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.
Marijuana Use During Pregnancy and While Breastfeeding: Is It Really A Big Deal?
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.
Supportive Organizations and Resources for Bereaved and NICU Families
Introduction I was honored to speak at such an invigorating …
Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC): What causes it and How is it Managed in the NICU?
Introduction On our most recent podcast, episode 48, I discussed …
The Composition of Human Breast Milk: How Does Preterm, Term, and Donor Milk Vary?
Introduction On our previous episode, I spoke about the multitude …
Breaking Down the Milk Expression and Breastfeeding Barriers Common to NICU Mothers
Introduction For our 47th podcast episode, I review some of …
A Review of Cue-Based Feeding in the NICU
Introduction For infants in the NICU, especially those born prematurely, …
The Wolff Family’s Journey Through Loss, A Prolonged NICU Stay and What They Have Learned Along the Way
Introduction For our most recent podcast episode, I sat down …
NICU Trauma – How Well Are You Coping?
Introduction Do you suffer from trauma from either your delivery …
Advice for Current NICU Parents From Mothers of Multiples
Introduction If you are a NICU parent and are in …