Banner Health cares for premature, small or seriously ill babies in our Neonatal Intensive Care Units. Our neonatologists and NICU specialists are dedicated to delivering advanced, compassionate care to give your baby the strongest start.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a specialized area in the hospital for babies who need close monitoring or medical treatment after birth. Most babies do well and can stay in the regular newborn nursery. However, some babies need extra support because of:
Maternal factors such as age, health conditions or carrying multiples may also increase the chance of NICU care.
Banner Health offers four levels of newborn care. Most babies stay in a Level I well baby nursery, which provides standard care to healthy, full-term newborns.
Babies with mild health needs or those who are late preterm may receive care in a Level II special care nursery. Babies born before 32 weeks or with more serious medical issues receive care in a Level III NICU, where they can be closely monitored and given breathing support and other treatments.
If a baby is born extremely early, has a very low birth weight or needs complex surgery, they may require the highest level of care in a Level IV NICU. These units provide advanced treatment with access to pediatric surgical and medical specialists.
Babies may receive help with:
Banner Health provides specialized programs across select locations, including:
Having a baby in the NICU can feel overwhelming. Our team is here to educate, comfort and support you through every stage. Parents are encouraged to participate in care, including bonding activities like holding and feeding when safe to do so.
We also offer:
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