Empowering NICU Parents Podcast
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Is your baby currently in the NICU? Was your baby born prematurely? Or is your term baby in the NICU for high jaundice levels, low blood sugars, or because they have some Respiratory Distress and need oxygen or additional support?
Are you wondering what in the heck is a small baby unit or kangaroo care? Why do NICUs use donor breast milk and what on earth does RDS, BPD, IVH, NEC, ETT, CPAP, HFNC, UVC, UAC, po, ng, NEC, ABG, CBG, CBC, and CMP stand for? Are you asking yourself how will we ever get through this, what questions should I even ask, and when will my baby come home?
If you are a NICU parent who is scared, nervous, unsure, and full of questions, then hit the subscribe button so you do not miss another show!
Welcome to the “Empowering NICU Parents Podcast” where we will answer ALL of these questions and SO MUCH more! Your host, Nicole Nyberg is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with years of NICU experience – but she also brings her unique perspective to this podcast as a mother of a 23-weeker.
Along with sharing answers to the NICU medical questions you have, Nicole addresses and supports you through the incredibly difficult emotional struggles that only a NICU parent can understand.
She provides you with knowledge plus tangible tips to guide, educate, empower, and support you through your baby’s NICU journey and once they are home. Tune in to hear from someone who knows exactly what you’re going through, another NICU Mama.
Check out all of our show notes and additional information at empoweringnicuparents.com
A Cerebral Palsy diagnosis can bring a wave of emotions—especially for families who have already been through the NICU. In honor of Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, this episode is dedicated to helping NICU parents feel more informed, supported, and empowered as they navigate the possibility or reality of CP.
In this episode, we’ll talk through the different types of Cerebral Palsy, what can cause it, and why certain babies—especially those born prematurely or with conditions like IVH, PVL, or HIE—may be at higher risk. We’ll also discuss why the diagnosis can take time, the early signs parents might notice, and how healthcare providers typically confirm a CP diagnosis. From there, we’ll explore treatment options, therapy approaches, and supportive services that can help improve quality of life and promote progress over time.
Equally important, we’ll talk about the emotional toll a diagnosis can bring and the importance of prioritizing your own well-being as a parent. With the right support systems in place, children with CP can grow, thrive, reach milestones, and live joyful lives—and you deserve to feel supported along that journey too.
If you’re looking for clarity, encouragement, and practical tools for advocating for your child, this episode was made with you in mind. Be sure to check the show notes for a free downloadable PDF filled with trusted resources to support your family.
You are not alone in this—there is strength in knowledge, healing in connection, and so much hope ahead.
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If you are a NICU parent who is scared, nervous, unsure, and full of questions, then hit the subscribe button so you do not miss another show! We developed this podcast with you in mind. I know even with my experience as a NICU nurse and NNP, I still had so many questions! The fact is that when it concerns your child, especially if they are sick or in the hospital, there is never enough information.
The episodes vary in length, but are meant to be on the shorter side so you can listen either on your commute to the NICU or even quietly at your baby’s bedside.
For the Show Notes and any additional information on the sponsors and guests, click below.
If your baby is currently in the NICU either due to prematurity or if they are term, this podcast is for you! We discuss issues specific to premature infants as well as neonatal complications for term infants that may require an admission to the NICU.
Do they have high jaundice levels, low blood sugars, or Respiratory Distress and need oxygen or additional support?
Are you wondering what in the heck is a small baby unit or kangaroo care? Why do NICUs use donor breast milk and what on earth does RDS, BPD, IVH, NEC, ETT, CPAP, HFNC, UVC, UAC, po, ng, ABG, CBG, CBC, and CMP stand for? Are you asking yourself how will we ever get through this, what questions should I even ask, and when will my baby come home?
Welcome to the “Empowering NICU Parents Podcast” where we will answer ALL of these questions and SO MUCH more! I, Nicole Nyberg, am a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with years of NICU experience – but most importantly, I am the mother of a former 23-weeker. It is my unique, dual perspective that drove me to start the podcast.
Along with sharing answers to the NICU medical questions you have, I will address and support you through the incredibly difficult emotional struggles that only a NICU parent can understand.
You will gain knowledge plus tangible tips to guide, educate, empower, and support you through your baby’s NICU journey and once they are home. Tune in to hear from someone who knows exactly what you’re going through, another NICU Mama.
Take a listen and leave a comment with some topics you would like to hear more about! Please remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
Also, consider sharing our podcast with a friend or family member if you believe they would get some value form it. We are here to help NICU parents through this difficult NICU journey, you are not alone!