#1: Introducing Beyond The Bedside!

Send us Fan MailThis week on Trauma Mamas: Beyond the Bedside, Alison and new cohost Danielle Sullivan introduce this new chapter of the podcast and share what “beyond the bedside” truly means in their everyday lives as moms raising medically complex children.In this special intro episode, Danielle gives listeners a glimpse into the logistics of life at home with Cora — from the routines and realities of managing a “mini ICU” at home, to finding ways to create normalcy, comfort, and joy in the middle of medical complexity. She also shares why she decided to join Alison on this journey and what she hopes this podcast can bring to families walking similar paths.Both Alison and Danielle share their personal “why” behind creating this space, their hopes for the future of the podcast, and practical insight into balancing the clinical side of caregiving while still making home feel like home.This episode is structured as two personal monologues, offering an honest and intimate look into life beyond the hospital walls.