Melissa Braun

Melissa Braun

(She, Her, Hers)

CPR and Newborn Care Educator

BIO:

Melissa is a board-certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience caring for premature and critically ill infants in high-acuity NICU settings. She earned her degrees from the University of Colorado, Georgetown University, and The Ohio State University and has worked extensively in Level IV NICUs. As co-founder of NEOwell, Melissa supports families through pregnancy complications, NICU stays, and the transition from hospital to home with evidence-based education and compassionate guidance. She is deeply committed to collaborative, family-centered care and values working alongside doulas and perinatal care teams to provide continuity of support. Melissa is also a mother of three and brings both professional expertise and personal perspective to her work with families.

Fun Facts:

Melissa Favorite 3's:  Skiing, golf, tennis; Fiction, memoirs, thrillers; Buckeyes, Bull Dogs, Buffalos. 

What to expect:

Families working with Melissa can expect a calm, knowledgeable, and supportive presence. She takes time to listen, answer questions clearly, and tailor guidance to each family’s unique situation. Melissa blends evidence-based neonatal care with practical, real-life support, helping parents feel confident and informed. Her approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental, meeting families where they are and supporting them through complex or emotionally challenging moments.