Premmie Hero Award Winners
In February 2010 nominations were open to find Australia's "local premmie heroes". The awards were created by parents of premature babies in 2009 as a way to pay tribute and thank the amazing Australian's who volunteer their time supporting families after the birth of their premature children
Premature Baby Photos – Then & Now
Find inspiration from the amazing premature babies who are born throughout Australia and the world with these amazing pictures from their time spent in the hospital NICU/SCN's to now at home with their families
Premature Baby Forum
Our premature baby community forum offers a supportive area to over 1,200 families of premature babies & children in Australia. If you have a premature baby, toddler or school age children our forum is the perfect place for you to meet other families
Inspirational Premature Babies
As a community of parents we understand the desire to find information after giving birth to a premature baby. Many of us spent hours searching for information of premmie babies born at the same gestations as our own, what complications they had, their birth weight and their outcome after coming home from hospital. We all search for hope and inspiration after the quick and un-expected birth of our babies.
Hospital Thank you Messages
As families we have all been through the hard journey of premature birth and without the hospitals and their dedication it would have been a much harder road. Please find messages from families around Australia who would like to pay tribute to the many doctors, nurses and medical staff who take care of our premature babies whilst in the NICU/SCN. If you would like to support and thank your hospital for the amazing care and dedication they showed through your premmie babies journey please use our submission form. We encourage parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, sisters, brothers and friends to leave a message.
L'il Aussie Prems Features
Premature Babies Then & Now
Find inspiration from the amazing premature babies who are born throughout Australia and the world with these amazing pictures from their time spent in the hospital...
Premmie on Board ~ Car Signs
Purchase your very own unique “prem on board” car sign for your premature baby. Available through the L’il Aussie Prems website our new designed car...
Premmie 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...
Messages To Our Hospitals
As families we have all been through the hard journey of premature birth and without the hospitals and their dedication it would have been a much harder road. Please...
Latest Premmie Baby Newsletters
The L’il Aussie Prems Newsletter is sent to our members on a monthly basis. The newsletter features website updates, member updates, latest posts on our premmie...
Latest Premature Baby News
Premmie Hero Award Winners
In February 2010 nominations were open to find Australia’s “local premmie heroes”. The awards were created by parents of premature babies in 2009...
Premature Baby Study
The University of Queensland are recruiting mothers of babies (<24 months corrected age) born preterm (<37 weeks gestation) to complete questionnaires via...
Premature Baby Playgroup Support
To find a premature baby support playgroup/morning tea in your area please click on your state. Each playgroup listed aims to provide support & friendship...
Pumpkin Patch Premmie Range
Pumpkin Patch has introduced Prem & Tiny Prem sizes to their baby basics collections available through their website and in stores. Please note: Tiny Prem sizes...
Inspirational Premmie Babies
As a community of parents we understand the desire to find information after giving birth to a premature baby. Many of us spent hours searching for information of...
Premature Baby Articles
Premature Baby Developmental Delays & Support Services
Premature children are at risk for developmental and cognitive delays. Developmental Delay is when your premmie does not reach their developmental milestones at the expected times ie: their real birth age. If your baby was born prematurely (before 37 weeks of pregnancy), your baby is expected to reach various milestones based on their due date (not their birthday). If your baby was born three months early, they will most likely... [Read more]
Tips from Parents of Premature Babies
Below are some handy tips & advice from parents of premature babies who have been through the NICU/SCN rollercoaster journey with their children. Get to know the other parents in the NICU. I have made very many great friends who helped me through the ups and downs that come with having premature baby. We are still providing support to each other 2 years down the track. Keep a journal of things that happen whilst they... [Read more]
Touching Your Premature Baby in NICU & Beyond
Watch, listen and learn – your baby is your teacher! Positive, nurturing touch is important in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) as premature babies often experience negative, painful touch by way of medical treatments. For an infant to interact socially, they must first be able to control their autonomic motor and behavioural state systems. Tactile support such as nurturing touch can help your baby to settle.... [Read more]
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 as you intended. Despite all the worries associated with their early... [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 or puffiness of the face or hands, a sign of preeclampsia Pain during urination,... [Read more]


















