The 43 upgraded NICU
webcams offer best-in-
class technology: with 8MP
cameras - offering over
twice the resolution - as well
as allowing high-definition
streaming. The new camera
system also includes a
video screen to help the
nurses and unit staff more
accurately position the
cameras.
"When we began offering
NICU webcams in 2018,
it was a chance to help a
newborn's caregivers feel a
bit more at ease with what
is a challenging situation for
any family," highlights Lucas
Divine, executive director
of strategy. "These cameras
also make it possible for
family and friends living in
other states to share in the
journey."
The upgraded NICU
webcams have been
generously supported by the
Covenant Health Foundation
– with support from the
community at large – since
their inception.
Other improvements
made to Children's
include renovations
to the antepartum
dayroom and Lindsey's
playroom.
Antepartum mothers are
sometimes in the hospital
for days, weeks, and months
before their little one is
born. This newly renovated
space, graciously made
possible because of a
generous donation from the
Garrison Family Foundation,
allows mother's a space to
spend time outside of their
personal rooms.
Families can gather to share
a meal or quality time. This
space is also used to host a
coffee time for mothers in
similar situations to meet
and mingle, as well as our
group therapy classes with
mental health counselor,
Kara Pepper.
On the third floor, in our
pediatric unit, Lindsey's
Playroom also received
some updates including new
flooring. The updates were
made to focus on inclusivity,
ensuring every child feels
welcome and is given the
opportunity to interact
socially, learn, and grow.
"This updated vibrant
and accessible space is
designed to cater to children
of all abilities, ages, and
medical conditions," said
Dr. Christine Neugebauer,
manager of integrative
care. "It's more than just a
play area—it's a nurturing
environment where children
can engage in therapeutic
group activities, enjoy play
and arts-based experiences,
and continue to thrive
and reach important
developmental milestones."
Updates to Lindsey's
playroom were made
possible thanks to various
private and community
donors, including the
Lindsey Callaway Toy Drive
Fund.
Both the Garrison Family
Foundation and the
Lindsey Callaway family
are generous long-time
supporters of Covenant
Children's. Many of our
initiatives could not be
completed without their
continued support.
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