Dr. Anup Katheria, Neonatologist, Sharp Community Medical Group and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women &amp; Newborns Director, Neonatal Research Institute and the Nemeth NICU Follow-Up Clinic Principal Investigator, several clinical trials   In this episode, we:   Share several clinical trials being conducted by Dr. Katheria.   Describe how Dr. Katheria's research is promoting placental transfusion.   Share how some countries are conducting promising research that can improve the long-term outcomes of NICU babies.   Explain the difference in research styles between a university-based hospital and a community-based hospital.   Discuss benefits to kangaroo care.   This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire.   Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharphealthcare/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharpmarybirch  Website:  https://www.sharp.com/hospitals/mary-birch/neonatal-research-institute/   The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.   Hand to Hold is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English and Spanish.   Connect with Hand to Hold: Learn more or get support at handtohold.org   Follow Hand to Hold on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handtohold Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handtohold/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NICUHandtoHold YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HandtoHold    The following music was used for this media project: Music: Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license   Music: Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Dr. Anup Katheria, Neonatologist, Sharp Community Medical Group and Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women &amp; Newborns Director, Neonatal Research Institute and the Nemeth NICU Follow-Up Clinic Principal Investigator, several clinical trials In this episode, we: <ul> <li> Share several clinical trials being conducted by Dr. Katheria. </li> <li> Describe how Dr. Katheria's research is promoting placental transfusion. </li> <li> Share how some countries are conducting promising research that can improve the long-term outcomes of NICU babies. </li> <li> Explain the difference in research styles between a university-based hospital and a community-based hospital. </li> <li> Discuss benefits to kangaroo care. </li> </ul> This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit <a href="https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/</a> to complete the questionnaire. Resources: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sharphealthcare/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/sharphealthcare/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sharpmarybirch" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/sharpmarybirch</a> Website: <a href="https://www.sharp.com/hospitals/mary-birch/neonatal-research-institute/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.sharp.com/hospitals/mary-birch/neonatal-research-institute/</a> The NICU is hard. We’re here to help. Hand to Hold is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English and Spanish. Connect with Hand to Hold: Learn more or get support at <a href="http://handtohold.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">handtohold.org</a> Follow Hand to Hold on social media: Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/handtohold" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/handtohold</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/handtohold/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/handtohold/</a> Twitter: <a href="https://www.twitter.com/NICUHandtoHold" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.twitter.com/NICUHandtoHold</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HandtoHold" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/HandtoHold</a> The following music was used for this media project: Music: Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: <a href="https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version</a> License (CC BY 4.0): <a href="https://filmmusic.io/standard-license" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://filmmusic.io/standard-license</a> Music: Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles Free download: <a href="https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life</a> License (CC BY 4.0): <a href="https://filmmusic.io/standard-license" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://filmmusic.io/standard-license</a>

Episode 22: Best Practices for Caring for Preemies ft. Dr. Anup Katheria

Guests: This is a panel from Hand to Hold's recent NICU conference with three dads.   In this episode:  Three dads share how the NICU impacted their own mental health They offer resources and suggestions on how to care for your partner and yourself during a NICU stay  This episode is NOT eligible for CEUs.   The NICU is hard. We're here to help. Hand to Hold is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English and Spanish.   Connect with Hand to Hold: Learn more or get support at handtohold.org   Follow Hand to Hold on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/handtohold Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handtohold/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NICUHandtoHold YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/HandtoHold   

Guests: This is a panel from Hand to Hold's recent NICU conference with three dads. In this episode: <ul> <li>Three dads share how the NICU impacted their own mental health</li> <li>They offer resources and suggestions on how to care for your partner and yourself during a NICU stay</li> </ul> This episode is NOT eligible for CEUs. The NICU is hard. We're here to help. Hand to Hold is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English and Spanish. Connect with Hand to Hold: Learn more or get support at <a href="http://handtohold.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">handtohold.org</a> Follow Hand to Hold on social media: Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/handtohold" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/handtohold</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/handtohold/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/handtohold/</a> Twitter: <a href="https://www.twitter.com/NICUHandtoHold" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.twitter.com/NICUHandtoHold</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HandtoHold" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/HandtoHold</a>

Episode 21: Supporting Dads and Their Mental Health in the NICU

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 as patients, in addition to baby Evaluate how communication with parents impacts their mental health and NICU experience.  This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire.  -  The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at handtohold.org Follow Hand to Hold:  facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

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: <ul> <li>Integrate parents as an essential part of their baby’s care team</li> <li>Operate NICUs in a way that attends to parents as patients, in addition to baby</li> <li>Evaluate how communication with parents impacts their mental health and NICU experience.</li> </ul> This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit <a href="https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/</a> to complete the questionnaire.  - The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at <a href="http://handtohold.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">handtohold.org</a> Follow Hand to Hold:  <a href="http://facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD</a> Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

Episode 20: Communicating with Parents During Stressful Times

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, and impactful life than she ever imagined possible―and how you can, too. This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  -  The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at handtohold.org Follow Hand to Hold:  facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD Instagram: @handtohold

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, and impactful life than she ever imagined possible―and how you can, too. This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  - The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at <a href="http://handtohold.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">handtohold.org</a> Follow Hand to Hold:  <a href="http://facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD</a> Instagram: @handtohold

Episode 19: Tiny Humans, Big Lessons by Sue Ludwig

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? Purchase your copy of Dog Coats on Amazon here. More information about read-aloud in NICUs at babieswithbooks.org  This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  -  The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at handtohold.org Follow Hand to Hold:  facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

In this episode: Guest: Dawn Yu Renwick, NICU Nurse, Author/ Illustrator of "Dog Coats <ul> <li>What are the benefits of reading aloud in the NICU for your baby?</li> <li>How does reading aloud to your baby in the NICU benefit you as a parent?</li> <li>As a NICU parent, how do I overcome the intimidation of reading aloud in the NICU?</li> <li>Purchase your copy of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Dog-Coats-Rhyming-Family-Picture/dp/B0B5KK2VBF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28EAZVY0G3GH1&amp;keywords=dog+coats+book&amp;qid=1663279384&amp;sprefix=dog+coats+book%2Caps%2C151&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dog Coats on Amazon here</a>.</li> <li>More information about read-aloud in NICUs at <a href="http://babieswithbooks.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">babieswithbooks.org</a></li> </ul> This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  -  The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at <a href="http://handtohold.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">handtohold.org</a> Follow Hand to Hold:  <a href="http://facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD</a> Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

Episode 18: The Benefits of Reading Aloud in the NICU

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 process grief? How can we memorialize those we have lost? How to deal with the guilt associated with grief  This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  Content Warning: This episode may cover sensitive topics that may bring up emotions or take you back to some difficult memories. If at any time it becomes too much, please make sure to step away, take some deep breaths, go outside, or have some quiet time alone. -  The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at handtohold.org Follow Hand to Hold:  facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

Guest: Becca Van Tassel, LCSW <ul> <li>Why Becca decided to specialize in grief and loss in her career as a counselor</li> <li>Why is processing the pain of grief so difficult?</li> <li>The difference between depression and grief</li> <li>What can couples do in order to move through the grief process together?</li> <li>How can parents help their children process grief?</li> <li>How can we memorialize those we have lost?</li> <li>How to deal with the guilt associated with grief</li> </ul> This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  Content Warning: This episode may cover sensitive topics that may bring up emotions or take you back to some difficult memories. If at any time it becomes too much, please make sure to step away, take some deep breaths, go outside, or have some quiet time alone. - The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at <a href="http://handtohold.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">handtohold.org</a> Follow Hand to Hold:  <a href="http://facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD</a> Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

Episode 17: Grief's Tasks

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.  This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  - The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at handtohold.org Follow Hand to Hold:  facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

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.  This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  - The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at <a href="http://handtohold.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">handtohold.org</a> Follow Hand to Hold:  <a href="http://facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD</a> Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

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

Kelli welcomes guest, Lexi Losch, MA, LPC, NCC, discuss why maternal mental health matters, and the difference between “baby blues” and PPD. Lexi shares the symptoms of PPD, who is most likely to experience PPD, and the importance of addressing your physical needs as a new mom. In addition, Kelli and Lexi share resources for anyone who may be struggling.  This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  - The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at handtohold.org Follow Hand to Hold:  facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

Kelli welcomes guest, Lexi Losch, MA, LPC, NCC, discuss why maternal mental health matters, and the difference between “baby blues” and PPD. Lexi shares the symptoms of PPD, who is most likely to experience PPD, and the importance of addressing your physical needs as a new mom. In addition, Kelli and Lexi share resources for anyone who may be struggling.  This episode is not eligible for CEUs.  - The NICU is hard. We’re here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby’s NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English &amp; Spanish. Learn more or get support at <a href="http://handtohold.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">handtohold.org</a> Follow Hand to Hold:  <a href="http://facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD</a> Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

Episode 15: The Importance of Maternal Mental Health

In this episode, Kelli and guests discuss the gut microbiome and why it's important. They also talk about pathogenic bacteria and how probiotics can aid the gut, as well as how all of this relates to premature infants. 

In this episode, Kelli and guests discuss the gut microbiome and why it's important. They also talk about pathogenic bacteria and how probiotics can aid the gut, as well as how all of this relates to premature infants.

Episode 14: The Importance of the Gut Microbiome

Terry Johnson discusses how the access to information has changed through the years and how that affects a NICU medical professional. She also speaks about the transition NICU nurses have had to make in using more technology at the bedside.

Terry Johnson discusses how the access to information has changed through the years and how that affects a NICU medical professional. She also speaks about the transition NICU nurses have had to make in using more technology at the bedside.

Episode 13: A NICU Medical Professional in the Digital Age

The NICU Heroes podcast was created exclusively for NICU professionals, helping them to better understand, support, and nurture the entire NICU family. NICU parents are often as fragile as their baby, requiring patience, guidance, and encouragement to ensure they are mentally, emotionally, and physically prepared to endure the pressure of a NICU stay and meet the on-going needs of their medically fragile child, post-discharge. Select episodes have been approved for one contact hour of nursing continuing education.For additional NICU parent support visit: https://handtohold.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HANDtoHOLDInstagram - @handtoholdTwitter - @NICUHandtoHold

Lori and Kelli discuss the many ways COVID-19 can impact NICU professionals and the importance of listening to each other as a means of support. They also talk about how to cope with the stress and trauma of working in the NICU during COVID-19.

Lori and Kelli discuss the many ways COVID-19 can impact NICU professionals and the importance of listening to each other as a means of support. They also talk about how to cope with the stress and trauma of working in the NICU during COVID-19.

Episode 12: A NICU Professional's Response to COVID-19

Kelli and Barb Himes discuss what First Candle is and its services. They also talk about the difference between SIDS and SUID, and the risks involved for premature babies with each syndrome. Barb discusses the AAP recommendations for safe sleep and the importance and benefit of breastfeeding your preemie.  

Kelli and Barb Himes discuss what First Candle is and its services. They also talk about the difference between SIDS and SUID, and the risks involved for premature babies with each syndrome. Barb discusses the AAP recommendations for safe sleep and the importance and benefit of breastfeeding your preemie.

Episode 11: Avoiding Risks for SIDS & SUID

Kelli and Cheryl discuss what secondary trauma is and how it can affect NICU professionals. They also talk about the importance of nutrition and hydration for NICU professionals and how to recognize burnout and combat it.

Kelli and Cheryl discuss what secondary trauma is and how it can affect NICU professionals. They also talk about the importance of nutrition and hydration for NICU professionals and how to recognize burnout and combat it.

Episode 10: Self-Care in the NICU

Kelli discusses with Sue Ludwig, Elizabeth Drake, and Joanne Kuller what developmental diapering is and why it's important. They talk about the five areas of focus when changing a preemie's diaper and how each of these areas can help a baby's development.

Kelli discusses with Sue Ludwig, Elizabeth Drake, and Joanne Kuller what developmental diapering is and why it's important. They talk about the five areas of focus when changing a preemie's diaper and how each of these areas can help a baby's development.

Episode 9: Developmental Diapering

NICU nurses, Rhonda Reed and Jennifer Miller, discuss their own experiences with burnout while working in the NICU. They talk about the signs and symptoms of burnout to look out for, as well as how nurses can combat it. Kelli also asks them for tips on how to cope with loss in the NICU and how nurses can implement good nutrition and exercise in their daily routines.

NICU nurses, Rhonda Reed and Jennifer Miller, discuss their own experiences with burnout while working in the NICU. They talk about the signs and symptoms of burnout to look out for, as well as how nurses can combat it. Kelli also asks them for tips on how to cope with loss in the NICU and how nurses can implement good nutrition and exercise in their daily routines.

Episode 8: Avoiding Nurse Burnout in the NICU

Adam Busby recounts his experience of finding out he and his wife, Danielle, were going to have quintuplets. He discusses that journey and his experience in the NICU. Kelli and he also talk about his Adam's struggle with depression, anxiety, and PTSD after the birth of his daughters, and Adam offers advice to other dads in the NICU.

Adam Busby recounts his experience of finding out he and his wife, Danielle, were going to have quintuplets. He discusses that journey and his experience in the NICU. Kelli and he also talk about his Adam's struggle with depression, anxiety, and PTSD after the birth of his daughters, and Adam offers advice to other dads in the NICU.

Episode 7: Supporting Dads in the NICU

Kelli and Natalie discuss the opioid epidemic and how it has affected NICU moms. Natalie talks about the importance of showing these moms compassion and how NICU nurses can model motherhood while working. 

Kelli and Natalie discuss the opioid epidemic and how it has affected NICU moms. Natalie talks about the importance of showing these moms compassion and how NICU nurses can model motherhood while working.

Episode 6: Modeling Motherhood

Dr. Loraine Dickey speaks about starting the Narrative Initiative and how it enables people to connect through their stories. She and Kelli discuss family centered care and how it can be used in the NICU. Dr. Dickey talks about how NICU professionals can best communicate with families and how it's important to focus on the process, not the outcome. 

Dr. Loraine Dickey speaks about starting the Narrative Initiative and how it enables people to connect through their stories. She and Kelli discuss family centered care and how it can be used in the NICU. Dr. Dickey talks about how NICU professionals can best communicate with families and how it's important to focus on the process, not the outcome.

Episode 5: Overcoming Communication Barriers of Family Centered Care

Kelli, Jasmine, and Kara talk about Family Nurture Intervention and the importance of bonding with babies in the NICU. They discuss how families can become emotionally connected to their baby in the NICU.

Kelli, Jasmine, and Kara talk about Family Nurture Intervention and the importance of bonding with babies in the NICU. They discuss how families can become emotionally connected to their baby in the NICU.

Episode 4: Helping Mothers Bond with their Babies in the NICU

Darlene talks about being a Family Consultant at CHOP. She also discusses CHOP's Family Partner Program and the importance of the NICU professional looking at their cases through a family lens. Darlene explains the importance of Language of Caring and how that can be used in the NICU. Kelli talks to Keira about her experience of having triplets and how that led her to founding the Preemie Parent Alliance.

Darlene talks about being a Family Consultant at CHOP. She also discusses CHOP's Family Partner Program and the importance of the NICU professional looking at their cases through a family lens. Darlene explains the importance of Language of Caring and how that can be used in the NICU. Kelli talks to Keira about her experience of having triplets and how that led her to founding the Preemie Parent Alliance.

Episode 3: Nothing About Us Without Us

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The NICU Heroes podcast was created exclusively for NICU professionals, helping them to better understand, support, and nurture the entire NICU family. NICU parents are often as fragile as their baby, requiring patience, guidance, and encouragement to ensure they are mentally, emotionally, and physically prepared to endure the pressure of a NICU stay and meet the on-going needs of their medically fragile child, post-discharge. Select episodes have been approved for one contact hour of nursing continuing education. For additional NICU parent support visit: <a href="https://handtohold.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://handtohold.org/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD</a> Instagram - @handtohold Twitter - @NICUHandtoHold

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