A Fingernail Moon Between the Lines
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 29/07/2025A quiet moment with a crescent moon becomes a reflection on belonging, hope, and healing through the lens of trauma-informed care and the B.U.F.F.E.R. framework.
We Are the Legacy
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 27/07/2025In a world that feels heavy and unchangeable, meaningful transformation often starts quietly—through small, intentional acts of presence and compassion. This reflection explores why true healing culture isn’t built on individual heroics, but on collective commitment—and how each of us can be part of that legacy.
The Message and the Mandate: Weaving Legacy Through Care
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 24/07/2025This reflective post explores the connection between trauma-informed developmental care (TIDC), the B.U.F.F.E.R. framework, and legacy. Inspired by Ta-Nehisi Coates’ The Message, it offers a values-based perspective on how intentional care in the NICU shapes not only outcomes—but the legacy we leave behind. A powerful read for healthcare professionals, educators, and anyone committed to healing-centered leadership.
Ripple Post 6: Presence as Practice, Not Performance
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 21/07/2025In the final Ripple Series post, Mary Coughlin reflects on presence as a lifelong practice—not a performance. She invites readers to carry this work forward with intention, compassion, and continued connection through TIP 2.0.
