Written by Katie Hannigan You hear a lot about breastfeeding, but not often abut how hard it is. We are led to believe that it is easy because it is the natural way. It shouldn’t require any effort. But the test results have determined that is a lie. This is even more true when it […]
When you’re new to premature birth, everything is scary. Just looking at your preemie (and all their medical accessories) can be frightening. And the thought of holding a preemie? Terrifying! But at the same time, most new parents are desperate to hold their babies because they instinctively know that physical contact is a vital part […]
To the mothers who donate their breast milk: I want you to know that your efforts were not in vain! There are mothers out there who are thankful… like me.
Feeding difficulties can show themselves in many different ways and at different stages in a preemie’s development. As frustrating as it can be to wait, always talk to all of your doctors to make sure you have all the information you need before consulting with other parents of preemies. Be sure there are no underlying […]
As a first-time mom, breastfeeding was new. Sure, I’d seen others do it and I subscribed to the “breast is best” philosophy, but I was still surprised when actual liquid started coming out of me in a place it has never come from before. Amazing, yes absolutely. Easy? Not so much, especially feeding a preemie. […]
For Prematurity Awareness Month, we are continuing our series Prematurity Voices, where we give parents of preemies a place to share their story in their own words. Today, Nicole tells the story of the birth of her 500 grams miracle, Alexis Lily. After the loss of a pregnancy in December of 2011, we were very […]
For many parents of preemies, it’s faith that carries them through an early birth and then the roller-coaster ride that is the NICU. Such was the case for Danielle and her husband, who welcomed their baby boy into the world much too early. Early on, they made the decision to weather it all with a […]
Sometimes prematurity brings with it unexpected challenges. That was the case in Saran’s story, which is complicated and sometimes difficult to read. But miracles happen, and she has been kind enough to share the long road she walked in her prematurity journey. This is Pt. IV – you can find Pt. I here, Pt. II […]
Sometimes prematurity brings with it unexpected challenges. That was the case in Saran’s story, which is complicated and sometimes difficult to read. But miracles happen, and she has been kind enough to share the long road she walked in her prematurity journey. This is Pt. III – you can find Pt. I here, Pt. II […]
Jaime is our mentor for Breastfeeding & Pumping Support. She's available to support parents who are struggling with milk supply issues, breastfeeding preemies, or pumping issues.
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Our mission is to inform and guide parents of preemies so that they may confidently navigate the journey of prematurity.
