Black Maternal Health Week

Medical Moms of NICU Podcast

Welcome to the Medical Moms of NICU podcast, hosted by Tanisha, a Medical Mom of NICU, to a kidney warrior and cancer fighter. With a growing bevy of followers on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, Medical Moms of NICU looks to empower moms worldwide navigating the medical system with their NICU miracles.

This episode unveils Tanisha's personal journey with her oldest child, Jaleel, who was diagnosed with a rare urinary tract condition at 20 weeks. Packed with emotion and resiliency, Tanisha’s experience sheds light on the importance of asking questions and seeking out more options when it comes to medical care.

On this path, she discovered the medical strides made at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital that allowed her son the chance to persevere through his adversity. Tanisha shares this story to spotlight the unfortunate plight of Black women, particularly in Arkansas, who are not prioritized in their birth experiences and encourages mothers of color to seek more options and support during their fetal care journey.

Furthermore, this episode resonates the importance of recognizing unusual signs during pregnancy, advocating for oneself, and being the best advocate for one’s child. The wisdom shared in this episode is invaluable to future and current mothers, partners, and family members providing support during pregnancy and the NICU journey.

Tanisha also highlights the importance of self-care amidst caring for a medically complex miracle and encourages her listeners to attend therapy sessions. Remember, you are more than capable of handling your child's medical complex care. Stay tuned for more episodes to navigate the medical system with ease.

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