From Rollercoasters to Carousels Navigating Common NICU Emotions

In this episode, we sit down with Gigi Khonyongwa-Fernandez, a NICU, bereaved, and special needs mother. Together, we unpack the intense emotional ride many NICU, bereaved, and special needs parents experience and imagine a gentler kind of journey. Gigi reminds us that you are not alone and you can choose the carousel – one emotion, one breath, one step at a time. Time Stamps 00.00 Introduction to NICU Parental Mental Health 02:54 The Journey of Healing After Trauma 06:35 Personal Experiences with NICU and Loss 14:50 Searching for Healing and Understanding 19:10 A Metaphor for Healing 23:28 Blending Personal and Professional Experiences 30:18 The Importance of Individual Healing Journeys List of resources, suggested materials and social media handles: Gigi Khonyongwa-Fernandez NICU Parent Network (NPN)