October 2022 – After the NICU

Children who were born very preterm have a 2-to-3-fold increased risk of being diagnosed with ADHD compared to their term born peers. After the NICU many parents are experiencing 504 Plans and Individualized Education Plans (IEP’s) for their school-age preemies due to ADHD. How can you help your child succeed in school? Special Education and Accommodations: There are two laws … Read More

October 2022 – Preemie Organization

Org: Build You Up Sisters Established: 2019 Outreach: National Website: https://byusisters.buildyouup.org/ Build You Up Sisters focuses primarily on amplifying and supporting women on a national level but would like to broaden the reach as “Strong Faith” has made it’s way to Europe and Africa. We support women and we support families with preemie and/or NICU experiences. Build You Up Sisters … Read More

October 2022 – Preemie of the Month

Preemie: Bonnie Glover Gestation at Birth: 30 weeks Days in the NICU: 48 Parent: Gina Glover “Take each day as it comes. Don’t overthink it.” – Gina Glover Preemie Story: In February 2021, I was 7 months pregnant and so excited to have our second baby. Frankie, our 18 month old kept touching my tummy and saying, “baby” – she … Read More