Preparing for a NICU Stay: What Families and Doulas Need to Know with Mary Farrelly

In this episode, I speak with Mary Farrelly, a certified Level IV NICU nurse and trained doula, about the crucial topic of navigating the NICU.

We dive into:

• What is the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit)?
• How common is it for a baby to need NICU support?
• Essential tips on how families can prepare for a NICU stay in advance (even for an unexpected stay).
• The invaluable role doulas play in supporting families through their NICU journey.

Whether you're expecting or already facing a NICU stay, this episode provides the insights and guidance you need to feel empowered and supported during this challenging time.

Connect and learn with Mary:

Registration is OPEN for Navigating the NICU for Doulas! Click the links below to register for one of the sessions.

Navigating the NICU for Doulas [August 14+15]
Navigating the NICU for Doulas [September 13+14]

• Life After NICU Membership for families
• Free NICU Discharge Checklist
• https://www.thenicutranslator.com/
• @thenicutranslator

Is your provider really VBAC supportive? Take the QUIZ now to see how they measure up.

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• Quiz - Is Your Provider VBAC Supportive?: https://thehannahgill.com/quiz
• First 3 Steps to VBAC Guide: https://www.thehannahgill.com/firststeps
• Doula VBAC and Repeat Cesarean Guide: https://www.thehannahgill.com/newdoulatips