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SEPTEMBER IS NICU AWARENESS MONTH 

Preterm birth continues to be a critical public health issue in the United States, with a significant impact on Black families. According to the March of Dimes, between 2017 and 2019, preterm birth rates were highest among Black infants, averaging 14.0% compared to babies of other races. In 2023, Ohio recorded a preterm birth rate of 10.7%, meaning that 1 in 9 babies was born before 37 weeks gestation and according to CDC data, in 2022 Ohio's preterm birth rate was 10.84%

Each year, September is recognized as Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Awareness Month — a time to honor families with critically ill and prematurely born infants, recognize the unique challenges of NICU stays, and celebrate the dedication of the healthcare professionals who care for these tiny warriors.

At Wright’s Way Foundation, we are committed to uplifting NICU families through advocacy, emotional support, and tangible resources — helping preemies not only survive but thrive.

Get Involved 
  • NICU Awareness Month Kickoff & Family Meetup
    NICU Awareness Month Kickoff & Family Meetup
    Sep 06, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Schneider Park, 2130 Astor Ave, Columbus, OH 43209, USA
    Help us open NICU Awareness Month and meet up with other families who have experience the NICU.
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  • NICU Parent Story Night
    NICU Parent Story Night
    Thu, Sep 11
    Sep 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Zoom
    Join us for a NICU storytelling night with Hailee Childs POEM Program Director
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  • Parade for Preemies
    Parade for Preemies
    Sun, Sep 21
    Meetup: Land Grand Brew Co.
    Sep 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Meetup: Land Grand Brew Co. , 424 W Town St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
    Join us for a community walk to celebrate our NICU warriors and their families.
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  •  NICU Care Package Assembly Day
     NICU Care Package Assembly Day
    Sun, Sep 28
    Columbus Main Library
    Sep 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Columbus Main Library , 96 S Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
    Assist with assembly of our NICU Care Packages: https://pointapp.org/orgs/2125
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  • NICU Awareness Advocacy Day
    NICU Awareness Advocacy Day
    Tue, Sep 30
    Ohio Statehouse
    Sep 30, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Sq, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
    Stand with us at the Ohio Statehouse as we meet with senators and representatives to advocate for NICU families and equitable healthcare.
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Columbus, OH 43209

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