Leslee's Journey
Surviving a Week in the ICU: Lessons, Support Tips, and Our Real Experience
A week in the ICU changes you. What began as a simple procedure turned into seven days of wires, monitors, painful unknowns, and the kind of gratitude that rewires your heart. In this honest recap, we share what actually happened, the nurses who carried us, the tests that guided our care, and the lessons every family should know walking into an ICU stay. From comfort hacks to emotional survival tips, here’s what helped us make it through—and what we hope helps you, too.

