Welcome to ParentingPreemies.com!
Hi and welcome to parentingpreemies.com. You have arrived at a great place, please make yourself at home. Here you will find preemie information, insight, support and care. Most of all you will find people who finally UNDERSTAND your special, lifetime journey!
We know what it is like to birth a baby and it be whisked away without introductions. We understand the scariest feeling in the world: going to the NICU to see your baby for the first time (did you even know the NICU existed until your preemie was born?!). We've been through the vigorous months of "scrubbing up" every day to spend time with a little one we can barely touch let alone hold. We have been through the heart-wrenching ups and downs of the NICU and Intermediate Care Nurseries. Did you bring home your preemie attached to monitors, etc.? We completely understand the feeling of leaving the hospital empty-handed while other mothers snuggle their newborns in their arms. We've been there and are here to encourage AND lend you a listening, understanding ear. Why not register and see what we're all about, it's FREE!
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The Loss of a "Normal" Experience!
 A concerned mom of a 24-weeker comments, "Lately I have found myself in tears. I feel as though the "trauma" of the NICU is finally hitting me. I am so blessed and thankful to have my beautiful little daughter but mourn the loss of a "normal" experience. Please tell me when it all disappears."
As for your mourning the .... View More » |
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Is Your Preemie Demanding?
 Have you ever thought that your preemie was demanding: needy, crafty, almost bratty? You are not alone! Most parents of preemies will agree that their preemie is very demanding when it comes to anything and everything. Of course, given their special circumstances, it is easier to overlook these trivial tantrums.
Try reading a favorite book to your preemie. Listen to calming, soothing music while rocking or swaying to the beat. Another idea is to have a yummy snack di .... View More » |
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LOOKING for Tiny Miracles!
 CALLING ALL PREEMIES! Parentingpreemies.com is looking for a new "Tiny Miracle"! If you would like to see your preemie's face and birth story on our homepage, send an email to parentingpreemies@hotmail.com. The only requirement for entering is that you need to be a current member of our website. Contact us today! |
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Extra Special Deliveries
 Click on this article to see all of our extra special deliveries! Send the baby's name, birthday, weight, state and weeks of gestation and we'll post your news! Email your exciting information to View More » |
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Our Beginnings...
 Starting motherhood with my daughter born premature was very difficult. It has been a long road with many ups and downs. For months I searched for people like me, parents of preemies, who could fully understand my confusion, hurts, joys and disappointments. Being unable to .... View More » |
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 Olivia Grace born at 26 weeks gestation was only 2 pounds, 7 ounces and 14 inches long. The doctors were amazed with her weight and length. They had told us that she would not be more than a 1.5 pounds. Olivia began an early life of surprising everyone. It was not long before she would not only amaze the NICU doctors and nurses, but also her parents, aunts, uncles, and many others...
Send us your miracle story and you may get the chance of having your story and preemie photos featured on our website! Sharing your story will not only help you heal, but encourage others as well. Each preemie's life is a miracle, whether the ending is happy or sad. In 300 words or less write it and email it to: parentingpreemies@hotmail.com! |
Something to Read
 "Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD." -Psalm 27:14 |
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