Trauma Mamas: Beyond the Bedside

Trauma Mamas is a podcast dedicated to the incredible families who navigate the ICU and raise children with medical complexities. These parents have faced the unimaginable—from premature births and life-saving surgeries to chronic illnesses, long ICU stays, and child loss. Each episode shares their stories of unwavering love and tireless advocacy, even when all hope seems lost. These powerful, inspiring stories deserve to be heard and celebrated. Trauma Mamas also provides resources, hope, and a sense of community for those who need it most. Through shared experiences and meaningful conversations, we aim to support parents who are fighting for their children’s health and well-being.

Trauma Mamas: Beyond the Bedside is a kids podcast hosted by Alison Winter, with 31 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Alison Winter hosts Trauma Mamas: Beyond the Bedside, a kids show with 31 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  Understanding NICU Nutrition and Empowering Parents with Dr. Melinda Elliott of Prolacta

  Jul 22, 202642 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail For this special episode, we’re going back to the bedside to sit down with Dr. Melinda Elliott, a board-certified neonatologist with more than three decades of experience caring for premature and medically fragile neonates. After witnessing firsthand the impact of an exclusive human milk diet in the NICU, Dr. Elliott now serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Prolacta Bioscience, continuing her work to improve outcomes for the smallest and most vulnerable babies. Together, we discuss why nutrition is one of the most important aspects of NICU care and how understanding your baby’s nutritional needs can help parents feel more informed and empowered throughout their NICU journey. Dr. Elliott explains the benefits of human milk nutrition, shares how advancements in neonatal nutrition have improved outcomes and reduced serious intestinal complications, and reminds parents that feeding decisions should never be driven by guilt or pressure during an already overwhelming time. We also talk about the transition home after the NICU, the ongoing importance of nutrition, and how parents can confidently advocate for their baby’s care. Dr. Elliott offers powerful advice on communicating with your medical team and reminds parents: “You have a right to be informed about absolutely everything that is going on with your baby and sharing in decision making as much as possible… the parent is the most important person in the room.” Whether you’re currently in the NICU or reflecting on your family’s journey, this episode is filled with practical education, reassurance, and hope. We hope you’ll come away feeling more confident asking questions, participating in your baby’s care, and knowing that your voice truly matters. For more information on NICU nutrition you can visit: https://parents.prolacta.com/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=cc-trauma-mamas-podcast&utm_source=podcast

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  Episode #3

  The Homecoming (Pt. 2): The Big Day

  Jun 25, 20261h 4mS2

  Send us Fan Mail We finally made it to the day we had been dreaming about for years… homecoming day. 🏡🤍 In this episode, we’re sharing what our homecoming days actually looked like.. the emotions, the people who showed up for us, the help we received, and the moments we will never forget. We talk about the car ride home after years of living inside hospital walls and how completely unreal it felt to realize… we were really going home. But coming home brought a whole new set of emotions. We discuss the relief of finally leaving the hospital behind, mixed with the worry of suddenly becoming the ones responsible for everything. After years of having nurses, doctors, and a medical team just steps away, there was a moment where it hit us that we were now the ones taking care of them. We talk about what nursing looked like at home, creating a new routine, learning to trust ourselves, and navigating those first scary emergency scenarios outside of the hospital. The fear, the adrenaline, the happy "firsts" at home, and the things that helped us feel more prepared. Because coming home is the goal… but learning how to live beyond the bedside is a whole new and exciting journey. Listen now for part two of our homecoming story.

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  Episode #2

  The Homecoming (Pt. 1): Preparing for Home

  Jun 9, 202658 minS2

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>One of the hardest and most overwhelming moments in having a critically ill child is also the most hoped-for… bringing your baby home for the first time.<br/><br/>This first part of our 3-part series is for the parents in that in-between space… still in the ICU, but starting to prepare for the homecoming. Our hope is that this episode helps you feel a little less alone, and a little more confident as you step into that transition.<br/><br/>In this conversation, Danielle and I share what it felt like preparing to b...

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  Episode #1

  #1: Introducing Beyond The Bedside!

  May 21, 202636 minS2

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This week on Trauma Mamas: Beyond the Bedside, Alison and new cohost Danielle Sullivan introduce this new chapter of the podcast and share what “beyond the bedside” truly means in their everyday lives as moms raising medically complex children.<br/><br/>In this special intro episode, Danielle gives listeners a glimpse into the logistics of life at home with Cora — from the routines and realities of managing a “mini ICU” at home, to finding ways to create normalcy, comfort, and joy in the middle of medical complexity. She also shares why she decided to join Al...

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  Q+A-Getting to Know the Hosts: Meet Danielle

  May 7, 202645 minS2

  <p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Danielle and I sit down for a fun Q+A so you can get to know us a little better. We asked each other questions about motherhood, life outside the hospital, and the experiences that shaped us and this podcast — things like, “What’s the most medical mom thing you’ve ever done?”, “What does this podcast mean to you?”, and "When did you start to feel like yourself again?"<br/><br/>There are tons of laughs, some deep moments, and, as always, a lot of honesty as we begin this new chapter of Trauma Mama...

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