Swallow Your Pride Podcast

Swallow Your Pride Podcast


379 - From Adult Rehab to Neonatal Care: One SLP's Journey to the NICU

October 05, 2025

In this episode of "Swallow Your Pride," Nicole Scafura, a speech-language pathologist and certified neonatal therapist in a New York City Level IV NICU shares her unique career journey from adult care to pediatric feeding and swallowing. She discusses the complexities of NICU decision-making, and highlights the importance of interdisciplinary teamwork and trauma-informed family support. She also addresses building trust within established teams, overcoming imposter syndrome, and her passion for mentorship and education, offering insights for SLPs interested in medically complex pediatric care.

Get the show notes: https://syppocdast.com/379

Links:

https://neonataltherapists.com
https://igniteneonatalmentoringprogram.com
https://Infantfeedingspecialists.com

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