202 Navigating a NICU stay with the NICU Translator Mary Farrelly

Today Heidi interviewed Mary Farrelly, also known as the NICU translator. Here is a little more about Mary Farrelly and this episode.

In Mary's words: "Hi, I am Mary Farrelly - a certified NICU nurse, nurse educator, doula and the founder of The NICU Translator where I help to bring more joy and less trauma to a NICU experience through empowered education and individualized support. In today’s episode we discuss all things NICU including the different levels of NICU care, ways to prepare prenatally for a known NICU admission, tips for empowered parenting in the NICU and ways to support friends and family who experience a NICU stay."

 

3 Key takeaways from the podcast that listeners will learn today:

• The different levels of NICUs and common NICU diagnoses

• Ways to prepare prenatally for a potential NICU stay

• How to support a family experiencing a NICU stay

 

3 Keywords that people would want to search when looking for content that you would provide in this episode:

• NICU 

• NICU baby or NICU mom

• Preemie 

Here are the links to items I mentioned in the episode:

1. I am a NICU Mom: Coloring Through the NICU Journey

   • A therapeutic coloring book designed for NICU moms by a fellow NICU mom and NICU nurse, offering a creative outlet and moments of calm during a stressful time.

2. The NICU Notebook

   • A practical tool for parents to organize medical information, track progress, and record memories during their baby’s NICU stay.

3. Hello, Little Love: A Letter from a Parent to Their Baby in the NICU

   • This picture book celebrates the milestones of a NICU baby, offering encouragement and love to both parents and children.

4. Cradles of Courage

   • A heartwarming story that honors the bravery of NICU babies and their families, reminding them of their strength and resilience.

5. NICU Milestone Cards: a simple, easy way to remember the positives of the NICU experience and celebrate them through photos.

 

Mary Farrelly RN, BSN, RNC-NIC - I am a certified NICU nurse, nurse educator and trained doula who lives in Central Virginia. 

 

Ways families can work with me: 

Free Life After NICU Community: a private and safe space for NICU families to connect with each other while also having access to expert support and guidance.

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