11. The NICU Translated: CPAP
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.
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.
She even shares her favorite “balloon” analogy that makes this whole concept finally click.
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.
She even shares her favorite “balloon” analogy that makes this whole concept finally click.
You’ll learn:
- What CPAP stands for and how it works
- Why babies need it (premature or full-term)
- What it looks and sounds like
- How to comfort and connect with your baby on CPAP
- Why it’s a positive step forward in recovery
🎧 Listen now and feel more confident in your NICU journey.
Resources & Links:
- Follow Mary on Instagram
- Join the waitlist for NICU Doula Academy
- Want to learn more about how to best support support NICU babies and their families before, during and after a NICU experience? Grab the FREE guide here to get started!
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to CPAP in the NICU
02:38 Understanding CPAP: Mechanism and Purpose
10:48 Reasons Babies Need CPAP
13:03 Different Modalities of CPAP
15:28 Bonding with Your Baby on CPAP
00:00 Introduction to CPAP in the NICU
02:38 Understanding CPAP: Mechanism and Purpose
10:48 Reasons Babies Need CPAP
13:03 Different Modalities of CPAP
15:28 Bonding with Your Baby on CPAP
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