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NICU Myth Busters! ?? ?? MYTH: Preemies don’t need plastic wrap if the delivery room is warm enough. ? FACT: Even in a warm OR, preemies lose heat rapidly due to evaporation through their extremely thin and fragile skin. Using a plastic bag or wrap immediately after birth significantly reduces heat loss! Learn more evidence-based thermoregulation strategies inside our ELBW Thermoreg Mastery Mini-Course! ?? 3 contact hours of Nursing CEs, expert insights, and downloadable tools—all on-demand! ?? Learn more and get registered here: https://lnkd.in/dfxJS9ih

What’s YOUR Best Thermoreg Hack for babies in your NICU? ?? ?? Let’s hear your best real-life hacks! What’s the one tip or trick you swear by to keep tiny ones warm? ?? Pre-warmed blankets? ?? Double hats with plastic? ?? Perfect humidity balance? ?? Transport positioning? Drop your go-to methods in the comments! ?? P.S. Want even more expert tips? Our new ELBW Thermoreg Mastery Mini-Course is now available! ?? Get nurse CE credit hours + instant access to best practices from this year’s and last year’s expert sessions. ?? Learn more and get registered here: https://lnkd.in/dfxJS9ih

?? Mental Health Self-Care for NICU Nurses ?? Caring for tiny lives is a big responsibility—but don’t forget to care for yourself too! Prioritizing your mental wellness isn’t just important, it’s essential. A well-rested, supported, and mindful you means better care for your patients and a healthier you. Take a deep breath, embrace the support around you, and remember—your well-being matters just as much as the care you provide. ?? #NICUNurses #MentalWellness #NurseSelfCare #YouMatter #ResilientNurses #MindfulNursing

What’s the ONE Thing Your NICU Needs to Improve? ???? Every NICU has room to improve—whether it’s protocols, teamwork, or resources. ?? If you could fix ONE thing about how your unit manages thermoreg for small babies in the first days of life, what would it be? ?? More teamwork? ?? Better tracking of incubator closure times? ?? Faster transport processes? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ?? P.S. Our Thermoregulation Mini-Course is packed with solutions you can implement immediately to improve outcomes in your unit! ?? ?? Learn more and get registered here: https://lnkd.in/dfxJS9ih

?? Top Neonatal Books Every NICU Nurse Should Read! ?? We've put together a list of essential books that every NICU nurse who loves baby brains should have on their shelf. How many of these do you already own.. check our our list over on our website. ?? Check out our top picks: https://lnkd.in/ghbt2jwH #NICU #NeonatalNursing #NeonatalBookRecommendations #synapsecare

The 28% Rule – Why Temperature Matters! ?????? Did you know? Temps below 36°C increases mortality risk by 28% in preemies! ?? ?? Hypothermia also raises the risk of sepsis, IVH, and NEC – making thermoregulation a top priority in the NICU. ?????? Want to learn the latest best practices? Our brand-new ELBW Thermoreg Mastery Mini-Course gives you access to this year's AND last year’s expert discussions on temp management from Golden Hour to Humidity Management, and includes: ? 3 hourse of Nursing CE credits ? Downloadable checklists & resources ? Step-by-step protocols to improve patient outcomes ?? Learn more and get registered here: https://lnkd.in/dfxJS9ih

"Golden Hour” Quiz! ????? The first 60–90 minutes of a preemie's life set the stage for their survival. How well do you know the Golden Hour guidelines? ? True or False: 1?? A baby's temperature should be taken only once during the Golden Hour. 2?? Delayed cord clamping negatively impacts thermoregulation. 3?? Incubator tops should be closed ASAP to minimize heat loss. ?? Drop your answers in the comments! ?? P.S. -- If you want expert-approved answers, check out our new ELBW Thermoreg Mastery Mini-Course -- more info below!! ?? Learn more and get registered here: https://lnkd.in/dfxJS9ih

? "You’re not just doing a job—you’re creating futures. Your care matters, today and every day." ?? To all the NICU caregivers in the Synapse Community, you are not only providing life-saving medical care—you are shaping the future of every tiny life you touch. Your compassion, dedication, and expertise make all the difference. Thank you for being the heroes these families need. ?? #NICUHeroes #MakingADifference #TinyButMighty #NICUCare #CareThatMatters

?? Delivery Room Quick Quiz: What is the best practice to reduce evaporative heat loss in an ELBW infant? a) Drying the infant immediately b) Placing the infant on a radiant warmer c) Placing the infant in a polyurethane wrap ?? What do you think? Drop your answer in the comments below! Let’s discuss best practices for keeping our tiniest patients safe and warm. ?? #NICUCare #ELBW #NeonatalCare #DeliveryRoomCare #NICUKnowledge #TinyButMighty

Invest in Your NICU Skills – Without Leaving Home! NICU nurses, you’re busy. We get it. That’s why we created a new collection of ELBW Mini-Courses to fit into YOUR schedule and your budget! ???? What’s included? ? Attend LIVE sessions of an upcoming SBNQCC session or watch a replay if you can’t make it ? Monthly topics range from Neuro-Protection to Respiratory Care. ? Instant access to last year’s SBNQCC calls ?(that you can watch anytime!) ? Nursing CE credits – because you deserve credit for learning. ? Downloadable checklists & admission resources – save time using our templates and take the guesswork out of best practices for ELBW infants ? Evidence-based updates – straight from experts in the field. ?? Upgrade your NICU skills in just a few hours – from anywhere! ?? CLICK this link to learn more and register today - https://lnkd.in/dfxJS9ih