incubator

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When asked why, she claimed it reminded her of being a baby in the neonatal intensive care unit and touching her parents’ hands through the small opening in her incubator.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

They also worked in the same startup ecosystem while Altman was leading incubator Y Combinator from 2014 to 2019.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

The British Fashion Council's NewGen initiative provides funding for emerging talent, with several up-and-coming designers finding their stride at LFW through the incubator.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

"It was hard looking at her in the incubator... She was so fragile, small and precious," said Sarah.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

“I had a baby. It weighed three pounds. They took it to the incubator so that it wouldn’t die and I’m going to get it back in ten days.”

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith