S7 E3 | Fevers & Sickness after NICU with Dr. Jess Daigle
This week’s podcast episode is all about fevers and illness after NICU! (Cue the tears.) As we enter into what is formally known as cold and flu season, we wanted to have a conversation with a pediatrician who can help us understand some truths and misconceptions about illness. We are so excited to have this conversation with Dr. Jess Daigle of Mom & Me MD! Not only is Dr. Jess a board certified pediatrician, but she is also a NICU mom herself and comes to this conversation with empathy for NICU families that find themselves dreading this time of year.
In this episode we cover:
Information that can empower NICU parents to feel more confident to navigate the top common illnesses
How to “think like a doctor” when it comes to illness and communicating your child’s symptoms to your pediatrician
The basics of fevers and what is considered safe and when we should seek out additional care
Encouragement for parents trying to strike a balance between engaging in the world, outings, social activities, etc. AND feeling like they are doing whatever they can to protect their kids
How to combat mom guilt when our kids to get sick
We hope any NICU parent feeling overwhelmed or anxious about cold and flu season find hope and practical wisdom throughout this episode. You can do this!
About Dr. Jess:
Dr. Jess Daigle is a board-certified pediatrician, neonatal/pediatric hospitalist, and the Founder/CEO of Mom & Me LLC. She offers life coaching for NICU moms to help them navigate their NICU journey and be the confident mom they want to be. She also has a concierge medical practice in Atlanta, GA that provides in-home/virtual care services to newborns (with focus on NICU babies) and support for their mothers to make the transition home easier and less overwhelming. She is a wife and the proud mother of 2 kids both born prematurely, with 1 staying in the NICU for 5 weeks. She believes moms and their babies should thrive, not just survive on their postpartum journey and onward. She can be found on IG at @momandme_md.
** This podcast episode is not an attempt to practice medicine or provide medical advice. All information, content, and material on this website is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis or treatment.
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