Premmie Baby Forum
A home to over 850 members Australia and world wide, our forum is a safe community for families of premature babies. Click here to view the Premmie Baby Forum To register on our FREE forum please click Here . We look forward to you sharing your story about your premature babies journey. We are pleased to provide a forum for sharing, and remind everyone that the viewpoints, opinions and actions expressed here are those of the individuals themselves, and may ...
Premmie Baby Birth Stories
Read these inspirational birth stories from parents of premature babies. See how far these little miracles have come. We also acknowledge that some tiny angels born prematurely do not make it in their struggle for life. Share with us your heartwarming story about your perfect little angel(s) with wings. Don't forget to view our Premmie Gallery . __________________________________________________________ Amy & Sophie's Story - Born At 22 Weeks __________________________________________________________ Lane's Story - Born At 26 Weeks __________________________________________________________ Talia's Story - Born At 26 Weeks ...
Premature Babies Gallery
Our gallery has been created for families in mind. Create your own album, upload your own pictures, rate photos, comment on photos, invite friends and family to view your premmie babies gallery and become involved in your childrens growing years.
Premmie Baby Birth Announcements
We all know how special the birth of a premature baby is and we welcome you to add their birth announcement on our website. We cherish all angel babies here at L'il Aussie Prems and invite you to announce the birth of your precious baby. We encourage parents, grandparents, friends and relatives to submit a birth announcement. You are welcome to add any additional information in your announcement and we all look forward to celebrating with you. We send a laminated birth announcement to each family so be sure to fill in your details to receive yours. ______ <br /> <a ...
Hero Awards
Do you know a “Local Premmie Hero”? Please view our 2009 Premmie Hero Award Winners. Nominations open on 1st February 2010 Every year in Australia, thousands of babies are born prematurely. Their families ride a rollercoaster of emotions as they watch their children fight to overcome the health and developmental issues facing them as a result of their early arrival. These issues continue long after the babies are discharged from hospital. LAP is seeking nominations from around Australia of “local premmie heroes” – the ordinary yet extraordinary people who give up their time to support the families of premature babies both during their ...
Premmie Baby Articles
Premature Baby ~ Articles This is a collection of Premature Baby Articles . You will find them extremely helpful and educational as parents or relatives of premature babies. This area is all about what you need & want to know! For further articles please visit www.lifeslittletreasures.org.au The subject matter provided in these articles is strictly for informational purposes alone and should never be used in the place of a doctor's advice. Please ALWAYS contact your doctor if you ever have questions or need ...
L'il Aussie Prems Features
Premature Babies Gallery
Our gallery has been created for families in mind. Create your own album, upload...
Latest Premmie Baby Newsletters
The L’il Aussie Prems Newsletter is sent to our members on a monthly basis....
Premmie Baby Birth Announcements
Click on the image to view each premature babies birth within that year. With every...
Premmie Parents Of The Moment
Click on the image to view each parents amazing story and their premature babies...
Premmie Birth Stories
Deegans Story - Born at 32 weeks
25th of August 2007 It was a Saturday and I was having a cleaning day as I was having...
Harrison’s Story - Born at 34 weeks
It was a Friday morning, and I was at my first childbirth education class. We were...
Milica’s Story - Born at 26 weeks
I discovered that I was expecting on 11th December 2007. My pregnancy had been easy,...
Delacey’s Story - Born at 26 Weeks & Angel Sister Hope
My son’s story begins after the death of his sister Hope Louise. So to tell...
Premmie Articles
If Your Friend/Relative Has A Premmie Baby
When someone you know suddenly has a premature baby, you may find yourself wondering how to react, especially if the baby is particularly early or small. Here are a few suggestions. Congratulate them Assume the baby will be OK, and congratulate the parents on the birth as you would if the baby was full term by sending a card, gift, champagne or flowers... [Read more]
Symptoms Of Premature Labour
The following signs of premature labour can also be a very normal part of pregnancy. Therefore, if you feel you are experiencing a symptom, try to determine whether this represents a change in the pattern of your pregnancy or whether it has been a normal occurrence for you. Contractions or cramps, more than 5 in one hour Bright red blood Swelling... [Read more]
Expressing Breastmilk For Your Premature Baby
Waiting to start breastfeeding your premature baby requires patience, especially if your baby was born before 36 weeks. Breast milk has a special benefit for premature infants. Premature babies are those who are delivered before 37 weeks of gestation. The mother’s milk, under such circumstances, helps in supplying important nutrients to the premature... [Read more]
If Your Baby Might Be Premature
We all know that babies are rarely born on their due dates. But when they are born way before they are expected (before the 37th week of pregnancy), it can be the most difficult situation you will ever face. Two of my children were born early. One at 26 weeks, and one at 33 weeks. Life was tough, but we got through it. Premature births, or preterm... [Read more]




