Neurodevelopment in Premature Infants – Empowering NICU Parents

Explore the lifelong impact of premature birth—medically, developmentally, and emotionally. This episode sheds light on how early experiences shape growth beyond the NICU and empowers parents with knowledge, compassion, and hope.

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Intentional Care, Meaningful Outcomes: A Conversation on Feeding and Family Support in the NICU

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In this episode, NICU mom and clinician Casey Lewis joins Lisa Kleinz from Dr. Brown’s Medical to explore the impact of feeding tools like Dr. Brown’s bottles, trauma-informed care, and individualized support. Together, they highlight how consistency, education, and empathy can shape better outcomes for NICU babies and their families.

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Navigating Life After the NICU: The Lasting Effects of Prematurity

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Uncover the untold story of prematurity in this powerful episode. Host Nicole Nyberg dives into the lifelong impacts of preterm birth on infants and families, from health challenges to the emotional toll on parents. Gain insight, support, and inspiration to navigate life beyond the NICU and empower your journey.

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Marijuana Use During Pregnancy and While Breastfeeding: Is It Really A Big Deal?

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In this 56th podcast episode, the host examines the upsurge of marijuana use in pregnancy and breastfeeding, emphasizing its legality in 24 states and resulting misconceptions about safety. Despite common perceptions, marijuana poses risks to fetal development and children’s future neurobehavioral growth. Research findings suggest that prenatal exposure may lead to low birth weight and neurodevelopmental issues, while THC in breast milk could affect infants’ brain development. The episode stresses the importance of education for pregnant women and healthcare workers, with the goal to abstain from marijuana use to protect child development.