Guest: Dr. Rupa Wong

Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Managing Partner, Honolulu Eye Clinic

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Discuss the timing of ophthalmologic screening for premature infants in the NICU

• Describe at least 2 vision problems that are common for premature infants that may require long-term follow-up care for life

• Outline the history of treatments for ROP for infants in the NICU over the last 30 years

• Share two preventative strategies to decrease the incidence of myopia (near-sightedness) for all children

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with the guest, Dr. Rupa Wong

Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube | Website | Threads

🔗Links to resources

Podcast: It's Good To See You

Pinnacle Conference and Podcast

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | X | Pinterest

Music

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Guest: Dr. Ashley Lerman

Pediatric Dentist

Founder, Firstgrin

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Discuss the difference between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist and why they might be a better choice for NICU graduates

• Outline a simple oral care routine that parents can follow with their NICU baby, from birth and until their first tooth erupts

• List at least one topic related to long-term oral/dental health that you could include in your NICU discharge education plan

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with Dr. Lerman

Instagram (Firstgrin) | Instagram (personal) | Website

🔗 Links to resources

Blippi: books on brushing and oral health care for kids

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | X | Pinterest

Music

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Guest: Dr. Mark Bertin

Developmental Pediatrician

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Describe how ADHD affects the brain's ability to self-regulate

• List two ways in which executive function may affect a NICU parent's ability to comprehend medical information

• Name three effective evidence-based treatments for ADHD

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with Dr. Bertin

Instagram | Facebook | Website

🔗 Links to resources:

Book recommendations

Podcast appearances

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | X | Pinterest

Music:

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Guest: Dr. Stephanie Canale

Family Medicine

Founder, Lactation Lab

Financial Disclosure: Dr. Stephanie Canale is the CEO and Founder of Lactation Lab, a for-profit company. She is also the inventor of Emily's Care Nourish Test System, an FDA breakthrough-designated and cleared device that determines human milk composition using chemistry-based methods rather than infrared spectroscopy.

Conflict of Interest Resolution: This podcast episode has been reviewed by the Nursing CE Provider, who has determined that Dr. Canale presented the content solely for educational purposes and without bias or financial influence.

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Describe how factors like diet, stress, and health affect the composition of breast milk

• List two things that mothers who are struggling with breastfeeding, can do for nutritional support, mental health, and self-care

• Explain how breastmilk is tested for different nutrient levels in breast milk, such as vitamins, fats, proteins, and carbohydrates

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with Dr. Stephanie Canale:

Instagram | LinkedIn (personal) | LinkedIn (company) | Website

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | X | Pinterest

Music:

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Guest: Dr. Siggie Cohen

Child Development Specialist

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Explain the difference between showing your NICU families empathy vs. pity

• Name three normal and age-appropriate child reactions to trauma, like a NICU stay

• List two things a NICU professional can do to help a parent be hopeful and build resilience about their NICU stay

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with Dr. Siggie Cohen:

Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube | Website

🔗 Links to resources:

Free parenting resources

*Use the coupon code SPECIAL15 at checkout to receive a 15% discount*

Toddler Course

3-7 Course

Sibling Course

Join her weekly newsletter list

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | X | Pinterest

Music:

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Guest: Dr. Adrianne Rahde Bischoff

Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics-Neonatology

Neonatal Hemodynamics Specialist

University of Iowa, Stead Childrens Hospital

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Describe two differences between a TNE (Targeted Neonatal Echo) performed by NICU staff and a Cardiac Ultrasound performed by an Echo Tech

• Explain at least one way that hemodynamic measurements obtained during a TNE might change the clinical management of a baby in the NICU

• List two or more treatment options for a PDA

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with Dr. Rahde Bischoff:

University of Iowa | Website

🔗 Links to resources:

Pediatric Neonatal Hemodynamics Fellowship | UI Stead Family Children's Hospital

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | X | Pinterest

Music:

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Guest: Mia Malcolm

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (EDIB) Facilitator

NICU Mom

CEU objectives for this episode:

• List two statistics regarding the care of black and brown babies in the NICU

• Explain one hallmark of good communication

• Name two things NICU professionals can do to help patients' families feel seen and heard

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with the guest, Mia Malcolm:

LinkedIn

🔗Links to resources:

Racism and Quality of Neonatal Intensive Care: Voices of Black Mothers

Racism as a Preventable Harm

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest

Music:

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Guest: Dr. Jess Daigle

Physician & Postpartum Expert

Founder/CEO of Mom & Me MD

NICU Mom

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Describe at least one specific technique that NICU professionals can use to manage their emotions and maintain a supportive demeanor when working with families of NICU babies

• List four practical strategies NICU professionals can implement to support families during medical procedures or to alleviate stressful situations

• Explain two or more methods for assessing the unique needs of NICU families as they navigate the NICU stay and prepare for discharge

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with the guest, Dr. Jess Daigle:

Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok | Website

🔗Links to resources:

The Long Dying of Baby Andrew book

NICU Mom community on Facebook

Coaching Program

Establishing healthy boundaries

Neonatology on the Web

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest

Music:

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Guests: Jackie Thomas, LCSW, PMH-C and Barbara Williams, LMSW

Social Workers

Le Bonheur Childrens Hospital Memphis

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Identify three key psychosocial risk factors that NICU social workers screen NICU parents for during their baby's admission

• Describe one common misconception that NICU families may have about the role of social workers

• List three specific ways a NICU social worker provides support to families navigating the challenges of having an infant in intensive care

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with Jackie Thomas and Barbara Williams

Instagram | Facebook | X | YouTube | SnapChat | Pinterest | Website

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | X | Pinterest

Music:

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Guest: Dr. Bob White

Neonatologist

Director of the Regional Newborn Program, Beacon Health System

Adjunct Professor, University of Notre Dame

CEU objectives for this episode:

• Name two design elements that were the norm for NICUs 30 years ago.

• List two ways in which redesigned NICUs are helping improve outcomes of neonates.

• Explain how NICU design standards are developed.

This episode is eligible for CEUs. Visit https://handtohold.org/resources/podcasts/nicu-heroes/ to complete the questionnaire. It is the sole responsibility of the individual to verify if this credit is valid and eligible for use in your State and/or for your discipline for licensure or certification renewal.

💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker:

Instagram | Facebook | Website

💚 Connect with Dr. Bob White

Instagram | Facebook | X | YouTube | Website

🔗 Links to resources:

What Would You Fight For? Series

The Gravens Conference (on the environment of care for high risk newborns)

📺Socials 📺

Instagram | Facebook | X | Pinterest

Music:

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10332-thriving-together-full-version

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7855-bright-colors-of-life

License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license