Choosing Safety Over FOMO: A Medical Mom’s Holiday Decision

Thriving in 2025

Host Tanisha reflects on a year of growth, gratitude, and community support as a NICU and medical mom, celebrating milestones like book launches, resource outreach, and reduced hospitalizations for her son. She announces a transition from podcasting to video, shares practical resources for special needs and autism families (including Medicaid waivers and ABA), and encourages listeners to set goals and build community for 2026.   Donate to Make-A-Wish https://nclvm.com/bl20g Follow us on Social IG @medicalmomsofnicu TikTok @medicalmomsofnicu Join Medical Momunity www.facebook.com/medicalmomsofnicu Support Medical Moms of NICU Services & Products www.medicalmomsofnicu.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Choosing Safety Over FOMO: A Medical Mom’s Holiday Decision

In this episode Tanisha, a medical mom and NICU survivor, shares her decision to decline holiday events to protect her immunocompromised, transplant-recipient son, practical tips to boost family immunity, and strategies for navigating medical care and community support. She reflects on progress since the NICU, highlights local resources and inclusive programs, offers planning tips for 2026 (automatic refills, boundaries, community events), and announces plans to relaunch her podcast next year.   Donate to Make-A-Wish https://nclvm.com/bl20g Follow us on Social IG @medicalmomsofnicu TikTok @medicalmomsofnicu Join Medical Momunity www.facebook.com/medicalmomsofnicu Support Medical Moms of NICU Services & Products www.medicalmomsofnicu.com [http://www.medicalmomsofnicu.com]   #nicumom #happyholidays #medicalmom #kidneytranplant #specialneedsmom ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Thriving in 2025

Host Tanisha introduces herself as a Medical Mom of NICU, sharing her experience as the mother of a kidney warrior and cancer fighter while raising two children during the pandemic. This episode offers a personal look at the challenges and resilience of NICU parenting, medical caregiving, and navigating life with young children under extraordinary circumstances.   Donate to Make-A-Wish https://nclvm.com/bl20g Follow us on Social IG @medicalmomsofnicu TikTok @medicalmomsofnicu Join Medical Momunity www.facebook.com/medicalmomsofnicu Support Medical Moms of NICU Services & Products www.medicalmomsofnicu.com [http://www.medicalmomsofnicu.com]   #happyholidays #yearinreview #medicalmom #nicumom #specialneedsmom   ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

MyChart Hacks Every Medical Mom Needs

Tanisha (Medical Mom of NICU) shares practical tips for using MyChart to manage prescriptions, message care teams, track appointments and organize respite care, plus a real example of getting therapy orders signed. She highlights local sensory‑friendly holiday events in Arkansas, parent night‑out options, and the value of family bonding time while balancing medical care. Tanisha also candidly discusses potty‑training struggles, celebrates her child’s health milestones (no hospitalizations this year), and encourages caregivers to prioritize their own medical appointments and self‑care.   Donate to Make-A-Wish https://nclvm.com/bl20g Follow us on Social IG @medicalmomsofnicu TikTok @medicalmomsofnicu Join Medical Momunity www.facebook.com/medicalmomsofnicu Support Medical Moms of NICU Services & Products www.medicalmomsofnicu.com [http://www.medicalmomsofnicu.com]   #mychart #medicalmom #specialneedsparenting #parentsdayout #sensoryfriendlyactivities  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Holiday Hope, Respite, and Resources

Host Tanisha, a NICU and medical mom, shares holiday reflections and gratitude while offering practical tips and resources for families of medically complex children. She covers respite and training for caregivers, life insurance and planning, free holiday programs and community supports, self-care strategies, and a Make‑A‑Wish fundraising appeal. Donate to Make-A-Wish https://nclvm.com/bl20g Follow us on Social IG @medicalmomsofnicu TikTok @medicalmomsofnicu Join Medical Momunity www.facebook.com/medicalmomsofnicu Support Medical Moms of NICU Services & Products www.medicalmomsofnicu.com [http://www.medicalmomsofnicu.com] #happyholidays #nicumom #holidayfun #medicalmom #autismmom ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.