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RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — As the nation is celebrating its 250th birthday, some of its newest citizens are celebrating their first days.
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Babies in the neonatal intensive care units at WakeMed Raleigh and UNC Health Rex in Raleigh were decked out in red, white and blue to commemorate the United States of America’s landmark milestone.
Stars, stripes, top hats and even a mini Statue of Liberty crown adorned some of the hospitals’ smallest patients, bringing smiles to their parents and families and giving them heartwarming memories during what can be a difficult time.
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The newest batch of Fourth of July celebrants carry on a tradition put together by the babies’ nurses and medical teams, who help support families through their NICU journeys.
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WakeMed NICU celebrates 4th of July. (Courtesy of WakeMed) -
WakeMed NICU celebrates 4th of July. (Courtesy of WakeMed) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health) -
UNC Health Rex NICU celebrating July 4th. (Courtesy of UNC Health)