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the NICU ALUMNI resource library
38 | Empowering NICU Parents with Nicole Nyberg a NICU NP and NICU Mom
Hear from a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and Micropreemie NICU Mom.
37 | Family-Centered Care in the NICU and Beyond with Cristal Grogan
Cristal’s story highlights the importance of parent advocacy and education in navigating complex medical and mental health needs.
36 | The Baby Steps Program: A Transition of Care Model Supporting Families After the NICU
The Nurse Led Baby Steps model provides critical support to families during the acute period of transition from NICU to home - a time that is often filled with excitement AND overwhelm for caregivers.
34 | Tube Feeding After the NICU and Transitioning to Oral Feeds with Darla Vazquez
Darla talks about her work in helping families transition their children from G-tube feeding to oral eating, providing resources and guidance for parents in similar situations.
29 | An Interview with Music Therapist Alexa Marsellos
Where we discuss how she implements adaptive music lessons for students of all ages and abilities.
28 | Talking about our three bonus senses with Brittany Aquart
Board Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist, and mom of two, one of whom had a NICU stay
26 | NICU Parent, Artist, and Momma Mental Health Advocate, Savannah Jane O’Malley
Savannah Jane O'Malley, a devoted mother of three former preemies, including twin boys born significantly premature, shares her journey of resilience and discovery as she navigated the NICU experience, finding her calling as an advocate for families facing similar trials and spreading hope through her art and storytelling.
25 | A Conversation with Jennifer Degl, Author, Speaker, Maternal & Neonatal Health Advocate
Jennifer described coming home from the NICU with one word: Scary. We wish this weren’t be the case but it happens all the time!
helpful links
NICU Alumni is proud to serve NICU grads and their families—and we’re not alone. There are amazing groups and organizations that can also support you while you’re still in the NICU, during your transition home, and into the future.
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CDC: What Is Early Intervention?
Early Intervention Contact Info by State (CDC)
Jack’s Basket - support for new diagnosis of Down syndrome
Pathways.org - a valuable resource offering free materials to help you understand developmental milestones and age-appropriate activities
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The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
How to Find a Special Education Advocate
The ARC - supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supporting their full inclusion.
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Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST)
Me Two Books - This blog contains book reviews and activities for the family.
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