Having a baby in the NICU is something no parent plans for. Whether your child is born premature, needs extra support after delivery, or faces unexpected medical challenges, the NICU experience can feel overwhelming and full of unknowns.

Listen to the full episode.

You’ll learn:

Why babies are admitted to the NICU (and what that first moment feels like for parents)

What doctors, nurses, and staff monitor day-to-day to support growth and healing

How NICU rounds work and the key questions parents can ask

Why every care plan is individualized—and how parents are essential members of the team

The emotional side of being a NICU parent, from guilt to uncertainty, and how staff help families feel supported

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