Guest: Dr. Michael Bohl

Neurosurgeon

Carolina NeuroSurgery & Spine Associates

In this episode:

 Explain two key differences between an orthopedic spine surgeon and a neurosurgeon

• List three physical signs that may indicate a patient has a tethered spinal cord in the neonatal period

• Outline four steps to improve access to specialty care to disadvantaged populations

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.

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🔗Links to resources:

Podcast, Back Talk Doc

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Music:

Thriving Together [Full version] by MusicLFiles

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Bright Colors Of Life by MusicLFiles

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Guest: Kandi Pickard

President and CEO, National Down Syndrome Society

In this episode:

• List two examples of preferred language clinicians can use when talking about children with Down Syndrome.

• Explain three ways a nurse may assist a family after they receive an unexpected diagnosis for their child.

• Discuss two common myths about Down Syndrome and one fact that dispels common myths about Down Syndrome.

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:

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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

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Guest: Dr. Lisa Davenport

Director of Nursing, Texas Children’s NICU

In this episode:

• List two changes that have occurred in the last decade related to NICU nurse training and mental health support

• Explain three ways a nurse can support a NICU family experiencing loss and grief

• Discuss two strategies to support staff caring for babies and families experiencing loss to reduce trauma

• Describe two future innovations that may improve family-centered care in the NICU

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:

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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

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Guest: Anna Swisher, IBCLC

Board-Certified Lactation Consultant

In this episode:

• Explain how skin-to-skin play can help establish breastfeeding in the NICU

• List three tools or products that may help a NICU baby breastfeed, or to increase a lactating parent’s milk production

• Share two ways a nurse can encourage a mom who is having trouble breastfeeding

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:

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🔗Links to resources:

Book, Counseling the Nursing Mother

GALS Doula Support

Black Mamas ATX

La Leche League

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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

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Guest: Dr. Elvira Parravicini

Neonatologist, Neonatal Comfort Care Program Director, Columbia University

In this episode:

• Explain how neonatal palliative care differs from adult or pediatric palliative care.

• List three things to refrain from saying to a family with a child that has a life-limiting or life-threatening condition.

• Name three things a palliative care program might do to honor the life of a child with a life-limiting or life-threatening condition.

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:

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💚 Connect with the guest, Dr. Elvira Parravicini:

Website

🔗Links to resources:

Conference

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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

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Guest: Dr. Tiffany Gladdis

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

In this episode:

• Explain what trauma-informed care is.

• List three signs or symptoms of anxiety/PTSD that might warrant a consultation with a mental health professional.

• Share how NICU professionals can identify triggers in their patient's family members and how they can acknowledge them.

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:

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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

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Guest: Dr. Kristine Tolentino-Plata

Senior Child Development Specialist 

In this episode:

• Describe the purpose of the Bayley developmental assessment and at what age(s) it is typically performed after discharge from the NICU.
• List three ways a NICU follow-up clinic can reduce barriers to care and social needs for families after a NICU stay.
• Share one area of research that is promising for child development neurodevelopment.

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.

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🔗Links to resources:

Neonatal Evaluation and Outcomes Network

Neonatal Research Network

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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

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Guest: JS Park

Chaplain & Author

In this episode:

• Explain how a hospital chaplain's role differs from a pastor or worship leader.

• List three ways a patient may react to grief or difficult news from a medical professional.

• Name three things a NICU professional can do to make a family feel seen on a difficult day.

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.

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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

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Guest: Dr. Stephanie Waggel

Perinatal Psychiatrist

In this episode:

• List two things that make a patient susceptible to PMADS (perinatal mood and anxiety disorders).

• Describe two treatment options for PMADS.

• Explain what makes the drug, Zuranolone, so effective for treating postpartum depression.

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:

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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

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Guest: Dr. Daniel Penny

Chief, Pediatric Cardiology

Professor and Chief of Pediatric Cardiology, Baylor College of Medicine

Co-Director, Texas Children’s Heart Center

Professor and Chief of Pediatric Cardiology, Baylor College of Medicine

In this episode:

• List at least one reason why neonates are more susceptible to congenital heart defects.

• Name two advancements in pediatric cardiac care in the last decade.

• Explain the most common symptoms of two of the three heart conditions: PDA, VSD or HLHS.

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:

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💚 Connect with the guest, Dr. Daniel Penny:

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🔗 Links to resources:

Heart Animation Series, Hypoplastic Left Heart

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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