Prem and special care

Having a premature baby can be a worrying time for new mums, but we’ll give you all the support you need to look after your special little newbie.

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Help raise money for Bliss
Bliss Billboards campaign launches

Weaning for prem babies
Advice on when to start and how to wean your premature baby

Going home with your prem baby
Help and advice for the next big step - going home

Breastfeeding a premature baby
What to expect if you want to breastfeed your premature baby

Immunising premature babies
Information and help about vaccinations for prem babies

Bliss introduces free prem baby pack
Free help and advice for parents of premature babies from Bliss

Premature baby clothes
Tiny and soft garments for little early birds

Cut your risk of premature birth
Drinking alcohol when pregnant makes a premature birth more likely.

What causes premature birth?
One in 13 births in England and Wales are preterm. What causes premature birth?

What happens if my baby is premature?
Will she survive? Will she be damaged?

Premature birth: the warning signs
Symptoms that could indicate you're going to give birth before 36 weeks.

Handling your preemie baby
A premature baby needs extra special care.

Premature babies
If your baby was born early, you will need extra help. Here's where to get it.

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