Meet the instructors

Samantha is the Founder of Newborn Prep 101 and a NICU nurse practitioner with over seven years of experience caring for newborns. She created Newborn Prep 101 to give every parent the confidence and knowledge to bring their baby home safely.

Tori has been a NICU nurse in New York City for the past six years. She recently earned her Master's degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner and will be transitioning into a new role this fall as a delivery room nurse practitioner. With a strong background in newborn care and education, Tori is passionate about supporting new and expecting caregivers in feeling confident and well-prepared to care for their babies.

Jenna is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with over 5 years of experience as a NICU nurse in New York City. She's passionate about helping new and expecting caregivers feel confident and supported as they care for their newborns.

Chloe is a NICU nurse with 10 years of experience caring for newborns across the country. She currently practices in both the NICU and pediatric primary care, where she guides families through the transition from hospital to home. Chloe is passionate about ensuring families feel supported, reassured, and confident as they begin life with their newborn.

Cat is a doctorally prepared, board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with nearly a decade of experience caring for infants, children, and their families. She currently practices in a Level IV NICU and is passionate about empowering parents through compassionate, evidence-based education — helping families build the confidence they need to welcome their new baby with joy and peace of mind.

Emma is a NICU nurse with six years of experience caring for newborns and supporting families through life's biggest transitions. She is passionate about helping new parents feel confident and reassured as they adjust to life with a new baby — making sure no one feels like they're navigating it alone. Outside of work, she's a self-proclaimed "professional auntie" to her many nieces and nephews, a role she takes very seriously.

Vy is a pediatric ICU nurse with over a decade of experience caring for critically ill children and supporting families through complex medical journeys. She is deeply committed to advocacy and education, and is passionate about empowering new parents with the knowledge and confidence they need to care for their little ones.

Carly has been a Labor and Delivery Nurse on Long Island for about eight years. She holds a Master's degree in Nursing Education and is currently pursuing her studies to become a Family Nurse Practitioner. Passionate about teaching, Carly is dedicated to empowering new and expecting caregivers with the knowledge and confidence they need to care for their newborns.

Katie has over seven years of experience as a Registered Nurse, specializing in both the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Additionally, she is currently pursuing her Master's in Nursing Education.

Jenny has been a Labor and Delivery nurse in Westchester County for eight years, and also works in both the NICU and Mother/Baby unit. As a mother of two young boys, she understands the importance of a safe, nurturing environment for newborns — and is passionate about helping new families feel confident and prepared.

With over seven years of experience as a Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Ashley brings both professional expertise and personal insight as a new mom. She's dedicated to empowering parents with the knowledge and confidence to care for their newborns.

Liz has been a Registered Nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for the past six years. Liz's favorite part of being a nurse is teaching and inspiring confidence in the parents of her patients.

Jackie is a NICU nurse with nine years of hands-on experience caring for newborns and guiding families through some of their most challenging and meaningful moments. She is passionate about bringing her expertise into new parents' homes, helping them feel confident, prepared, and supported during their baby's earliest days.

Lauren is a Registered Nurse with over five years of experience, having worked in both the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and an obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) office in Chicago.

Rachael is a Registered Nurse and Certified CPR Instructor. As a mom who experienced "two under two," she understands how life with a newborn can be both beautiful and overwhelming. Her goal is to support parents and caregivers in building confidence in their knowledge, skills, and instincts so the entire family can thrive.

Emma is a Registered Nurse with experience in Labor and Delivery in Washington, D.C. She is passionate about empowering parents, families, and caregivers with the knowledge and confidence they need to provide safe newborn and child care—especially when it comes to CPR and emergency preparedness.

Shuli has 7 years of experience in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), a Master's degree in Nursing Education, and currently works as a Pediatric Critical Care Transport nurse. She's passionate about helping parents feel confident and prepared to care for their little ones, and she's so excited to join the Newborn Prep team as an instructor!

Lindsay is a Family Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience as a NICU nurse. She now practices in family medicine in Boston, caring for patients across the lifespan—from newborns to older adults. With a strong background in newborn care and education, Lindsay is especially passionate about supporting new and expecting parents. She is dedicated to helping families feel confident, informed, and prepared as they navigate life with their little ones.

Kelly is a Registered Nurse in both the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), where she cares for some of the most vulnerable patients. Her passion lies in guiding and educating families through critical moments, and she is most fulfilled when empowering parents with the confidence and knowledge to care for their babies both in and beyond the hospital setting.

Emma is a Registered Nurse based in Los Angeles, CA, specializing in Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant. Over the years, she has developed a deep passion for educating and supporting patients and their families. Now, she's excited to share her knowledge with new parents—helping them feel safe, confident, and empowered as they care for their newborn with love.

Krissy is a pediatric nurse with extensive experience caring for children with complex medical needs in specialized hospital settings. She is passionate about sharing her expertise with new parents, providing practical skills and gentle guidance to help them feel confident, capable, and empowered in caring for their baby.