From NICU Nurse to Medical Mom: Why This Podcast Exists

In this first episode of Holyoaks Rise, I share my journey from NICU nurse to medical mom. From navigating my daughter’s NICU stay to managing a chronic pediatric GI condition with my older child, I found myself experiencing healthcare from both sides of the hospital crib.This episode is for parents navigating medical complexity, pediatric chronic illness, special needs parenting, and the uncertainty that comes with a child’s diagnosis. I share how professional experience and personal challenges shaped my perspective and inspired the creation of this podcast.Whether you’re caring for a medically complex child, adjusting to life after a NICU stay, advocating for your child through appointments and therapies, or simply trying to stay anchored through medical uncertainty, you’ll find encouragement and support here.In this episode, you’ll learn what to expect from future conversations about medical motherhood, caregiver support, rare and chronic conditions, resilience, and rising through life’s unexpected challenges.Because difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations—and when we share our stories, we rise together.Warm Memories - Emotional Inspiring Piano by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoonAttribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/