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Nonprofit Milk Banks & Why They Matter

Nonprofit milk banks matter – here’s why . . . Approximately 10% of babies in the US are born preterm, with Black and Brown babies having higher rates of prematurity than... More > about Nonprofit Milk Banks & Why They Matter

Small But Mighty – Henry’s NICU Journey

Taking a breath . . . Mom and emergency dispatcher, Heather, has some critical advice for moms who are feeling worried and overwhelmed. “Take a... More > about Small But Mighty – Henry’s NICU Journey

Boston Marathon 2023 – Team Preemie is back 

Team Preemie is back . . .  Team Preemie is back and we couldn’t be more excited. Recognize the name? We’re not too surprised. After all,... More > about Boston Marathon 2023 – Team Preemie is back 

Nurse Runs Boston Marathon for the Milk Bank

Every city and town along the Boston Marathon route receives a number of bibs to distribute to qualified local runners. In return for a bib,... More > about Nurse Runs Boston Marathon for the Milk Bank

Adjusted Age, Adjusted Life: Prematurity Awareness Over the Lifespan

November is Prematurity Awareness Month. While there is much overlap, prematurity and NICU are not synonymous. Some NICU babies are full term with birth-related or... More > about Adjusted Age, Adjusted Life: Prematurity Awareness Over the Lifespan

Grandparents Day and NICU Awareness Month

There are more events, people, and “awarenesses” to honor than there are months, weeks, or days in the year (even a leap year). Sometimes the... More > about Grandparents Day and NICU Awareness Month

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