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.

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.

Where we discuss how she implements adaptive music lessons for students of all ages and abilities.

Board Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist, and mom of two, one of whom had a NICU stay

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.

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!

Hand to Hold is dedicated to providing emotional support, education, and community to parents who have had a child in the NICU or have experienced the loss of a baby in the NICU.

Deb Malkoff-Cohen, a seasoned Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator, brings her expertise in pediatric nutrition to families by innovatively spooning nutritional wisdom into young bellies, emphasizing the importance of healthy transitions from the NICU.

Felecia Hatcher, CEO at Black Ambition, shares her insights on navigating the NICU journey as a 2x NICU Grad parent and emphasizes the importance of community, advocacy, and self-care during this impactful experience.