Dr. Michael Hynan shares how becoming a NICU parent reshaped his life and career. He reminds us that healing takes time, support matters, and when care teams truly listen and respond with compassion, they help families not just survive—but grow stronger. Every parent’s story deserves to be seen and heard.
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.
NNP Jessica Fulton shares the raw story of her son’s HIE diagnosis, NICU stay, and the lifelong challenges that followed. From watching her professional and personal worlds collide to navigating therapies and emotional isolation, her story is a powerful reminder that HIE’s impact extends far beyond the NICU.
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.
Jodie shares her heartbreaking journey of losing her twin son, Henry, while navigating the NICU during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through unimaginable grief, she found strength in therapy, advocacy, and supporting other bereaved parents. Now, she speaks openly about healing, resilience, and finding hope while honoring Henry’s memory.
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.
Introduction On the 61st episode of the Empowering NICU Parents’ …
