And the latest research suggests that holding a baby is more crucial to brain development than.
Baby cuddling volunteer opportunities nj.
Without your support of our organization we wouldn t be able to reach out and care for the many families dealing with the challenges of having a baby in the nicu or the continued obstacles they may face after they go home.
To find baby cuddling programs in new jersey see a compiled list here.
Volunteer a message from the director of corporate development and volunteerism on behalf of myself our ceo and our board of trustees i would like to personally thank you for your interest in volunteer opportunities within the children s home society of new jersey.
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There is no greater feeling than knowing you are changing many lives with your love and time.
All volunteer positions are non clinical.
Einstein medical center in philadelphia uses cuddlers and you can find their volunteer office webpage here.
Here s how to get involved.
A quick google search for cuddle care volunteer programs should suggest programs in your area.
We also require a minimum of 30 hours of volunteer service per year.
Being a volunteer nicu cuddler for three years has changed my life.
Sadly these volunteer numbers have dwindled recently leaving agencies desperate to find someone who s willing to cuddle hug and love the babies during their first few weeks.
Please be advised our volunteer applicants must be at least 15 years old.
Hospitals are now enlisting volunteers to cuddle babies in the nicu and in adoption agencies and for good reason.
If this sounds like the perfect volunteer opportunity for you start by doing a simple online search using terms such as baby cuddle hospital volunteer hospital baby hugger or nicu cuddle this should help you find local hospitals in your area that operate baby cuddling programs.
Please consider this opportunity to give back in a city near you.
Children s specialized hospital has three main hospitals at which most of our volunteer positions are located.
If you are not able to volunteer with babies in the hospital but still want to find ways you can help you can always participate in hat making programs with a local knit or crochet club.
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