Staying Awake to What Matters: How “Wokeness” Aligns with Trauma-Informed Care
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 02/02/2025Explore how awareness, compassion, and action align in trauma-informed care, reclaiming the essence of being 'woke' to create healing, equity, and connection in the NICU and beyond.
Fierce Compassion in Action: Advocating for Babies, Families, and Ourselves
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 19/01/2025Discover how Kristen Neff's concept of Fierce Compassion aligns with Trauma-Informed Developmental Care (TIDC). This thought-provoking post explores the balance of tender and fierce compassion in neonatal care, offering practical applications, reflective prompts, and inspiring case studies for clinicians advocating for babies, families, and themselves.
Stuffed and Buzzed: Unbinding Our Dreams, Desires, and Hurts
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 31/12/2024Explore how trauma-informed care invites us to unbind our hidden stories, heal emotional wounds, and create space for authenticity and connection — both for ourselves and those we serve
Closing the Year with Courage: Lessons in Boundaries, Apologies, and Growth
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 29/12/2024Reflect on the lessons of 2024 and step into 2025 with renewed hope and intention. This heartfelt post explores the power of boundaries, the courage to apologize, and the importance of growth through the lens of trauma-informed care and Caring Science. Discover how embracing imperfection, forgiveness, and connection can lead to healing and a brighter future.
