Cerebral Palsy can feel overwhelming, especially after a NICU stay. In this episode, we break down what CP is, why it happens, how it’s diagnosed, and what support is available—so you can feel more informed, empowered, and supported as you advocate for your child.
When Jodie and Steve welcomed their twin boys, they never imagined hospital policies would force them to choose which baby to stay with. As restrictions kept them apart, they faced heartbreaking decisions no parent should ever have to make. This is their story of love, loss, and an unthinkable choice.
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.
Join me as I sit down with Mary Coughlin on her Care Outloud Podcast for an honest and heartfelt conversation about how my personal NICU journey shaped my passion for family-centered, trauma-informed care and my work supporting NICU families through Empowering NICU Parents and AngelEye Health.
In this episode, Edward Steinhauser shares the emotional story of his son Cooper’s NICU journey and how it inspired him and his wife, Haley, to create the Cooper Steinhauser Foundation. Their mission provides essential support to NICU families, offering resources, advocacy, and hope during challenging times.
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Navigating the NICU journey is challenging, filled with guilt and stress. In our latest Empowering NICU Parents’ Podcast episode, we discuss emotional challenges, the importance of seeking support, and practical self-care strategies. Tune in for comfort, support, and hope. Remember, you are stronger than you think.
In this episode of the Empowering NICU Parents’ Podcast, host Nicole Nyberg shares essential tips for packing your daily NICU bag. Drawing from her own NICU journey, Nicole covers everything from self-care basics to practical must-haves. Tune in to discover how to make your meaningful kangaroo care sessions comfortable and learn about essential pumping gear to support your breastfeeding journey. Join Nicole as she empowers NICU parents to navigate their journey with confidence and resilience.
Join us as we uncover invaluable insights and practical advice shared by parents who have walked the challenging path of a NICU admission. From offering emotional support to giving thoughtful gifts, we explore various ways to assist NICU families. Tune in for heartwarming stories and empowering discussions that shed light on how we can support those navigating the NICU journey.
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.
