Every year, thousands of babies are born into the chaos of opioid addiction—fragile, frightened, and in need of care. Tara Sundem, founder and executive director of Hushabye Nursery, has dedicated her life to giving these babies—and their mothers—a fighting chance. Through her work, she has already saved over 1,000 babies, transforming not just their lives, but the lives of their families.Through her work, Tara reminds us that every family deserves support, understanding, and a chance to thrive. Her stories will move you, her belief will uplift you, and her mission will leave you with a renewed sense of what’s possible when care meets heart.
BIO:
Tara Sundem, RN, NNP-BC, MS is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, educator, and advocate dedicated to supporting pregnant and parenting mothers in recovery from opioid use disorders. She is the Executive Director and co-founder of Hushabye Nursery, a pioneering program in Arizona that provides compassionate care and resources for families affected by neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS).
Tara began her nursing career at Banner Children’s Hospital and went on to specialize in neonatology, earning her Master’s in Neonatal Nurse Practitioner from Arizona State University. Over the years, she has worked in multiple hospitals and practices across Arizona, providing care to the most vulnerable newborns and their families.
In addition to her clinical work, Tara is an adjunct professor at the University of Arizona, sharing her expertise with the next generation of healthcare professionals. She has been featured in news stories and invited to speak at local and national conferences on NAS, maternal recovery, and stigma reduction. Through her work at Hushabye Nursery, Tara is driving innovative approaches to care and education, helping families thrive while advocating for systemic change in support for mothers in recovery.
RESOURCES/ REFERENCES:
https://www.facebook.com/hushabyenursery/
Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals for their specific situations.
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