In this heartfelt episode, Mary welcomes Morgan Kowalski,
whose path to becoming a passionate advocate for Family Centered Care (FCC) was
deeply influenced by the premature birth of her son, Thomas. Morgan shares her
journey from navigating the NICU as a parent to assuming a pivotal role in the
FCC Task Force. Their conversation delves into the impact of personal
experiences on patient care, the importance of trauma-informed care, and the
transformative power of compassionate, human-to-human interactions in the
medical field. Morgan's story is a testament to the significant contributions
parents can make in healthcare settings and underscores the profound
connections and community that arise from shared experiences.
00:00 Introduction to Today's Guest: Morgan Kowalski
00:42 Morgan's Journey: From Premature Birth to Advocacy
02:14 The Impact of Family Centered Care
03:54 Moments of Compassion in the NICU
07:09 Finding Purpose Through NICU Experiences
11:37 Transition to Family Centered Care Task Force
21:02 Global Outreach and Growth
28:52 The Importance of Trauma Informed Care
39:55 Final Reflections and Wisdom
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