Invisible No More: Fathers in the NICU

In this episode, we sit with Dr. Sheehan David Fisher and Dr. Tova Walsh to explore the often-overlooked experience of fathers and non-birthing partners in the NICU and the critical role they play in perinatal mental health. Time Stamps 00.00 Introduction to NICU Parental Mental Health 02:59 The Role of Fathers in NICU Experiences 06:47 Overlooked Fathers:Cultural and Systemic Barriers 11:18 Dual Identity of Non-Birthing Parents 17:57 Emotional Impact of NICU on Fathers 24:49 Parental Mental Health and Infant Outcomes 29:02 Policy Changes and Cultural Shifts Needed 34:02 Innovative Programs Supporting Fathers 39:05 Hope for the Future of Research and Inclusion Resources: Dr. Sheehan David Fisher Dr. Tova Walsh The DAD Project NICU Parent Network (NPN)