{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The NICU Translated Podcast","title":"11. The NICU Translated: CPAP","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/4f40a235\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1032,"description":"If you’ve ever walked into the NICU and seen your baby wearing a little hat and tubing on their nose, you’ve likely seen CPAP — one of the most common (and misunderstood) forms of respiratory support.\n In this quick The NICU Translated episode, Mary breaks down what CPAP actually is, how it helps your baby breathe, and why it’s often one of the first steps toward coming off more intensive support.\nShe even shares her favorite “balloon” analogy that makes this whole concept finally click.\n\n\nYou’ll learn:What CPAP stands for and how it worksWhy babies need it (premature or full-term)What it looks and sounds likeHow to comfort and connect with your baby on CPAPWhy it’s a positive step forward in recovery🎧 Listen now and feel more confident in your NICU journey.\n\nNICU Support & Resources for Families and Professionals: \n\nStay connected with me @thenicutranslator on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenicutranslator/\n\nWant to learn more about how to best support NICU babies and their families before, during and after a NICU experience? Grab the FREE guide here to get started: https://app.thenicutranslator.com/5things\n\nDownload my free NICU Birth Plan Template to help your clients feel more prepared, ask informed questions, and navigate the unexpected with confidence. A supportive, easy-to-use tool for doulas, professionals, and NICU families alike: https://app.thenicutranslator.com/nicubirthplan\n\nLearn more about how you can become a Certified NICU Doula (C-ND) here: https://www.thenicutranslator.com/nicu-doula-academy\nChapters:\n00:00 Introduction to CPAP in the NICU\n02:38 Understanding CPAP: Mechanism and Purpose\n10:48 Reasons Babies Need CPAP\n13:03 Different Modalities of CPAP\n15:28 Bonding with Your Baby on CPAP\nLoved this episode? Share this episode with a doula or care provider who could bring NICU-informed care to their community or leave a 5-star review and let me know: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nicu-translated-podcast/id1838158332...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/qug-0-T_z6pZtThGyof2HRHQpSSVl_08AEwA5PpQM0Y/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kYTYz/YTFjZGZkZDJjZDdk/N2M2ODVmOGRmODVh/NmNlZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}