Dr. Tanner Walsh | A Pediatrician’s Perspective as a NICU Mom

Dr. Tanner Walsh | A Pediatrician’s Perspective as a NICU MomIn this episode of the NICU Today Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Tanner Walsh, a primary care pediatrician in Delaware County, PA, and proud mom of 6-year-old boy-girl twins. Her twins were born at 35 weeks and spent six days in the NICU at the very hospital where she worked—an experience that shaped her perspective both as a pediatrician and as a parent. Fluent in Spanish and a graduate of UAG in Guadalajara, Mexico, Dr. Walsh brings a culturally sensitive and family-centered approach to pediatric care. As an IBCLC, she is committed to supporting families throughout their feeding journeys and beyond.On today’s episode:Dr. Walsh shares her background in medicine and the story of her surprise twins.What her experience looked like during pregnancy and the early NICU days.Reflections on navigating the NICU as both a pediatrician and a parent.Lessons learned during her family’s NICU journey.Life after the NICU: what early care looked like for her family and the importance of NICU follow-up.How parents can build a strong care team post-NICU and what to ask their pediatrician.Guidance on feeding preemies and starting solids, including questions to bring to your pediatrician.Tips for families on choosing the right pediatrician.Updates on how her twins are doing today.Dr. Walsh’s story offers a rare dual perspective of NICU life from both sides of the bedside—bringing empathy, professional insight, and practical advice to families navigating life during and after the NICU. This episode highlights the importance of strong partnerships between parents and pediatricians in caring for NICU graduates.