

The Incubator
Ben Courchia & Daphna Yasova Barbeau
A weekly discussion about new evidence in neonatal care and the fascinating individuals who make this progress possible. Hosted by Dr. Ben Courchia and Dr. Daphna Yasova Barbeau.
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Oct 23, 2024 • 52min
#249 - 👶 The NICU is not just for preemies | Adriane's journey with her daughter born with CCAM/CPAM
Send us a textIn this episode of Beyond The Beeps, host Leah Jayanetti speaks with Adriane Rodriguez, a mother whose daughter, Viviana, was born with Congenital Pulmonary Airway Malformation (CPAM), a rare lung condition. Adriane shares the emotional journey of discovering Viviana's condition during pregnancy, navigating complex medical decisions, and spending months in and out of hospitals, including time at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Adriane recounts the difficult decisions they faced, including the possibility of fetal surgery and the uncertainty about Viviana's ability to survive outside the womb. Viviana's eventual birth was a moment of triumph as she defied expectations, breathing on her own and crying—a miracle after months of anxiety. Adriane discusses the challenges of NICU life, from not being able to hold her daughter to managing Viviana's recovery after surgery. She also reflects on the importance of hope, resilience, and self-care for parents in the NICU, urging them to lean on their support systems. Viviana is now a thriving nine-year-old, embodying the strength and determination she displayed from the moment she was born. This heartfelt episode provides hope and comfort to parents facing similar journeys.Support the showAs 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. Enjoy!

Oct 20, 2024 • 1h 18min
#248 - 📑 Journal Club - The Complete Episode from October 20th 2024
Send us a textIn the latest episode of the Journal Club on The Incubator Podcast, Ben and Daphna dive into a fascinating lineup of articles that are sure to spark your interest. Kicking things off, they explore the concept of teleneonatology and its potential to enhance neonatal resuscitation in resource-limited settings. Ben discusses a randomized simulation trial led by Sam Gentle, which compares the outcomes of teleneonatal resuscitation versus routine resuscitation for preterm infants. The conversation digs into the pros, cons, and implications for clinical practice, especially regarding the effectiveness of remote guidance during high-risk deliveries.Daphna follows up with a review of a pilot study on virtual reality-based simulations for neonatal resuscitation training, offering an exciting glimpse into the future of education and training for NICU teams. The episode also tackles the neurodevelopmental risks for babies exposed to maternal motor vehicle accidents, providing a sobering discussion on the long-term impacts. Whether you're intrigued by innovative solutions like VR training or curious about new clinical research, this episode delivers thought-provoking insights across a range of neonatal topics.Don't miss out on this engaging episode packed with knowledge and forward-looking discussions! Tune in now. Support the showAs 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. Enjoy!

Oct 20, 2024 • 13min
#248 - [Journal Club Shorts] - 📌 Neurodevelopmental outcomes of children born to mothers after a motor vehicle crash
Send us a textNeurodevelopmental disorders in children born to mothers involved in maternal motor vehicle crashes.Chang YH, Chien YW, Chang CH, Chen PL, Lu TH, Yen CF, Chiou HY, Tsai KS, Li CY.Pediatr Res. 2024 Sep 30. doi: 10.1038/s41390-024-03608-3. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39349820Support the showAs 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. Enjoy!

Oct 20, 2024 • 11min
#248 - [Journal Club Shorts] - 📌 Outcomes after Intranasal Human Milk
Send us a textOutcomes after intranasal human milk therapy in preterm infants with intraventricular hemorrhage.Gallipoli A, Unger S, El Shahed A, Fan CS, Signorile M, Wilson D, Hoban R.J Perinatol. 2024 Oct 9. doi: 10.1038/s41372-024-02147-3. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39384614Support the showAs 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. Enjoy!

Oct 20, 2024 • 17min
#248 - [Journal Club Shorts] - 📌 Clonidine as monotherapy for NOWS?
Send us a textClonidine as Monotherapy for Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome: A Randomized Trial.Bada HS, Westgate PM, Sithisarn T, Yolton K, Charnigo R, Pourcyrous M, Tang F, Gibson J, Shearer-Miller J, Giannone P, Leggas M.Pediatrics. 2024 Oct 15:e2023065610. doi: 10.1542/peds.2023-065610. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39403061Support the showAs 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. Enjoy!

Oct 20, 2024 • 13min
#248 - [Journal Club Shorts] - 📌 Fetal haemoglobin and oxygen requirement in preterm infants
Send us a textFetal haemoglobin and oxygen requirement in preterm infants: an observational study.Ulinder T, Hellström W, Gadsbøll C, Nilsson L, Gebka M, Robertz G, Bruschettini M, Hellstrom A, Ley D.Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed. 2024 Sep 25:fetalneonatal-2024-327411. doi: 10.1136/archdischild-2024-327411. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39322316Support the showAs 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. Enjoy!

Oct 20, 2024 • 12min
#248 - [Journal Club Shorts] - 📌 Teleneonatal resuscitation in extremely preterm infants
Send us a textTeleneonatal or routine resuscitation in extremely preterm infants: a randomized simulation trial.Gentle SJ, Trulove SG, Rockwell N, Rutledge C, Gaither S, Norwood C, Wallace E, Carlo WA, Tofil NM.Pediatr Res. 2024 Sep 28. doi: 10.1038/s41390-024-03545-1. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39341942Support the showAs 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. Enjoy!

Oct 20, 2024 • 11min
#248 - [Journal Club Shorts] - 📌 VR-based Simulation for Neonatal Resuscitation
Send us a textA pilot study of a virtual reality-based simulation platform for Neonatal Resuscitation Program training.Trinh G, McAdams RM.J Perinatol. 2024 Oct 14. doi: 10.1038/s41372-024-02145-5. Online ahead of print.PMID: 39402131Support the showAs 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. Enjoy!

Oct 13, 2024 • 53min
#247 - The Essentials of Tiny Baby Care (ft. The Tiny Baby Collaborative Team)
Join Matt Rysavy, director at UT Health Houston, and Courtney Vier, mother of three, as they share invaluable insights into caring for extremely preterm infants. They discuss the Tiny Baby Collaborative's mission to optimize care through research and shared protocols. Courtney opens up about her personal journey with premature sons, illustrating the emotional and practical challenges families face. The conversation emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practices and the critical role of collaboration between healthcare professionals and families.

Oct 10, 2024 • 54min
#246 - 🌍 From Brazil to Canada - How community and collaboration can lead to change (ft Dr. Guilherme Sant’Anna)
Send us a textIn this episode, Dr. Guilherme Sant’Anna, a professor of pediatrics at McGill University, shares his journey in neonatology and his work in Brazil and Canada. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working in neonatal care and the differences between the healthcare systems in Brazil and Canada. Dr. Sant’Anna also talks about the impact of the Neonatologia Brasil Facebook group, which he created to facilitate knowledge exchange among healthcare professionals in Brazil. He highlights the development of an educational website and the adoption of the 10 basic steps for neonatal care and perinatal asphyxia by the Brazilian government. Dr. Guilherme Sant'Anna emphasizes the importance of visiting units and seeing the reality on the ground to identify areas for improvement. He also discusses the concept of a Smart NICU, which aims to simplify monitoring and improve the interaction between babies, families, and healthcare professionals. In closing, Dr. Sant’Anna offers advice for those wanting to make a difference, emphasizing the importance of sharing knowledge and approaching change with optimism and respect.Resources mentioned in episode:Neonatologia Brazil facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/neonatologiabrasil/?locale=pt_BR&_rdrContact: guilherme.santanna@mcgill.caEpisode Webpage Link: https://www.the-incubator.org/post/246-from-brazil-to-canada-how-community-and-collaboration-can-lead-to-change-ft-dr-guilherSupport the showAs 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. Enjoy!


