Maternity Matters

GABRIELA RIETHMILLER
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Riley Children's Health is changing the way moms and babies are cared for in Indiana. This podcast will give listeners a glimpse into the new Maternity and Newborn Health Tower as well as spotlight topics for expectant and new parents.

  1. 07/19/2023

    Patient stories: pregnancy after a loss

    Lauren Hall-Riggins lost her first baby when she was 33 weeks and one day pregnant. "It the greatest anguish, shock and pain," Lauren said. She eventually turned to the Kate Cares Stillbirth Assessment Program, from Riley Children's Health, to learn what may have caused this tragic outcome. The team was able to investigate and informed Lauren that there were no conditions that would cause subsequent pregnancies to have the same outcome. When Lauren became pregnant with her rainbow baby, she turned to the Riley Maternal Fetal Medicine team. She says their care and compassion helped navigate the anxiety she felt after losing her first baby.

    16 min

  2. 10/26/2022

    Indiana report on maternal mortality finds increase in number of deaths, most happened in postpartum period

    The latest Indiana Maternal Mortality Report found there were 92 pregnancy-associated deaths in 2020 happening during pregnancy or within one year of the end of pregnancy. The expert committee also found that 79 percent of these deaths were preventable.  Dr. Carrie Rouse, medical director for Riley Maternity Services and member of the committee, joined us on this episode to delve into the findings of this report. She shared the most noticeable trends in these deaths and how additional support for maternity patients could make a positive impact in the future.

    9 min

  3. 10/20/2022

    Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month discussion

    October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Rebekah Delaney, director of the Riley Maternity Tower bereavement program, joins us to discuss the support available to families experiencing this type of loss and ways loved ones can be there for these parents in a positive way.  The bereavement program, known as Pathways to Hope, is also hosting an event for the public this weekend called "Light the Night" which will involve a candlelight vigil for the children parents have lost. More information on the event can be found here: https://give.rileykids.org/event/light-the-night-perinatal-and-infant-loss-candle-lighting-memorial/e419544

    17 min

  4. 09/19/2022

    How the Riley team treats infants with jaundice

    Newborns are routinely screened for high bilirubin levels, which allows the medical team to determine any risk of jaundice. This condition is accompanied by a yellowing of the skin. Left untreated, jaundice can cause some serious issues.  For the babies who do experience jaundice, there are effective treatments that are carried out either at the hospital or at home.  Riley neonatal nurse practitioner Katelyn Redman joined us for a discussion about what parents should know if their newborn falls into this category.

    9 min

  5. 08/29/2022

    Things to know before a c-section

    According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, one in three babies are born via cesarean section (c-section). While some of these types of deliveries are scheduled ahead of time, other patients require a c-section in a more emergent situation.  In this episode, we hear from a Riley labor and delivery nurse who has cared for many c-section patients. She shares the reasons a patient may require a c-section, the steps to preparing a patient for a c-section and an overview of what recovery is like after this type of delivery.

    12 min

  6. 08/01/2022

    What to expect during the 20-week ultrasound

    As you near the halfway point of your pregnancy, you will be scheduled for a 20-week ultrasound. This appointment allows your provider to get a clear view of the baby and check for any abnormalities. Some patients are referred to Riley's maternal fetal medicine team for additional consultation.  Dr. Anthony Shanks is one of the Riley maternal fetal medicine physicians. He provides insight into what happens during the 20-week anatomy scan and what parents can expect.

    11 min

  7. 07/25/2022

    Physical and occupational therapy for maternity patients at Riley Hospital for Children

    Physical and occupational therapy is available to pregnant patients in the Riley Maternity Tower. From high-risk pregnancy mothers who are hospitalized for weeks to the patients recovering from a c-section, these therapies can make a big difference in their recovery experience.  Lauren Broniarczyk, physical therapist, and Kelly Salter, occupational therapist, discuss the ways they interact with these patients each day.

    21 min

  8. 07/12/2022

    What is NEC? What parents of premature babies should know

    What is NEC?  Necrotizing enterocolitis is a condition that can impact babies born prematurely. The condition can severely impact a baby's intestines. Often, surgical intervention is required.  We spoke with Dr. Troy Markel, a Riley pediatric surgeon, about how the surgical team jumps in action to help these patients.

    15 min
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Riley Children's Health is changing the way moms and babies are cared for in Indiana. This podcast will give listeners a glimpse into the new Maternity and Newborn Health Tower as well as spotlight topics for expectant and new parents.

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  • Creator
    GABRIELA RIETHMILLER
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © GABRIELA RIETHMILLER
  • Show Website
    Maternity Matters