Designing Calm - Transforming the NICU Sensory Experience with a NIDCAP Approach

Listen to this 55-minute expert presentation by Fátima Clemente exploring how to transform the sensory environment in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) using the Newborn Individualized Developmental Care and Assessment Program (NIDCAP) approach. Discover evidence-based strategies for creating calmer, more developmentally supportive environments that reduce stress and promote better outcomes for critically ill newborns. Learn about the principles of NIDCAP methodology and how thoughtful design modifications to lighting, sound, touch, and overall sensory input can significantly improve the NICU experience for both infants and families. Gain insights into practical implementation techniques for healthcare professionals working in neonatal care settings who want to optimize developmental care through environmental design improvements.