Are there any other single moms out there that have preemie children

Posted May 2nd, 2008 by dancehaven

single moms

Im just looking to see if there are any other single moms with preemies out there. i am a single mom of wonderful little girl that was born 2 months early and can relate to the challages and concerns of being a preemie parent.

I am a single mom but my

On May 3rd, 2008 LaraPiu says:

I am a single mom but my child is in gradeschool. I hope I can help anyhow!

my child is 1 1/2 years old

On May 3rd, 2008 dancehaven says:

my child is 1 1/2 years old . so i could use as much information as i can get .
Any tricks or ideas are welcome.

I'm also a single mom of a

On June 2nd, 2008 SnglMomofPreemie says:

I'm also a single mom of a preemie. My son was born 12 wks early at only 2 lbs 4 oz. I'm new to this site so I just saw your post. I really hope you don't feel all alone although I confess I still feel that way from time to time. I also hope your little miracle baby is growing and developing well. My son is now almost 7 months old (according to the calendar) or 18 wks (gestationally corrected age). He spent 10 wks and 4 days in hospitals. I've learned that I can't rely completely on the medical professionals. I have to stand up and advocate for my child because I'm the only parent he has.

thank you. my baby girl was

On July 18th, 2008 dancehaven says:

thank you. my baby girl was 2.8 oz at birth and now she is a walking and some what talking 18 month old wow.

i agree on being a advocate in regards to the medical professionals .

its almost like if they dont have a miro premiee themselves they dont understand all the concerns and presures as the parents

By the way, please don't

On June 5th, 2008 SnglMomofPreemie says:

By the way, please don't allow your preemie to be transferred to Los Ninos Hospital on Thomas Rd. My son was taken there and the nightmare began. The nursing care was not up to par. They were not prepared to care for a preemie. One of the doctors even tried to find a medical reason to have him transferred out of there since that was the only way allowable by my insurance.