At a time when self-care has taken a backseat to COVID-19, we sit down with Traci Richards, BSN, RN, RNC-NIC, C-ELBW, and D’Anne Moon MS, CNM, and discuss their tips and tricks for coping with stress, nutrition and overall wellness in their institutions, and at home. This episode continues the conversation from the jointly provided ACNM and AWHONN webinar titled, “From Chaos to Calm: Developing a Self-Care Toolkit for COVID -19 and Beyond.” Traci and D’Anne, who participated in that self-care webinar, share their insights in creating a relaxing environment for inpatient mothers, families, and perinatal care providers.
About the Speakers
Traci Richards, BSN, RN, RNC-NIC, C-ELBW
Ms. Richards has been a registered nurse for 25 years which includes 18 years of level III and IV neonatal intensive care experience. She has held multiple roles including preceptor, mentor, charge nurse, supervisor, manager and director. She is a long term American Academy of Pediatrics Neonatal Resuscitation Program mentor and S.T.A.B.L.E. Program Lead Instructor. She has presented at multiple conferences over the past 18 years including A.W.H.O.N.N., N.A.N.N., The Institute for Perinatal Quality Improvement and I.H.I. National Forum. She currently participates in quality initiatives on regional and state level in Texas and previously in Tennessee with T.I.P.Q.C.
D’Anne Moon, MS, CNM
D’Anne Moon is a Certified Nurse-Midwife working in full scope midwifery in Logan, Utah. Her approach is comprehensive and holistic believing that health is affected by all of life’s influences. She has worked in women’s health for over 25 years using evidence and experience in helping women be their best. She is an active member of the American College of Nurse-Midwives.
