Did you miss this EXCELLENT live webinar, "The Ills of the Cardiac ICU: The Neonate's Perspective"? If so, Worry not! You can watch it at your leisure here! 🧠🫀 youtube.com/watch?v=WHeDPq… Next webinar is April 18 at 10a EST - Stay tuned! Congenital Heart Academy Cardiac Newborn Neuroprotective Network PCICS

Hot off the presses!! Check out this new paper from our friends at Arkansas Children's regarding early language trajectories in children with critical CHD cambridge.org/core/journals/…

interested in getting more involved in CNOC? It's time to apply for standing committees! Due 4/15. More info here👉conta.cc/43REPIf

Happening right now!!! Be sure to tune in!!

Coming soon: The FIRST EVER Skin-to-Skin-a-thon in pediatric cardiology care units! We're celebrating the power of connection - one cuddle at a time. ❤️ Stay tuned to learn how this small act brings BIG benefits #CHDSKINTOSKIN

Don't Wait: Nominate for the 2025 CNOC Awards!! Consider nominating a colleague in the field for the prestigious Newburger-Bellinger Award or any advocate (including caregivers & patients!) for the CNOC Advocacy & Engagement Award. Learn more here conta.cc/4jGROkE

This #NursesWeek, we celebrate the incredible nurses supporting children with CHD - at the bedside, in clinics, and through research. Your compassion, advocacy, and commitment to neurodevelopmental care make a life long impact. Thank you for all you do!💙💜❤️

Happy #TeachersWeek to the educators walking alongside children with CHD - in classrooms, hospitals, and as education liaisons. Your dedication helps each child grow, learn, and thrive. Thank you for championing their potential!! 💙💜❤️

🎉 It’s here! Welcome to the first-ever Skin-to-Skin-a-thon in the pediatric cardiac ICU! All week long, we’ll be highlighting the magic of holding—sharing stories, snapshots, and heartwarming moments. #CHDSkinToSkin

Final day of #CHDSkinToSkin AND on #FeedTheBabyFriday?? You know this is going to be GOOD!!!

Did you know? Skin-to-skin care helps regulate heart rate, improves oxygen levels, and reduces stress—for both baby and parent. In cardiac ICUs, this gentle touch can be powerful medicine. 💓 #CHDSkinToSkin

Holding is healing. Skin-to-skin care isn't just comforting - it's therapeutic. This simple act can help support brain development, bonding, and stability in our tiniest heart warriors." #CHDSKINTOSKIN

Today is Kangaroo Care Awareness Day - A global celebration since 2011, dedicated to advancing safe skin-to-skin care and nurturing healing moments. While often practiced in NICUs, this year marks the first multicenter Skin-to-Skin-a-Thon for infants in the CICU! ❤️#CHDSKINTOSKIN

Happy #FeedTheBabyFriday!! Hop on the webinar if you aren’t! If you can’t make it, check it out on YouTube!!

THANK YOU to all of the families and care teams who made this week so special. Every heartbeat, every cuddle, every moment - it all matters. Here's to a future where skin-to-skin is a part of everyday cardiac care ❤️ #CHDSKINTOSKIN

This week, the American Academy of Pediatrics released a report on 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, focusing on cardiac malformations and management. View the report: publications.aap.org/pediatrics/art…

This has been a topic that comes up a lot in our group! Check it out!