Supporting parents of premature babies through their baby’s unique journey. We help connect parents to each other, to family and friends, and to national and local support groups.
Tips for friends and family
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Listen hard and just be there for parents of a premature baby. Take your cue on how to be from them. Sometimes a friendly ear, just to listen is needed. Sometimes someone to cry with or share some...Vote
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Generally just parents and immediate family are allowed to visit. At times it may be that only parents will be allowed to visit. Sometimes it is just too difficult for parents to cope with...Vote
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... when is she coming home or how much does he weigh. Let the parents tell you what they want to divulge. The most helpful thing you can do hear is listen hard and remember the details you are...Vote
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Good gifts might include: baby clothes, but no big baby growers or enormous home-knit cardigans please ; Magazines and reading materials; Snacks or delicious home-made packed lunch for mum; Hand...Vote
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Often friends and family are at a loss as to how to deal with the early birth of a baby, particularly if the baby is extremely premature. Most parents are keen for the birth of their baby to be...Vote