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Starts Wednesday 9 June 2004

Sometimes unexpected, sometimes prepared for, every premature birth is the start of a tough and stressful journey for both baby and parents. Technology has lowered survival viability to as little as 25 weeks but the cost is a medical and emotional battle. This website explores the experience from a parent's perspective and offers practical guidance, but also looks at the causes of premature birth and the efforts to improve aftercare.

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Why it happens

What to do

Will things change?

Where next?

How to cope

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