Local ice cream shop Milksmith, located on Corydon Avenue, has once again chosen the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St. Boniface Hospital for their token fundraising program.

The promotion will run until November. We’re grateful to have their support for our NICU, which offers compassionate support for hundreds of families year after year. Please spread the news and enjoy some sweet treats with your friends, sports teammates, and family this summer!

St. B’s NICU cares for about 600 of our tiniest and most vulnerable patients each year – babies who are sick, premature, or who may have difficulty breathing and gaining weight, among other health challenges. Extra support is crucial for their ability to thrive.

Donors have helped support much-needed NICU items and initiatives including:

• vCreate Diaries, a secure video app that allows NICU staff to record and upload video-clips and photos for parents.
• Jet ventilators, specialty equipment that delivers small breaths very quickly to tiny lungs, providing a gentle breathing experience and added protection
• Onesies, blankets, and comfort items, supporting families being discharged
• Parent Partner Program, a unique peer-to-per patient support program for parents and families as they navigate complex challenges
• Kangaroo Chairs, designed with comfort, support, and safety in mind to improve the NICU experience for parents and newborns

Beat the summer heat with a sweet treat this summer and help us outdo our 2023 total!

For more information on this program, visit https://www.mymilksmith.com. You can also place bulk orders. To do so, please contact the company directly at mymilksmith@gmail.com.