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Empowering NICU Parents' Podcast

Nicole E Nyberg
Dr. Brown's Medical
Breastfeeding
NICU
Infant-Driven Feeding
Infant Driven Feeding Program
Infant Feeding Clinic
Wave Of Light
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Family Integrated Care
Premature Birth
Neuroprotection
Infant-Driven Feeding Program
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day
Family-Centered Care
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
Prematurity
Today Is a Good Day
Family Centered Care
NICU Journal
Presence Study Toolkit

Is your baby currently in the NICU? Was your baby born prematurely? Or is your term baby in the NICU for high jaundice levels, low blood sugars, or because they have some Respiratory Distress and need oxygen or additional support? Are you wondering what in the heck is a small baby unit or kangaroo care? Why do NICUs use donor breast milk and what on earth does RDS, BPD, IVH, NEC, ETT, CPAP, HFNC, ... more

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What if one of the greatest gifts we can give a baby in the NICU isn't something we give to the baby at all—but something we give to their parents?

In this episode of the Empowering NICU Parents Podcast, host Nicole Nyberg, MSN, APRN, NNP-BC, is joi... more

The Presence Study Toolkit is here—and it's more than a resource. It's a roadmap for transforming family-centered care in the NICU.

In this episode of the Empowering NICU Parents Podcast, Nicole Nyberg is joined by Fabiana Bacchini, Executive Direct... more

Beyond the NICU: How Small Moments Shape a Developing Brain

How early experiences and neuroprotective care shape brain development and long-term outcomes

What happens in the NICU does not end at discharge. In this episode, we take a deeper look at t... more

In this episode, the roles are reversed. Nicole Nyberg steps out from behind the microphone and into the guest seat as she joins Martha Sharkey on the NICU Today Podcast to share the story behind Empowering NICU Parents — and the why that continues t... more

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Recent Guests

Liz Barker
Former NICU parent, NICU advocate
Sarasota County School Board (via background)
Episode: More Than Feeding: How the Infant-Driven Feeding® Program Empowers NICU Parents
Fabiana Bacchini
Executive Director, Canadian Premature Babies Foundation; parent advocate and NICU family advocate
Canadian Premature Babies Foundation
Episode: The Presence Study Toolkit: Helping NICUs Translate Evidence into Practice
Martha Sharkey
Host of NICU Today Podcast, guest on this episode
NICU Today
Episode: The Why Behind Empowering NICU Parents
Jamie Summers
Former NICU nurse, now neonatal nurse practitioner; organizer of the Wave of Light event in Gibson City, Illinois
Wave of Light organizer (Gibson City)
Episode: Wave of Light: Finding Light After Loss
Amy Stanford
Clinical assistant professor in neonatology at University of Iowa
University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
Episode: Culture, Belief, and a Committed Team: The University of Iowa NICU Redefines What’s Possible
Patrick McNamara
Neonatologist at University of Iowa
University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
Episode: Culture, Belief, and a Committed Team: The University of Iowa NICU Redefines What’s Possible
Mollie Keen
Proud mother of Nash, NICU survivor
Nash Keen family
Episode: Hope Against All Odds: Nash Keen’s Journey as the Most Premature Infant to Survive
Elisa Doherty
Licensed and registered occupational therapist, certified neonatal therapist, lactation consultant, small baby care specialist
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
Episode: Bridging Gaps, Building Connections: The Infant Feeding Journey
Lisa Kleinz
Speech pathologist, Developmental Care Specialist, Certified Lactation Specialist, Neonatal Therapist
Dr. Brown's Medical
Episode: Bridging Gaps, Building Connections: The Infant Feeding Journey

Host

Nicole Nyberg
Host with NICU nursing and parental perspective, leading discussions on family-centered care and practical guidance for NICU families.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Awesome info for NICU parents

    A great resource to have throughout the NICU journey. I like being able to listen to episodes on specific topics as we encounter those issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lupa4452
    United States4 years ago
  • What all NICU mamas need

    Thank you so much for this podcast. It makes the NICU journey feel less lonely

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    caitlin strempel
    United States5 years ago

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Clear, practical guidance for families navigating NICU journeys.
Episodes balance empathy with evidence-based strategies for care and feeding.
Feels like a supportive resource for NICU parents and clinicians seeking family-centered approaches.
Guests bring credible clinical and advocacy perspectives.

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Wave of Light: Finding Light After Loss
Q: How did Peyton's story inspire the Wave of Light event in Gibson City, and how can others participate?
Peyton's memory became a catalyst for a local tribute that grew into a public, worldwide memorial; others can participate by sharing their baby's name for luminaries, attending local events, or lighting a candle at 7 p.m. on October 15th.
Wave of Light: Finding Light After Loss
Q: Can you tell us what Wave of Light is and why it's meaningful for families who have experienced infant loss?
Wave of Light is a global remembrance where families light candles at 7 p.m. their local time to honor babies lost too soon, creating a shared moment of connection and visibility that acknowledges grief and fosters community support.
Culture, Belief, and a Committed Team: The University of Iowa NICU Redefines What’s Possible
Q: How has the program at Iowa changed the care of extremely preterm infants and what makes it transferable to other centers?
Patrick McNamara explains that culture and unified beliefs, combined with standardized guidelines and precision-based care, underpin success, and while practices may be transferable, adaptations to local infrastructure and staffing are essential.
Culture, Belief, and a Committed Team: The University of Iowa NICU Redefines What’s Possible
Q: What first drew you to neonatology and what path led you to the University of Iowa?
Amy Stanford describes a clear calling to pediatrics and the NICU, shaped by early experiences and a desire to help babies get home and thrive, which led her to Iowa through training and specialized fellowships in hemodynamics.
The Why Behind Empowering NICU Parents
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself and how you got into nursing and the NICU?
Martha explains a long arc from a love of babies to nursing, training as an NICU clinician, and eventually becoming a NICU-focused presenter and author; she highlights the value of empathy, continuous learning, and how personal experiences with the NICU shaped her clinical approach and advocacy.

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What is Empowering NICU Parents' Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on families navigating the NICU journey with a strong emphasis on family-centered care, parental involvement, and practical guidance for both clinicians and parents. Across episodes, listeners hear about translating evidence into bedside practice, minimizing stress through connected care, and actionable strategies for feeding, bonding, and neurodevelopment. A notable through-line is elevating parents as essential members of the care team and translating research into real-world improvements for small babies. The format often blends personal stories with expert insights from clinicians, therapists, and parent advocates, making it helpful for both families and professionals seeking practical, implementable approaches in NICU... more

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1. Liz Barker
2. Fabiana Bacchini
3. Martha Sharkey
4. Jamie Summers
5. Amy Stanford
6. Patrick McNamara
7. Mollie Keen
8. Elisa Doherty

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