Music Therapy: Strengthening Our Bond Through What My Child Loves
Megan shares her deeply personal journey of using music therapy to support her son, Carter, during his extended NICU stay and beyond. She reflects on the emotional challenges of balancing medical care, family life, and self-care while staying actively involved in therapy. Megan highlights the powerful role music played in strengthening their bond, easing transitions, and creating moments of connection in both hospital and home settings. She encourages parents to embrace music as a tool for engagement, comfort, and developmental growth, demonstrating how small musical interactions can have a lasting impact on a child’s well-being.
Resources
None.
About The Interviewee
Megan is a devoted mother to 2-year-old Carter, a NICU graduate who spent over 100 days in intensive care. Throughout their journey, Megan actively participated in music therapy, both in the NICU and later in an outpatient parent-infant music therapy group focused on bonding and development. Her firsthand experience navigating medical and therapeutic care has made her a strong advocate for parent involvement in early interventions. Megan continues to use music as a meaningful way to connect with Carter and support his growth. Contact: meganmacr@gmail.com
Suggested Citation
Ruffner, A. (2025, May 1). Music therapy: Strengthening our bond through what my child loves [Audio podcast]. imagine. www.imagine.musictherapy.biz