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PHOTOS: Louisville hospital dresses NICU babies up in Halloween costumes

The NICU nursing staff raised money and pitched in some of their own money to make sure these babies got to dress up for Halloween.
Credit: Melanie Keefe - UofL Health

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A local hospital's own nursing staff raised money and donated some of their own money to make sure babies in the NICU were able to celebrate their first Halloween.

UofL Hospital NICU nurse Melanie Keefe has been taking photos of these adorable babies for several years. Each family gets a keepsake photo from the photoshoot.

This year, these specially-made costumes were purchased with money raised and donated by the NICU nursing staff.

Though these babies are spending their first Halloween in a NICU, they aren't being denied their first costume experience.

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Credit: Melanie Keefe - UofL Health

This sleeping mermaid is surely dreaming of being under the sea. This croqueted costume looks so comfortable, it's no wonder she's taking a nap.

Credit: Melanie Keefe - UofL Health

This little superhero is taking a break from fighting crime to take a quick snooze. Also, this has got to be one of the tiniest capes in the world.

Credit: Melanie Keefe - UofL Health

This sweet, little bunny rabbit is complete with a cottontail, ears and even an adorable, croqueted carrot.

Credit: Melanie Keefe - UofL Health

Who knew monsters could be so cute? I don't think we need to be afraid of this little monster, they're sound asleep.

Credit: Melanie Keefe - UofL Health

This precious baby is dressed as a cute and cuddly owl for their first Halloween.

Credit: Melanie Keefe - UofL Health

RAWR! This little guy is definitely going to be the king of the jungle one day. But for now, it's time for a nap.

Credit: Melanie Keefe - UofL Health

This little dairy cow is UDDERLY adorable! This sleepy little farm animal is sure to get lots of candy this year.

Credit: Melanie Keefe - UofL Health

HOOT HOOT! This tiny, blue owl is so precious and sweet.

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