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Send us a textIn this episode of Beyond the Beeps, Leah discusses the journey of NICU families, focusing on gastroschisis, a condition where a baby's intestines are outside the body at birth. Ruby Bacardi shares her personal experience with her son Oliver, who was born with gastroschisis and spent three months in the NICU. The conversation explores the emotional challenges, medical insights, and the importance of support for families navigating this journey. Dr. Daphna Yasova Barbeau provides medical perspectives, while Ruby emphasizes the significance of cherishing small victories and finding hope amidst uncertainty.As 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 episode, we sit down with Sarah Hogan, a courageous NICU mom and military spouse, whose story embodies the truth that the NICU is a marathon, not a sprint. Sarah shares her high-risk pregnancy and the traumatic sequence of events that led to her daughter Sadie's premature birth at 28 weeks—beginning with a seizure while driving with her sons and her husband deployed on a submarine.Sarah vulnerably walks us through the emotional weight of parenting two young boys during a months-long NICU stay, navigating a four-hour daily commute, and adapting to life after Sadie's multiple surgeries, including a G-tube placement. From delayed bonding to the strength of community and the complexity of military family life, Sarah's journey is one of healing and hope.As you listen, we hope you feel reminded that even in the chaos and constant adaptation of the NICU journey, you are not alone—and it's okay if your story looks different than you expected.To listen, you can find us on iTunes , Spotify, or by clicking the link below!To get connected with DNM:Website | Private Facebook Group | InstagramSupport the showSupport the show

From hummingbirds to heated opinions on grilling, Kail and Becky are deep in their lesbian merch and even deeper in conversation this week. They talk everything from syncing periods and sleeping in separate bedrooms to stamp collections, skincare routines & Botox confessions. Becky opens up about her emotional pregnancy journey, her podcast For the Hayters, and finding beauty in raw, real stories; including grief, NICU journeys, and eating disorders.The two also dive into a listener-submitted “Is It Karma or Is It Chaos?” about a baby daddy's ex-wife making TikToks at a wedding chaotic or just content creation?Get your merch at kaillowry.comTo submit a Is It Karma Or Is It Chaos story email us at info@karmachaospodcast.comFor full videos head to patreon.com/kaillowry Follow Becky at Hayter25 and subscribe to For The HaytersThank you for supporting our show by checking out our sponsors!Tempo: Tempo is offering our listeners 60% your first box! Go to tempomeals.com/karmaEveryday Dose: Get 45% off your first subscription order of 30-servings of Coffee+ or Bold+ You'll also receive a starter kit with over $100 in free gifts including a rechargeable frother and gunmetal serving spoon by going to everydaydose.com/KARMA or entering KARMA at checkout. You'll also get FREE gifts throughout the year!OPositiv: take proactive care of your vaginal health head to opositiv.com/karmaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

00:00 - Good Morning02:36 - Emails06:43 - MDYsponsor.com09:45 - Emails10:39 - Amud Aleph18:24 - Guests19:10 - Amud Aleph Con.40:15 - Amud Beis55:58 - Have a Wonderful Day!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius----Monthly Sponsors:לע״נ זכריה בן משה, לע״נ חיה בת יוסףParnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana LeahMoshe Aron & Miriam Landy: For the hatzlacha of all our childrenActualEyes: IHO David (Duvie) Merkin of Eastern Union and all Silver Spring daffersEli Dyckman:For the Refuah sheleimah of תינוק בן רבקה and רבקה בת גילה----Sponsor of the Week:Dov Eisenberger: In honor of the members of Chaverim of Bergen County, teamwork makes the dream workAnonymous:לעילוי נשמת מיטל נעמי בת ראובן a mother of 13 who was just נפטרת on י״ג איירAnonymous:התינוק אדיר רונן בן אילנה שרה, בזכות החזקת לומדי הדף יזכה מהרה לרפואה שלימה מן הקב״ה----Sponsor of the Day:Anonymous: An increase in parnassa to buy a home near the shul he learns inAri Chaimowitz WHAT A DAY: In honor of my first dafaversary הודו להשםMordechai Sapoznick: Lzaicher Nishmas his uncle, Danny Silber, R' Boruch Daniel z"l ben ybl"c R' Zev Levi Hakohein נ"י May his neshama have an aliyah. May he be a meiletz yosher for his wife, Sirena, his children including his new daughter-in-law, his parents, the entire mishpacha and all of Klal Yisroel!Ilan Davidovici: Hakores Hatov for an amazing week together (and for getting my name right :)Shmuel Holzman: For the Refuah Shleima for תינוק בן שירה who is in the NICU and his mother שירה בת רות מסדה----MDY Kids Monthly:Kidnovations: Zechus for Fishel, Elchanan, Akiva  |  Rivky & Mrs Stefansky----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכהFor a zechus for Reb Eli and the whole MDY staff to continue to make Torah so enjoyable for so many In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin & Makkos with Reb Eli ♥Adar Global: (Still!) Experts in International Financial ServicesAnonymous: In honor of the tzadik whose name we cannot say who shows us what is means to be a giver and tzadik________________________________

Salutare și bine ați (re)venit la o nouă ediție Baricade, podcastul cu două gaze: Cătălin Striblea și Radu Naum. Cum sunteți acum, v-ați mai așezat după tumultul ultimelor luni? Pare că am început să ne revenim după intensitatea zilelor pe care le-am trăit înaintea alegerilor prezidențiale și trecem la treabă, nu-i așa? Și pentru că l-am citat pe președintele ales, în acest episod ce întrebăm dacă Nicușor ne-a salvat sau e vorba doar de o amânare? Așteptăm părerile voastre în comentarii. Și rezolvarea problemei enunțată de Radu Naum, desigur. Mulțumim că ne urmăriți. 03:04 Simion și vorbele grele la adresa votanților lui Nicușor Dan 10:45 Pledoaria lui Cătălin Striblea 15:00 Perfuzia de la Uniunea Europeană 16:14 Perspectiva clară a salvării 20:30 Tandemul Nicușor Dan - Ilie Bolojan 28:50 Ultimul glonț tras de actuala clasă politică 35:50 Comunicarea cu oamenii 44:50 Rusia, ventilator de rahat 58:05 Pot domnii Dan și Biolojan să rezolve lipsa de empatie a românilor? 1:02:43 Dacă zâmbim avem mai multe șanse să ne fie mai bine 1:10:40 Problema lui Naum

Send us a textThe new normal: parental use of online health communities in the NICU.Adams SY, Tucker R, Lechner BE.Pediatr Res. 2022 Jun;91(7):1827-1833. doi: 10.1038/s41390-021-01684-3. Epub 2021 Aug 17.PMID: 34404928As 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 us a textIn this week's Journal Club, Ben and Daphna unpack a wide range of recent neonatal studies with pragmatic, practice-centered discussion. First, they explore a study on low-dose dexamethasone for BPD in preterm infants, showing potential benefits in brain development and motor outcomes—despite ongoing concerns about long-term effects. Next, they discuss a large dataset analysis of oxygen and respiratory support trajectories in extremely preterm infants, offering real-world FiO2 trends and benchmarks that may help frame clinical decisions and counseling.They also examine the diagnostic limits of consumer-grade pulse oximeters, like the Owlet, comparing their accuracy to hospital-grade monitors—raising real concerns about missed events. A safe sleep initiative study offers evidence that modeling and education during birth hospitalization can improve post-discharge sleep practices, especially across different demographic groups. Finally, they review parent engagement with NICU-focused online health communities, identifying both the benefits and potential friction these platforms create in team-family communication.From cerebral oxygenation during kangaroo care to the use of enemas in ELBW infants, this episode covers it all—with a focus on what clinicians can take back to the bedside.Listen in and join the conversation.  As 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, Jake Biscoglio, President of Commercial Business at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, discusses the organization's expanded partnership with Progeny Health to support families for a full year after NICU discharge. He shares personal insights and industry strategies to improve outcomes through comprehensive, family-centered care.

Send us a textToday we are joined by Dr Radhika Madali, who is a third year NICU fellow from Children's Hospital at Montefiore, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY. We talked about the QI efforts that she took during her fellowship in implementing faster enteral feed advancement and early fortification in a level IV neonatal intensive care unit. She shared the multidisciplinary experience that she developed with this project and also appreciates the support and mentorship she received. Radhika also shared insights on other projects that she got involved in- notably investigating the impact of glycemic variability on treatment-requiring ROP. She shared about her experience being a representative to the Fellowship Recruitment Action Team (FRAT) from the AAP Section on Pediatric Training. As 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 of the MamasteFit Podcast, Birth Story Friday, Mikala shares her experience of a planned home birth that necessitated a hospital transfer due to her baby's elevated heart rate. Mikala discusses her extensive preparation for an unmedicated home birth, her quick labor progression, and the challenging decision to transfer to a hospital. Despite the hospital transfer and some minor frictions, Mikala's story emphasizes the importance of preparation, flexibility, and surrendering to the process of birth. The episode also highlights the significance of creating comprehensive birth plans, being well-informed, and having support systems like doulas. Tune in for insights on navigating unexpected birth experiences and maintaining a positive outlook!00:00 Introduction to Birth Story Friday01:16 Meet Mikala: Preparing for a Home Birth06:00 The Unexpected Turn: Hospital Transfer13:21 Labor and Delivery at the Hospital24:42 Post-Birth Reflections and Advice36:52 Conclusion and ResourcesOther episodes about choosing your birth team/location:102: Empowering Birth: Insights from OB/GYN Nicole Rankins: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/yWJX1Dt3zTb93: How to Choose Your Birth Team for an Empowering Birth: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/bWYaf9D3zTb71: Community Birth: Giving Birth Outside of a Hospital Setting: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7GTCoK60mqTGYRqyY1oLyc?si=gwpRPprQQgipF-PymysNgA55: Birth Planning Tips from Labor & Delivery Nurse and Doula: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/lKE6f2T3zTb

In this week's Listener Series episode of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast, Arianne courageously shares her story of navigating a traumatic birth, a devastating postpartum complication, and the aftermath of nearly losing her life.After an otherwise healthy pregnancy, Arianne went into labor at 34 weeks following a sudden and severe bleeding episode. What unfolded was a cascade of medical emergencies, including an emergency C-section, high blood pressure that was dangerously overlooked, and a second hospitalization for postpartum preeclampsia, all while parenting a NICU baby and moving into a new home.As a Black woman, Arianne's experience is a powerful and heartbreaking illustration of how maternal health disparities and gaps in care persist, and how community, vigilance, and one life-saving nurse's comment changed the trajectory of her story.In this episode, you'll hear about:

Invitatul acestui episod este Gabriel Biriș, avocat de drept fiscal, care a fost în guvernele României și posibil să mai fie. Veți urmări cea mai tare discuție despre taxe care s-a purtat vreodată în România la un podcast, pe înțelesul tuturor. Veți afla lucruri care o să vă dea de gândit și punctăm lucrurile greșite care se întâmplă în prezent, dar căutăm și soluțiile simple astfel încât să nu ne sufocăm în taxare. 07:20 Următorul ministru al finanțelor? 11:15 Taxe pe contractul social 16:00 Impozitare în funcție de câștig 22:13 Modelul bulgăresc. Sunt bulgarii mai deștepți ca noi?  29:30 Pensii + salarii + dobânzi = bugetul României. Model catastrofal. 43:00 Maximizarea profitului rămâne un obiectiv 49:00 Unde dispare TVA-ul 53:20 Ce înseamnă taxarea inversă 56:21 Corupție la nivel foarte înalt 1:07:28 Cât ar putea crește TVA-ul? 1:25:22 E-Factura a devenit o povară pentru contabili 1:31:04 Crimă împotriva antreprenorilor români 1:42:06 Stabilitatea cursului valutar 1:55:26 Soluții

  In this Q&A episode, Dr. Rebecca Dekker answers questions submitted by EBB Pro Members—each exploring a different facet of evidence-based maternity care.   First, she explores the latest evidence on early induction for gestational hypertension, including findings from the WILL trial and other recent studies. What are the real risks and benefits of inducing labor at 37 or 38 weeks for gestational hypertension? And how should families weigh these decisions with their providers?   Next, Dr. Dekker shares new insights into the effectiveness of acupuncture and acupressure for labor pain, anxiety, and Cesarean recovery. From systematic reviews to randomized trials, the data is growing!   Finally, she looks into the evidence on interpregnancy intervals. What does the research say about the risks associated with short or long gaps between pregnancies? And how might this information apply to those who are pregnant again after a five-year or more break?   (00:00) Intro to Mini Q&A and EBB Pro Membership (02:17) Early Induction for Gestational Hypertension – What the Research Says (06:20) WILL Trial Findings and Recommendations from ACOG and NICE (08:23) Outcomes at 37 vs. 38 Weeks – Cesareans, NICU, and Respiratory Distress (10:15) Balancing Induction Timing and Risks of Continuing Pregnancy (11:03) Acupuncture and Acupressure – New Research and Applications (12:41) Studies on Pain, Anxiety, and Nausea During Labor and Cesareans (14:46) Acupuncture and Cesarean Recovery – Mobility and Pain Management (16:54) Interpregnancy Intervals – Definitions and Research Challenges (19:39) Risks of Short and Long Pregnancy Spacing (23:22) Global Perspectives and Meta-Analysis on Birth Outcomes (26:49) Public Health Implications and Final Thoughts   View the full list of resources and references on ebbirth.com.   For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

In this episode, we sit down with Angela Fritz, a board-certified pediatric physical therapist with a passion for infant development. Angela brings her expertise working in the NICU and shares valuable insights on supporting babies from the very beginning—especially those who've spent time in the NICU.We dive into:The role of physical therapy in the NICUTummy time and developmental milestone tips for infants (including NICU grads)The importance of positioning for developmentPrimitive reflexes and how they influence early movementPractical advice for parents and caregiversWhether you're a therapist, parent, or caregiver, you'll come away with actionable tips and a deeper understanding of the early building blocks of development.Angela Fritz, PT, DPT, PCS is a board-certified pediatric physical therapist who specializes in infant development. She received her doctorate degree in physical therapy (DPT) from the University of Washington (Go Dawgs!) and has worked with infants and children ever since! Angela just recently moved to Boise, ID and works in the NICU and NICU follow up at St Luke's Children's Hospital, but was trained in neonatal therapy at Seattle Children's Hospital. Though her passion lies with infants, Angela has experience working with children 0-18 years of age. She is passionate about celebrating the unique spark in each and every baby, and believes that empowering parents to advocate for, engage with, and support their baby is the best way to foster lifelong success. Angela was also born with hearing loss and is passionate about disability awareness, inclusion, and justice and making healthcare more accessible for all!LINKSVisit Angela's Website - https://www.bebe-pt.com/servicesWe'd love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form - https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3 All Things Sensory Podcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/allthingssensorypodcast/Harkla Website https://harkla.co/Harkla YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/HarklaFamilyHarkla Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/harkla_family/

Send us a textIn this episode of At The Bench, Drs. Misty Good and Betsy Crouch speak with Dr. Stephanie Gaw, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist at UCSF, about her path to becoming a physician-scientist and her translational research on placental infections. Dr. Gaw shares how early lab experiences, time in the Peace Corps, and a pivot from infectious disease to OB-GYN shaped her focus on maternal immunity and global health.The conversation covers Dr. Gaw's work on sepsis in pregnancy, COVID-19 and RSV vaccine responses, and congenital infections like syphilis. She also discusses her approach to building and managing a large placental biorepository, and the importance of thoughtful sample collection for reliable research outcomes. The episode includes practical insights on balancing clinical duties with research, the benefits of peer mentorship, and how clinical observations can drive lab-based investigation.This discussion offers a clear look into the realities and rewards of bridging bedside observations with bench research in maternal-fetal medicine. It's a valuable listen for early-career physician-scientists and anyone interested in the complexities of immunology, placental biology, and perinatal infection.As 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!

Elizabeth's free birth story includes surprises and grief so entwined with one another that they are inseparable. Be ready to smile with delight and cry with each twist and turn in her story. As Elizabeth wrote when she applied to be a guest, “It is honestly a wild story that is heartbreaking but also beautiful and full of God's handiwork. A story of how God can use the worst circumstances for good.”I Thessalonians 4:13We ran out of time while we were recording, but Elizabeth wanted to add this detail as a finishing thought:“We didn't get into everything with Lilli which is fine but I wanted to share that she did get to go be with Hugh. We had them lying together in his NICU bassinet as much as possible. And they were baptized together in the hospital, and it was a beautiful mini service, we sang a hymn and everything which I wasn't expecting at all, but the pastor who came was great.”BIRTH STORY DISCLAIMER:The choices, beliefs and opinions of the mamas sharing their stories are as individual as the storyteller herself and do not necessarily reflect the beliefs or recommended choices of Lauren and/or Brooke.Connect:Email us to say hi: holywildbirth@gmail.comPut in a request for future topics and/or submit a question for future Q&A episodes: Fill out the formApply to tell your birth story on the podcast: http://sisterbirth.com/podcast-guestBecome a holy, wild birthkeeper with us inside Hearthmother JourneyHang out with us in our private community (off Facebook): https://anointed-birth.mn.co/From Lauren:InstagramMidwifery consults: Email  rootedinedenpma@gmail.com From Brooke:Trust God, Trust Birth Workshop - a 5-part high-level roadmap to a confident home birth (pay what you can)Faith-Filled Home Birth Workshop - a free, 3-part video series delivered to your inboxEmbrace Birth Journey - comprehensive and holistic faith-based home birth preparation (courses + private community)

It's Tuesday, May 20th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Fulani Muslim killed 15 unarmed Nigerian Christians On Saturday, May 17th, armed Fulani Muslim militia opened fire on Agatu Christians in Benue State, Nigeria, killing 15 unarmed men. Throughout that North Central region, the Fulani have also killed 159 Christian residents over the last 40 days, according to TruthNigeria.com.   Pray for Christians in Nigeria, suffering the most severe violence in the world today. Romania turns left after election interference On Sunday, Romania has taken the centrist-left position with the election of a new president named Nicușor Dan. Dan is supportive of Romania's participation in the European Union, and has made moves to approve the homosexual/transgender movement in his country. The more conservative candidate, George-Nicolae Simion, lost the election in a vote of 54% to 46%. Romania is the second largest Eastern European country by population.  The mainstream media is interpreting this election as an international rejection of the Trump agenda.  The back story is that Călin Georgescu, the conservative in the first round of the Romanian presidential election last December, garnered the most votes among the six presidential candidates at that time. After his opponents claimed that Russia had influenced the election through TikTok accounts, Romanian government officials detained Georgescu, canceled that election, and re-set it for May 18th.  Tens of thousands of Romanians protested in the streets back in March. At the time, Elon Musk said, “They just arrested the person who won the most votes in the Romanian presidential election. This is messed up.” Most and least benevolent countries According to this year's Gallup World Happiness Report, the most benevolent countries in the world, judged by donations and volunteer hours, are Indonesia, the United States, Kenya, Gambia, United Arab Emirates, Ireland, Canada, and New Zealand. The least benevolent countries are Afghanistan, Yemen, Egypt, Jordan, and Morocco.  Biden announces advanced prostate cancer Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, reports CBS News. On Sunday, President Trump posted on social media that he and First Lady Melania Trump are "saddened to hear about Joe Biden's recent medical diagnosis." Appearing on MSNBC's “Morning Joe” on Monday, former Obama health advisor Dr. Zeke Emanuel said the cancer is so advanced, he has had it for many years. SCARBOROUGH: “Doesn't it take some time for prostate cancer to develop to a point where it would spread to the bones?” EMANUEL: “He's had this for many years, maybe even a decade, growing there and spreading.” Dr. Emanuel explained how serious Biden's prostate cancer truly is. EMANUEL: “That Gleason score, that score is from 2 up to 10, and he's at a 9. That means that the cancer doesn't look normal. It looks very abnormal.” Appearing on Fox News with Jesse Waters, talk show host Hugh Hewitt was incredulous. HEWITT: “This is the fourth time, in a little over 100 years, that a Democratic president -- Woodrow Wilson, FDR, John F. Kennedy and now Joe Biden, have hidden crucial details about their health as Commander-in-Chief from the American people. Ronald Reagan did not do that. “And it just astonishes me that in a free republic, we have to worry about our leaders telling us whether they're healthy or not.” Supremes allows Trump to revoke protection for thousands of illegal Venezuelans On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling allowing the Trump administration to deport 350,000 Venezuelans who are presently living in the U.S. on what they call a “humanitarian parole,” reports NBC News. Christian camp sues over foolish transgender mandates The State of Colorado is threatening to shut down a Christian Camp called Idrahaje -- short for “I'd Rather Have Jesus.” The Colorado Department of Early Childhood has refused to grant the camp a religious exemption concerning its transgender policies. This would require the camp to allow boys, pretending to be girls, to sleep, shower, and dress with female campers. The camp has sued the state, with representation from Alliance Defending Freedom. The camp disciples 2,500 to 3,000 students each year with the mission to “win souls to Jesus Christ through the spreading of the Gospel.”  Camp Idrahaje has complied with all regulations until this year when the Colorado government officials released new gender identity rules that became effective on February 14, 2025. 96% of atheists embrace homosexual/transgender agenda The most likely group in America to support the homosexual/transgender agenda are atheists with 96% professing support.  By contrast, 70% of white Evangelical Protestants oppose the lifestyle. Psalm 14:1 describes the atheist this way: "The fool has said in his heart, there is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works.” Mother loses right to disciple daughter Liberty Counsel is defending a mother in the state of Maine who has lost the right to guide the religious upbringing of her 11-year-old girl in a custody case.  This includes taking her daughter to Calvary Chapel services on Sunday.   A state district judge has ruled against the mother, citing “The ‘fear mongering,' paranoia, and anxiety taught by Calvary Chapel has, more likely than not, already had an impact on [the daughter's] childhood development.”   Expert testimony concluded that Calvary Chapel is a cult, the church's pastor a “charismatic” speaker, who spoke “authoritatively” in his messages, and that he asserted his messages were objective truth.   Liberty Counsel is appealing the case to the Maine Supreme Court. They still persecute people who preach about Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 2:14-16 says, “For you also suffered the same things from your own countrymen, just as they did from the Judeans, who killed both the Lord Jesus and their own prophets, and have persecuted us; and they do not please God and are contrary to all men, forbidding us to speak to the Gentiles that they may be saved, so as always to fill up the measure of their sins; but wrath has come upon them to the uttermost.” Housing prices sag Since June 2022, housing prices are sagging in some metro areas around the U.S. — 22.8% in the Austin market, 9.9% in the Phoenix market, 9.2% in the San Francisco market, 9.1% in the San Antonio Market, 7.3% in the Denver market, and 6.7% in the Dallas Market. The Consumer Price Index has also risen about 10% over that period of time. Moody's downgraded America's financial rating And finally, in a year-over-year comparison, the U.S. government is still breaking records for fiscal expenditures running 10% over Fiscal Year 2024. Moody's has downgraded the U.S. as a long-term issuer of bonds by one notch, ending a perfect rating for America over the last 108 years.  No longer does the U.S, government get a Aaa rating, the highest level available. Now, it's an Aa1. Moody's noted that the downgrade "reflects the increase over more than a decade in government debt and interest payment ratios to levels that are significantly higher than similarly rated sovereigns.” The rating organization added that: “Successive U.S. administrations and Congress have failed to agree on measures to reverse the trend of large annual fiscal deficits and growing interest costs.”   Another independent rating service, named Fitch, downgraded the United States in 2023.  Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, May 20th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Vysocí představitelé Evropské unie si nebývale pospíšili s radostnými blahopřáními pro liberálního starostu Bukurešti Nicušora Dana, který byl v neděli zvolený rumunským prezidentem, a to velmi přesvědčivě, s více než 54 procenty odevzdaných hlasů.

Perinatal mental health is often overlooked, yet it plays a crucial role in the well-being of families during a vulnerable time. Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Celeste Poe, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University, as we delve into the hidden challenges faced by parents during the perinatal period. Explore the emotional complexities of NICU journeys, the importance of fostering attachment despite physical barriers, and the often-neglected mental health needs of fathers and non-birth partners. Learn strategies for integrating trauma-informed care in high-stress environments, shedding light on how we can better support families during this critical time. Read Transcript CME Information: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/medcastepisode105 Claim CE: https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/Form.aspx?FormID=3351

As many as three European countries voted over the weekend — with far-reaching consequences for the continent's political future. In Romania, the pro-European candidate Nicușor Dan prevailed. In Poland a runoff election between liberal Rafal Trzaskowski and national conservative Karol Nawrocki will decide the future. And in Portugal, despite the election victory of the centre-right party, there is once again the threat of an unstable government, while the far-right Chega Party is making massive gains. - Gleich drei europäische Länder haben am Wochenende gewählt – mit weitreichenden Konsequenzen für die politische Zukunft des Kontinents. In Rumänien setzte sich der pro-europäische Kandidat Nicușor Dan durch. In Polen läuft es auf eine Stichwahl zwischen dem liberalen Rafal Trzaskowski und dem nationalkonservativen Karol Nawrocki hinaus. Und in Portugal droht trotz Wahlsieg der Mitte-rechts-Partei erneut eine instabile Regierung, während die rechtsextreme Chega-Partei massiv zulegt.

Joe Biden is diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer, Nicușor Dan wins Romania's presidential runoff, Trump and Putin hold a two-hour call, The UK and EU strike a post-Brexit reset deal, Israel allows limited aid into Gaza, Trump's tax bill advances after a late-night budget vote, J.D. Vance, Giorgia Meloni and Ursula Von der Leyen hold trade talks in Rome, Wall Street futures slide after Moody's downgrades the U.S., At least three are killed in a blast targeting a police station in Syria, New RSV vaccines are found to have cut infant hospitalizations by up to 71%, and France announces plans to build a supermax prison in the jungle of French Guiana. Sources: www.verity.news

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on breaking news out of Romania, where far-right candidate George Simion—who modeled himself after Trump and the MAGA movement—suffered a shocking defeat to centrist candidate Nicușor Dan. Relief Band: Get up to 20% OFF plus FREE Shipping when you go to https://ReliefBand.com and use Promo Code: MEIDAS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jess Daigle, a board-certified pediatrician and NICU hospitalist with over a decade of experience caring for newborns and their families. Dr. Daigle shares her journey into medicine and her passion for supporting NICU moms—especially moms of color—through the emotional and mental challenges of the postpartum experience. We'll discuss the unique struggles NICU parents face, practical ways to stay organized, and how family and friends can offer meaningful support. Plus, Dr. Daigle shares her own strategies for staying organized and how you can connect with her for guidance and resources. Tune in for an insightful and heartfelt conversation! Connect with Dr. Jess Daigle: Website: https://www.momandmemd.com/signup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momandme_md/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jessdaiglemd LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessdaiglemd/

Jackie had been planning a home birth for her first baby, but at 35 weeks, she received the shocking diagnosis of a placental abruption. This led to an emergency cesarean, a NICU stay, and years of processing why it had happened to her. (You can listen to Jackie's full first birth story in her initial appearance on this podcast, here.) After enough time had passed, Jackie felt the desire for another child, found the courage to get pregnant again, and planned for another home birth. This time, she got it. If you love the show, I would greatly appreciate a review on  Spotify or Apple Podcasts!  Follow me on Instagram @healingbirth Do you have a birth story you'd like to share on the podcast, or would like to otherwise connect? I love to hear from you! Send me a note at contactus@healingbirth.net Check out the website for lots of other birth related offerings, and personalized support: www.healingbirth.net Intro / Outro music: Dreams by Markvard Podcast cover photo by Karina Jensen @karinajensenphoto

Today, Jess, Morgan, and Andy unpack weekend elections in Romania, Poland, and Portugal—where voters are navigating domestic frustrations, regional security fears, and the specter of Russian influence. In Romania, centrist Nicușor Dan defeated far-right nationalist George Simion with a pro-EU, anti-corruption message. Poland will head into a June presidential election runoff between centrist Rafal Trzaskowski and far-right challenger Karol Nawrocki, while in Portugal, a far-right party surged to 20%, shaking up the political landscape.Are these results driven by domestic political pressures—or do they reflect a broader European response to the war in Ukraine? Is European support for Ukraine holding strong, or is it increasingly tied to who's in power in Washington? And how do concerns about ballot access and disinformation shape the future of European democracy?Check out the answers to these questions and more in this episode of Fault Lines.Check out the sources that helped shape our experts' opinions. https://www.bbc.com/news/live/c74q57kydgethttps://www.npr.org/2025/05/17/nx-s1-5400392/elections-in-poland-and-romania-could-shape-the-future-of-europe-and-ukrainehttps://www.reuters.com/world/europe/romanians-vote-presidential-run-off-that-could-widen-eu-rifts-2025-05-17/ Follow our experts on Twitter: @NotTVJessJones@morganlroach@AndyKeiserLike what we're doing here? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe. And don't forget to follow @masonnatsec on Twitter!We are also on YouTube, and watch today's episode here: https://youtu.be/dhrK5Za2OtU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest: Mia Malcolm Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (EDIB) Facilitator  NICU Mom   CEU objectives for this episode: List two statistics regarding the care of black and brown babies in the NICU Explain one hallmark of good communication Name two things NICU professionals can do to help patients' families feel seen and heard This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.  

A várakozásokkal ellentétben, több mint 6 százalékpontos előnnyel győzte le a centrista Nicușor Dan azt a szélsőjobboldali George Simiont, akit korábbi magyarellenes akciói dacára Orbán Viktor a tihanyi apátságban méltatott. Kiss Tamás szociológus és Toró Tibor politológus a Partizán eredményváróján értékelték az eredményeket, és adtak mélyebb betekintést a romániai politikába.--ADÓ 1%HATÁRIDŐ MÁJUS 20.https://szja.partizan.huPÉNTEKIG TUDTOK MÉGKÖZVETLENÜL IS TÁMOGATNI!https://jovore.partizan.hu--Iratkozz fel!Értesülj elsőként eseményeinkről, akcióinkról, maradjunk kapcsolatban:https://csapat.partizanmedia.hu/forms/maradjunk-kapcsolatbanLegyél rendszeres támogatónk!Szállj be a finanszírozásunkba közvetlen támogatásal:https://cause.lundadonate.org/partizan/supportLegyél önkéntes!Csatlakozz a Partizán önkéntes csapatához:https://csapat.partizanmedia.hu/forms/csatlakozz-te-is-a-partizan-onkenteseihezTematikus hírleveleink—Szerdánként külpolitika: Heti Feledy hírlevélhttps://csapat.partizanmedia.hu/forms/partizan-heti-feledyPéntek Reggel, a Partizán hírháttér podcastjának levele: https://pentekreggel.huSzombaton Vétó hírlevél:https://csapat.partizanmedia.hu/forms/iratkozz-fel-a-veto-hirlevelereYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PartizanmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/partizanpolitika/ Facebook Társalgó csoport: https://www.facebook.com/groups/partizantarsalgo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partizanpolitika/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@partizan_mediaPartizán saját gyártású podcastok: https://rss.com/podcasts/partizanpodcast/További támogatási lehetőségekről bővebben: https://www.partizanmedia.hu/tamogatas

In this episode, Jake Biscoglio, President of Commercial Business at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, discusses the organization's expanded partnership with Progeny Health to support families for a full year after NICU discharge. He shares personal insights and industry strategies to improve outcomes through comprehensive, family-centered care.

Send us a textIn this week's episode of NeoNews, the team reflects on a quiet Mother's Day before diving into a full slate of stories touching the emotional and political corners of neonatal care. First up: parenting in the digital age. The crew unpacks a gripping New York Times essay by Amanda Hess, whose prenatal diagnosis of Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome led her down the rabbit hole of medical Googling, Facebook support groups, and the complicated power of online communities for medically complex families.Then, we turn to formula safety and the Biden administration's new “Operation Stork Speed.” The team discusses the implications for NICU care, parental anxiety, and advocacy in the wake of increased scrutiny over heavy metals and contaminants in infant formula. From there, we navigate the ripple effects of tariffs on medical supplies, pharmacy deserts, and drug shortages—all of which directly impact the NICU.Rounding out the show: U.S. birth rates now favor parents over 40 versus teens, RSV vaccines show impressive real-world results, and new research questions everything we thought we knew about preemie blood pressures.Packed with insight, outrage, and a few Dumbo references, this episode covers the headlines shaping neonatal care and the families we serve. As 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!

Messerangriffe in Bielefeld und Halle +++ Messerangriff in Bar in Bielefeld: Polizei spricht von gezieltem Angriff +++ TransnetBW Chef warnt vor Energiewende +++ neue Bundesgesundheitsministerin Warken (CDU) bringt zehn Millionen Euro mit zur WHO nach Genf +++ Correctiv erhält den Schnitzler-Preis 2024 – für die beste Inszenierung einer Fiktion +++ Düsseldorfer Forum tagt trotz Angriffen weiterhin +++ Rumänien wählt Nicușor Dan zum neuen Präsidenten +++ Segelschulschiff kracht gegen Brooklyn Bridge +++ Den Roman „2075 Wenn Schönheit zum Verbrechen wird“, finden Sie in jedem gut sortierten Buchladen. Mehr zum Buch und eine Leseprobe finden Sie auf www.schoenheit-2075.de www.schoenheit-zweitausenfünfundziebzig.de Webseite: https://www.tichyseinblick.de

Zapraszamy na nowy podcast Polityki Insight - Z dystansu. W naszej audycji rozmawiamy o najważniejszych wydarzeniach międzynarodowych, obserwujemy potyczki mocarstw i analizujemy europejskie polityki. Razem z naszymi gośćmi dużo uwagi poświęcamy sprawom bezpieczeństwa, obronności i przyglądamy się przemysłowi zbrojeniowemu. W dzisiejszym odcinku Kamil Całus, analityk z Ośrodka Studiów Wschodnich, opowiada o wyborach prezydenckich w Rumunii. W drugiej turze faworytem jest konserwatywny George Simion, który mierzy się z umiarkowanym Nicușorem Danem. Rozmowę prowadzi Tomasz Sawczuk.

Type of loss: PPROM, Infant lossMore about Sam's story: Sam Yanes shares the incredible story of her son, Antonio "Tony". From the early weeks of pregnancy filled with bleeding and uncertainty to a courageous NICU journey that spanned eight months, Sam walks us through every heartbreaking and hope-filled moment.Tony was born at just 25 weeks, weighing 1lb 15oz, and immediately faced a mountain of medical challenges. Despite infections, breathing issues, surgeries, and long days in the ICU, Sam clung to her faith and fought fiercely for her son. She opens up about the trauma of his birth, the miracle of holding him without wires for the first and last time, and how her faith has been her anchor through unimaginable grief.More about Emma's Footprints:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.EmmasFootprints.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: @EmmasFootprintsInstagram: @EmmasFootprints

In this week's episode, we sit down with Sam, a remarkable NICU mom and valued member of the Dear NICU Mama team and sisterhood. Sam vulnerably shares part 1 of her motherhood journey with the story of her family-building journey—navigating infertility, a PCOS diagnosis, and the heartbreak of unexpected complications during pregnancy.At just 21 weeks pregnant, Sam's water broke. With brave vulnerability, Sam walks us through the tender moments of hospitalization, difficult conversations with providers, and the delivery of her daughter's early birth at 24 weeks and 4 days.Join us next week for Part 2, where we dive into their NICU stay together and life at home. As always, this sisterhood hopes you feel seen, supported, and reminded that you are never alone!To get connected with DNM:Website | Private Facebook Group | InstagramSupport the show

In this episode, we sit down with Candace Blair Cronin, Ph.D.—a full-time working mom of four and a passionate advocate for children in the foster care system. From fostering and adopting to mentoring families and serving as a CASA, Candace shares her deeply personal journey and the many ways she's working to support vulnerable children and the families who care for them.  

Today's episode is a meaningful conversation with Kristen Toth, the dynamic leader at the helm of AdventHealth for Women. With 20+ years of experience in healthcare, Kristen is a passionate advocate for women's health and well-being at every stage of life—from the first trimester to menopause and beyond.We explore Kristen's leadership journey, the lessons she's learned balancing a high-impact career with motherhood, and the many innovative services AdventHealth for Women offers—like their Women's Health Navigation Team, NICU advancements, and groundbreaking Fourth Trimester Program addressing maternal health disparities.Inside this episode:How Kristen's career in healthcare began with a relationship and a leap of faithWhy mentorship and self-awareness are cornerstones of her leadership styleHow AdventHealth's Health Navigator program is removing barriers to careThe critical importance of postpartum and fourth trimester support for new momsWhy pelvic floor therapy and menopause resources deserve more attentionKristen's personal NICU story and how it shaped her missionAdvice for women balancing ambition, motherhood, and self-careWhether you're a mom, a healthcare advocate, or a woman looking to lead and live well, this episode will empower you to prioritize your health, own your strengths, and lead with heart.Take action today and visit HerHealthNavigator.com to schedule your annual well-woman exam and explore free health navigation services from AdventHealth for Women. Connect with AllisonInterested in working together? Fill out this form.www.instagram.com/allisonwalshwww.shebelievedbook.comwww.allisonwalshconsulting.comBuild Your Brand On Demand

In this re-release, Kayleigh revisits one of the most listened-to solo episodes of The Birth Trauma Mama Podcast: a personal and validating exploration of what it means to struggle with bonding after a traumatic birth.We're often told that the “golden hour” will be the most magical moment of our lives, that love will overflow the second our baby is placed on our chest. But for many trauma survivors, that moment never comes. Instead, we're left navigating guilt, shame, and confusion about why bonding didn't look the way we were told it would.Drawing from her own experience waking up in the ICU days after birth, Kayleigh speaks honestly about what it's like to feel disconnected from your baby, how grief and trauma interrupt bonding, and why delayed connection doesn't make you a bad parent.In this episode, you'll hear:

Send us a textTW: Recurrent Pregnancy LossOn today's episode, we're sitting down with Rachell Dumas, a registered nurse, keynote speaker, and the founder of A Light After Nine -  a nonprofit dedicated to supporting women and families navigating infertility and pregnancy loss. We'll chat about underserved populations, equity and compassionate care, & how Rachell transformed her personal adversity (of 8 pregnancy losses and one stillbirth) into a mission to empower others. When we heard about the incredible work she's doing to support families in the perinatal period, we didn't walk … we ran to the podcast studio. Fair warning - today's episode includes giggles, includes lots of tears, and more laughter. It was an absolute pleasure to record this story, and an honor to share it with you now. So, without any further ado, please sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode with our friend, Rachell. Mentioned on today's episode:PSI Annual ConferenceMovie: Braving the Wilderness; Atlas of the HeartConnect with Rachell: https://www.alightafternine.org/; @alightafternine (IG); Rachell Marie (FB); rdumasrn (TT)Interested in sharing your story?Fill out our podcast interest form here! Questions about the I AM ONE Podcast?Email Dani Giddens - dani@postpartum.net--------------------------------------------------------------------Connect by PSI - Download PSI's New App!Apple VersionAndroid Version Visit PSI's website: https://www.postpartum.netFind free resources & info on certification, training, and other incredible programs!Call or text 'HELP' to the PSI Helpline: 1-800-944-4773 Not feeling like yourself? Looking for some support? You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (U.S. only): 1-833-943-5746Free and confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S. only): 988Free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in th...

Episode 186 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything!  This week we are joined by The Nashville Beauty Girl, Keri Lea!Episode in a Glance:Check it out! In this episode, Keri and I delve into the world of aesthetic treatments, focusing on the increasing interest among male clients. We touch on the balance between non-surgical and surgical options, the significance of experience in treatments, and the role of authenticity in aesthetic procedures. Keri shares insights on budgeting for these treatments and we highlight celebrity examples of successful aesthetic enhancements. Throughout the episode, we delve into the world of cosmetic treatments, discussing the costs, benefits, and psychological impacts of aesthetics on confidence and personal branding. Keri and I then discuss the importance of skincare for men, the role of color analysis in perception, and the future of the aesthetic industry. Finally, we emphasize the significance of looking good to feel good and how these treatments can enhance one's self-image and opportunities in life.Key Points:- Referrals are key in choosing the right aesthetic provider.- Prevention is essential in aesthetic treatments.- Experience in the field enhances treatment outcomes.- Authenticity is vital in aesthetic enhancements.- Skincare is essential for men, and injectable skincare can simplify routines.- Confidence plays a crucial role in personal and professional success.- Aesthetics can significantly impact how others perceive you.- Men are increasingly embracing skincare and cosmetic treatments.- The aesthetic industry is evolving, with a focus on non-surgical options.- Injecting skincare products can provide long-lasting benefits.- Personal growth often accompanies changes in appearance.About our guest: Keri Lea, The Nashville Beauty Girl, is a registered nurse and aesthetic specialist with 20+ years in non-surgical enhancements. A Nashville native, she blends expertise, artistry, and Southern charm to deliver natural, confidence-boosting results trusted by celebrities and professionals alike. A pioneer in aesthetics, Keri was educating the industry before social media. She began in NICU care before becoming one of Nashville's first Botox® injectors in 2005. Her customized approach—using facial mapping and innovative techniques—sets her apart. She personally tests every treatment, earning deep trust from a diverse clientele, including men seeking a no-BS approach to looking their best. For Keri, aesthetics are about transformation, not just beauty. She's dedicated to empowerment, from setting real expectations to helping sex trafficking survivors through tattoo removal. Now, she's redefining the industry with KBEAUTE', a Korean medical-grade aesthetic studio launching this month in Nashville's Wedgewood-Houston district—more than a studio, it's a movement bringing global K-Beauty influence to the city.Follow and contact:Instagram: @thenashvillebeautygirlThekbeaute.comSubscribe to Nick's top-rated podcast The Hitstreak on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/NickHite⁠rFollow and Rate us on Spotify: ⁠https://spotify.com/NickHiter⁠Follow and Rate us on Apple Podcast: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/NickHiter⁠Follow and Rate us on iHeartRadio: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/NickHiter

Geoff Nau, Senior Manager of Product Management for Paragon at Altera Digital Health, highlights how digital health solutions can address the challenges of nurse burnout and retention. AI and machine learning can help automate documentation tasks and streamline workflows to allow nurses better access to patient information. Improving nurse retention requires attention to factors like time-off policies and leveraging technology to give nurses more time to focus on patient care. Geoff elaborates, "I have been a nurse since 2004. I practiced at the bedside for approximately 15 years. I did pediatric and adult ER as well as NICU. So I started my nursing career on paper and transitioned to electronic. And so in that time, a couple of factors, in the beginning, there was not enough information, and click-intensive. And looking at my travels and going to hospitals and sites today, that challenge is still there as far as access to data relevant to that patient visit, whether it's trending labs, care plans, etc. My experience with most EHRs out there, most of all, is that it's just click-intensive. A one-size-fits-all is tough to do nowadays." "There is still a considerable amount of paper out there. When you start getting into these specialized areas like behavioral health, IOP or intensive outpatient, a lot of that, especially if there's anything like a treatment plan, things that may have multiple people needing to touch it, I still see a lot of that on paper. My goal from a solutions perspective is to get as much of that electronic as possible, especially given where we're at with challenges with nursing and staffing. Today, your patient loads go from four to five to one nurse." "I'm a nurse. I also have a doctorate in organizational psychology. And this was a big study of my focus during my dissertation, where I looked at why people stay on the job as opposed to why they leave. When I first got into nursing, nurses would leave for a dollar. They would go up the street to another facility. But now, having support systems in place allows nurses to take time off, as you said. I know that here, where I live in North Carolina, a couple of institutions are taking a look at their PTO policies. They're looking at their holiday policies and trying to be more flexible. They're working with PRN staffing. In my research, I also found a community component to job embeddedness, if you will, in nursing." #AlteraDigitalHealth #DigitalHealth #Nurses #Nursing #NurseBurnout #NurseRetention #MedAI alterahealth.com Download the transcript here

Geoff Nau, Senior Manager of Product Management for Paragon at Altera Digital Health, highlights how digital health solutions can address the challenges of nurse burnout and retention. AI and machine learning can help automate documentation tasks and streamline workflows to allow nurses better access to patient information. Improving nurse retention requires attention to factors like time-off policies and leveraging technology to give nurses more time to focus on patient care. Geoff elaborates, "I have been a nurse since 2004. I practiced at the bedside for approximately 15 years. I did pediatric and adult ER as well as NICU. So I started my nursing career on paper and transitioned to electronic. And so in that time, a couple of factors, in the beginning, there was not enough information, and click-intensive. And looking at my travels and going to hospitals and sites today, that challenge is still there as far as access to data relevant to that patient visit, whether it's trending labs, care plans, etc. My experience with most EHRs out there, most of all, is that it's just click-intensive. A one-size-fits-all is tough to do nowadays." "There is still a considerable amount of paper out there. When you start getting into these specialized areas like behavioral health, IOP or intensive outpatient, a lot of that, especially if there's anything like a treatment plan, things that may have multiple people needing to touch it, I still see a lot of that on paper. My goal from a solutions perspective is to get as much of that electronic as possible, especially given where we're at with challenges with nursing and staffing. Today, your patient loads go from four to five to one nurse." "I'm a nurse. I also have a doctorate in organizational psychology. And this was a big study of my focus during my dissertation, where I looked at why people stay on the job as opposed to why they leave. When I first got into nursing, nurses would leave for a dollar. They would go up the street to another facility. But now, having support systems in place allows nurses to take time off, as you said. I know that here, where I live in North Carolina, a couple of institutions are taking a look at their PTO policies. They're looking at their holiday policies and trying to be more flexible. They're working with PRN staffing. In my research, I also found a community component to job embeddedness, if you will, in nursing." #AlteraDigitalHealth #DigitalHealth #Nurses #Nursing #NurseBurnout #NurseRetention #MedAI alterahealth.com Listen to the podcast here

Send us a textIn this special anniversary edition of the Journal Club, Ben and Daphna celebrate four years of The Incubator Podcast while diving into a compelling lineup of neonatal studies. The episode kicks off with a review of a phase 2 multicenter trial on the safety of furosemide in preterm infants at risk for BPD. Despite widespread Lasix use in NICUs, data on dosing and safety have been lacking—this study finds no significant increase in serious adverse events but emphasizes the need for larger trials to better define its role. The team then explores a study from India comparing 7- vs. 14-day antibiotic courses in culture-proven neonatal sepsis, showing that shorter courses may be safe and effective in select populations.Additional discussions include a randomized trial from Australia evaluating “sigh breaths” during high-frequency oscillatory ventilation and their effects on lung volume and oxygenation, a study examining how kangaroo mother care boosts breast milk intake, and a large Japanese cohort study detailing neurodevelopmental outcomes of infants born at 22–31 weeks. Finally, a meta-analysis on prenatal cannabis exposure underscores risks of low birth weight and preterm birth. With depth, humor, and clarity, Ben and Daphna guide listeners through evidence that shapes neonatal care. As 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!

Today on The Natural Birth Podcast we have Stacey.Stacey is a mama of two from the US.She is a mental health therapist who is certified in peri and postnatal mood disorders. She is also a trained EMDR therapist and yoga teacher. Stacey discovered this niche in therapy through her own healing journey after her first born was born at 32 weeks and was in the NICU for 30 days.Today she spends the first part of this episode sharing about her first birth that was supposed to be natural birth on a natural birthing floor in a hospital but ended up being premature and heavily medicalized. She shares about this birth as it informed how she prepared for her second and the people who joined her.The second was a home birth with the midwife and doula that she got to know in her postpartum with her first baby.They helped her with breastfeeding and emotional support and she trusted them deeply and ended up having her longed for natural birth in the comfort of her own home together with them and her partner.She mentioned wishing that she had had a doula for her first birth that could have informed her more along the way throughout her premature birth journey.And I couldn't agree more.Especially if you are planning a hospital birth, hire a birth worker that is there for you.And download my free ebook on routine hospital birth procedures via the free resources link in the show notes.You can also find all the graduated Sacred Birth Workers and current mentorship students on sacred birth international if you want to find a kick ass birth advocate and space holder close to you.Now let's dive into the episode.Find out more about The Sacred Birth Worker Mentorship, Anna's Courses & How to Work with Anna, as well as all the Links & Resources she mentions in the episode here:www.sacredbirthinternational.com/links-podcastFollow @thenaturalbirthpodcast on insta for more natural and empowering birth stories!

A conversation about modeling, parenting, and expectations with Cindy Crawford and her children Kaia Gerber and Presley Gerber ahead of Mother's Day. Also, in honor of National Nurses Week, our TODAY team lines up some fun surprises on the plaza. Plus, chef Jimmy Ly shares a delicious ribeye stir fry with rice recipe.

In this special episode, we're holding space for the complicated emotions that can come with Mother's Day after a NICU experience.This conversation is close to our hearts—it's a live recording from our recent Dear NICU Mama Virtual Live Podcast Event, where we gathered with NICU moms from across the country to connect, reflect, and honor the duality of this season!In this roundtable discussion, hosts Ashley and Martha sit down with members of the Dear NICU Mama team to talk about what it means to celebrate Mother's Day after the NICU—where joy and grief often coexist.Together, they chat about:The bittersweet emotions Mother's Day can bring for NICU momsNavigating celebration while honoring loss, trauma, and unmet expectationsHow healing, time, and support can soften the holiday experienceThe power of being seen, validated, and supported by communityWhether this is your first Mother's Day or your fifth, whether you're in the NICU or years into life at home—this conversation is for you. However this season feels, you are never, ever alone.To get connected with DNM:Website | Private Facebook Group | InstagramTo Give to the Mission of Dear NICU Mama: dearnicumama.com/giveSupport the show

Brace yourself! This week, we're learning about cerebral palsy from Dr. Matthew MacCarthy, who is both a pediatric physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) specialist at Prisma Health in South Carolina AND a person with cerebral palsy. We're talking NICU, Botox, and puberty, so get ready to stretch your knowledge with a thoughtful approach to CP diagnosis and management.

Send us a textThis week on Tech Tuesday, we sit down with Dr. Theodor Uzamere, a graduating neonatology fellow from Texas Children's Hospital, to explore an inspiring project that brings creativity and compassion to the NICU bedside. Theodor introduces us to the Consult Cards — a thoughtful, low-tech innovation designed to support families navigating the overwhelming world of neonatal intensive care.Rooted in his love for consults and desire to improve communication during high-stress conversations, Theodor created a deck of color-coded, parent-friendly flashcards that cover essential NICU topics: diseases, respiratory support, nutrition, imaging, and vocabulary. Drawing from his own study strategies and guided by feedback from NICU family focus groups, these cards aim to reduce anxiety, improve understanding, and foster meaningful engagement between families and the medical team.We discuss the process of developing, evaluating, and iterating on the cards, and how Theodor hopes to expand their reach. More than just an educational tool, the Consult Cards empower families to participate actively in their baby's care. If you're passionate about patient-centered communication and innovation in neonatology, this conversation will move and motivate you. For collaboration opportunities, Theodor's contact details are: theodoruzamere@gmail.com As 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!

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