For providers and caregivers
The Resilient Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
10 Questions to Ask When Navigating the NICU
Open communication with a healthcare team is essential. It’s important for families to seek clarification whenever concerns arise or there is more information needed. The NICU staff provides care and support for both the family and their baby.
Access Handout
Addressing Microaggressions in the NICU
Microaggressions may seem subtle and harmless, but they can profoundly impact the emotional wellbeing and trust of families in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). This video educates about microaggressions, and provides microintervention strategies to help address microaggressions and enhance the quality of care for diverse communities in the NICU.
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Implementing trauma and resilience informed care while supporting families in the NICU
Our NICU resources, developed by the UCLA Family Development Program, explore ways to incorporate a trauma and resilience informed approach in the NICU through virtual trainings, videos and printable tools.
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Microaggressions in the NICU Handout
Foster an inclusive environment that actively addresses and educates about microaggressions to enhance the quality of care for the diverse communities. -
The Resilient NICU Course
Explore ways to help alleviate the impact of trauma for families, providers, and caregivers. -
From "Weathering" a Storm to Mandating an Evacuation - Forecasting the Racism Effect on Black Maternal and Infant Mortality
Trace the impact of historical and present day structural racism on Black mothers and infants. -
Understanding a Baby's Cry: How to Support Caregivers
When trusted caregivers notice and respond to crying, it helps babies to understand the impact they have on their environment. -
Supporting Dads in the NICU
Recognize strategies that providers can reference to better support dads with infants in the NICU. -
Addressing Disparities in Healthcare Settings
Increasing self-awareness can help us better understand our own explicit and implicit biases.