Modern Mom Probs Support for NICU Parents: The Importance of Empathy and Hope with Jodi Klaristenfeld
Having a premature baby or a newborn who spends time in the NICU can be a traumatic and emotional experience for parents.
In this week’s episode, Tara speaks with Jodi Klaristenfeld, founder of FLRRiSH, a platform that offers support and resources for parents of premature babies. Jodi shares her personal story of having a premature baby due to a rare and life-threatening form of preeclampsia and HELLP syndrome, and how she created FLRRiSH to help other NICU parents. Tara shares her own experience of being a NICU mom as well.
The conversation highlights the need for more awareness and resources for parents of preemies, and the crucial role that support plays in their journey. Over 80% of NICU parents have some type of mental health issue within the first five years after their child's NICU stay, yet there is not enough support for parents in this situation.
Jodi emphasizes that being a NICU parent is a beautiful experience because it allows for a unique bonding experience with your child, but it also comes with its challenges and emotional toll. She encourages parents to seek help for themselves and their children without shame and not to compare their child's progress to others.
If this story resonates with you or if you want to learn more on how to support NICU parents, listen to this episode.
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