by Leigh Ann Torres | Nov 17, 2025 | NICU Heroes Podcast
Guest: Dr. Rupa Wong, Pediatric Ophthalmologist Discuss the timing of ophthalmologic screening for premature infants in the NICU Describe at least 2 vision problems that are common for premature infants that may require long-term follow-up care for life Outline the...
by Leigh Ann Torres | Oct 20, 2025 | NICU Heroes Podcast
Guest: Dr. Ashley Lerman, Pediatric Dentist & Founder, Firstgrin Discuss the difference between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist and why they might be a better choice for NICU graduates Outline a simple oral care routine that parents can follow with their...
by Leigh Ann Torres | Sep 22, 2025 | NICU Heroes Podcast
Guest: Dr. Mark Bertin, Developmental Pediatrician Describe how ADHD affects the brain’s ability to self-regulate List two ways in which executive function may affect a NICU parent’s ability to comprehend medical information Name three effective evidence-based...
by Leigh Ann Torres | Aug 18, 2025 | NICU Heroes Podcast
Guest: Dr. Stephanie Canale, Doctor & Founder, Lactation Lab Describe how factors like diet, stress, and health affect the composition of breast milk List two things that mothers who are struggling with breastfeeding, can do for nutritional support, mental...
by Leigh Ann Torres | Jul 21, 2025 | NICU Heroes Podcast
Guest: Dr. Siggie Cohen Child Development Specialist In this episode: Explain the difference between showing your NICU families empathy vs. pity Name three normal and age-appropriate child reactions to trauma, like a NICU stay List two things a NICU professional can...
by Leigh Ann Torres | Jun 16, 2025 | NICU Heroes Podcast
Guest: Dr. Adrianne Rahde Bischoff Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics-Neonatology Neonatal Hemodynamics Specialist University of Iowa, Stead Childrens Hospital In this episode: Describe two differences between a TNE (Targeted Neonatal Echo) performed by NICU...