Past patient graduates of Montefiore’s Jack D. Weiler Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) gathered for a “Spooktakular Costume Party” on Monday, Oct. 30, for the first time since the pandemic.

 

The children enjoyed food, face painting, and time with the providers who cared for them. From babies who were recently discharged to older kids who graduated from the hospital’s care years ago, the children and their families spent time sharing memories with each other and providing hope to families whose babies are currently in the NICU.

Montefiore officials said about one in every ten infants in the United States is born too early, and some experience life-threatening complications. They said they may need intensive treatment for many months in the NICU. Montefiore providers care for hundreds of babies each year at the Weiler Hospital NICU.

The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore held a separate Halloween event, as reported, for children with diabetes, who were allowed exchange the regular candy they obtained while trick or treating with less sugary treats.

 

For more Halloween coverage, click here and here, here and here, and check out our Facebook page on Oct. 31 for some other photos of local Norwood residents dressed in costume on the day itself.

 

Click here for a recent story on Montefiore’s experimental blood cancer treatment.