NICU and Beyond with Tracey and Stacey

This podcast is a continuation about infant death in the NICU, but it is more focused on maternal factors that may cause an infant to die. There could be factors such as placental and umbilical cord issues, metabolic and chromosomal disorders. This is a great beginning poscast to provide and overview of the above topics.

This short podcast defines what newborn death is, the biggest causes of neonatal death in the NICU. There will be descriptions of each and recommendations for parents.

This podcast is a continuation from Podcast #72 concerning lip and tongue ties. This episode specifically discusses what is lip tie vs tongue tie, the levels of lip tie and strategies to help your baby who has a lip or tongue tie.

This podcast is the first of a two-part podcast series on lip and tongue ties with premature infants. It will discuss the 4 types of tongue ties seen in the NICU, and how tongue and lip ties can prevent positive feeding experiences. What are the signs of lip tie? What can you do for a lip tie?

This episode will discuss several simple stress signals that your premature infant may experience while in the NICU. Using these simple techniques can help your baby to calm, and self-regulate while maturing in the NICU.

In this podcast, multiple NICU terms will be identified, along with their definition. The terms are often heard in the NICU setting, where parents should learn what these terms mean when it comes to their baby.

On this episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Melinda Elliot helps explain what human milk fortifier is. The three main questions answered are: How does a preemie's nutritional needs differ from a full-term baby's? What is a human milk fortifier and why is it needed? And, what are the differences between nutritional fortifiers made from donor breast milk and those made from cow's milk?

When one thinks of the NICU, it is mostly for premature infants. However, there are times when a full-term baby may need to go the NICU. The top 8 reasons are briefly discussed in the podcast and reassure parents that they go to the NICU for more specialized care.

This podcast discusses the different types of grief that are encountered when parents have their baby in the NICU. There are helpful tips on what to do when a parent is showing a certain type of grief and what not to say when a parent is grieving. There may be cultural, spiritual and emotional considerations when dealing with a grieving parent.

This episode talks about burnout among NICU professionals while providing quality care to premature infants and their families. The podcast discusses different ways to eliminate burnout from exercise to behavioral health support. NICU professionals need to find ways to increase self care activities to perform their best in the NICU.

This episode continues the discussion about birth defects in the NICU and newborn infants. We further discuss the risk factors for a baby having congenital heart defects and how crucial screening is in the NICU or at the pediatrician's office.

This podcast provides and discusses the top 10 birth defects seen in NICU babies. It talks about how prevalent these defects occurs and a short description of each.

This podcast discusses what G6PD Deficiency is in infants/newborns, what is the causes and symptoms of this deficiency. The podcast also talks about what babies are at risk, the signs/symptoms and treatment available for this deficiency

This episode describes what a neurodevelopmental clinic is, which premature infants can go to the clinic as well as, other children diagnosis' that qualify for testing and follow-up. www.parentNICUconnection.com https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This podcast discusses what small things parents can do to find the NICU bearable during the Christmas season.

This episode discusses the advantages of having a baby in the NICU. Believe it, there are some positive aspects of the NICU the parents don't usually think of when their baby is staying there. A great podcast to bring hope to those parents who feel hopeless and stressed by the NICU experience. www.parentNICUconnection.com https://PEDS.thinkific.com

This podcast talks about Prader Willi Syndrome. Prader Willi will be defined, characteristics and causes of this chromosomal disorder and how to help these babies and children. www.parentNICUconnection.com https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This episode briefly discusses simple gifts to give for NICU babies. Some moms don't get to have their baby showers due to the premature birth of their baby. These are simple, yet personable gifts that will be well utilized. www.parentNICUconnection.com https://PEDS.thinkific.com

This podcast discusses the issue of noise in the NICU and how it can negatively affect the premature infant. The podcast does talk about acceptable noise levels, how to decrease noise at the bedside. AAP recommendations when it comes to noise levels are also discussed.

This podcast defines Spina Bifida and the 3 main types seen in newborns. It provides symptoms of each and how this condition can present and complications that can occur www.parentNICUconnection.acom https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This podcast discusses what hydrocephalus is in newborns, the signs of hydrocephalus. Additionally, the podcast discusses the procedures to help hydrocephalus including cerebral tapping and shunts. It also provides helpful websites for further information on hydrocephalus

This episode defines what HIE is, the incidence of HIE and the possible signs. The podcast also discusses treatment protocols to decrease the long-term effects of HIE in newborns www.parentNICUconnection.com, https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This episode discusses what a brachial plexus is, how it is injured during a baby's birth. It simply discusses the different types of brachial plexus injuries that can occur. There are ways to protect a baby's brachial plexus injuries and how therapy can help a baby recover from this type of birth injury.

This podcast discusses how to buy the appropriate car seat for your premature infant. It goes into detail how to safely buckle in your baby, what things you should avoid to keep your baby safe in their car seat. www.parentNICUconnection.com or https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This podcast discusses how a newborn infant (full-term vs. premature) is assessed once born. The assessment is fairly comprehensive and informs parents about the body systems being assessed.

This podcast is about adjusted age with premature infants. Its defines what adjusted and chronological age and why adjusted age is important to a baby's development.

This podcast discusses the top five questions to ask pediatricians in choosing the right pediatrician for your NICU graduate. What should a pediatrician's expertise be when dealing with a premature infant? Listen to this short, but informative podcast to ease your anxiety when choosing a pediatrician. www.parentNICUconnection.com https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This podcast identifies and defines what is a lip or tongue tie.. It describes each and how it can affect feeding and speech. There are a few treatment options for parents if they decide that their baby needs intervention. Tracey has two websites: www.parentNICUconnection.com or https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This podcast discusses what Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome is and the signs and symptoms infants will go through. The podcast will tell about ways to help calm/console babies and the medicines used to help babies through drug withdrawal. For more information, go to: www.parentNICUconnection.com or https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This podcast discusses what periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) is and how it relates to prematurity. It defines what PVL is and what to look for and when you should have your baby seen if showing signs for this condition

The podcast defines Retinopathy of Prematurity or ROP, the cause of ROP. It also discusses the different stages of ROP, as well as, the treatments available to help babies who have ROP.

This episode is about World Prematurity Awareness month and National Prematurity Day which is 11/17/2023. It discusses the importance of technology and treatment to try to decrease the incidence of premature birth. Some interesting facts about prematurity are discussed and where you can find more information/assistance about prematurity.

The episode talks about RSV and how it can cause severe respiratory issues in all small babies/children, especially premature infants. There is a new vaccine out to help not only infants/small children but also for adults over the age of 60

This podcast talks about the different types of NICU evacuation plans that may be used in case of a disaster or emergency. Parents can feel confident that their baby is going to be evacuated safely

This episode discusses the attributes of motherhood and is dedicated to Tracey and Stacey's moms, who passed away in May and April. They share the practical attributes that influenced them throughout their lives and will cherish forever.

This podcast discusses the major red flags parents should look for if their baby isn't meeting developmental milestones for the first year of life.

This episode discusses mom guilt as it applies to NICU moms and dads. It provides effective ways to get rid of the guilt that parents may feeling-finding support, journaling, taking care of yourself.

This episode discusses when a baby does die in the NICU and how stuff can help during this process. Podcast is about different resources to help grieving families and how taking photos, giving last bath, and having support is crucial while you are in the grieving process

This episode talks about grief..grief that comes with the loss of control over many aspects when a baby is in the NICU. Gives a few ways to deal with this kind of grief.

This podcast discusses what EI therapists need to know when receiving a former NICU baby in EI

This episode discusses on anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder in many NICU parents. It also has many support groups and resources available when needing emotional/mental health as a NICU parent

This episode discusses Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression in NICU parents. It provides signs and symptoms of each and when to get help

This podcast discusses topics that are necessary to know when bringing your baby home from the NICU-safe sleep, Early Intervention, Tummy Time to name a few

This episode explains what apnea and bradycardia mean in simple terms and why does it happen in premature infants. This also discusses the use of apnea monitors, as well as, how to keep these episodes from happening

This podcast celebrates the 30th episode of us launching the podcast 1 year ago! Stacey and Tracey discuss their journey into the NICU and how it has blessed them

This brief episode is describing signs and symptoms of acute illness in premature and small children.

This podcast is about going through the list of items that both the baby and the parents need to complete before bringing their baby home from the NICU

This podcast talks about the responsibilities of being a sleep consultant as well as , the biggest reasons why parents/caregivers seek out a sleep consultant

This episode is a live on FB group "NICU and Beyond with Tracey and Stacey" with a current NICU parent. She discusses the stress of bringing her baby home after almost 10 months in the NICU

This podcast talks about NICU parents having higher incidence of mental distress, anxiety, baby blues and post partum depression. These are all defined with some solutions to help parents