‘They’re thriving’: Longview Regional NICU celebrates annual reunion

LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – Families came together to celebrate making it through the tough journey of their children’s lives in the NICU at Longview Regional Medical Center.

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“We are celebrating the health of these children. They’re thriving, they’re doing wonderful,” said Libby Bryson, marking director at Longview Regional Medical Center.

The celebration was not just for their victories but for reuniting with the doctors and nurses who helped them when they needed it the most.

“They cared so closely for their children and their patients, so it means a lot to them to see these kids thriving and enjoying life and they’ve grown and it really is just comes full circle today,” said Bryson.

The time spent in the NICU for the child and parents is scary and isolating. It means so much to the parents to have a community of support.

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“It’s good to know that we have people that you can talk to and relate to and just see how wonderful all the kids are doing,” said Nikki Wheeler, mother of former NICU patient.

The children could enjoy face painting, games and a petting zoo at the reunion

It was another great celebration of their strength and resilience with their loved ones and their Longview extended family.

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