Grief and loss are everyday challenges faced in the NICU; by families and by staff. How can we care with compassion and support hope in the face of death and dying?

Our guest this week is, Taryn Schuelke, an experienced NICU Child Life Specialist who decided to take her passion for helping families cope with grief and loss, now works as a member of the Palliative Care team.

In this one-hour presentation Taryn shares:

• a framework for the types of losses experienced in the NICU

• some helpful grief theories (and it's not just Kubler Ross)

• common communication blunders - her best communication pearls of wisdom (seriously, don't miss these!!) - cultural considerations (including curiosity)

• leaning on traditional support systems in the NICU

• the importance of a united inter-disciplinary team

• 2 types of palliative care

• best practices and supporting families after a baby dies

• ways to create legacy in the NICU

• offering logistical support to families for funerals

• follow up care for bereaved families

• and some of her favorite organizations and resources on this topic.

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