Child Life On Call: Parents Of Children With An Illness Or Medical Condition Share Their Stories With A Child Life Specialist

Empowering NICU Parents: Kimberly Reyes Shares Her Advocacy Journey If you're feeling helpless and overwhelmed in your NICU journey, despite trying to be involved and advocate for your baby, then you are not alone! It can be frustrating when your requests and concerns are not heard or acted upon by healthcare providers, and you may feel like you have no control over your baby's care. You may be spending countless hours researching and asking questions, but still feel like you're not making progress. It's important to know that your feelings are valid and that there are ways to increase your involvement and advocacy in your baby's care. In this episode, you will be able to: Unravel the art of parental advocacy and participation in a NICU setting. Probe into the emotional and psychological toll of having a child with complex medical needs. Discern the value of empathy in delivering exceptional patient-oriented healthcare. Understand the importance of flexibility and adaptability in the practices of healthcare