Meet Samantha
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, NICU expert, and the heart behind Newborn Prep 101.
Samantha Goldberg, MSN, NNP-BC, RNC-NIC, CLC
Samantha is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in New York City and the founder of Newborn Prep 101, LLC. Newborn Prep 101 offers in-person, at-home classes to help you prepare for bringing your newborn home.
Samantha has accumulated years of experience working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for the last 8+ years. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from New York University as well as a Master's in Neonatal Nursing from The University of Connecticut.
Her passion for empowering parents and caregivers led her to establish Newborn Prep 101 — bringing the same expert-level knowledge she applies every day in the NICU directly into the homes of new and expecting families across the country.
What is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner?
A Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) is a highly specialized advanced practice nurse who focuses on the care of newborn infants, particularly those who are premature, critically ill, or have other medical complexities. Neonatal nurse practitioners work in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) and provide specialized healthcare to newborns during the initial days, weeks, or months of their lives.
Their responsibilities often include assessing and managing the health of premature or sick infants, collaborating with other healthcare professionals in the NICU team, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, coordinating care plans, and offering support to families of newborns requiring intensive medical attention. Neonatal nurse practitioners play a crucial role in providing comprehensive and specialized care to ensure the well-being and development of neonates with various medical conditions.
NICU specialists
NNPs work exclusively with newborns — particularly those who are premature, critically ill, or medically complex — in neonatal intensive care units.
Advanced practice nurses
NNPs hold a Master's or doctoral degree in nursing, giving them the authority to assess, diagnose, and manage newborn care independently.
Family advocates
Beyond clinical care, NNPs provide education and emotional support to the families of NICU patients — helping them understand and participate in their baby's care.
The gold standard
Having an NNP teach your newborn prep and CPR class means you're learning from one of the most qualified newborn experts in the world.
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Book a private, in-home class in NYC — taught by the founder herself.