{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Micro Preemie at 25 Weeks: A NICU Mom\u2019s Journey","description":"This week's guest opens up about the shock of an emergency C-section at 25 weeks and 3 days, the fear of entering the NICU for the first time, and the powerful role Child Life Specialists played in supporting not only Vincent, but their entire family, including his older brother. She reflects on what helped her cope during long NICU days, how she advocated for herself using her healthcare background, and what she wishes she had known about the \u201cmedically complex\u201d label sooner. This episode explores sibling bonding in the NICU, the impact of a truly integrated care team, the importance of addressing social determinants of health, and how resilience can grow in the smallest of patients. Anna\u2019s story is a beautiful reminder that families may not remember every name\u2014but they will always remember how they were made to feel. Today\u2019s Episode is sponsored by Moog Medical.&amp;nbsp;Moog Medical is a trusted leader in infusion and enteral feeding technology, designing reliable, easy-to-use pumps that support safe, precise care for patients with complex medical needs\u2014at home and in healthcare settings. Resources Mentioned Today's Episode:  Hand to Hold March of Dimes Ronald McDonald House Caringbridge  Connect with Anna: Anna is open to connecting with other NICU families\u2014please email us at podcast@childlifeoncall.com if you would like to connect with her! Connect &amp;amp; Support from Child Life On Call:   Subscribe: Never miss an episode on&amp;nbsp;Apple Podcasts&amp;nbsp;or&amp;nbsp;Spotify.     Visit&amp;nbsp;insidethechildrenshospital.com&amp;nbsp;to search stories and episodes easily    Follow us&amp;nbsp;on Instagram&amp;nbsp;for updates and opportunities to connect with other parents    Download SupportSpot: receive Child Life tools at your fingertips.    Leave a Review: It helps other families find us and access our resources!   Medical information provided is not a substitute for professional advice\u2014please consult your care team. Keywords: micro preemie, NICU journey, 25 week preemie, medically complex child, chronic lung disease in children, antepartum hospitalization, emergency C-section, sibling support in NICU, child life specialist, Ronald McDonald House, Hand to Hold, March of Dimes, NICU discharge, parenting after the NICU, medical motherhood, resilience in children, premature birth support, Midwest NICU mom ","author_name":"Inside the Children's Hospital","author_url":"http:\/\/insidethechildrenshospital.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40127520\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40127520"}