Beyond the Beeps Ep 01: One NICU Mother’s Story of Resilience

One NICU mother’s story of resilience in the face of her baby’s multiple medical procedures.

In this conversation, Leah interviews Katia Herminio, a mother of a former 24-week preemie who spent almost four months in the NICU. They discuss Katia’s unexpected preterm birth experience, the procedures and surgeries her son underwent, the challenges of breastfeeding, and the setbacks they faced. Katia shares her first time holding her baby, the power of hope, and the strength and resilience she found during their NICU journey. She emphasizes the importance of relying on nurses and doctors to help understand the NICU and having faith in the process.