A NICU Dad’s Journey: Strength in Silence
POV: You’re a NICU dad. Sleepless nights. Silent strength. Smiles that hide the fear. Prayers whispered in the hallway. The journey is real—but you’re not alone.
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Alex Zavala
Alex Zavala – Entrepreneur, Advocate, and Founder of The NICU Dad. Alex Zavala is a passionate entrepreneur and fatherhood advocate dedicated to transforming how families experience life in the NICU. As the founder of The NICU Dad, Alex has built a national platform empowering fathers through community, conversation, and connection — including The NICU Dad Podcast, The NICU Dad Huddle, and The NICU Dad Collective, a forthcoming consulting initiative to help hospitals strengthen father engagement and family-centered care. A longtime Family Partner Faculty Member and Patient Family Advisory Council leader within the Dell Children’s Ascension NICU Network, Alex uses his lived experience as a NICU dad to drive quality improvement and emotional support for families facing similar journeys. Beyond advocacy, Alex is also a seasoned business owner, continuing his family’s legacy as the leader of Johnny Romero Heating & Air Conditioning, proudly serving Central Texas since 1983. Whether mentoring NICU fathers or managing his company’s growth, Alex brings heart, vision, and purpose to everything he does.
