My sons survived the NICU… and so did I
Hi, I’m a dad of twins who were born almost 13 weeks prematurely. They spent 66 days in neonatal intensive care, but managed to overcome health issues to survive. The whole experience took a huge toll on my mental wellbeing, which is why I set up PremDad. This is where I share my experience, and provide resources for families going through the NICU.
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- First Outfit, Big Emotions: Dressing Your Premature Baby
Editor’s note: I’m pleased to introduce this guest post by Rachael from Simply Preemie, who writes powerfully about her experience of NICU following her son’s premature birth, and how she’s gone on to create a dedicated clothing brand for preemies. Theo was born at 28 weeks and 4 days, weighing 600 grams. If you don’t […] - World Prematurity Day 2025: what is it, and why is it important?
I’d never heard about World Prematurity Day… until I had premature babies. This is why the day is so important. - Book Review: Twenty Four Plus Six by Amy Brett
Read my review of Amy Brett’s book which provides a raw, emotional account of one of life’s toughest journeys. - Interview: Lorna Tallowin on premature motherhood & building a preemie clothing business
Lorna Tallowin’s journey as a mother began on an emotional note when her son was born prematurely. Faced with the challenges of caring for a premature infant, Lorna found herself in uncharted territory and struggled to find the support and resources she needed. But her love for her baby, her determination to help others in […] - Discharge day: What to expect when taking your baby home from the NICU
Discharge is pretty much the only thing to look forward to when your baby is in neonatal care… but what’s it actually like when that day finally comes? Here’s my experience.
