In this week’s podcast episode, Emma shares the story of her son Grady’s unexpected NICU journey after experiencing a rare neonatal stroke at birth. What began as a healthy, full-term pregnancy quickly turned into a series of medical emergencies, including respiratory distress, seizures, an emergency transfer to Massachusetts General Hospital, and the discovery of multiple blood clots in Grady’s brain. Emma vulnerably reflects on the fear, uncertainty, and trauma of navigating the NICU as a first-time mom while also sharing the hope, resilience, and compassion that carried their family through. As May is Stroke Awareness Month, we are especially honored to share Grady’s story and help raise awareness about neonatal stroke and its lasting impact on families. As you listen to Emma’s story, we hope that NICU moms navigating unexpected diagnoses or medical trauma feel seen, supported, and reminded that they are never alone! To get connected with DNM: Website | Private Facebook Group | Instagram Support the show