Don't Suffer in Silence: Asking for Support as a NICU Mom
Episode 104 of the Medical Moms of NICU Podcast podcast, hosted by Tanisha Burke-Wormley, titled "Don't Suffer in Silence: Asking for Support as a NICU Mom" was published on October 27, 2025 and runs 20 minutes.
October 27, 2025 ·20m · Medical Moms of NICU Podcast
Summary
Tanisha, a Medical Mom of NICU, shares her weekend vending at the National Black Book Festival, celebrating her daughter’s birthday, and the relief she found by asking for respite support. She talks about selling her children’s book about her son’s fight, connecting with other parents and professionals, and hearing encouraging transplant stories. The episode’s core message is to ask for help and prioritize self-care—using family, friends, social workers, and community resources—so NICU and medically complex moms can rest, network, and continue advocating for their children. Follow us on Social IG @medicalmomsofnicu TikTok @medicalmomsofnicu Join Medical Momunity www.facebook.com/medicalmomsofnicu Support Medical Moms of NICU Services & Products www.medicalmomsofnicu.com #nicumom #autismmom #specialneedsmom #medicalmom #vulnerbility
Episode Description
Tanisha, a Medical Mom of NICU, shares her weekend vending at the National Black Book Festival, celebrating her daughter’s birthday, and the relief she found by asking for respite support. She talks about selling her children’s book about her son’s fight, connecting with other parents and professionals, and hearing encouraging transplant stories.
The episode’s core message is to ask for help and prioritize self-care—using family, friends, social workers, and community resources—so NICU and medically complex moms can rest, network, and continue advocating for their children.
Follow us on Social IG @medicalmomsofnicu TikTok @medicalmomsofnicu
Join Medical Momunity
www.facebook.com/medicalmomsofnicu
Support Medical Moms of NICU Services & Products
#nicumom #autismmom #specialneedsmom #medicalmom #vulnerbility
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