Podcasts about neonatal nurse practitioner

I'm honored to share a replay of my guest appearance on Mary Coughlin's Care Outloud Podcast.Together, we dive deep into the personal and professional impact of my journey as a NICU parent after the premature birth of my son William at 23 weeks. We explore how that experience transformed my life, inspiring my dedication to family-centered care, trauma-informed care, and mental health support for NICU families.Throughout our heartfelt conversation, I also discuss my work as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Product Specialist at AngelEye Health, as well as how I created Empowering NICU Parents to provide resources and support to families during their NICU journey.It was an incredible honor to join Mary, someone I have admired for so long. Mary's expertise in trauma-informed care, coupled with her compassion and wisdom, made this conversation truly special.Tune in to hear more about our shared passion for improving neonatal care and the importance of connection and support for NICU families.Dr. Brown's Medical: https://www.drbrownsmedical.comOur NICU Roadmap: A Comprehensive NICU Journal: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicujournal/ NICU Mama Hats: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/hats/ NICU Milestone Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicuproducts/ Newborn Holiday Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shop/  Empowering NICU Parents Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shownotes/ Episode 63 Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/episode63Empowering NICU Parents Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweringnicuparents/ Empowering NICU Parents FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringnicuparents Pinterest Page: https://pin.it/36MJjmH

Guest Tricia is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certified in Palliative Care.  Darla and Tricia discuss Palliative Care in the Neonatal settings and the differences between Palliative and Hospice/End of Life Care with the Neonatal Population. FinServ PodcastThe FinServ Podcast brings together legends and leaders in financial servicesListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.

Guest Tricia is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certified in Palliative Care.  Darla and Tricia discuss Palliative Care in the Neonatal settings and the differences between Palliative and Hospice/End of Life Care with the Neonatal Population. FinServ PodcastThe FinServ Podcast brings together legends and leaders in financial servicesListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.

Guest Tricia is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certified in Palliative Care.  Darla and Tricia discuss Palliative Care in the Neonatal settings and the differences between Palliative and Hospice/End of Life Care with the Neonatal Population. FinServ PodcastThe FinServ Podcast brings together legends and leaders in financial servicesListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.

Guest Tricia is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certified in Palliative Care.  Darla and Tricia discuss Palliative Care in the Neonatal settings and the differences between Palliative and Hospice/End of Life Care with the Neonatal Population. FinServ PodcastThe FinServ Podcast brings together legends and leaders in financial servicesListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.

In this insightful podcast episode, we explore the challenges faced by families with infants in the NICU. Your host, Nicole Nyberg is an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and NICU parent, who shares insights from her personal experience along with anecdotes from other NICU parents. Join us as we explore ways to offer unwavering support through practical gestures of kindness, from meal trains and transportation assistance to thoughtful gifts that cater to the unique needs of NICU parents. We'll also discuss the importance of emotional support, recognizing the profound impact of simply being present and listening without judgment. Furthermore, we'll spotlight some innovative NICU-specific products designed to empower parents in documenting their infant's journey and celebrating milestones along the way. From NICU journals to milestone cards and specialized clothing for kangaroo care, these thoughtful gifts offer both practical utility and emotional solace to families navigating the NICU experience. Whether you're a friend or family member seeking guidance on supporting a loved one in the NICU or a NICU parent looking for ideas to share with your loved ones, you have come to the right place! Together, let's foster a community of compassion and support for NICU families, ensuring they feel empowered, understood, and surrounded by love throughout their NICU journey and beyond.Dr. Brown's Medical: https://www.drbrownsmedical.com Our NICU Roadmap: A Comprehensive NICU Journal: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicujournal/ NICU Mama Hats: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/hats/ NICU Milestone Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicuproducts/ Newborn Holiday Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shop/ Empowering NICU Parents Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shownotes/ Episode 57 Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/episode57 Empowering NICU Parents Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweringnicuparents/ Empowering NICU Parents FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringnicuparents Pinterest Page: https://pin.it/36MJjmH

As a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner for 30 years, Tara Sundem was a frontline worker in the growing opiate epidemic, caring for the newborns suffering through opiate withdrawal.  Her passion to transform the healthcare experience for them and their families led her to found Hushabye Nursery, a nonprofit dedicated to caring for opiate-exposed newborns in their first weeks of life. The 12-bed inpatient nursery opened its doors and its arms to these babies and their mothers in November 2020. Hushabye Nursery has grown from an idea to “save the babies” in 2016, to a unique model of care for this underserved population that focuses on the family unit, both prenatal and postnatal. The nursery has 12 rooms for inpatient detox customized for infants born with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS), where their family members can stay, and provides intensive outpatient services for all family members as part of Hushabye's continuous care. Click here to learn more about Hushabye Nursery: https://www.hushabyenursery.org/ Original air date: February 8, 2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first episode of season 3, Dr. U. Grant Baldwin, DBH, Director of the Doctor of Behavioral Health program at Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Health Studies, explores Neonatal Nursing with a focus on Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, and the critical need for integrated healthcare for infants and families. Panelists include: Tara Sundem, NNP, is a board-certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with more than 30 years of experience in neonatal intensive care. She was a frontline worker in the growing opiate epidemic, caring for the most innocent of its victims: Newborns suffering through opiate withdrawal-Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). Her passion to transform the healthcare experience for them and their families led her to found Hushabye Nursery, an Arizona non-profit dedicated to caring for opiate-exposed newborns in their first few weeks of life. The 12-bed inpatient nursery opened its doors and its arms to these babies and their mothers in November 2020. Under Tara's leadership as Executive Director, Hushabye Nursery has grown from an idea to ""save the babies"" in 2016, to a unique model of care for this underserved population that focuses on the family unit, both prenatal and postnatal. Recognized as an industry leader on NAS, Tara has presented several community events on the topic. She received the 2021 Phoenix Business Journal Health Care Hero Award for Nursing and 12 News Miracle Makers Award in 2021. She hold a Master of Science from Arizona State University and is a member of the National Association of Neonatal Nurses, the Academy of Neonatal Nurses, and the Neonatal Nurse Practitioners of AZ. Tara lives in Gilbert with her husband, two sons and their dog. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/disruptors-at-work/support

For our 51st podcast episode, I discussed a contensious topic in the neonatal world, Gastroesophageal Reflux (GER) and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Although it is a common occurrence amongst all infants, the lack of updated, clear, and consistent diagnostic and management recommendations remains, especially for the NICU population. Due to my personal and professional experiences, it is difficult for me to have one solid stance on the topic. As a former NICU nurse, I saw so many infants experience reflux. As a NICU parent, my son William, struggled with reflux once we brought him home and yes, at that time, it was managed with medication. And finally, now as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, I am more knowledgeable about what the evidence does and does not show regarding reflux and I understand its complexity. So I can fully appreciate how nurses advocate for their patients. I also completely acknowledge the internal battle parents endure as they helplessly watch their baby grapple with reflux and its associated symptoms, and I also embrace what the research has shown and why providers do not hastily start infants on reflux medications. Tune in now to learn the difference between Gastroesophageal Reflux and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, some common symptoms, and how it is typically diagnosed. Be amazed as I debunk some of the common myths and conditions that are thought to be associated with GERD. Additionally, listeners will also walk away with a better understanding of the most up-to-date recommendations for the management of GER and GERD including non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatments. So sit back and get ready to be empowered as we discuss Gastroesophageal Reflux. Free Resource: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/ger/Dr. Brown's Medical: https://www.drbrownsmedical.comOur NICU Roadmap: A Comprehensive NICU Journal: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicujournal/NICU Mama Hats: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/hats/NICU Milestone Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicuproducts/Newborn Holiday Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shop/Empowering NICU Parents Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shownotes/Episode 51 Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/episode51Empowering NICU Parents Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweringnicuparents/Empowering NICU Parents FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringnicuparentsPinterest Page: https://pin.it/36MJjmH

Having something go wrong with baby at birth is something that a lot of people are afraid of. Today I wanted to give you a peek behind what might happen if something is wrong with baby and what the hospital can do. Today's guest is Jen Mills, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC. Jen was a bedside RN for 10 years at a Level 4 NICU that specializes ECMO, surgeries, cardiac and genetics patients. She then obtained my Doctor of Nursing Practice and continue to practice in that same Level 4 NICU, as well as a Level 3 NICU and a Level 2 NICU at a local community hospital. She specializes in cardiac patients but also love attending deliveries and taking care of feeder grower babies at the community hospital. Big thanks to our sponsor The Online Prenatal Class for Couples -- if you're looking to learn more about what is going to happen at birth, it is the class for you! In this episode What happens at a normal birth, and what might happen if something goes wrong with baby (or the staff worries something is wrong). What happens if baby continues to have issues. Producer: Drew Erickson

Anneka & Calista are joined by Mandie Renner, Cosmic Channel and Spiritual Seeker, to share about her journey in consciousness studies, motherhood as a path of spiritual growth and awakening, and alchemizing difficult life experiences into higher awareness. Relax and enjoy tuning into a meeting of three souls sharing their unique human experiences and the spiritual perspectives they've gained.  ABOUT MANDIE: Mandie Renner is a spiritual seeker. She began studying consciousness, mindfulness practices, and dream interpretation in 2013. Mandie has completed 8 years of study in Metaphysics and earned her Psi counseling certificate in 2021. She is a full time Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, she is a mother of 3 beautiful children and resides in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  + Stay tuned for a future Part 2 all about Dream Interpretation

Jess and Jane are the owners of Coastlife Families- Child Health Services.Jane is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and Jess is a Lactation Consultant and Child Health Nurse.Together they support women and families through growth and development, their breastfeeding journey, the ever changing family dynamic, and their unique parenting styles for each individual child.In today's podcast we're discuss:When to start bottle feedingEarly signs of mastitis- How to treat and avoidThe normalities of;Bubs having cold feetBubs having mottled skinBubs having grunts, snores, noises through the night Tongue and lip tiesHow to make decisions about vaccinesAnd so much more!To book Jess and Janes services on there Sunshine Coast visit www.coastlifefamilies.com.auThis podcast is for the pregnant women wanting to preempt and prepare for her postnatal period. It is also for the postnatal women who desires to give her baby the best care with the most profesh advice from these two powerhouse women.To watch these podcasts live jump into our facebook group.To learn more about Natural birth co check out our website. Follow and give a 5-star review if you enjoy the podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neonatal nurse practitioner Rachel Murray joins your host Beth Quaas to talk about her shift from nursing to also start working as a professional development trainer. She studied at Dale Carnegie Training, which gave her a unique perspective on how to train others. The program fanned her passion to educate people. She and Beth discuss her training methods she's learned and how these training methods could (and should!) be used in training nurses as well as administrators. ABOUT RACHAELRachael has been a Registered Nurse since 2004 and, subsequently, a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner since 2011. As a clinician, she was frequently responsible for mentoring and training new staff and quickly realized she loved it! This lead her to pursue a second career in professional development training in 2014 through Dale Carnegie Training, in which she worked with individuals and teams from a variety of industries and eventually became certified as a Master Trainer responsible for developing and certifying prospective trainers. In 2020, she decided to combine her two passions of nursing and training when she started Elevate Nurses LLC, a business dedicated to providing quality training to Registered Nurses. Rachael has served as Chair of her organization's Professional Practice Council, President of the San Diego Chapter of the Association of California Nurse Leaders (ACNL), co-chair of the state-level ACNL Communications and Voice committee, as well as lead of several sub-committees for the San Diego Chapter. Rachael was born and raised in Wisconsin but has been escaping the cold in SoCal for almost a decade. LINKS Email Rachael Rachael on LinkedIn Elevate Nurses on Facebook and LinkedIn (00:00) - Welcome to Don't Eat Your Young • Rachael Murray

Guest: Sue Hall MD, MSW, Retired Neonatologist, My NICU Network-My Perinatal Network Wakako Eklund, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC, FAANP, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatrix Medical Group of TN In this episode: Integrate parents as an essential part of their baby's care team Operate NICUs in a way that attends to parents as patients, in addition to baby Evaluate how communication with parents impacts their mental health and NICU experience. This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire.  -  The NICU is hard. We're here to help.  Hand to Hold® is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parents with personalized emotional support, educational resources and community before, during and after their baby's NICU stay. NICU support is available at no cost to NICU parents in English & Spanish. Learn more or get support at handtohold.org Follow Hand to Hold:  facebook.com/HANDtoHOLD Instagram: @handtohold Twitter: @NICUHandtoHold

Rachael Murray created Elevate Nurses to bring quality training to nurses. Elevate Nurses exists to develop, teach, and exemplify the best stress management and communication techniques! Rachael's career journey led her to create this business so nurses would have the opportunity for quality training and development that strengthens communication and builds confidence in the stressful of healthcare. Rachael also discusses knowledge transfer versus skill transfer. Learn how work on communication, confidence and stress can enhance life on and off the job and open doors to amazing career opportunities.    Rachael Murray is a neonatal nurse practitioner in California. She worked in the NICU as a new grad RN. After exploring other specialties, she became a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in 2011. Her interest in training and professional development led her to become a certified Dale Carnegie Master Trainer. She has facilitated hundreds of programs and coached thousands of professionals across many different industries. With the vision of combining two loves and helping her profession, she  started Elevate Nurses LLC.   Contact Rachael - rachael@elevatenurses.com    LinkedIn   Elevate Nurses on Facebook   The Careerwise Nurse podcast is meant for you if you are launching your career, growing into your role, or seeking ways to thrive as a nurse!  The Careerwise Nurse podcast is from nurses for nurses. Current and future student nurses - this is for you, too! Support this podcast: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/9uxiab8hIj FOLLOW the show RATE & REVIEW!!  Help grow the show to reach more nurses!!! Talk with Natalie about tuning into your best nursing life.  Schedule a free introductory coaching call:  https://calendly.com/natalie-ditri/careerwisenurse Join the Facebook community - Careerwise Nurse Instagram: Careerwise Nurse    Email host Natalie D'Itri, MSN, RN, AOCN

Joining Darla to discuss Eat Sleep Console are Lisa a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in Arizona and Jocelyn a Registered Nurse in Arizona. Lisa and Jocelyn are part of an outreach program which follows substance exposed infants and their families through their abstinence journeys. 

Joining Darla to discuss Eat Sleep Console are Lisa a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in Arizona and Jocelyn a Registered Nurse in Arizona. Lisa and Jocelyn are part of an outreach program which follows substance exposed infants and their families through their abstinence journeys. 

Joining Darla to discuss Eat Sleep Console are Lisa a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in Arizona and Jocelyn a Registered Nurse in Arizona. Lisa and Jocelyn are part of an outreach program which follows substance exposed infants and their families through their abstinence journeys. 

Joining Darla to discuss Eat Sleep Console are Lisa a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in Arizona and Jocelyn a Registered Nurse in Arizona. Lisa and Jocelyn are part of an outreach program which follows substance exposed infants and their families through their abstinence journeys. 

In this episode, Michele shares her journey into nursing and many of the struggles along the way. She shares her love of serving others and the priceless rewards that she has gained along the way. Michele is a leadership development coach & consultant who  believes that we are leaders in all aspects of our lives. She also believes that leadership starts from within and that we need to understand how we view the world so that we can hold space for others with humility and empathy. Michele is passionate about helping organizations build a culture that values human connections more than bottom lines so they can create environments where people never want to leave.  Visit Michele's website hereFollow Michele on InstagramFollow Candace on Instagram

In today's episode we're tackling one of the biggest fears people have, public speaking. I feel like even reading that sentence is getting some people's palms sweaty. I have my good friend Colleen Carmody on to talk about her experience with public speaking. I also spoke with Certified World Class Speaking Coach, Roquita Johnson, who provides tips people can use to improve their public speaking and feel more comfortable!How to support the show!Buy Me a Coffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/givesmeanxietyInstacart:Instacart.oloiyb.net/AnxietyMy Software Tutor - Promo Code pod20 for 20 percent offhttps://mysoftwaretutor.com/The Cardist - anxiety pod 10%https://thecardiststudio.com/Check out the show on all of your favorite social platforms!https://twitter.com/GivesanxietyPodhttps://www.facebook.com/thatgivesmeanxietypodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/thatgivesmeanxietypodcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgCOITNlRi_K7JP9QxBK-vQCheck out Roquita's site:https://linktr.ee/roquitajohnson_publicspeakingSupport the show

This week on the podcast we have Tammi Boswell, MSN, NNP-BC. She graduated from East Carolina University 1992-BSN, at that time she worked one year in Pediatric ICU, then four years NICU RN, followed by six years NICU FLIGHT RN (1yr co director). During her graduate program at SUNY-STONYBROOK she finished her MSN-NNP in 2002 while giving birth to three of her own babies. She has worked for 15 years as staff NNP Level III/IV NICU and currently has worked for the last six years as a LOCUMS and Local PRN NNP! Neonatal NP's are advanced practice registered nurses (APRN) that help provide care to high-risk newborn infants who require postnatal care due to low birth weights, heart abnormalities, infections and other complications. Doctor Nurse Links: https://linktr.ee/DoctorNursePodcast Wanna start a side hustle? Subscribe to the Doctor Nurse Podcast and I will show you how to start: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/625318... Networth Nurse Course: https://networthnurse.co/courses/ Tammi's Links: Follow Tammi on Instagram @nurse2nnp https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammi-boswell-msn-aprn-nnp-bc-4b93b229/

For this podcast episode, I was very honored to be joined by Ms. Mary Coughlin. Mary is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, but also a published author of several pieces of work. She is well-known in the neonatal world for her development of the core measures for developmentally supportive care, but most recently with her published work and creation of the trauma-informed professional certification program as well as additional programs, workshops and masterclasses through Caring Essentials Collaborative. I was so honored to be able to sit down and discuss Mary's work experience that led her to the transformational work she is doing today. Just listening to Mary is transformational! As NICU clinicians, Mary reminds us of the importance of our role and why it is so crucial for us to embrace our vulnerability, take our armor down and truly connect with each other on a human level. Trauma-informed care is not about doing more as a clinician, it is about being more of your loving, compassionate self so you can make a difference by fully showing up for your patient and their family. We also discussed the trauma that is so common for NICU parents throughout their NICU journey and in the years to follow. So many NICU parents feel alone and isolated in the process, yet it is common to so many. We discussed the word trauma and why it is often downplayed or not spoken openly about it NICUs like it should be. And most importantly, we share the importance of working through and moving through your trauma, which will be difficult but is essential for the well-being of the entire family unit.Trauma-informed care is a concept that has been applied to several areas of medicine and patient care, but its application to the NICU is still emerging. Mary learned about trauma-informed care and knew that she had to introduce it into the NICU world. Not only does trauma-informed care in the NICU directly affect the baby, but it also addresses the family as well as the clinicians who are caring for the infant and family. Mary explains why the personal journeys we all go through and each of our stories play into an intricate web that involves each and every one of us. It is through this that we can all more intimately connect and heal one other. Empowering NICU Parents Our NICU Roadmap: A Comprehensive NICU Journal: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicujournal/NICU Mama Hats: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/hats/Empowering NICU Parents Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/episode31Empowering NICU Parents Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweringnicuparents/Empowering NICU Parents FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringnicuparentsPinterest Page: https://pin.it/36MJjmH

Michelle Rowton provides critical insights into why changing the infant/child development standards should concern us all.

Michelle Rowton provides critical insights into why changing the infant/child development standards should concern us all.

Michelle Rowton provides critical insights into why changing the infant/child development standards should concern us all.

Welcome to the first installment of NANNcast's new APRN series! The NANNcast APRN series covers trending topics in advanced practice neonatal nursing. On the first episode of the series, Bobby Bellflower, DNSc NNP-BC FAANP, and Michele Savin, DNP APRN NNP-BC, join Jill to discuss the national NNP shortage. Bobby and Michele discuss the NNP shortage and its impact on other roles in the NICU, share why they love advanced practice neonatal nursing, and provide resources for emerging neonatal nurse practitioners.    The National Association of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners

SERIES 5 | EPISODE 2: The Science of MindfulnessGUEST: Sandra L. Andreychuk, RN (EC), NCC (NNP), BScN, MHSc. (Bioethics), MSc. (Nursing)Advance Health Care Consultant / Health Care EthicistQuality Life Planning, www.qualitylifeplanning.com  During this episode participants will learn how large fluctuations in our emotional state can create a physiologic stress response which can lead to a reduction in our overall health and wellness and job satisfaction.  The concept of “Window of Tolerance” will be explored and how one might go about “resetting” by taking simple steps to enhance our ability to built resilience and practice self-regulation.  The importance of reflective practice and self-knowledge will be explored along with common myths related to mindfulness and mediation.Sandra Andreychuk practiced as a registered nurse and clinical educator in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit before becoming a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. Sandra practiced within eh NICU setting for over 20 years before transitioned into a new career as a Health Care Ethicist. Sandra has led several End-of-Life initiatives including development of hospital infrastructure to support patients and families who are experiencing the final journey of life. As an ethicist, Sandra provides health system navigation and  mediation of conflict around morally charged issues. Sandra's primary focus and research efforts are directed toward end of life care planning and building hospital infrastructure to support early integration of Palliative Care. Sandra is a Master Trainer in the Serious Illness Care Program, a program aimed to enhance understanding of patients wishes, values and goals of care as they near end of life. In 2021 Sandra founded a health care consultation service, Quality Life Planning, that provides serious illness and end of life care planning, health advocacy, system navigation and public education on relevant health care issues.  Sandra also continues to practice nursing as a hospice nurse. Sandra studied Mindfulness Based Stressed Reduction and MBSR Intensive through Mindfulness Hamilton. Sandra integrates meditation and mindfulness into daily work and in her personal life.  Sandra is currently completing her Yoga Teacher Training.This podcast is sponsored by WaterWipes® – the world's purest baby wipes. 

Our NICU Journal called Our NICU Roadmap has officially been published! My vision for this journal stemmed from the lack of a comprehensive NICU journal available when our son was in the NICU. I wanted to develop a journal that not only was a great resource for parents, but also served as a place for you as parents to document your baby's progress each day while in the NICU. As a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, I had the medical knowledge and experience on my side during our son's NICU journey, so I knew the questions to ask our son's NICU care team, but I felt there was not an appropriate place to document it all. Our NICU Roadmap equips and guides NICU parents with resources, information and questions to ask so you can stay actively involved in your baby's daily care. In today's podcast we spotlight my favorite part of the journal, the daily log. As any NICU parent knows, there are new changes that occur daily in the NICU. Personally, I wanted to document all of those changes, not just as a keepsake, but because I wanted to keep track of all of our son's daily weight gains or losses, lab results, ventilator changes, feedings, who cared for him each day, how I felt, the plan of care plus so much more!I created the daily log so you as parents not only had a place to document your baby's daily updates, but also to help guide you with questions we believe you should be asking the NICU care team each day! Today I GIVE you all of the questions and topics I believe NICU Parents should either ask or know so you can stay actively involved in your baby's daily progress and plan of care. Our NICU Roadmap guides and equips you as NICU Parents with knowledge and questions to ask throughout your baby's NICU journey. Each day, you will not only see your baby's daily progression, but you will also know to ask if they had a blood gas or labs that day? Or what changes will be made on their respiratory support. Once you begin to understand more each day, and I promise that you will, your confidence will build which will continue to encourage your daily involvement with your baby and make you feel more like a parent! I want you to stay actively involved and not just become a member of your baby's care team, but the most integral member! Our daily log will also allow you to see all of the small and large steps of progression your baby is making each day which is so important! Remember, this is a marathon, not a sprint! Amazon Link to purchase: https://www.amazon.com/Our-NICU-Roadmap-Practitioner-Adventure/dp/B09JY83G5D/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3N0XBBV5WA469&dchild=1&keywords=our+nicu+roadmap&qid=1635434174&sprefix=our+nicu+roadmap%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1Our NICU Roadmap: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicujournal/For a chance to win a FREE NICU Journal: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/freejournalEmpowering NICU Parents Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/episode22Empowering NICU Parents Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweringnicuparents/Empowering NICU Parents FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringnicuparentsWebsite Link: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/episode22iTunes link: Empowering NICU Parents PodcastSpeaker: https://www.spreaker.com/user/11522443/episode22-final

Guest: Amber Marroquin, MSN, RN, NNP Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Henry Ford Hospital Detroit, MI --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wsu-nightintales/message

Michelle Rowton gives us insight into why there are so many infants with complex issues right now, the stress and trauma of COVID 19 chaos on fetuses and infants, and explains the importance of, and how to be an advocate for patients, yourself and loved ones.

Michelle Rowton gives us insight into why there are so many infants with complex issues right now, the stress and trauma of COVID 19 chaos on fetuses and infants, and explains the importance of, and how to be an advocate for patients, yourself and loved ones.

Michelle Rowton gives us insight into why there are so many infants with complex issues right now, the stress and trauma of COVID 19 chaos on fetuses and infants, and explains the importance of, and how to be an advocate for patients, yourself and loved ones.

SERIES 4 | EPISODE 2: Nurse Practitioners Performing Targeted Neonatal Echocardiography in the NICUGUEST: Jill Larocque, BScN, MES, NNPNeonatal Nurse PractitionerNorthern Alberta Neonatal Intensive Care ProgramStollery Children's Hospital, Alberta Health ServicesEdmonton, AlbertaThe use of Targeted Neonatal Echocardiography (TNE) in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit allows care providers to assess and interpret the hemodynamic status of a neonate. Bedside TNE further allows providers to perform real-time assessments and make vital decisions in relation to patient care. Though typically performed by physicians, the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Edmonton, Alberta is perhaps the first unit in North America to implement a TNE training program inclusive of neonatal nurse practitioners. Jill Larocque speaks about the Edmonton experience. Jill Larocque has worked in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for almost 20 years. She is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner at the Stollery Children's hospital and a Faculty Clinical Associate with the Faculty of Nursing, Graduate studies.  Her professional time is spent caring for neonates in the NICU, teaching in the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Alberta and completing her training in targeted Neonatal echocardiography. 

Cat Golden, founder of Nurses Inspire Nurses, joins Christina this week to talk about her decision to leave nursing to help nurses directly. Learn how Cat brings love and energy to her business and how she embraces doing things a little differently. Cat Golden's Bio:Cat Golden, a self love advocate, is the founder of Nurses Inspire Nurses, a movement to help nurses help themselves and each other as a community. Cat was able to build Nurses Inspire Nurses into a seven figure business in under two years. She is a pediatric nurse by trade who is obsessed with growth, learning and helping other nurses feel better.Resources and Links:Visit Cat's WebsiteLearn About Nurses Inspire NursesFollow Cat on InstagramFollow Nurses Inspire Nurses on Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating  and leave us a comment on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox about what you'd like us to talk about that will help you realize that at any moment, any day, you too can decide, it's your turn! Christina Lecuyer's Bio:Christina Lecuyer is a former Professional Golfer, a three-time reality television competitor, Confidence + Mindset Coach, Motivational Speaker, and Founder of Women with C.L.A.S.S. Mastermind, as well as Decide It's Your Turn: Women's Weekend. Christina's mission in life is to empower people to fully live in their purpose, confidently and successfully! Decide It's Your Turn! PodcastResources and Links:Christina Lecuyer's WebsiteFollow us on InstagramFollow us on FacebookLooking for our Tweets?Christina Lecuyer on YouTubeHashtags : #justbe #worthaf #livealifeyoulove 

We decided to invite another vital role of the NICU Clinical Team. That role is the role of a Nurse Practitioner.  Our Special Guest Jennifer Miller, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner at Children's Hospital of Colorado, Denver, shares some helpful tips to aid during the NICU Journey! She also shares the important role of a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. Jenn breaks down the varying NICU Levels in Hospitals.  Jenn's compassion for NICU Families and her heart for their overall well being as a whole makes this episode so intriguing! Her concerns for families dealing with NICU PTSD, infant loss and navigating the NICU during COVID is astounding. Her attention doesn't stop at the baby, both Mom & Dad's well being are vitally important to her as well. Jenn truly pours her heart out and shares the other side of the NICU experience. 

In this episode I have Darla Van Schooneveld on the podcast to talk all about Meconium in the water + Meconium Aspiration Syndrome. Darla is a Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurse currently pursuing her masters degree to become a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. We talk about: what is meconium why a baby might pass its first bowel movement in the womb or during labor the major risk factors for meconium aspiration syndrome how to prevent meconium aspiration what happens at birth if your baby has meconium in the fluid vs if your baby aspirates the meconium Resources- BE ON THE PODCAST: https://whatthebumppodcast.wixsite.com/mysite/be-on-the-podcast What The Bump Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthebumppodcast/ What The Bump Website / Blog: https://whatthebumppodcast.wixsite.com/mysite Studies mentioned: Paudel, P., Sunny, A., Poudel, P., Gurung, R., Gurung, A., Bastola, R., Chaudary, R., Budhathoki, S. (2020) Meconium aspiration syndrome: incidence, associated risk factors and outcome-evidence from a multicentric study in low resource setting in Nepal. Journal of Pediatric and child health. Vol 56. Issue 4. January 2, 2020 Ross, M. (2005) Meconium aspiration syndrome – more than intrapartum meconium. The New England Journal of Medicine. Vol. 353. Issue 9. September 9, 2005 Vain, N., Batton, D. (2017) Meconium “aspiration” (or respiratory distress associated with meconium-stained amniotic fluid). Seminars in Fetal and Neonatal Medicine. Vol. 22. Issue 4. P. 214-219. August 2017. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/what-the-bump/support

What valuable skills can a long-time Neonatal Nurse Practitioner take to the Corporate field? And how did some of those same skills create the opportunity to start an entrepreneurial business, first started as a side business? Marcia Grondahl candidly shares not only the most valuable skills she developed and learned as a nurse, then nurse practitioner, for over 20 years, but how to handle life's curves. While working in the medical field, she transitioned from being a single mom with a 14-year old daughter to marrying Chris, a widow, taking on his three young children who had recently lost their mom. She shares how difficult that transition was and how important her faith was in the process. The standout skills that connected her career transitions were teaching and training. You will hear how those abilities were extremely helpful as she started working for GE Healthcare in Nursing Informatics and why she chose to make that particular career change. You will also hear about the most valuable ingredient that helped her in managing teams across the country. Plus, how fast she could pack her bags for travel! Marcia talks about the difficulty in transitioning from working in a hospital to working more remotely for GE Healthcare at home, also traveling a great deal for the company. She shares some key points that helped her in establishing a home office and some of the boundaries she put in place. Marcia was making good money at GE, but really wanted to start helping people with their health and wellness. The company she chose to do this with was DoTERRA Oils. DoTERRA is a multi-level marketing company and she knew she'd need to develop a downline, but the upline was also important. (Find out why!) With her teaching and training skills, she knew she could train and educate, helping others connect the bridge from Western Medicine to Natural Medicine. She understood both sides extremely well. Developing DoTERRA first as a side business make for a smooth and successful full transition from GE. Marcia's life priorities have helped her hold up personally through intense work schedules, raising a blended family and making substantial changes in her career. Success and her love of her current work and product puts her on the path to work with DoTERRA well into her 80's. FREE Side Business Template Download: http://bit.ly/2mhNS26

June is a mom of two, a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, and a Disblerd - aka a Black Disney nerd. She created Afros and Pixie Dust, which is a community for Disney fans of color, because of the lack of representation and connection in the Disney social media space. June also hosts a weekly podcast show bearing the same name where she highlights people of color in the Disney community. She loves to encourage everyone pursue their happiness in their own way. Website: https://afrosandpixiedust.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrosandpixiedust/?hl=en and https://www.instagram.com/frosinfantasyland/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/afrosandpixiedust/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/afrosandpixiedust/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/afrosnpixiedust Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsq4QMmX2qTtTq_zbl6qL6w

Deborah Discenza is a leading patient advocate for babies born prematurely. Combining careers in technology and publishing, Ms. Discenza has initiated several different outlets to raise awareness and education around preemies, including Preemie Magazine, PreemieWorld, and her book The Preemie Parent's Survival Guide to the NICU which she co-authored with little man Director/Producer Nicole Conn. Her work focuses on providing information to parents in simple terms to enhance health literacy, critical when parents are dealing with the very challenging environment of a neonatal intensive care unit. For her work in this area, Ms. Discenza has been widely recognized and is a founding member of many organizatons as well as a regular author to several publications. She has received awards for her work and continues to be very active helping to promote better awareness for parents and others in the health field.Suzanne Staebler has been a leading voice in the field of neonatal nursing for almost 25 years. Currently, she maintains her practice the Pediatrix Medical Group of Tennessee, in Nashville and has a healthcare/health policy consulting business.  Previous positions included APRN leadership positions and faculty appointments within neonatal nurse practitioner programs.  Suzanne also is active on multiple different national organizations including acting as the Governing Council Chair of the National Association of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners and sits on the board of directors for the National Association of Neonatal Nurses. Suzanne graduated from Baylor University before obtaining her nursing degrees from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio and Texas Christian University. She is a board-certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and has authored articles on the subject of the health policy implications of regionalization.

Listen NowWhile the vast majority (70%) of people turning 65 will need long term care services for an average of three years, only 7 million Americans own a long term care insurance policy.  Medicare does not provide for long term care and Medicaid only covers long term care costs for those with very limited financial means.   The CLASS Act, a provision within the ACA, would have created a voluntary and public long term care insurance policy for employees but the ACA provision, as written, was unworkable such that the Obama adminstration abandoned its efforts to implement the CLASS Act in late 2011.  (The Congress offically repealed the provision in early 2013.)     During this 25-minute interview Ms. Garner discusses the need for long term care insurance (both for the elderly and younger disabled), the origins of the CLASS Act and why the provision was ultimately unsuccessful and the continuing need for related reforms to both entitlement programs, i.e., Medicare and Medicaid, and the long term care insurance market.Ms. Connie Garner is currently the Executive Vice President for Public Policy at United Cerebral Palsy.  Previously, Ms. Garner worked at Foley Hoag where she served as Policy Director in the Government Strategies Practice Group and as Executive Director of Advance CLASS, Inc., a position she still holds.  For 17 years prior she was Policy Director, Disability and Special Populations, to the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee.  In that role, she was the lead Democratic Committee architect for the CLASS Act, the major long-term care legislation that was a part of the ACA.  Ms. Garner also served in the U.S. Department of Education.  She received her B.S. in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania, a M.S. in Nursing form George Mason, and an Ed.S. in Special Education from George Washington.  She is certified as a Pediatric and Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and is the mother of seven children.For a primer on long term care insurance see this DHHS Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) research brief: http://aspe.hhs.gov/daltcp/reports/2012/ltcinsRB.shtml.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thehealthcarepolicypodcast.com