#247 - The Essentials of Tiny Baby Care (ft. The Tiny Baby Collaborative Team)

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In this latest episode of The Incubator Podcast, hosts Ben and Daphna delve into the world of extremely preterm infants with a special focus on the Tiny Baby Collaborative. They are joined by an expert panel featuring Dr. Leeann Pavlek, a neonatologist from Nationwide Children's Hospital, Matt Rysavy, director of Learning Healthcare at UT Health Houston, and Courtney Vier, a mother with firsthand experience raising extremely preterm infants.

The discussion explores the challenges and advancements in caring for babies born at 22 to 23 weeks gestation, often referred to as "tiny babies." Dr. Pavlek shares insights from her research on developing and sustaining a small baby program, while Rashavi highlights the collaborative’s mission to optimize care through research and shared protocols. Courtney offers a deeply personal perspective, recounting her experience as a mother navigating the complexities of extreme prematurity.

The episode emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts, evidence-based practices, and family-centered care in improving outcomes for these vulnerable infants. Through thoughtful dialogue, the guests provide a comprehensive look at the ongoing efforts to support both clinicians and families caring for tiny babies.

As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below.

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