NICU Heroes Podcast

Episode 20: Communicating with Parents During Stressful Times

Dec 19, 2022

Guest:

Sue Hall MD, MSW, Retired Neonatologist, My NICU Network-My Perinatal Network

Wakako Eklund, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC, FAANP, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatrix Medical Group of TN

In this episode:

Integrate parents as an essential part of their baby’s care team
Operate NICUs in a way that attends to parents...

Episode 19: Tiny Humans, Big Lessons by Sue Ludwig

Dec 2, 2022

Sue Ludwig OTR/L, CNT shares more about her book Tiny Humans, Big Lessons: How the NICU Taught Me to Live With Energy, Intention, and Purpose.

Through real patient stories, reflection, and practical tools, Ludwig reveals how, by following the lead of those in her care, she found her way to a more vibrant, purposeful,...

Episode 18: The Benefits of Reading Aloud in the NICU

Dec 2, 2022

In this episode:

Guest: Dawn Yu Renwick, NICU Nurse, Author/ Illustrator of "Dog Coats

What are the benefits of reading aloud in the NICU for your baby?
How does reading aloud to your baby in the NICU benefit you as a parent?
As a NICU parent, how do I overcome the intimidation of reading aloud in the NICU?
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Episode 17: Grief's Tasks

Nov 23, 2022

Guest: Becca Van Tassel, LCSW

Why Becca decided to specialize in grief and loss in her career as a counselor
Why is processing the pain of grief so difficult?
The difference between depression and grief
What can couples do in order to move through the grief process together?
How can parents help their children...

Episode 16: The Risk of Postpartum Depression (PPD) for Black Mothers

Nov 23, 2022

Nakeenya Wilson, of Black Mamas ATX, discusses her own traumatic birth experience and how that led to PTSD and PPD. She talks about how she got involved with Black Mamas ATX and the services the nonprofit offers. She also discusses the statistics surrounding black mothers and PPD.

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