Dr. Rupa Wong sits down with Kathryn Whitaker, SiriusXM Radio Host, Podcaster & NICU Mom, to unpack the emotional, medical, and personal journey of navigating a premature birth. Katherine shares her raw, inspiring story of her son’s 14-week NICU stay, offering insights, hope, and practical advice for families facing similar challenges.

Key Topics:

1. NICU Survival

-Emotional challenges of having a premature baby

-Importance of asking for help and accepting support

-Navigating medical complexities and multiple specialists

2.Parental Advocacy

-Learning to communicate with medical teams

-Asking the right questions

-Understanding your role in your child's care

3. Personal Growth

-Transforming trauma into purpose

-Finding strength through vulnerability

-The long-term impact of the NICU experience

4. Medical Insights

-Retinopathy of prematurity

-Navigating multiple medical interventions

-The importance of family-centered care

Follow Kathryn on Instagram @kathrynwhitakertx

Go to Kathryn’s website where you can learn more about her journey and check out her book, Live Big, Love Bigger. https://kathrynwhitaker.net/

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