Podcast #49 What is Adjusted Age?

This podcast is about adjusted age with premature infants. Its defines what adjusted and chronological age and why adjusted age is important to a baby's development.

This podcast discusses the top five questions to ask pediatricians in choosing the right pediatrician for your NICU graduate. What should a pediatrician's expertise be when dealing with a premature infant? Listen to this short, but informative podcast to ease your anxiety when choosing a pediatrician. www.parentNICUconnection.com https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This podcast identifies and defines what is a lip or tongue tie.. It describes each and how it can affect feeding and speech. There are a few treatment options for parents if they decide that their baby needs intervention. Tracey has two websites: www.parentNICUconnection.com or https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This podcast discusses what Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome is and the signs and symptoms infants will go through. The podcast will tell about ways to help calm/console babies and the medicines used to help babies through drug withdrawal. For more information, go to: www.parentNICUconnection.com or https://PEDS.Thinkific.com

This podcast discusses what periventricular leukomalacia (PVL) is and how it relates to prematurity. It defines what PVL is and what to look for and when you should have your baby seen if showing signs for this condition

The podcast defines Retinopathy of Prematurity or ROP, the cause of ROP. It also discusses the different stages of ROP, as well as, the treatments available to help babies who have ROP.

This episode is about World Prematurity Awareness month and National Prematurity Day which is 11/17/2023. It discusses the importance of technology and treatment to try to decrease the incidence of premature birth. Some interesting facts about prematurity are discussed and where you can find more information/assistance about prematurity.

The episode talks about RSV and how it can cause severe respiratory issues in all small babies/children, especially premature infants. There is a new vaccine out to help not only infants/small children but also for adults over the age of 60

This podcast talks about the different types of NICU evacuation plans that may be used in case of a disaster or emergency. Parents can feel confident that their baby is going to be evacuated safely

This episode discusses the attributes of motherhood and is dedicated to Tracey and Stacey's moms, who passed away in May and April. They share the practical attributes that influenced them throughout their lives and will cherish forever.