Welcome to the 19th episode of the Ask a NICU Mama Podcast where we will be discussing all things NICU related. In today’s episode titled, “Grace,” I am joined by Katonya. Katonya bravely shares her journey of delivering her son at 22 weeks gestation while at home alone. Her son was in the NICU for 180 days (6 months) and faced several complications. Katonya was told on more than one occasion that her son may not live through the night. During this episode, Katonya shares her 2024 goals for her now 6-year-old son. We discussed her book entitled, “22 and 6 Born on 11/26,” and so much more. You do not want to miss this episode!

Welcome to the 18th episode of the Ask a NICU Mama Podcast, where we will be discussing all things NICU related. In today’s episode titled, “Keep the Faith,” I am joined by Nicole. Nicole courageously shares her NICU journey, she went from having a routine pregnancy and delivery at 41 weeks, to learning that her daughter had Gestational Alloimmune Liver Disease (GALD). Like many of us NICU mamas, Nicole questioned if there was something she did that caused her baby to have to be in the NICU. She stresses the importance of accepting support from loved ones during this difficulty time, not solely relying on lab/test results and holding onto your faith. Please share your reflections after listening to this episode. See you next Tuesday!

Welcome to the 17th episode of the Ask a NICU Mama Podcast where we will be discussing all things NICU related. In this episode titled, "It's About Getting Back Up," I am joined by Jodi. Jodi openly shares her journey of giving birth to her daughter at 28 weeks gestation due to developing preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome. She walks us through the first few days after giving birth and how she felt when she was finally able to hold her daughter for the first time. She emphasizes the importance of learning how to advocate for your baby, doing as much kangaroo care as possible, and learning how to "trust the process" while you are in the NICU. She also shares the inspiration and the purpose behind her company, Flrrish. Please share your reflections after listening. See you next Tuesday!