Babies at Lurie Children's Hospital's NICU kick-off first summer with photos

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he neonatal intensive care unit at Lurie Children's Hospital kicked off summer in Chicago with a splash and a message to stay cool.

Organized by the NICU child life specialist, the babies' families celebrated the unofficial start to summer over Memorial Day weekend with a Splish Splash NICU Bash.

The babies were dressed in summer outfits with a beach theme, including sunglasses and beach balls.

See the photos below: