Advocate Like a Mother: A Guide to NICU Rounds

Walk into NICU rounds knowing what to listen for, what to ask, and how to speak up for your baby.

NICU rounds can feel overwhelming—especially when a group of medical professionals is discussing your baby using words, numbers, and plans you may still be learning.

Advocate Like a Mother: A Guide to NICU Rounds was created to help NICU parents feel more prepared to participate in those conversations.

Created by a NICU nurse and NICU mom, this digital guide helps you better understand the purpose of rounds, prepare questions ahead of time, keep track of important information, and confidently participate as a member of your baby's care team.

Inside you'll find:

• A simple explanation of how NICU rounds work
• What to listen for during rounds
• Questions you can ask your baby's care team
• Ways to prepare before rounds begin
• Guidance for speaking up when you don't understand something
• Tools to help organize your thoughts and questions
• Practical advocacy tips from the perspective of both a NICU nurse and NICU mom

You don't need to understand every medical term to have a voice in your baby's care.

Your concern is data. Your questions matter. You are part of the team.

This is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped.

Please note: This resource is intended for educational and organizational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always discuss questions or concerns about your baby's care with your baby's medical team.