Say What NICU Mama

Crystal J
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I am a mom of three preemies 👼🏾🧡💛and what shocked me the most being a parent of a NICU baby was how much they just don’t tell you about what you will experience and the impact of the decisions you are making on your baby’s behalf. So I decided to be that voice. I have studied biology and understand medical lingo. I am not a medical professional or a certified counselor, but I am a passionate parent willing to tell you what I know and help other parents be informed! Let’s find out what they don’t tell you!

  1. 06/16/2024

    4th Trimester Birth Plan: Mental Health

    Welcome back! In this last episode of the discussion about the 4th Trimester series, we explore why crafting a birthing plan for the fourth trimester is crucial. The 4th Trimester can be a very dynamic journey especially for those that have a baby prematurly. It’s important to be prepared considering all the ways you will need support during that time of transition and healing. Don’t forget to check out today’s episode sponsor Magic Mind at www.Magicmind.com/nicumama and use the discount code NICUMAMA20 for 20% your order or subscription. Want to check out the article discussed? Follow the link below: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5073632 All topics are for educational purposes and should not be used as medical advice. Please consult your doctor on any medical needs. Leave me a voicemail and possibly be featured on the podcast: https://anchor.fm/saywhatnicumama/message

    24 min

  2. 04/24/2024

    What to Include: Crafting Your Fourth Trimester Birthing Plan

    In this second episode of the discussion about the 4th Trimester series, we will explore some ideas of what we should add to the birthing plan after having a baby. The 4th Trimester can be a very dynamic journey especially for those that have a baby prematurly. It’s important to be prepared considering all the ways you will need support during that time of transition and healing. Don’t forget to check out today’s episode sponsor Magic Mind at www.Magicmind.com/nicumama and use the discount code NICUMAMA20 for 20% your order or subscription. Leave me a voicemail and possibly be featured on the podcast: https://anchor.fm/saywhatnicumama/message

    19 min

  3. 03/29/2024

    Why it Matters: Crafting a Fourth Trimester Birthing Plan

    Welcome back! In this first episode of the discussion about the 4th Trimester series, we explore why crafting a birthing plan for the fourth trimester is crucial. The 4th Trimester can be a very dynamic journey especially for those that have a baby prematurly. It’s important to be prepared considering all the ways you will need support during that time of transition and healing. Don’t forget to check out today’s episode sponsor Magic Mind at www.Magicmind.com/nicumama and use the discount code NICUMAMA20 for 20% your order or subscription. Leave me a voicemail and possibly be featured on the podcast: https://anchor.fm/saywhatnicumama/message

    34 min

  4. 01/31/2024

    The Good with the Bad

    Hey hey, today is heavy episode. Life got real real this week and I wanted to hold space to sit in those tough moments and emotions. Grab a box of tissues and join me in this introspective moment. Don’t forget to check out today’s episode sponsor Magic Mind at www.Magicmind.com/JANnicumama and use the discount code NICUMAMA20 for 20% your order or subscription. Leave me a voicemail and possibly be featured on the podcast: https://anchor.fm/saywhatnicumama/message

    19 min

  5. 01/23/2024

    Neonate/Fetal Surgeries

    Happy New Year! Let start the new year off talking about surgeries. We talk about early detection and what some of these neonate/ fetal surgeries entail. Don’t forget to check out today’s episode sponsor Magic Mind at www.Magicmind.com/JANnicumama and use the discount code NICUMAMA20 for 20% your order or subscription. Citations: Kavita Narang, Amro Elrefaei, Michelle A. Wyatt, Lindsay L. Warner, Ayssa Teles Abrao Trad, Leal G. Segura, Ellen Bendel-Stenzel, Edward S. Ahn, Katherine W. Arendt, M. Yasir Qureshi, Rodrigo Ruano, Fetal Surgery in the Era of SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic: A Single-Institution Review, Mayo Clinic Proceedings: Innovations, Quality & Outcomes, Volume 4, Issue 6, 2020, Pages 717-724, ISSN 2542-4548, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mayocpiqo.2020.08.001. (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S254245482030151X) https://columbiasurgery.org/conditions-and-treatments/fetal-and-neonatal-surgery Resources: https://www.marchofdimes.org/maternity-care-deserts-report https://www.hera-med.com/post/maternity-care-deserts-definitions-solutions-to-improve-prenatal-care-access Leave me a voicemail and possibly be featured on the podcast: https://anchor.fm/saywhatnicumama/message

    17 min

  6. 12/29/2023

    End of the Year Recap 2023

    It has been a journey! In this podcast we take a trip down memory lane and look forward to the future in 2024. Today’s sponsor is Magic Mind. Get a 20% discount using the discount code NICUMAMA20 at www.magicmind.com/nicumama ! Thanks for listening!!!

    20 min

  7. 11/30/2023

    Life After the NICU w/ Meghan from NICU Care Club

    Hello Everyone! I’m so excited to share this podcast today because we have our first “pass the mic” guest on the podcast, Meghan, founder of NICU Care Club. Hope this episode gives you a fresh and new perspective on a NICU experience and makes you smile. You can connect with Meghan on instagram @nicucareclub !

    43 min

  8. 07/10/2023

    Preeclampsia Awareness All Year Round

    Hey hey! Welcome back to the Say What NICU Podcast! Today we are discussing the late Olympic Athlete Tori Bowie and the need for preeclampsia awareness all year long. (Please excuse my morning voice on this one, lol) All information provided is not medical advise but for educational purposes. Please consult your doctor with any medical concerns. All resources are cited within the podcast.

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I am a mom of three preemies 👼🏾🧡💛and what shocked me the most being a parent of a NICU baby was how much they just don’t tell you about what you will experience and the impact of the decisions you are making on your baby’s behalf. So I decided to be that voice. I have studied biology and understand medical lingo. I am not a medical professional or a certified counselor, but I am a passionate parent willing to tell you what I know and help other parents be informed! Let’s find out what they don’t tell you!

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  • Creator
    Crystal J
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Crystal J
  • Show Website
    Say What NICU Mama