National Association of Neonatal Therapists (NANT)

09/01/2026

Thousands of neonatal therapists work every day to make sure all families are seen, understood, and properly advocated for and cared for. Raising that awareness for full-term babies and families is something we can all do this month and beyond.

https://neonataltherapists.org/nicuawarenessmonth

Raising that awareness for full-term babies and families during NICU Awareness Month is something we can do all month and beyond.

09/01/2026

💙 September is NICU Awareness Month 💙

No family expects their baby’s first moments to unfold in the NICU.

Yet for so many, the beginning is marked by monitors and milestones, uncertainty and courage, and enduring hope.

This month, we honor the smallest babies with the biggest stories and the brave families who stand beside them, celebrating every breath, every ounce, every touch, and every step closer to home.

We also recognize everyone who helps make the NICU a place of hope, healing, and support. It’s a time to raise awareness, share resources, and remind NICU families that they are never alone. 💜

You can help shine a light by:

✨ Sharing the story of a NICU baby or family
✨ Thanking someone who provides NICU care
✨ Sharing why neonatal therapy matters
✨ Supporting an organization that serves NICU families

To every NICU baby and family—past, present, and forever changed by the experience—we see your strength, honor your journey, and celebrate every milestone with you.

08/28/2026

There's something inspiring about people who never stop learning.

Today, we're proud to recognize several of NANT's Top All-Time Course Completion Members. Their commitment to continuing education reflects years of dedication to growing as neonatal professionals and providing the best possible care for babies and families.

Please join us in celebrating:

💙 Brenda LalaBlack, OT
49 NANT courses completed
💙 Sonja Smart, OT
47 NANT courses completed
💙 Cathy Hall, OT
46 NANT courses completed
💙 Alissa Gay, PT
46 NANT courses completed
💙 Kim Hamilton, OT
46 NANT courses completed
💙 Carmel Tesmer, OT
46 NANT courses completed

Thank you for your passion for lifelong learning and for the example you set within our neonatal therapy community.

One of the greatest benefits of NANT Membership is unlimited access to our growing course library. These Members remind us that learning doesn't end with one course or one certification. It's a lifelong commitment that benefits the babies, families, and teams we serve.

Help us congratulate these incredible Members in the comments! 👏

08/26/2026

📅 Save the date!

International Neonatal Therapy Week is just around the corner.

From September 20th through 26th, we'll come together to celebrate the occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists who care for babies and families in the NICU.

It's a week to recognize the impact of our profession, celebrate our global community, and learn from one another.

We can't wait to celebrate with you.

Learn more: https://internationalneonataltherapyweek.com

08/25/2026

We understand how hard it is to keep track of available resources, especially when your clinical days leave little time for searching.

https://neonataltherapists.org/resources

We understand how hard it is to keep track of available resources, especially when your clinical days leave little time for searching.

08/24/2026

NANT's Core Value Spotlight: Presence

Presence is more than being in the room—it's choosing to be fully engaged, attentive, and intentional with the people around us.

At NANT, we believe that how we show up for one another shapes our culture. By bringing our best selves to each interaction, we foster trust, collaboration, and compassion that strengthen our work and the care we provide.

Every interaction is an opportunity to connect, support, and make a meaningful impact. That's the power of presence.

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08/21/2026

📣 Reminder 📣

Our course: Human Milk, Access and Safety, is retiring at the end of the month, but don't worry, there's still time to enroll!

Taught by Mitchell Goldstein, MD, MBA, CML

In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month, this course takes a closer look at donated breast milk — from access and regulation to safety and the real-world impact of inconsistent testing practices.

Throughout this course, you'll discover why breast milk access matters, how breast milk is regulated, and be able to list the risks of improper testing.

🎯 For: OT, PT, SLP, and neonatal professionals
📚 Level: Intermediate

Available now in the NANT Learning Hub!
👉 https://neonataltherapists.com/courses/human-milk-access-and-safety/

08/20/2026

🍼 Out of Focus: Using Your Neonatal Therapy Lens to Empower Breastfeeding

Taught by Kristin Taylor, OTR, CNT, CLC and Erin Hamilton Spence, MD, IBCLC, FABM, FAAP, this course was designed to help neonatal therapists provide each mother-infant dyad the breastfeeding support they need.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
🩵 Provide appropriate expectations and outcomes for breast milk feeds in the NICU.
🩵 Differentiate the functional differences between breastfeeding and bottle feeding.
🩵 Know the neonatal therapist's role in the support and assessment of breastfeeding.

For: OT, SLP, PT, RN MD, and Neonatal Professionals
Level: Intermediate

➡️ Available now in your NANT Learning Hub.
https://neonataltherapists.com/courses/stc-out-of-focus/

08/18/2026

Stay tuned for a new opportunity to connect during INTW! There is simply no other community like this in the world, and we look forward to highlighting your contributions.

https://neonataltherapists.org/markyourcalendarintw2026

There is simply no other community like this in the world, and we look forward to highlighting your contributions.

08/17/2026

📣 Save the date!

International Neonatal Therapy Week is almost here! 💙

📅 September 20-26, 2026

This is a special week to celebrate the OTs, PTs, and SLPs who care for babies and families in the NICU every day.

It's also a chance to celebrate the connections we share with colleagues around the world. Together, we're advancing neonatal therapy, supporting one another, and making a difference for the families we serve.

We can't wait to celebrate with you.
https://internationalneonataltherapyweek.com/