NPIC Safe and Sound Podcast Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:25:48 -0500 http://www.npic.org en-us © 2026 NPIC Safe and Sound Podcast yes 90145efb-fcbb-5648-8ebe-b58ba7ba1d39 NPIC Podcasting episodic false What does it take to create the safest and highest quality of care for women in newborns and hospitals today? It takes you. Welcome to the National Perinatal Information Center Safe and Sound podcast. We'll discuss with national experts and community voices what it takes to create the safest healthcare environments for maternal and neonatal care.

We look forward to discussing and exploring efforts to advance high quality care for women, patients, and newborns across the U.S., in hospitals, across the country, across your state, and in your neighborhood. This podcast is made possible by an educational grant from GE Healthcare. Welcome to the NPIC Safe and Sound Podcast.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) maternal, neonatal, quality improvement, health equity, data science, implementation science NPIC Podcasting https://storage.buzzsprout.com/1d9ttvgalze9lx16rljgy1f6bskh?.jpg NPIC Safe and Sound Podcast http://www.npic.org Elizabeth Rochin, Ph.D., RN Transforming Birth Care through a Trauma-Informed Framework/Mandy Irby Transforming Birth Care through a Trauma-Informed Framework/Mandy Irby Keywords

maternal care, neonatal care, trauma-informed care, informed consent, birth trauma, psychological safety, healthcare standards, patient-centered care, NICU, nursing education

Summary

In this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Rochin speaks with Mandy Irby, a leading authority in transforming birth care culture. They discuss the importance of creating safe healthcare environments for women and newborns, the impact of trauma-informed care, and the significance of informed consent in obstetrics. Mandy shares her personal journey of experiencing birth-related trauma and how it shaped her understanding of patient care. The conversation emphasizes the need for psychological safety in healthcare settings, especially for obstetric and NICU parents, and the importance of standardizing trauma-informed practices across the healthcare system.

Takeaways

Creating safe healthcare environments is essential for women and newborns.
Birth-related trauma can affect both patients and healthcare providers.
Trauma-informed care should be a universal standard in healthcare.
Informed consent is a dynamic and ongoing conversation.
Psychological safety is crucial for effective patient engagement.
Nurses must navigate their own discomfort around trauma-informed practices.
Engaging NICU parents in care decisions enhances their involvement.
Healthcare professionals need to prioritize their own well-being.
Understanding trauma can improve patient-provider relationships.
Standardizing trauma-informed care requires a shift in mindset.

Sound Bites

"Informed consent is dynamic and ongoing."
"Trauma is a universal experience."
"We owe ourselves a lot of care as well."

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Mandy Irby--Transforming Birth Care Culture
04:45 Understanding Trauma-Informed Care
09:04 The Importance of Informed Consent
11:07 Navigating Cervical Exams with Care
13:51 Expanding Informed Consent in Obstetrics
16:15 Engaging NICU Parents in Care
22:16 Making Trauma-Informed Care a Standard
25:34 Close



Want to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at inquiry@npic.org.

NPIC: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.
www.npic.org

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maternal care, neonatal care, trauma-informed care, informed consent, birth trauma, psychological safety, healthcare standards, patient-centered care, NICU, nursing education

Summary

In this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Rochin speaks with Mandy Irby, a leading authority in transforming birth care culture. They discuss the importance of creating safe healthcare environments for women and newborns, the impact of trauma-informed care, and the significance of informed consent in obstetrics. Mandy shares her personal journey of experiencing birth-related trauma and how it shaped her understanding of patient care. The conversation emphasizes the need for psychological safety in healthcare settings, especially for obstetric and NICU parents, and the importance of standardizing trauma-informed practices across the healthcare system.

Takeaways

Creating safe healthcare environments is essential for women and newborns.
Birth-related trauma can affect both patients and healthcare providers.
Trauma-informed care should be a universal standard in healthcare.
Informed consent is a dynamic and ongoing conversation.
Psychological safety is crucial for effective patient engagement.
Nurses must navigate their own discomfort around trauma-informed practices.
Engaging NICU parents in care decisions enhances their involvement.
Healthcare professionals need to prioritize their own well-being.
Understanding trauma can improve patient-provider relationships.
Standardizing trauma-informed care requires a shift in mindset.

Sound Bites

"Informed consent is dynamic and ongoing."
"Trauma is a universal experience."
"We owe ourselves a lot of care as well."

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Mandy Irby--Transforming Birth Care Culture
04:45 Understanding Trauma-Informed Care
09:04 The Importance of Informed Consent
11:07 Navigating Cervical Exams with Care
13:51 Expanding Informed Consent in Obstetrics
16:15 Engaging NICU Parents in Care
22:16 Making Trauma-Informed Care a Standard
25:34 Close



Want to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at inquiry@npic.org.

NPIC: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.
www.npic.org

]]> NPIC Podcasting Buzzsprout-16228689 Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0500 1555 full false Transforming Neonatal Care through Actionable Frameworks: Carlie Austin Transforming Neonatal Care through Actionable Frameworks: Carlie Austin Keywords

Carlie Austin, NICU, maternal health, neonatal care, health policy, racial disparities, community health, healthcare access, social drivers of health, actionable frameworks

Summary

In this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound podcast, Carlie Austin, a NICU nurse and PhD student, shares her journey from being a NICU patient to a healthcare advocate. She discusses the profound impact of her personal experiences on her career, emphasizing the importance of community and addressing racial disparities in healthcare. Carlie highlights the need for actionable frameworks in health policy to improve healthcare access and quality and stresses the significance of building trust between healthcare providers and patients.

Takeaways

  • Carlie's personal experiences as a NICU patient shaped her career path.
  • Community engagement is essential in healthcare delivery.
  • Healthcare access and quality are critical social drivers of health.
  • Actionable frameworks in health policy can drive meaningful change.
  • Building trust between clinicians and patients is vital for effective care.
  • Racial disparities in healthcare must be addressed at the systemic level.
  • Carlie advocates for a holistic approach to healthcare that includes community needs.
  • The structure of healthcare systems influences patient outcomes significantly.
  • Healthcare professionals must engage with their communities to understand their needs.
  • Carlie believes that healing healthcare teams is as important as healing patients.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Carlie Austin's Journey

08:35
Personal Experiences Shaping Professional Identity

11:43
Exploring Social Drivers of Health

16:25
Actionable Frameworks in Health Policy

21:49
Building Trust in Healthcare Relationships

Want to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at inquiry@npic.org.

NPIC: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.
www.npic.org

]]> Keywords

Carlie Austin, NICU, maternal health, neonatal care, health policy, racial disparities, community health, healthcare access, social drivers of health, actionable frameworks

Summary

In this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound podcast, Carlie Austin, a NICU nurse and PhD student, shares her journey from being a NICU patient to a healthcare advocate. She discusses the profound impact of her personal experiences on her career, emphasizing the importance of community and addressing racial disparities in healthcare. Carlie highlights the need for actionable frameworks in health policy to improve healthcare access and quality and stresses the significance of building trust between healthcare providers and patients.

Takeaways

  • Carlie's personal experiences as a NICU patient shaped her career path.
  • Community engagement is essential in healthcare delivery.
  • Healthcare access and quality are critical social drivers of health.
  • Actionable frameworks in health policy can drive meaningful change.
  • Building trust between clinicians and patients is vital for effective care.
  • Racial disparities in healthcare must be addressed at the systemic level.
  • Carlie advocates for a holistic approach to healthcare that includes community needs.
  • The structure of healthcare systems influences patient outcomes significantly.
  • Healthcare professionals must engage with their communities to understand their needs.
  • Carlie believes that healing healthcare teams is as important as healing patients.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Carlie Austin's Journey

08:35
Personal Experiences Shaping Professional Identity

11:43
Exploring Social Drivers of Health

16:25
Actionable Frameworks in Health Policy

21:49
Building Trust in Healthcare Relationships

Want to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at inquiry@npic.org.

NPIC: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.
www.npic.org

]]> NPIC Podcasting Buzzsprout-16134394 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0500 1669 full false Importance of Postpartum Quality Improvement: Dr. Heather DiCioccio Importance of Postpartum Quality Improvement: Dr. Heather DiCioccio keywords

nursing, quality improvement, patient safety, newborn falls, near-miss events, healthcare advocacy, multidisciplinary teams, patient engagement, nursing media representation

Summary

In this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound podcast, Dr. Heather DiCioccio shares her journey in nursing, emphasizing the importance of quality improvement in maternal and neonatal care. She discusses her advocacy for patient safety, particularly in reducing newborn falls, and highlights the significance of recognizing near-miss events in healthcare. Dr. DiCioccio also explores innovative approaches to patient safety education, the role of multidisciplinary teams, and the need for patient engagement in quality improvement initiatives. Additionally, she addresses the perception of nursing in media and society, advocating for a more accurate representation of nurses' roles. Finally, she offers valuable advice for future generations of nurses.

Takeaways

  • Dr. DiCioccio credits her former mother-in-law for her nursing career.
  • The stigma surrounding newborn falls affects both parents and nurses.
  • Reshaping the narrative around newborn falls is crucial for safety.
  • Celebrating near-miss events can enhance patient safety awareness.
  • Patient safety education should be visible to families.
  • Multidisciplinary teams are essential for effective quality improvement.
  • Engaging patients in quality improvement can lead to better outcomes.
  • Nursing roles are often misrepresented in media.
  • Nurses need to be involved in creating accurate portrayals of their profession.
  • Practicing patience and openness to change is vital for career growth.

Titles

  • Nursing and Quality Improvement: A Journey
  • Advocating for Patient Safety in Maternal Care

Sound Bites

  • "What does it take to create the safest care?"
  • "The fear and stigma of a baby drop is real."
  • "We openly celebrate those near misses."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Dr. Heather Condo DiCioccio

02:11
Heather's Nursing Journey and Advocacy

03:39
The Importance of Patient Safety and Newborn Falls

05:07
Understanding Near-Miss Events in Healthcare

07:35
Innovative Approaches to Patient Safety

08:58
Engaging Patients in Quality Improvement

10:35
The Future of Nursing Leadership

13:33
Nursing Representation in Media

16:12
Advice for Future Nurses

18:05
New Chapter

Want to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at inquiry@npic.org.

NPIC: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.
www.npic.org

]]> keywords

nursing, quality improvement, patient safety, newborn falls, near-miss events, healthcare advocacy, multidisciplinary teams, patient engagement, nursing media representation

Summary

In this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound podcast, Dr. Heather DiCioccio shares her journey in nursing, emphasizing the importance of quality improvement in maternal and neonatal care. She discusses her advocacy for patient safety, particularly in reducing newborn falls, and highlights the significance of recognizing near-miss events in healthcare. Dr. DiCioccio also explores innovative approaches to patient safety education, the role of multidisciplinary teams, and the need for patient engagement in quality improvement initiatives. Additionally, she addresses the perception of nursing in media and society, advocating for a more accurate representation of nurses' roles. Finally, she offers valuable advice for future generations of nurses.

Takeaways

  • Dr. DiCioccio credits her former mother-in-law for her nursing career.
  • The stigma surrounding newborn falls affects both parents and nurses.
  • Reshaping the narrative around newborn falls is crucial for safety.
  • Celebrating near-miss events can enhance patient safety awareness.
  • Patient safety education should be visible to families.
  • Multidisciplinary teams are essential for effective quality improvement.
  • Engaging patients in quality improvement can lead to better outcomes.
  • Nursing roles are often misrepresented in media.
  • Nurses need to be involved in creating accurate portrayals of their profession.
  • Practicing patience and openness to change is vital for career growth.

Titles

  • Nursing and Quality Improvement: A Journey
  • Advocating for Patient Safety in Maternal Care

Sound Bites

  • "What does it take to create the safest care?"
  • "The fear and stigma of a baby drop is real."
  • "We openly celebrate those near misses."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Dr. Heather Condo DiCioccio

02:11
Heather's Nursing Journey and Advocacy

03:39
The Importance of Patient Safety and Newborn Falls

05:07
Understanding Near-Miss Events in Healthcare

07:35
Innovative Approaches to Patient Safety

08:58
Engaging Patients in Quality Improvement

10:35
The Future of Nursing Leadership

13:33
Nursing Representation in Media

16:12
Advice for Future Nurses

18:05
New Chapter

Want to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at inquiry@npic.org.

NPIC: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.
www.npic.org

]]> NPIC Podcasting Buzzsprout-16108121 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1105 full false Quality Improvement and the NICU: Dr. Pattie Bondurant Quality Improvement and the NICU: Dr. Pattie Bondurant In this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Rochin and Dr. Pattie Bondurant discuss the critical importance of quality improvement in maternal and neonatal healthcare. They explore Dr. Bondurant's journey in healthcare leadership, the challenges faced in implementing quality improvement, and the significance of the NICU Levels of Care Verification Program. The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration among healthcare professionals, the role of data in improving patient outcomes, and the importance of empowering future nursing leaders to advocate for quality care.

Takeaways

Creating safe healthcare environments requires collective effort.
Quality improvement is essential for impactful patient care.
Understanding systemic failures is crucial for healthcare leaders.
Collaboration among healthcare professionals enhances patient safety.
Standardizing care leads to better health outcomes.
Data utilization is key to improving patient care.
Empowering nursing leaders is vital for healthcare transformation.
Quality improvement should be a continuous journey.
Mentorship in nursing leadership fosters growth and development.
Finding one's true north is essential for effective leadership.

Chapters

00:00 Creating Safe Healthcare Environments for Women and Newborns
00:25 Advancing High-Quality Care Across the U.S.
00:48 Introduction to Dr. Patricia G. Bondurant
02:50 The Journey into Quality Improvement
06:47 Creating the NICU Levels of Care Verification Program
10:46 The Importance of Standardized Care in NICUs
16:12 Future Directions in Quality Improvement
17:32 Advice for Future Nurses and Leaders
20:17 New Chapter

Want to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at inquiry@npic.org.

NPIC: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.
www.npic.org

]]> In this episode of the NPIC Safe and Sound podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Rochin and Dr. Pattie Bondurant discuss the critical importance of quality improvement in maternal and neonatal healthcare. They explore Dr. Bondurant's journey in healthcare leadership, the challenges faced in implementing quality improvement, and the significance of the NICU Levels of Care Verification Program. The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration among healthcare professionals, the role of data in improving patient outcomes, and the importance of empowering future nursing leaders to advocate for quality care.

Takeaways

Creating safe healthcare environments requires collective effort.
Quality improvement is essential for impactful patient care.
Understanding systemic failures is crucial for healthcare leaders.
Collaboration among healthcare professionals enhances patient safety.
Standardizing care leads to better health outcomes.
Data utilization is key to improving patient care.
Empowering nursing leaders is vital for healthcare transformation.
Quality improvement should be a continuous journey.
Mentorship in nursing leadership fosters growth and development.
Finding one's true north is essential for effective leadership.

Chapters

00:00 Creating Safe Healthcare Environments for Women and Newborns
00:25 Advancing High-Quality Care Across the U.S.
00:48 Introduction to Dr. Patricia G. Bondurant
02:50 The Journey into Quality Improvement
06:47 Creating the NICU Levels of Care Verification Program
10:46 The Importance of Standardized Care in NICUs
16:12 Future Directions in Quality Improvement
17:32 Advice for Future Nurses and Leaders
20:17 New Chapter

Want to learn more about elevating your own maternal and neonatal quality improvement program through data analytics, process improvement and optimal teamwork? Connect with the National Perinatal Information Center (NPIC) at inquiry@npic.org.

NPIC: Empowered by data. Connected by purpose.
www.npic.org

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