Has your baby spent time in the NICU? Tell us about it.

Across the country, neonatal intensive care units provide critical care to critically ill babies.

That care can be lifesaving, but it also comes at a price: Some parents report receiving billions in bills for their baby’s hospitalization. Some researchers have wondered whether too many babies are being admitted to the NICU and whether there is a profit motive at play.

The New York Times is looking for readers who can share their recent experiences with NICU care. Hearing from families about their experiences can help us better understand where to focus our reporting.

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