NICU and Beyond With Tracey and Stacey
52 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -This podcast will provide information about NICU for parents who have a baby in NICU or are anticipating a baby in NICU. Topics include Stressors of NICU, History of NICU, Equipment in NICU, and many other topics. Tracey is an OT specializing in NICU Babies with 26 years of experience. Stacey is a Certified NICU nurse with 32 Years of experience. New podcasts will be uploaded every Wednesday at 9 pm EST.
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Episodes
Podcast #53 HIE (Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy) in Newborns
May 28, 2024 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.59 MBThis episode defines what HIE is, the incidence of HIE and the possible signs. The podcast also discusses treatment protocols to decrease the long-term effects of HIE in newborns www.parentNICUconnection.com, https://PEDS.Thinkific.com
Podcast #52 Brachial Plexus Birth Injury
April 23, 2024 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.21 MBThis episode discusses what a brachial plexus is, how it is injured during a baby's birth. It simply discusses the different types of brachial plexus injuries that can occur. There are ways to protect a baby's brachial plexus injuries and how therapy can help a baby recover from this type of birth injury.
Podcast #51 Car Seat Safety
April 09, 2024 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.14 MBThis podcast discusses how to buy the appropriate car seat for your premature infant. It goes into detail how to safely buckle in your baby, what things you should avoid to keep your baby safe in their car seat. www.parentNICUconnection.com or https://PEDS.Thinkific.com
Podcast #50 Infant Assessments
March 19, 2024 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.91 MBThis podcast discusses how a newborn infant (full-term vs. premature) is assessed once born. The assessment is fairly comprehensive and informs parents about the body systems being assessed.
Podcast #49 What is Adjusted Age?
March 05, 2024 12:00 - 5 minutes - 5 MBThis podcast is about adjusted age with premature infants. Its defines what adjusted and chronological age and why adjusted age is important to a baby's development.
Podcast #48 Finding a Pediatrician For Your Premature Infant
February 20, 2024 12:00 - 8 minutes - 7.51 MBThis podcast discusses the top five questions to ask pediatricians in choosing the right pediatrician for your NICU graduate. What should a pediatrician's expertise be when dealing with a premature infant? Listen to this short, but informative podcast to ease your anxiety when choosing a pediatrician. www.parentNICUconnection.com https://PEDS.Thinkific.com
Podcast #47 Tongue and Lip Ties
January 30, 2024 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.54 MBThis podcast identifies and defines what is a lip or tongue tie.. It describes each and how it can affect feeding and speech. There are a few treatment options for parents if they decide that their baby needs intervention. Tracey has two websites: www.parentNICUconnection.com or https://PEDS.Thinkific.com
Podcast #46 Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS)
January 09, 2024 12:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBThis podcast discusses what Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome is and the signs and symptoms infants will go through. The podcast will tell about ways to help calm/console babies and the medicines used to help babies through drug withdrawal. For more information, go to: www.parentNICUconnection.com or https://PEDS.Thinkific.com
Podcast #45 Periventricular Leukomalacia
December 26, 2023 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.12 MBThis podcast discusses what periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) is and how it relates to prematurity. It defines what PVL is and what to look for and when you should have your baby seen if showing signs for this condition
Podcast #44 Retinopathy of Prematurity
December 11, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes - 8.65 MBThe podcast defines Retinopathy of Prematurity or ROP, the cause of ROP. It also discusses the different stages of ROP, as well as, the treatments available to help babies who have ROP.
Podcast #43 World Prematurity Awareness Month
November 17, 2023 12:00 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBThis episode is about World Prematurity Awareness month and National Prematurity Day which is 11/17/2023. It discusses the importance of technology and treatment to try to decrease the incidence of premature birth. Some interesting facts about prematurity are discussed and where you can find more information/assistance about prematurity.
Podcast 42 RSV and New Vaccine
November 09, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBThe episode talks about RSV and how it can cause severe respiratory issues in all small babies/children, especially premature infants. There is a new vaccine out to help not only infants/small children but also for adults over the age of 60
Podcast #41 NICU Evacuation Plans
October 27, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 8.17 MBThis podcast talks about the different types of NICU evacuation plans that may be used in case of a disaster or emergency. Parents can feel confident that their baby is going to be evacuated safely
Podcast #40 In Memory of Our Moms
August 11, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBThis episode discusses the attributes of motherhood and is dedicated to Tracey and Stacey's moms, who passed away in May and April. They share the practical attributes that influenced them throughout their lives and will cherish forever.
Podcast #39 Red Flags For Developmental Delays in Babies
June 06, 2023 11:00 - 7 minutes - 7.01 MBThis podcast discusses the major red flags parents should look for if their baby isn't meeting developmental milestones for the first year of life.
NICU Mom Guilt
April 26, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.69 MBThis episode discusses mom guilt as it applies to NICU moms and dads. It provides effective ways to get rid of the guilt that parents may feeling-finding support, journaling, taking care of yourself.
Podcast #37 Grief In the NICU Part 2
March 29, 2023 04:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBThis episode discusses when a baby does die in the NICU and how stuff can help during this process. Podcast is about different resources to help grieving families and how taking photos, giving last bath, and having support is crucial while you are in the grieving process
Podcast#36 Grief in the NICU Part 1
March 15, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes - 10 MBThis episode talks about grief..grief that comes with the loss of control over many aspects when a baby is in the NICU. Gives a few ways to deal with this kind of grief.
Podcast #36 NICU Parents and EI
February 22, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes - 8.4 MBThis podcast discusses what EI therapists need to know when receiving a former NICU baby in EI
Part 2 NICU Parent Mental Health
January 25, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MBThis episode discusses on anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder in many NICU parents. It also has many support groups and resources available when needing emotional/mental health as a NICU parent
Podcast #33 Mental Health In NICU Parents
December 14, 2022 12:00 - 5 minutes - 5.48 MBThis episode discusses Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression in NICU parents. It provides signs and symptoms of each and when to get help
Podcast #32 Transitioning Your Baby Home From the NICU Part 2
November 26, 2022 12:00 - 9 minutes - 8.54 MBThis podcast discusses topics that are necessary to know when bringing your baby home from the NICU-safe sleep, Early Intervention, Tummy Time to name a few
Podcast #31 Apnea and Bradycardia in Premature Infants
October 24, 2022 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBThis episode explains what apnea and bradycardia mean in simple terms and why does it happen in premature infants. This also discusses the use of apnea monitors, as well as, how to keep these episodes from happening
Podcast #30 Just Us...
September 30, 2022 11:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBThis podcast celebrates the 30th episode of us launching the podcast 1 year ago! Stacey and Tracey discuss their journey into the NICU and how it has blessed them
Podcast #29 Signs and Symptoms of Illness in Premature Infants
September 07, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.94 MBThis brief episode is describing signs and symptoms of acute illness in premature and small children.
Podcast #28 Coming Home from NICUChecklist Part 1
August 24, 2022 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBThis podcast is about going through the list of items that both the baby and the parents need to complete before bringing their baby home from the NICU
Podcast #26 Why A Sleep Consultant?
July 13, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.85 MBThis podcast talks about the responsibilities of being a sleep consultant as well as , the biggest reasons why parents/caregivers seek out a sleep consultant
Podcast #25 Frank Discussion with a NICU Parent
June 29, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBThis episode is a live on FB group "NICU and Beyond with Tracey and Stacey" with a current NICU parent. She discusses the stress of bringing her baby home after almost 10 months in the NICU
Podcast #24 Emotional and Mental Health in NICU Parents
June 22, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.82 MBThis podcast talks about NICU parents having higher incidence of mental distress, anxiety, baby blues and post partum depression. These are all defined with some solutions to help parents
Podcast #23 Bottle Feeding in the NICU-Part 2
June 12, 2022 13:00 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MBThis podcast is part 2 of the bottle feeding systems frequently used and a description of each
Podcast #22Effects of Sensory Deficits in Feeding
May 25, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.3 MBThis episodes talks about the physical and emotions reasons why babies/small children won't eat. The myths around feeding and the definition of hypersensitivity/hyposensitivity effects on feeding
Podcast #21 Primary Bottles in the NICU
May 04, 2022 11:00 - 8 minutes - 7.54 MBThis podcast talks about some of the most popular bottle systems used in the NICU. There are so many on the market today, and wanted to talk about the top 4 used in NICU's
Podcast #20 Feeding in the NICU
April 20, 2022 11:00 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MBThis brief podcast discusses the signs of readiness to eat orally for bottle or breastfeeding. Also what signs does baby show when they are done eating and signals of stress while eating
Podcast#19 NICU Triage Questions
April 06, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.9 MBThis podcast discusses what a NICU triage is and appropriate questions of when, where, why your baby may need to be triaged in the NICU
Podcast#18FeedingTermsintheNICU
March 30, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.26 MBThis episode talks about the different types of feeding a premature infant may have-Q3, Q4, ad lib feedings and what are the charracteristics of each.
Podcast #17 Developmental Positioning in the NICU
March 23, 2022 11:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBThis episode talks about why developmental positioning is crucial to the development of the infant's neurological and muscular system. It also discusses how to empower parents in learning how and why positioning is so important. If baby's are not positioned correctly while in the NICU, then they can develop muscular deformities that can delay motor development
Podcast #16 Friends, siblings and pets 3.3.3033
March 09, 2022 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.21 MBThis podcast talks about how to prepare siblings and pets for the arrival of the newborn. It has helpful hints to help new and seasoned parents
Podcast#15TummyTime
March 02, 2022 12:00 - 7 minutes - 6.42 MBThis podcast discusses what tummy time is and why it is important to all babies, whether premature or full-term. This provides quick tidbits on how to do tummy time and what your baby should be doing from birth to 6 months
Medications Given Right After Birth
February 23, 2022 12:00 - 8 minutes - 8.17 MBThis episode talks about the two medicines given after birth, vitamin K and Erythromycin for baby's eyes
Podcast#13 Shaken Baby Syndrome
February 16, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.18 MBThis podcast defines shaken baby syndrome, its causes and the symptoms that parents usually see with the babies after they are shaken. There are steps to be taken if you suspect your baby has been shaken
Podcast #12 Preemie Developmental Milestones
February 02, 2022 14:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBThis podcast talks about how preemie babies differ from full term babies when achieving developmental milestones. Discusses milestones from birth-18 months
Podcast#11SafeSleepPractices
January 27, 2022 02:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBThis podcast discusses safe sleep practices in the NICU and home. It also provides AAP guidelines and ABC;s of safe sleep
Why Is Sleep So Important
January 20, 2022 02:00 - 8 minutes - 7.53 MBThis podcast talks about why sleep is so important to everyone, especially premature/full-term infants. It provides sleep tips to parents in trying to set up positive sleep habits around wake windows
5 Myths of Infant Sleep
January 13, 2022 02:00 - 5 minutes - 4.75 MBThis podcast is about why infant sleep is so important. It also goes into the 5 sleep myths of infant sleep that parents fall back on
Baby Home Safety Monitors
December 23, 2021 02:00 - 7 minutes - 6.21 MBThis podcast discusses three types of home safety monitors as it relates to SIDS. This podcast also discusses the AAP thoughts on home baby monitors
Podcast#7Parent Resources
December 09, 2021 02:00 - 8 minutes - 8.14 MBThis podcast is different ways to provide NICU parent supports such as local/state NICU support groups, large and small organizations. It also discusses ways to use social media as a means of support
Kcare in the NICU and home
December 02, 2021 02:00 - 7 minutes - 6.68 MBThis podcast discusses the history of Kangaroo Care, how is it done in the NICU and the benefits of k-care to infants,as well as, the parents
What are the different beds in the NICU?
November 25, 2021 02:00 - 10 minutes - 9.62 MBThis podcast talks about the different types of beds that your baby may be in while in the NICU
NICU Discharge-Help Transitioning Home
November 18, 2021 02:00 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBThis episode deals with helpful ideas, tips to make the transition from NICU to home a bit less stressful
Parent and Baby stress in the NICU
November 11, 2021 02:00 - 7 minutes - 6.44 MBDiscussion of stressors for both parents and babies while in NICU.