Episodes: NICU Heroes Podcast
Episode 47: Near Sightedness, Screens & NICU Babies
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...
Episode 46: Nurturing Oral Health in Neonates from the Start
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...
Episode 45: ADHD & the NICU: Cultivating Mindfulness in the Chaos
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...
Episode 44: Macro & Micro: Breaking Down Breast Milk Nutrition
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 health,...
Episode 43: Big Siblings, Little Warriors: Navigating NICU Emotions Together
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...
Episode 42: NICU Flow: Hemodynamics & the Heart
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...
Episode 41: The Power of Curiosity: Trauma-Informed Communication in the NICU
Guest: Mia Malcolm Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (EDIB) Facilitator NICU MomIn this episode: Identify two common myths about short and long-term outcomes for Black and Brown NICU babies. Describe one strategy to infuse humanity into their communication...
Episode 40: Rollercoaster Rx: A Doctor’s Guide to the NICU Ride
Guest: Dr. Jess Daigle Physician & Postpartum ExpertFounder/CEO of Mom & Me MDNICU MomIn this episode: Describe at least one specific technique that NICU professionals can use to manage their emotions and maintain a supportive demeanor when working with...
Episode 39: I Had No Idea Social Workers Did That!
Guests: Jackie Thomas, LCSW, PMH-C; Barbara Williams, LMSW Social Workers, Le Bonheur Childrens Hospital MemphisIn this episode: Identify three key psychosocial risk factors that NICU social workers screen NICU parents for during their baby's admission Describe one...
Episode 38: Redesigning Care: What’s New in NICU Spaces?
Guest: Dr. Bob White Neonatologist; Director of the Regional Newborn Program, Beacon Health System; Adjunct Professor, University of Notre Dame In this episode: Name two design elements that were the norm for NICUs 30 years ago. List two ways in which redesigned...
Episode 37: Spinal Deformities in Children
Guest: Dr. Michael Bohl, Neurosurgeon, Carolina Neurosurgery & SpineIn this episode: Explain two key differences between an orthopedic spine surgeon and a neurosurgeon List three physical signs that may indicate a patient has a tethered spinal cord in the...