This week on the Ask a NICU Mama Podcast, host Ashley O’Neil is joined by Jane Cranston, a pediatric occupational therapist and founder of Tiny Transitions Therapy Consulting. Jane shares how her personal experience as a mother of a child with special needs shaped her approach to supporting families. We discuss the transition from the NICU to home, the importance of cultural humility in healthcare, and whyfamily-centered care and clear communication matter so much.

We also talk about empowering parents to trust their instincts, ask questions, and advocate for their children’s needs. Because parents deserve to be informed, respected, and included in the decisions that shape their child’s care.

Interested in connecting with Jane?

Website: Pediatric Occupational Therapy in Houston | Tiny Transitions Therapy

Instagram: tinytransitionstherapyLinkedIn: JANE CRANSTON | LinkedIn

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It’s a NICU World is a community dedicated to supporting families navigating life in and beyond the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. From journals and advocacy to the Ask a NICU Mama Podcast, we’re here to bring real stories, hard truths, and hope to every NICU and medical family.

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This week on the Ask a NICU Mama Podcast, host Ashley O’Neil is joined by Isabelle Neza, who shares her journey through pregnancy, the unexpected premature birth of her son at just 23 weeks, and the challenges her family faced throughout their NICU experience. She opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of life in the NICU and the lessons she learned while navigating the complexities of neonatal care.

But Isabelle’s story doesn’t end when her NICU journey does. Her experience inspired her to launch Preemie Global Impact, a nonprofit focused on supporting families in underserved countries who are facing similar challenges.

Our conversation is a powerful reminder of the importance of community, advocacy, celebrating the small victories, and finding purpose in the experiences that change us.

So, whether you’re a NICU parent, a healthcare professional, an advocate, or simply someone who wants to better understand the NICU journey, I hope this conversation reminds you that even in the hardest moments, you are not alone.

Interested in connecting with Isabelle?

Website: www.preemieglobalimpact.org

Instagram: preemieglobalimpact.26

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🌍 About It’s a NICU World

It’s a NICU World is a community dedicated to supporting families navigating life in and beyond the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. From journals and advocacy to the Ask a NICU Mama Podcast, we’re here to bring real stories, hard truths, and hope to every NICU and medical family.

📘 Learn more: ⁠www.itsanicuworld.com⁠

📸Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@itsanicuworld⁠and @askanicumamapodcast2024

Check out our books:

It’s a NICU World

It’s a NICU World: Your Guide During your Babies NICU Stay

It’s a NICU World: Caring Beyond the NICU 12-MonthPlanner

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• Share this episode with another NICU parent or healthcare provider
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This week on the Ask a NICU Mama Podcast, host AshleyO’Neil is joined by Alexis Rhodes, a certified child life specialist and birth doula, for an honest conversation about birth, grief, NICU experiences, discharge, and what it really means to support the whole family.

We talk about preparing emotionally for birth, navigatinggrief, supporting siblings of medically complex children, and why the parent experience can sometimes get lost in the healthcare system.

Because going home doesn’t always mean the journey is over. You do not want to miss this episode.

Interested in connecting with Alexis?

Website: www.peoplemedicinellc.com

Instagram: people_medicine_llc LinkedIn People Medicine LLC: Home | LinkedIn

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🌍 About It’s a NICU World

It’s a NICU World is a community dedicated tosupporting families navigating life in and beyond the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. From journals and advocacy to the Ask a NICU Mama Podcast, we’re here to bring real stories, hard truths, and hope to every NICU andmedical family.

📘 Learn more: ⁠www.itsanicuworld.com⁠

📸Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@itsanicuworld⁠and @askanicumamapodcast2024

Check out our books: It’s a NICU World& It’s a NICU World: Your Guide During your Babies NICU Stay

🎙️Listen to more episodes: On your favorite podcastplatform

📣 Support the Show:

• Share this episode with another NICU parent or healthcare provider
• Follow the show on Instagram: ⁠@askanicumamapodcast2024⁠
• Leave a review

Interested in sponsoring an episode? Email ashleyoneil@itsanicuworld.com