Getting Help for Your Preemie

Advocating for your child born prematurely.

Tiny baby hand in parent's hand.

Preemie Books
Recommended books for preemie parents.

Preemie Child Support Group
For parents of preemies 4 years or older.

Roles of Effective Parent Advocates
Preemie parents take on new roles to interact with professionals. A look at the variety of the roles parents of children with special needs must play in their child’s life. (Allison Martin)

How to Talk So Doctors Will Listen
Tips for parent communicating with doctors and other health professionals. (Karen Melnick)

Need an Answer? Ask!
Take a tip from your kids... Ask until you get the right answer. (Pat Linkhorn)

Roles of Effective Parent Advocates
Preemie parents take on new roles to interact with professionals. A look at the variety of the roles parents of children with special needs must play in their child’s life. (Allison Martin)

Look Through the Windows of My World
An open letter to educators from parents of children with special needs. (Pat Linkhorn)

The Need for Early Intervention and other Adjustments for Preemies
A mother of preemie twins presents societal changes to mitigate for early birth. (Patti Wrape)

Resources