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What if learning how to be happier isn't about fixing your circumstances, but shifting your perspective? In this honest conversation, Mandi Winkleman shares how she navigated NICU stays, motherhood overwhelm, and everyday chaos with self-compassion and humor. We talk about personal growth and development in real life, daily habits that support emotional resilience, and how to stop being a perfectionist when everything feels out of control. If you're craving personal development that feels grounded, gentle, and practical — especially as a mother — this episode will remind you that self improvement often starts with allowing yourself to feel… and then choosing to move forward. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/https:%2F%2Faboutprogress-com%2Flaugh-mandi-winkelman%2F Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference use code “LISTENER” for $20 off Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Full Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Analyze That 58. Cătălin Striblea a analizat principalele subiecte politice și economice ale saptamanii. Are Trump dreptul să înlăture un regim? Cât ne costă războiul din Iran. Va accepta Nicușor procurorii PSD? PSD se rupe de istorie. Așteptăm opiiile și întrebările voastre.

Send a textLive from the NEO Conference in Las Vegas, Ben and Daphna sit down with Dr. Tarek Nakhla to discuss his new book, Saving Babies Behind the Doors of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Moving beyond standard medical textbooks, Dr. Nakhla shares how chronicling nearly 30 years of challenging patient encounters and complex family dynamics can serve as an essential guide for new trainees. The conversation highlights the therapeutic power of narrative medicine for clinicians and the profound impact of non-clinical staff on the family experience. Discover why capturing the human side of neonatology is just as critical as the clinical science.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send a textHow can a database tracking 20% of all US NICU admissions change the way we practice neonatology? Live from the NEO Conference, Ben and Daphna sit down with Dr. Veeral Tolia to discuss his groundbreaking work with the Pediatrix Clinical Data Warehouse. Dr. Tolia dives into the power of leveraging decades of observational data to supplement randomized trials—from analyzing the 50-fold increase in Precedex usage to studying natural experiments like the vitamin A shortage. The group also looks ahead to the Newborn Express dataset, exploring how socioeconomic metrics like the Child Opportunity Index might help us understand the alarming rise in neonatal vitamin K refusals.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

On today's episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Leslie shares the story of her daughter Cora born via emergency C-section after a full-term pregnancy and the unimaginable grief of losing her shortly after birth. She also opens up about secondary infertility, pregnancy after loss, a traumatic COVID birth, and the long road of healing that followed.This episode is a powerful reminder that grief and trauma can coexist and that both deserve care.

Naomi Rosenkranz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in grief and reproductive mental health, including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infertility, perinatal and infant loss, birth trauma, and pregnancy after loss. She earned her B.A. in Biology from Yeshiva University, along with an M.S. in Neuroscience and an M.S.Ed. in Marriage and Family Therapy, both from the University of Miami. Naomi has facilitated support groups for families who have suffered perinatal and infant loss through Postpartum Support International and The Children's Bereavement Center, as well as a general grief support group for Temple Beth Am. Additionally, she provides bereavement care consultation for volunteers working with NICU families.   Naomi has also served as the lead Florida coordinator for Postpartum Support International. Currently, Naomi runs a private practice in Miami, where she continues to support families through her expertise in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infertility, and bereavement care. CONNECT WITH DVORA ENTIN: Website: https://www.dvoraentin.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dvoraentin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@misconceptionspodcast  

Episode 267: From Tap Shoes to Tattoos: Navigating Midlife with Moxie Are you still hauling around a wedding dress from 1995? Or perhaps you're wondering if that cute hip tattoo is eventually going to look more like Ursula the Sea Witch than the Little Mermaid? You are not alone! In this episode of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey, CPC, and the fabulous Dr. Carol Lynn dive into the hilarious (and sometimes stressful) realities of midlife. From the "million-dollar wedding" industrial complex to the literal shifts in our skin, we're talking about how to simplify, repurpose, and bring back some classic Southern vocabulary. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The Midlife Revival: Why tap dancing, the triangle, and the tambourine are the creative outlets you didn't know you needed. The Wedding Dress Dilemma: Creative ways to reuse your gown (hello, rehearsal dinner restyling!) and an incredible charity called the Angel Gown Foundation that turns gowns into bereavement suits for NICU families. Weddings: Then vs. Now: A nostalgic look at cake-and-punch receptions versus today's "drive a Tesla off a cliff" price tags. The Public Service Announcement on Tattoos: What happens to that hummingbird tattoo when gravity takes over, and the medical "ink-sights" Dr. Carol Lynn has seen in the OR. Word of the Week: Why we are officially bringing back the word "Reckon" and how to use it in your daily life (even if you're listening from Singapore!). Key Moments & Midlife Realities [02:15] Forming the "Life Coach BFF Band" (Tambourine, Triangle, and Tap Shoes). [08:42] The 1990s wedding experience vs. the modern "Milan for a dress" production. [12:30] What our Facebook community is actually doing with their old wedding dresses. [16:15] The "Angel Gown" project: A beautiful way to donate your gown for a higher purpose. [21:00] Why midlife balance makes wearing high heels a contact sport. [25:10] The "Hummingbird" Warning: A cautionary tale about aging skin and ink. Connect With Us! We want to see your "big hair" wedding photos! Instagram: @OurMidlifeMoxie Facebook: Join our private Midlife Moxie group to join the conversation and tell us: Do you still have your dress? Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Heather Pettey is a certified coach; Dr. Carol Lynn is a licensed physician. Please consult your own doctor for personal medical advice.

Send a textCan groundbreaking neonatal research thrive outside of academic medicine? Live from the NEO Conference, Ben and Daphna sit down with Dr. Kaashif Ahmad, Vice President of Research at Pediatrix. Dr. Ahmad shatters the myth that community NICUs can't drive clinical science, discussing how everyday documentation in systems like Baby Steps quietly fuels hundreds of publications. He also unveils "The Parent Network," a revolutionary initiative designed to partner with family-led organizations from day one to establish comparative effectiveness trial priorities. Tune in to discover how private practice clinicians are successfully balancing bedside care with robust, meaningful research.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send a textHow will artificial intelligence fundamentally change the way we chart, teach, and monitor patients in the NICU? Live from the NEO Conference, Ben and Daphna sit down with Dr. James Barry to explore the critical need for "AI literacy" among bedside clinicians. Dr. Barry draws parallels between driver's education and safe AI use, highlighting the hidden dangers of automation complacency with AI scribes. They also discuss the exciting potential of computer vision in respiratory monitoring and how the CONCERN early warning system is quantifying nursing intuition. Join us as we navigate the guardrails of neonatology's technological future.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send a textConversations with Big Rich welcomes fabricator, racer, and shop owner Cameron Chin—an off-road lifer who broke stereotypes to build a career around cars. Born and raised in Houston, Cameron cut his teeth on a rough '67 Mustang, studied studio art at UT Austin, and dove headfirst into off-roading by co-founding the Longhorn Off-Road Club. After early shop experience and the dot-com bust, he launched Crawltex (2006), helping grow Texas' wheeling scene with everything from bolt-ons to axle and engine swaps.Cameron shares first desert race memories supporting a Hooters-backed team at the Baja 500, a white-knuckle Rally America win as a co-driver, and candid thoughts on King of the Hammers. A move to Las Vegas for his wife's NICU career led to Nefarious Customs, where he expanded into high-end restomods and desert builds. Now back in Texas, Cameron juggles shops in Vegas, Austin, and the Houston area, focusing on frame-off Scouts, a tube-chassis LS-swapped Porsche Targa for his dad, classic Chevy and Camaro builds, and more—while nurturing his kids' budding interest in motorsports Support the show

Patrick shares concrete insights on plenary indulgences, the unique role of infant cuddlers, and the necessity of intention in Catholic prayer. He moves from mothers’ emotional bonds to manuscript history and the Dead Sea Scrolls, never shying away from discussing grief, spiritual confusion, or the reality of maintaining faith in a tech-driven age. Guidance flows, resources surface, and questions on the confessional seal touch nerves most would overlook. Patrick continues his conversation with Mary from the end of the last hour about receiving plenary indulgences (00:50) Greg - Last week you had someone on talking about baptisms in a NICU. Volunteers need to hold babies. People can be infant cuddlers. (03:20) Kathleen - If you fulfill the requirement for a plenary indulgence, but you are not aware of it, do you still receive it? (05:36) Patrick shares some emails in response to the audio we played in the first hour from the young man talking about the importance of having a mom. It was so good, we played the audio again: https://x.com/eveforamerica/status/2029028891243798647 (08:21) Nicole – Where are the original manuscripts for the Gospels are kept? (14:11) Robin - My brother died by suicide 15 years ago. On a Catholic retreat, they said I had a bond to him that kept him from moving forward. Is this real? (23:03) Yolanda - If I want to teach systematic theology to children and teens, what books should I read? (28:37) Joyce - Is the requirement for the indulgence the intention of the Holy Father? (39:46) Bob - Our priest broke the seal of Confession with my daughter. What do I do? (43:12)

Ashley Adynah is a wife, mom of four boys (one bonus son and three birth stories of her own), and the creator behind The Parenting Strategy. She went into her first birth aware of the gap in Black maternity care, spoke up, and was assured by her team that she would be well taken care of. But Ashley's induction ended in a traumatic C-section compounded by a uterine infection, infected incision, passing out at home, and needing a home nurse. She was dismissed and not believed over and over again. 9 months later, Ashley became pregnant again, and knew she wanted a VBAC. She educated herself, switched providers at 38 weeks after being told she'd need another C-section for a “big baby,” labored at home, and was 8cm when she got to the hospital. She had a pain-free, unmedicated VBAC, delivering her 9 lb 6 oz son with no tears!Her third pregnancy brought new fears when her placenta grew into her previous C-section scar, aka placenta accreta. Lily, Paige, and Ashley dive into what placenta accreta is and what it means for birth. After meeting with lots of specialists and facing the possibility of serious complications, she leaned hard into her faith. During her cesarean, it was confirmed that her accreta had grown into her first C-section scar (and this is why preventing primary cesareans and having the option to VBAC matters!). But Ashley's placenta detached on its own, she was able to have a horizontal incision, and keep her uterus. Her little boy was 4lb, 11oz and spent 11 days in the NICU. Ashley is incredibly resilient, strong, and so inspiring! Keywords: Black maternal health gap, traumatic C-section, postpartum infection, VBAC story, unmedicated VBAC, placenta accreta, NICU, birth trauma healing, maternal advocacy, birth after cesareanVBAC Certified Doula FinderThe VBAC Link Supportive Provider ListThe Ultimate VBAC Prep Course for ParentsOnline VBAC Doula TrainingSubmit Your VBAC/CBAC StorySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vbac-link/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Send a textWhen parents fundamentally disagree on life-saving interventions in the delivery room, how do clinical teams decide the next step? Live from the NEO Conference, Ben and Daphna sit down with Dr. Mark Mercurio, Executive Director of the new Center for Pediatric Bioethics at Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Mercurio dissects a highly complex ethical case regarding parental disagreement over resuscitation at the border of viability. Emphasizing the distinction between parental "preference" and parental "judgment," he explores the necessity of clinical humility, the hidden margins of error in gestational age dating, and how admitting our own medical uncertainty is the first step toward honest family counseling.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send a textHow does individualized medicine shape both patient trust and neonatal careers? Live from the NEO Conference, Ben and Daphna catch up with Dr. Zubin Shah, Clinical Ambassador for Pediatrix. The team explores the power of tailoring bedside conversations to individual babies—whether discussing targeted hemodynamics or framing RSV prevention with nirsevimab—rather than relying solely on generalized trial data. Dr. Shah also sheds light on the evolving landscape of neonatal recruitment, emphasizing how peer mentorship and direct networking can help new physicians find practices that balance rigorous clinical care with research and quality improvement.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

In this week's podcast episode, Emily shares Part 1 of her son Oakley's unexpected NICU journey, a story marked by emergency decisions, a rare genetic diagnosis, and a powerful full-circle moment within her own family.After a healthy pregnancy, Emily delivered Oakley six weeks early via emergency C-section when she noticed decreased movement in the middle of the night. What began as low blood sugar and a short NICU stay in their small Colorado town quickly turned into a transfer to Children's Hospital, where Oakley was diagnosed with a rare genetic deletion on his X chromosome called UBE2A.In an emotional twist, Emily's family soon discovered that her older brother, who had been diagnosed with cerebral palsy his entire life, shares the exact same genetic deletion.In this conversation, Emily shares the moment she knew something wasn't right, the whirlwind of those early NICU days, and what it was like to receive an uncertain diagnosis. She also reflects on growing up alongside a medically complex sibling and how the strength her parents modeled now shapes the way she and her husband parent Oakley.Emily's story is one of resilience and unexpected hope in the middle of the unknown. We hope it reminds you that even in moments of uncertainty, you are capable, you are supported, and you are never walking this road alone.To get connected with DNM:Website | Private Facebook Group | InstagramSupport the show

Dads of big families, welcome to the group chat. Fundraiser and father of 6, including two NICU babies, Scott Whitaker shares how he embraced his role as a NICU dad, his clutch advice for other NICU dads (big or small families) and his honest reaction when his wife said she wanted to have another baby after their 44-day NICU stay.  

Deputatul USR Stelian Ion critică într-un interviu la RFI propunerile făcute de ministrul Justiției pentru șefia marilor parchete. Fostul ministru de resort spune pe de altă parte că USR nu-și va retrage propunerea pentru funcția de Avocat al Poporului, în ciuda criticilor PSD. Stelian Ion, despre propunerile pentru șefia marilor parchete: ”În linii mari, mi se par propuneri foarte neinspirate. Dorește domnul ministru să batem pasul pe loc (...). Mi-aș dori ca președintele Nicușor Dan să nu se pripească (...). După estimarea pe care am făcut-o și am urmărit atent și interviurile și am analizat lucrările, proiectele și CV-urile candidaților, vreo șase din opt propuneri ar fi de refuzat și nu e un capăt de țară, se poate relua procedura”. Despre propunerea USR pentru Avocatul Poporului, criticată de PSD: ”Doamna Roxana Rizoiu este un specialist foarte bun, are un CV impecabil (...). Nu avem absolut nici un motiv să facem vreo retragere, este un profesionist desăvârșit, ca atare, rămâne propunerea noastă, fără discuție”. Despre proiectul AUR privind finanțarea ONG-urilor: ”Copy-paste de la PSD Dragnea, că în perioada Dragnea fix cu proiectul ăsta au venit și cei din PSD. Au o problemă, le-au rezolvat pe toate, bineînțeles, au făcut toate reformele posibile, au transparentizat tot ce înseamnă cheltuirea banului public în România, ONG-urile mai rămăseseră problema în această țară, au o problemă cu ONG-urile”.

Send a textDoes our fear of necrotizing enterocolitis do more harm than good? In this live episode from the Neo conference, Ben and Daphna sit down with Dr. Ariel Salas to challenge the "culture of fear" surrounding neonatal nutrition. Dr. Salas argues that while we obsess over ill-defined NEC risks, we may be sacrificing the proven benefits of early feeding on sepsis reduction. From the emotional weight of "wasted" breast milk to the "illusion of control" provided by strict protocols, this conversation urges neonatologists to move toward a family-centered, evidence-based approach that prioritizes human milk over clinical hesitation.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send a textJoin Ben and Daphna live from the NEO Conference as they welcome the 2026 Legends in Neonatology Award recipient, Dr. Waldemar "Wally" Carlo. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Carlo discusses the driving forces behind his enduring passion for clinical care and the critical need for robust bedside research. They explore how full-time clinicians can actively shape the research agenda by turning everyday diagnostic uncertainties into innovative trials. Dr. Carlo also offers a preview of his highly anticipated lecture on neonatal oxygen targets, revealing why it remains one of the most rigorously studied—yet complex—areas in modern medicine.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Hey friends, welcome back to Anchored by the Sword Podcast. Today's conversation is tender, honest, and so needed.I'm joined by Tiffany Stein, who just released a brand-new book: Mourning God: Grieving Loss, Wrestling with God, and Finding Your Way Back to Life. And let me tell you — this episode is for anyone who has ever walked through grief, felt disoriented in their faith, or wondered, “God… where are You in this?”In this episode, Tiffany shares: • Life in Austin, Texas, and how she now gets to disciple nine-year-olds as a 4th grade teacher at a Christian private school • Her background in church ministry (including serving as a women's pastor) and what it looked like to walk with people toward Christ • Her personal “freedom journey” — from fearing a “righteous and angry God,” to slowly discovering God as loving, present, and safe • How seasons of depression, questioning, and searching shaped her faith (and why asking hard questions doesn't mean you're walking away from God)Tiffany's story of lossTiffany opens up about the devastating loss of her son, David, who was born in 2018 with a congenital heart abnormality and spent 53 days in the NICU before he went to be with the Lord. She shares what it was like to grieve publicly while also serving as pastors — and how the hardest part wasn't only the loss… but the feeling that God's presence “lifted” afterward.That “double grief” became part of what birthed this book: • grieving her child • and grieving the God she thought she knewA word for the Church: please stop saying thiscatWe also talk about how well-meaning Christians sometimes use “quick words” that actually cause more harm — especially phrases like:“Everything happens for a reason.”Tiffany gives such a needed invitation for believers to learn the ministry of presence, and to normalize lament the way Scripture does (because yes… a huge portion of the Psalms are lament).Sometimes the holiest thing you can do is: • show up • sit in silence • bring a meal • remember the anniversary • send the Mother's Day card • and let people grieve without being correctedBecause grief doesn't need to be fixed — it needs to be witnessed.Friend, if you're grieving… if you're wrestling… if you're angry… if you feel distant… please hear me: you are not disqualified. God can handle your questions, your tears, and your lament.Bio:Tiffany Stein is an ordained minister and trusted shepherd with more than a decade of ministry experience. She currently serves as a fourth grade teacher at Austin Classical School and previously served as women's pastor and marriage and care director at Irving Bible Church in Dallas, Texas. Tiffany is a native Texan and a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and Oklahoma Baptist University. She has a deep desire to see individuals grow in the fullness and joy of Christ and comes alive when writing and teaching. She delights in one-on-one conversations with a cup of hot tea in hand and takes every opportunity to hike the Texas Hill Country. Tiffany is married to Jason, the executive pastor at The Well Austin. They have two beloved children: David, who is with the Lord, and Emma Ruth. The Steins live in the suburbs of Austin.Anchor Verses:2 Corinthians 1:3–4 Romans 12:15Psalm 27:13–14 Connect with Tiffany:Website: https://www.tiffanystein.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyrstein***We love hearing from you! Your reviews help our podcast community and keep these important conversations going. If this episode inspired you, challenged you, or gave you a fresh perspective, we'd be so grateful if you'd take a moment to leave a review. Just head to Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen and share your thoughts—it's a simple way to make a big impact!*** 

What does it look like to rewrite your life without burning it down? As I sat down with coach, author, and “Goldie's CEO,” Michelle Hooey, she shared her powerful story.  Her daughter, Goldie, was born in 2023 with complex medical needs and spent nearly six months in the NICU, and still doesn't have a diagnosis. In this conversation we explore: * what it means to be plucky in the face of uncertainty * how burnout can unravel your identity * why 15 minutes a day might be all it takes to begin rewriting your life. This episode is about surrender, scrappiness, resilience, and celebrating the small wins. Michelle's new book, The Goldie Effect is available now! This memoir/self-help book shares her journey through trauma, uncertainty, and transformation — along with practical tools to help readers rewrite their own lives in small, sustainable ways. At the heart of the book is the 15-Minute Rewrite: Because 15 minutes is just 1% of your day, and small shifts add up. This episode is for you if you're navigating uncertainty, a major life plot twist, burnout, or just need encouragement to keep going. Connect with your host, Coach Carrie on Instagram Connect with Michelle Website: anchorlesscoaching.com Instagram: @instagram.com/michelle_hooey Her book: The Goldie Effect  The energy audit is inside The 15-minute Rewrite

On today's Hour 2 of The Patrick Madrid show, Margie asks about the way a Baptist minister baptized her granddaughter in the NICU, can you be baptized with Root Beer, also, does mint and/or cough drops break the Communion fast, and more questions about Baptism. (9:37) Margie - Baptism in the NICU: My granddaughter was baptized in the NICU by a Baptist minister. Was it legitimate? Break 1 (21:33) Where does Baptism of desire fit in with a mis-baptized person? (Can I be baptized with Root Beer?) (25:10) Theresa - I put a mint or cough drop in my mouth to avoid coughing at Mass. Did that break the fast? (27:37) Email – Anonymous – We have a daughter in her mid 20’s who moved out of state to be with he boyfriend. We have believed that they are living together. How can we talk to her? Break 2 (32:48) Hazel - I became Catholic after I got married. I used to be Presbyterian, was my presbyterian baptism valid? (38:53) Lisa: First communion and receiving under both species. I felt like something was missing just receiving Communion under the form of the bread. Is there any benefit to having both species for first communion?

Send a textIn this live episode from the Neo Conference in Las Vegas, we welcome back Dr. Souvik Mitra to unpack the evolving landscape of PDA management in extremely preterm infants. We dive into the recent AAP guidelines recommending against early medical treatment and explore potential unintended consequences, including rising transcatheter closure rates and delayed intervention. Dr. Mitra shares his institution's approach using the SMART-PDA criteria, highlighting the importance of treatment timing and proper patient selection. Join us for a nuanced discussion balancing large pragmatic trial data with bedside clinical judgment for our most vulnerable babies.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send a textIn this live episode from the Neo Conference in Las Vegas, we welcome back Dr. Souvik Mitra to unpack the evolving landscape of PDA management in extremely preterm infants. We dive into the recent AAP guidelines recommending against early medical treatment and explore potential unintended consequences, including rising transcatheter closure rates and delayed intervention. Dr. Mitra shares his institution's approach using the SMART-PDA criteria, highlighting the importance of treatment timing and proper patient selection. Join us for a nuanced discussion balancing large pragmatic trial data with bedside clinical judgment for our most vulnerable babies.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send a textLive from the Neo Conference in Las Vegas, Ben and Daphna sit down with Dr. Zach Anderson from Winnie Palmer Hospital to demystify the integration of Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in the NICU. Moving beyond the intimidation of complex cardiac scans, Zach explains why starting with "pinch points" like vascular access or bladder volume can revolutionize bedside decision-making. From the SAFER protocol to managing the agitated infant on ECMO, this episode explores how POCUS serves as a powerful problem-solving tool that bridges the gap between clinical mystery and immediate intervention.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

LEADERS 85 Rezistă Europa în fața MAGA? Într-o lume în care centrul politic pare să amuțească, iar extremele devin tot mai zgomotoase, avem nevoie de voci care să apere bunul simț și rigoarea intelectuală. Astăzi, la Interviurile Leaders, avem onoarea de a-l avea invitat pe profesorul Adrian Papahagi. O discuție densă despre supraviețuirea valorilor conservatoare, radiografia fenomenului Trump și viitorul României într-un context geopolitic tot mai fragmentat. 00:03:50 Criza de voce a centrului politic 00:05:45 De ce domină extremele discursul public? 00:09:54 Geneza fenomenului Trump, cauze și efecte 00:13:40 Comunismul în Franța anului 1997 00:16:10 Definiția corectă a conservatorismului 00:19:20 Paradoxul AUR, discurs suveranist pe valori de stânga 00:26:00 Ce înseamnă, de fapt, „secuveranismul"? 00:31:35 Prognoză politică, alegerile din 2028 și 2030 00:35:50 Modelul Bolojan, priorități pentru un premier eficient 00:41:10 Grindeanu și PSD 00:42:30 USR, între radicalism stângist și aroganță 00:46:20 Bilanțul lui Nicușor Dan, calități și performanță 00:52:30 România între ciocan și nicovală, relația cu UE și SUA 01:04:30 Analiza sociologică: „Cei 1000 de ani de acasă" care ne lipsesc 01:09:40 Identitatea europeană și moștenirea popoarelor germanice 01:15:42 Donald Trump prin prisma profesorului Papahagi 01:23:10 Care este cel mai mare risc pe care îl aduce Trump? 01:25:45 Urmează declinul regimului MAGA? 01:31:40 Scenarii de viitor, între optimism și realism dur

Samantha Sobie DNP, APRN, NNP-BC is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Specialist at AngelEye Health. She has over a decade of experience working in NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Units). Samantha's doctoral work focused on assessing health literacy and improving the NICU discharge process. Today, she combines her clinical expertise with digital innovation to support families […] The post Neonatal Teaching: Health Literacy Lessons for Us All (HLOL #269) appeared first on Health Literacy Out Loud Podcast.

Send a textWhat are we actually compressing during neonatal CPR? This week on The Incubator Podcast, Ben and Daphna dive into a provocative echocardiography study out of Edmonton showing that standard chest compressions in newborns likely target the right heart and great vessels — not the left ventricle. A small sample size, but a finding that anyone who ultrasounds hearts all day will instantly recognize.Daphna presents a retrospective multicenter study from Nationwide Children's on antibiotic duration for Gram-negative bloodstream infections in the NICU. Short course (≤8 days) showed no treatment failures — while 14% of infants in the long duration group developed a multi-drug resistant organism infection. Eight days versus ten: does the difference matter? The data says yes.Ben reviews a randomized controlled trial from UAB on early vitamin D supplementation in extremely preterm infants fed human milk. Eight hundred units daily for the first two weeks appears safe and effective at achieving vitamin D sufficiency — but did it move the needle on BPD? And is that even the right question to ask?Daphna brings a QI paper from Levine Children's on universal social determinants of health screening across nine pediatric divisions, achieving 92% compliance and connecting thousands of families to resources through findhelp.org. A reminder that the tools are already there — we just have to use them.The episode wraps with Ben, Daphna, and Eli discussing Colorado's landmark paid NICU leave law — the first in the nation to require employers to provide up to 12 weeks of paid leave for parents with a baby in the NICU. What does the evidence say, and how do we advocate for this in our own states?Science, equity, and advocacy — all in one episode.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send a textIn this episode of Neo News, we break down Colorado's groundbreaking legislation mandating 12 weeks of paid leave for NICU parents—a potential blueprint for national change. We explore the critical intersection of policy, economics, and infant health, discussing why supporting families at the bedside isn't just morally right but economically smart. We also highlight new research from economists like Maya Rossin-Slater and Mariam Khan linking paid leave to reduced neonatal mortality. Plus, find out how you can turn these policy shifts into advocacy tools for your own state. Join us for a concise, high-impact update on the future of NICU care.----Boese, L. (2024, December 18).Why Colorado's paid NICU leave law could spark nationwide trend. HR Executive. **https://hrexecutive.com/why-colorados-paid-nicu-leave-law-could-spark-nationwide-trend/**Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

In this personal episode of Filter Free Friday, Britany shares a raw update on her fertility journey after nine months of trying to conceive her second child.Britany opens up about navigating secondary infertility at 37, fertility testing, IVF decisions, and the emotional weight of the ticking bilogical clock.After experiencing HELLP (a severe form of preeclampsia), an emergency c-section and a NICU stay during her first pregnancy, Britany is no stranger to the pregnancy-related hardships. In this episode, she explores the vulnerability of approaching 40 while balancing career ambitions, family planning and the mental load of preparing for a potential IVF journey. If you're navigating infertility, considering IVF, or feeling the pressure to grow your family in your 30s and 40s, this episode offers perspective, validation and reassurance that you are not alone.As mentioned in the episode:12.2.22 Episode: Perky Nips, The Pill, And Pregnancy - Britany's 2022 announcement of her first pregnancy and her experiences trying to conceive the first timeSIGN UP FOR BRITANY'S NEWSLETTERhttps://britany.myflodesk.com/filterfree ASK BRITANY A QUESTION OR REQUEST A TOPIC https://forms.gle/j9NC3yM5vrdBs8mJ8

We're back, and life got realIt has been the lightest recording stretch the show has had in almost ten years. Adam owns the delay and explains why. Since the last episode, baby Mary arrived very early at around 27 weeks and about two pounds. She was baptized immediately, and there is a question about whether she was also confirmed due to the use of holy oils and the circumstances.A few days after birth, Mary underwent an intense and invasive surgery that lasted more than six hours. The surgeon later said it was the hardest operation he had ever performed. The procedure connected her esophagus to her stomach, and the family is now living the day to day reality of the NICU: small adjustments, constant monitoring, and a careful balance with oxygen, blood pressure, heart rate, and long term risks.The charity that is hard to receiveA theme that keeps surfacing is gratitude, and how hard it can be to receive help when you want to be in control. Adam and David thank listeners for prayers, meals, transportation help, and the quiet generosity that shows up when you least expect it.They give a major shoutout to the Ronald McDonald House, which provided a place for the family to stay near the hospital, along with meals and support that would have been financially impossible otherwise. Adam also mentions friends and patrons who opened their homes and brought food. It is a reminder that “village” is not a cliché when your world turns upside down.Also, in the middle of all this, Adam's son Leo drops a classic kid moment at Mass: during a serious homily he leans over and asks when he will get to meet J.B. Mooney, the professional bull rider. Fatherhood keeps you humble.What they're drinkingDavid brings a bottle from the Scotch Malt Whisky Society featuring Royal Brackla. The tasting notes are ridiculous in the best way, described like “dessert in the workshop,” with custard, toffee chunks, marshmallow, and an unexpected “carpenter's shop” vibe. It even has a hint of iodine that makes David think of Islay, without the heavy peat and smoke.A relic in the hotel roomA priest from the diocese drops off a first class relic of St. Gemma, telling Adam to keep it while the family walks through this trial. Adam and David talk about the reality of having the body of a saint in the room with you, and the comfort that brings, especially when the road ahead is long.Lent and temperance: not a “no,” but a “yes”The episode's main topic is temperance, framed as the Lenten virtue that touches everything. The simple kid definition they love is: temperance is having a healthy amount of everything. Not perfect, but memorable.They push back against the idea that temperance is just restriction. Temperance is not merely refusing the extra piece of cake. It is also the positive ordering of your life so you can say yes to the right things at the right time in the right way: exercise, prayer, rest, work, family presence, joy, celebration.The key theme: virtue is always a yes. The “no” exists to protect the “yes.”St. John Cassian and the “bread” of SodomOne of the most interesting turns comes from St. John Cassian's Institutes. Cassian argues that Sodom's first sin was not the obvious sin people associate with Sodom and Gomorrah. He points to Ezekiel and emphasizes surplus, abundance, and gluttony. Cassian's logic is that the disorder starts low and spreads upward: feed the appetite, then the passions grow louder, the will weakens, and eventually the mind rationalizes what it should never have chosen.They connect this to the common sense link between food appetites and sexual appetites. If you cannot curb the basic, you will struggle to curb the...

Send a textBen and Daphna conclude Journal Club with a quality improvement study from Pediatrics titled "Improving Health-Related Social Needs Screening and Support Across a Pediatric Health Care System". The hosts discuss the successful implementation of universal social determinants of health (SDOH) screening across nine pediatric divisions at Levine Children's. They highlight the impressive results—screening compliance reaching 92%—and the practical impact of connecting families to resources like FindHelp.org, which led to a 56% resolution rate in food insecurity for positive screens. Daphna makes a personal commitment to improve resource accessibility in her own unit.----Improving Health-Related Social Needs Screening and Support Across a Pediatric Health Care System. Laroia R, Minor W, Carr A, Buitrago Mogollon T, White BB, Mabus S, Stilwell L, Ahmed A, Mehta S, Obita T, Reed S, Senturias Y, Mittal S, Horstmann S, Demmer L, Dantuluri K, Chadha A, Noonan L, Courtlandt C.Pediatrics. 2026 Feb 5:e2024070035. doi: 10.1542/peds.2024-070035. Online ahead of print.PMID: 41638605Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

What if the arts weren't just entertainment — but medicine? In this episode, I talk with Dr. Daisy Fancourt, one of the world's most cited scientists and author of Art Cure, about the growing body of research showing that creative engagement — music, dance, visual art — can reduce the risk of depression, slow dementia, help Parkinson's patients maintain motor function, and even slow biological aging. Daisy also shares personal stories, including her own daughter's recovery in the NICU, and practical tips for incorporating the arts into daily life.00:00 — Intro & Pam's personal story: moving to Arkansas and witnessing the lingering divide of a recently desegregated school01:39 — The music class that changed everything: Mrs. Gilbert and the upright piano02:38 — Introducing today's guest, Dr. Daisy Fancourt04:10 — Interview begins04:47 — Why reading Art Cure kept Pam up at night05:34 — "We are a planet of 8 billion artists" — we are all innately creative06:37 — The "seatbelt moment": when art becomes as automatic as putting on the seatbelt in the car08:01 — The many ways art affects our health: wellbeing, prevention, and treatment09:58 — Daisy's background: from professional pianist to professor at UCL11:41 — Arts on prescription and individual stories from the book12:23 — Josh's story: cerebral palsy, magic camp, and the Magic Circle14:32 — Emily's story: how magic gave a shy girl her voice15:27 — Daisy's personal story: singing to her premature daughter in the NICU18:50 — Dance and Parkinson's disease: what the studies show21:29 — How music affects the brain — and slows aging22:51 — Music, language acquisition, and why we sing to babies26:08 — "Spit Girl": Daisy's PhD in psychoneuroimmunology and saliva research29:09 — Drumming circles and the visceral power of rhythm30:32 — Why your favorite genre is the healthiest music for you33:10 — Elevator music, Muzak, and why grocery store playlists keep you shopping35:12 — Threats to arts funding in the UK and US — and the economic case for the arts37:42 — Practical tips for incorporating art into your daily life39:39 — Why art binges don't work — and what does41:04 — Where to find Art Cure and follow Daisy's research42:24 — Closing thoughts: how arts education broke down barriers in schoolFollow Daisy's Work!https://sbbresearch.org/Reach Pam at arthealsallwoundspodcast.com

In this episode, the roles are reversed. Nicole Nyberg steps out from behind the microphone and into the guest seat as she joins Martha Sharkey on the NICU Today Podcast to share the story behind Empowering NICU Parents — and the why that continues to guide her work.What begins as a conversation about Nicole's journey into nursing and the NICU evolves into a deeply personal reflection on what happens when professional knowledge meets lived experience. As a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Nicole believed she truly understood most things about the NICU — until her son, William, was born extremely premature and she found herself on the other side of the isolette.In this honest and reflective conversation, Nicole shares what it was like to navigate the NICU as both a provider and a parent, how that experience reshaped her personally and professionally, and what she came to truly understand about the emotional weight families carry during a NICU stay.This episode explores why family-centered care, parental presence, and meaningful parent education are not optional add-ons, but essential components of care that impact healing, confidence, and long-term outcomes for both babies and families.Whether you are a NICU parent, a clinician, or someone walking alongside families during one of the most vulnerable seasons of their lives, this episode offers perspective, validation, and a powerful reminder that parents matter — and their presence belongs at the bedside.Dr. Brown's Medical: https://www.drbrownsmedical.com  The Infant-Driven Feeding™ (IDF) Program: https://www.infantdrivenfeeding.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 79 Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/episode79  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/36MJjmHThank you for listening to the Empowering NICU Parents Podcast. Be sure to subscribe and leave us a review—it helps other families find us. We're grateful to be part of this incredible community. Visit www.empoweringnicuparents.com for resources and support.

Send a textBen and Daphna review a randomized controlled trial published in The Journal of Pediatrics by Dr. Ariel Salas and colleagues at UAB. The study investigates whether early high-dose vitamin D supplementation (800 IU/day starting day 1) in extremely preterm infants reduces the incidence of Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) compared to standard care (starting day 14). The hosts discuss the physiologic rationale linking vitamin D to lung development, the use of impulse oscillometry to measure lung mechanics, and the secondary findings regarding metabolic bone disease. They explore why the "physiologic rationale" doesn't always translate to clinical significance.----Early Vitamin D Supplementation in Infants Born Extremely Preterm and Fed Human Milk: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Salas AA, Argent T, Jeffcoat S, Tucker M, Ashraf AP, Travers CP.J Pediatr. 2025 Dec;287:114754. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2025.114754. Epub 2025 Jul 24.PMID: 40714046 Clinical Trial.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

It's time for another Mamas Call In episode! Our call-in episodes are some of our favorites because it gives us the chance to hear from this remarkable sisterhood.This month's prompt was: “If you could go back in time and share a word of love with yourself while you were fresh in the NICU, what would you tell her?”From reminders to breathe, to choosing patience, to giving yourself permission to rest, cry, and not have it all figured out, this episode is filled with the words we all needed then… and honestly, still need now.Thank you to each of you who submitted voice memos and reflections! It is such a gift to hear your hearts and to hold space for these important reminders.Our next month's prompt is, “What would you tell a NICU mama who just received a new diagnosis for her baby or NICU grad? What is something you would want her to know?”To call in and share your heart, head to our form here. We'd love to hear from you!To get connected with DNM:Website | Private Facebook Group | InstagramSupport the show

The identical twin boys are finally here — and their arrival was nothing short of wild.In this episode, Hanna shares the full birth story — from finding out they needed to head to the hospital earlier than expected… to the intensity of delivery… to the unexpected breakthroughs that followed.What could have been overwhelming was instead marked by peace, provision, and God's faithfulness in every single detail.You'll hear:- The moment everything shifted and it was time to go- What surprised them most about delivery day- The emotional highs and unknowns of welcoming twins- The miracle of coming home earlier than expected- And how they avoided a NICU stay entirelyHanna also shares honest updates on life as a family of five and what postpartum has really been like in these early days.This story is full of tension, gratitude, and powerful reminders that even when things feel uncertain, God is already ahead of us.If you love real birth stories, raw faith, and seeing how God moves in practical ways — this episode is for you.

In this episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, HeHe is joined by Tracy aka Modern Day Midwife (a hospital-based midwife in Arizona with a NICU background) for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about the realities of modern healthcare. Together, they unpack how the U.S. healthcare system is failing both patients and providers, from provider burnout and lack of mental health support to the pressures of hospital politics, insurance reimbursement, and productivity quotas. They explore the difference between  “Medicine 1.0” (acute care) and “Medicine 2.0” (preventative care, functional medicine, wellness), and how insurance-driven, fee-for-service models often prioritize sick care over true health. The result? Confusing medical bills, rushed care, poor patient experiences, and providers who are stretched thin despite doing deeply meaningful work. HeHe and Tracy dive into the unique challenges facing women's health, maternity care, and birth: over-medicalization, the cascade of interventions, the limits of 10-minute OB-GYN appointments, maternity care deserts, and the need for individualized care, informed consent, and continuity of care. From ACOG guidelines to ever changing evidence and research, they explore possible solutions including a midwifery-led model of care, better transfer systems for home birth and birth center patients, coverage for doulas and health coaching, and shifting consumer demand away from traditional insurance and towards alternatives like health shares.  Tracy shares her exciting vision for an integrated wellness hub that could include midwifery, obstetrics, pelvic floor PT, lactation, chiropractic care, and community-based health supports, and ends by sharing how to connect with her at Premier OB GYN in Phoenix and via Modern Day Midwife online and on Instagram.   00:00 Why Healthcare Breaks Providers 02:24 Burnout and Speaking Up 04:59 Fear and Privilege in Advocacy 07:18 Who Supports Clinicians 12:32 Medicine 1.0 vs Prevention 17:25 Billing Confusion and Fee for Service 19:06 Burn It Down or Reform It 23:55 Disrupting Insurance and Incentives 26:49 Birth Care Needs a New Model 29:36 Preeclampsia Prevention Debate 30:47 Rethinking Maternity Care Roles 32:04 Money in Wellness Care 34:55 Building a One Stop Birth Hub 37:43 Continuity Across Birth Settings 41:45 Evidence Based Medicine Reality Check 47:56 ACOG Guidelines vs Individual Choice 53:23 Demanding Individualized Care 55:11 Rebuilding Healthcare and Provider Support 56:59 Where to Find Tracy 58:15 Closing Thanks and Resources   Guest Bio: Meet Tracy Burns, Board Certified Nurse Midwife. Tracy graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2003 with her bachelor's degree in nursing. After graduation, Tracy spent a year in labor and delivery as a bedside RN and then took a job in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Tracy spent the first 13 years of her career taking care of premature infants and mothers before pursuing her advanced practice career in Women's Health.   Tracy graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2017 with her Master's degree in Midwifery. With a big heart for women, Tracy is an advocate for midwifery care for women and the continuity of care model. Tracy has been an active team player in bringing midwifery services to Banner Estrella and Abrazo West. Tracy is passionate about health and wellness. She believes in using a functional/integrative approach to health promotion/disease prevention through an early introduction to nutrition, exercise, mindfulness, sleep, and community. Tracy is committed to caring for women by collaborating with other like-minded providers who are as committed to changing the way we care for women in America.   Tracy is married and has two teenage daughters. She enjoys Crossfit, hiking, and spending time with family and friends. She is a co-owner of Crossfit Fury, CrossFit Trainer, and BirthFit professional. Tracy and her husband are actively involved in changing maternal and neonatal outcomes globally through Helping Babies and Mothers Survive Campaign.   Connect with Tracy here: Www.moderndaymidwife.com SOCIAL MEDIA: Connect with HeHe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tranquilitybyhehe/  Connect with Tracy on IG: https://www.instagram.com/moderndaymidwife/   BIRTH EDUCATION: Learn how to stay in control of your birth and reduce the risk of unnecessary interventions in our Avoid a C-Section Webinar. HeHe breaks down the cascade of interventions, explains what's really happening in the hospital, and shares practical strategies to protect your birth plan, advocate for yourself, and navigate labor with confidence. Perfect for anyone who wants a positive, informed hospital birth experience: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/csection Feeling nervous about speaking up in labor? Our Scripts for Advocacy give you the exact words to handle the most common conversations that can make or break your birth experience. From declining unnecessary interventions to asking the right questions about procedures, these scripts empower you to stay in control, speak confidently, and protect your birth plan — even when the pressure is on. Think of it as your personal toolkit for advocating like a pro, so you can focus on your baby, not the stress: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/Scripts-for-Advocacy And if you haven't grabbed it yet… Snag my free Pitocin Guide to understand the risks, benefits, and red flags your provider may not be telling you about, so you can make informed, powerful decisions in labor: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/pitocin Join The Birth Lounge for judgment-free, evidence-based childbirth education from HeHe that shows you exactly how to navigate hospital policies, avoid unnecessary interventions, and have a trauma-free labor experience, all while feeling wildly supported every step of the way: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/ Want prep delivered straight to your phone? Download The Birth Lounge App for bite-sized birth and postpartum tools you can use anytime, anywhere: https://www.thebirthlounge.com/app-download-page

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!In this conversation, Allison interviews Selena, a runner and the race director of Run the Rainbow, a multi-distance race event in Jackson, Mississippi that benefits the state's only children's hospital.Selena shares how she began running in her early 30s as a personal goal, progressed from 5Ks to marathons, and grew passionate about the running community.She discusses taking on trail running at longer distances, including a goal sequence with the local Muts Group (Frosty 15, Big Butts 50K, Clear Creek 50K) and an attempt at her first 100-miler (reaching 100K but missing the cutoff), with plans to complete a 100-miler and earn “Big Dog” status this year after a back issue affected her last attempt.Selena explains that Run the Rainbow started after the hospital's former 5K ended during COVID; she expanded it from 5K/10K/half to include a full marathon and a new 50K, with an earlier start option for slower runners and a commitment to supporting participants through the final finisher.She details that all proceeds support children's hospital needs not covered by standard funding, citing examples like patient iPads, specialized playground space, NICU “angel eyes,” transportation gaps, and hopes to add another trained facility dog like "Hollywood."She highlights Run the Rainbow's challenging hills, frequent aid stations and entertainment (including bands and mile-by-mile encouragement), safety planning with Capitol Police, JPD, and campus police, a course feature that includes passing a castle, and an after-party.Selena also describes the event's swag structure (shirts, kid-designed medals, towels, cups, hats/beanies, quarter-zips, and affordable donation-based expo items) and a new educational panel featuring a dietitian (Elizabeth), trainer Megan Cook, and runner Chuck Engle.Selena Daniel - https://www.facebook.com/selena.lockwoodRaces MentionedRun the RainbowFrosty 15Fondren 50kBig Butts 50kClear Creek 50kMamba 100-milerRocket City MarathonShout OutsMuts GroupDina BoylesJames BoerJeremy JunglingRunStrongHollywoodDanaPothole RunnersJackson Run ClubElizabethMegan CookChuck EngleDina BullsSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherSteve TaylorMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkAnna SzymanskiDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseCristy EvansSharonda ShulaNell GustavsonMeredith NationsAllyson SwannChris StrayhornKaren SaldivarStefan ClaytonRachael McRaeScott Thornhill

What happens when a baby arrives at just 24 weeks, and every day feels like a battle between fear and faith? On Faith Fueled Living, host [Your Name] welcomes Ash Ruddy, author of 24 Plus One, who vulnerably shares her raw journey of giving birth extremely prematurely, enduring the NICU rollercoaster, and clinging to God's quiet guidance through uncertainty and waiting. This heartfelt conversation explores trusting God when outcomes are unknown, how fear and faith can coexist, the power of community support, releasing perfectionism in fragile seasons, and discovering a deeper, lived relationship with Christ amid motherhood's hardest trials. Ideal for Christian women 30+ (or those curious about faith) facing pregnancy complications, high-risk journeys, loss, or prolonged waiting—this episode offers real comfort, biblical hope, and courage to see God's miracles in the midst of the storm. Listen now to be reminded that God meets us faithfully in the waiting, turning fear into testimony.Faith grows deepest in uncertainty and trials: Seasons of fear and unknown outcomes, like a preterm birth, often deepen trust in God more than easy times.Trusting God when answers feel distant: Learn to listen for His quiet voice and guidance in the waiting, sustaining hope even when miracles unfold slowly.Fear and faith can coexist in motherhood: It's normal to feel terrified while still choosing to lean on God—He meets us right in that tension.Presence over perfection as a mom: Motherhood in crisis doesn't demand flawless performance; showing up with love and reliance on God is enough.Community carries you through the hardest days: Support from others becomes a tangible expression of God's care during prolonged trials like NICU stays.God meets us in the waiting, crafting miracles: He works faithfully through fragile seasons, turning pain into powerful testimonies of His goodness and redemption.Connect with Ash at https://ashruddy.com/ or on Instagram @theashruddyCheck out Twenty Four + One BookGrab the Rewire Your Mind: From Negativity to Joy- download here.Grab the Joy Rising- Daily Gratitude & Joy Journal here.Download My Free Joyful Living Devotional: https://kristinfitch.com/devotionalReady to take your first step towards a more joyful, faith-filled life? Download our Reignite Your Passion Workbook and start living with purpose today!faith through hardship, NICU faith story, Christian motherhood, miracles and faith, trusting God in uncertainty, motherhood and resilience, faith filled testimonies, Christian parenting podcast, waiting on God, listening to God, women of faith...

Send a textIn this episode of Journal Club, Ben and Daphna review a retrospective cohort study from Pediatrics examining antibiotic duration for uncomplicated Gram-negative bloodstream infections in the NICU. The study, a collaboration between Nationwide Children's Hospital and UT Health San Antonio, compares outcomes between short course (≤8 days) and long course (≥9 days) therapy. The hosts discuss the startling finding that while recurrence rates were similar, the long-duration group had a 14% rate of developing multi-drug resistant (MDR) infections within 90 days, compared to 0% in the short-duration group.----Duration of Antibiotic Therapy for Gram-Negative Bloodstream Infections in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Djordjevich CJ, Magers J, Cantey JB, Prusakov P, Sánchez PJ.J Pediatr. 2026 Jan 17:114993. doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2026.114993. Online ahead of print.PMID: 41554433 Free article.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

In this episode, Alissa returns to the podcast to share what life looks like 8 years after her daughter Anna was stillborn. If you want her full story, go back and listen to Episode #52 — we recorded that one 2.5 years ago, and hearing the evolution between then and now is powerful.  We talk honestly about grief life then vs now, how pain shifts but never disappears, and what it looks like to rebuild identity, perspective, and purpose after loss. Alissa opens up about parenting after stillbirth, navigating layered grief after losing her sister the year before Anna, and the unexpected “gifts” our babies leave behind — even when the journey is brutally hard.  If you're newly walking this path, this episode offers real perspective on how things can change over time… while still honoring the parts that never will. And if you're wondering how to keep your baby present as the years move forward, her insight is deeply grounding.  Alissa has always been incredibly transparent, and I'm so grateful our paths crossed early in my own journey.

Send a textIn this episode of Journal Club, Ben and Daphna review a thought-provoking study from the Archives of Disease in Childhood titled "Chest Compression in Newborn Infants: What Anatomical Structures Are We Compressing?". The hosts explore the anatomical findings suggesting that current neonatal CPR guidelines—recommending compressions over the lower third of the sternum—may actually be targeting the right ventricle and great veins rather than the left ventricle. They discuss the implications for the "cardiac pump" vs. "thoracic pump" theories and what this means for the future of resuscitation guidelines.----Chest compression in newborn infants: what anatomical structures are we compressing? Chua CT, O'Reilly M, Surak A, Schmölzer GM.Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed. 2026 Jan 16:fetalneonatal-2025-329582. doi: 10.1136/archdischild-2025-329582. Online ahead of print.PMID: 41545184Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Donald și cu CCR, asta da victorie? Ne-ați certat că am exagerat episodul trecut, așa că astăzi trecem direct la „asfaltul" încins al politicii mari. Înainte de a intra în subiectele zilei, o recomandare obligatorie: documentarul „A dinasztia" (The Dynasty), despre realitățile de la vecinii maghiari. O lecție utilă pentru oricine vrea să înțeleagă jocurile de putere din regiune. În ediția de azi: Vizita lui Nicușor Dan la Washington Radu Naum descrie vizita într-o notă critică, de la imaginea de „Tintin en Amérique", până la secvența umilitoare în care președintele nostru este tras la o parte după strângerea de mână cu Trump și apelat greșit cu titlul de „prim-ministru". De cealaltă parte, Cătălin Striblea crede că în diplomație „lucrezi cu ce ai". Pentru Nicușor, parteneriatul strategic cu SUA primează în fața oricărei politețuri, misiunea lui fiind una triplă și vitală: să țină Rusia la distanță, să asigure apărarea americană și să securizeze banii europeni. Coaliția și „lovitura" CCR Analizăm cum mai funcționează (sau nu) coaliția de guvernare și ce înseamnă, de fapt, ultima decizie a Curții Constituționale pentru stabilitatea politică. Este o victorie reală sau doar o amânare a inevitabilului?

Shoot us a Text.Today on the show, Chris Reeves joins Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier (with a brief appearance by Producer Nathan Southwick).After they remind Nathan of how many days are in February, they get into the story of how the West Herr Automotive group recently served a mathematically unlikely family: quintuplets. A family of nine, suddenly trying to answer one simple, real-world question: “How do we fit everybody?”So West Herr stepped in with a 2026 Chevrolet Suburban and took “transportation” off the list of things a mom with five babies in the NICU should have to solve alone.That's the thing we'll keep reminding the world about: dealers don't just sell cars.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

EP:180 In this episode of Thrive Like a Parent, I sit down with my dear friend, mentor, and neighbor Amy Jo Martin — New York Times bestselling author, founder of Renegade Global, and host of the Why Not Now? podcast — for a powerful conversation about entrepreneurship, burnout recovery, nervous system regulation, motherhood, and how AI may actually improve our quality of life. We share the modern way we met — sliding into each other's DMs during our NICU seasons — and how that moment led to us living on the same street and working together inside her elite community of senior-level women, Renegade. I share my own Why Not Now? moment — the season when my husband Jonathan was struggling, I was overwhelmed by caregiving and motherhood, and I committed to 10,000 steps a day for three months, a simple decision that transformed my mental health, nervous system, and sense of self. Amy Jo then shares her defining Why Not Now? moment — breaking every corporate rule by taking an elevator ride to the Phoenix Suns locker room to teach Shaquille O'Neal how to tweet — launching her career in entrepreneurship, leadership, and global brand partnerships, including working with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. From there, we dive deep into: ▶ Burnout recovery & nervous system regulation ▶ The hidden cost of hustle culture ▶ Entrepreneurship, leadership & redefining success ▶ High performance without self-abandonment ▶ AI, mental health & quality of life ▶ Conscious productivity & emotional regulation ▶ Motherhood, identity shifts & life transitions   WHY YOU SHOULD WATCH   This episode is for you if: ✔ You're an entrepreneur, leader, or high achiever feeling burned out ✔ You're a parent overwhelmed by stress and mental load ✔ You're questioning hustle culture and craving balance ✔ You're curious (or uneasy) about AI and the future of work ✔ You want success without sacrificing mental health This conversation will give you language, clarity, and grounded tools to slow down, regulate your nervous system, and still honor your ambition.   CONNECT & RESOURCES Follow Brooke on Instagram: @brookeweinst Explore programs & resources: www.drbrookeweinstein.com Connect with Amy Jo Martin: amyjomartin.com Listen to the Why Not Now? Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RbTVORGOUVIcw1ftMajwu?si=c8915a9a0d684b61   SUBSCRIBE + SUPPORT

Send a textDr. Sheri Fink, Pulitzer Prize-winning correspondent for The New York Times and author of Five Days at Memorial, joins us for a compelling discussion on the ethics of survival. Dr. Fink, an MD-PhD, discusses her recent article "Noah is Still Here," which chronicles one family's journey with Trisomy 18—a condition once universally deemed incompatible with life. She and Eli explore the shifting paradigms of care, the tension between medical prognosis and parental hope, and the "two truths" clinicians must hold when counseling families in the grey zone. A must-listen for anyone navigating complex bioethics in the NICU. Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Allison Champ is a mama of three and a VBAC Link Certified VBAC Doula serving families in the Dayton, Ohio area. Her first birth was an induced, epidural vaginal delivery with a premature manual removal of the placenta, which required a uterine scraping procedure. Allison, Lily & Paige chat about that third stage of labor and what is/isn't evidence based. Her second pregnancy began as a planned home birth but changed after a 20-week placenta previa diagnosis. Following multiple significant bleeds, she delivered by cesarean at 34 weeks, where placenta accreta was discovered. Allison walks us through what accreta is and what her doctor did to save her from having a hysterectomy. Her baby spent one week in the NICU and Allison shares how tough it was to not be able to go home to her toddler due to COVID.  For her third pregnancy, Allison planned a home birth (HBAC) with co-care. She had a fast labor, a surprise gender (boy!), and a shoulder dystocia that was smoothly resolved by her team. Her girls were right by her side taking pictures with their Polaroid cameras and cheering their mama on. Allison wraps up her episode by saying how each of her very different births have made her a better doula. She is thankful that the tough moments have helped her savor the sweet ones even more.Keywords: induction, cesarean, NICU, VBAC prep, co-care, placenta accreta, placenta previa, advocacy, third stage management Allison's Doula WebsiteVBAC Certified Doula FinderThe VBAC Link Supportive Provider ListThe Ultimate VBAC Prep Course for ParentsOnline VBAC Doula TrainingSubmit Your VBAC/CBAC StorySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vbac-link/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Erdei is a triple board certified physician (neonatology, pediatrics, and developmental-behavioral pediatrics!) who talks us through high risk infant clinic! There is no one-size-fits-all approach to NICU follow-up, so Dr. Erdei draws on her years of experience to share the set-up of her own clinic. We talk about common challenges like evaluating adequate growth, preterm formulas/fortifiers, feeding intolerance, neurodevelopmental assessments and her expert advice for helping babies thrive in their family unit once they go home!

#919. This episode is a full-circle moment in every sense!A few years ago, Blaire Frey came on Off The Vine asking for a boyfriend and Kaitlyn fully committed to her matchmaking era. What started as a fun segment called The Blairette turned into a real love story… one that changed Blaire's life in ways no one could have predicted!!!In this conversation, Kaitlyn, Blaire, Luke ( and a very special appearance from baby Dawson) look back on how it all began, then fast-forward through the moments that reshaped everything: marriage, motherhood, an early NICU journey, loss, gratitude, and the identity shifts that come with growing up in real time.This is the update you've all been asking for! An episode that reminds you life doesn't always go according to plan — but sometimes it gives you something even better!If you're LOVING this podcast, please follow and leave a rating and review below! PLUS, FOLLOW OUR PODCAST INSTAGRAM HERE!Thank you to our Sponsor! Check out this AMAZING deal!Covergirl: Go the distance with COVERGIRL's new Eye Enhancer Wrap Tubing Mascara for a lash extension effect. Shop at your nearest retailer now. Only from Easy, Breezy, Beautiful COVERGIRL.comEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: (6:20) The birth of The Blairette — asking for a boyfriend, the five F's, and how a fun segment turned into something very real!!(15:15) Luke & Blaire's proposal story.(22:40) Dawson's early arrival — navigating an unexpected NICU journey and all the emotions that came with it.(25:00) Grief and gratitude — losing their beloved dog, Waffle(47:19) When content doesn't perform — comparison, pressure, and being your own worst critic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.