Premature Infant - Other Places To Get Help
Organizations
| American Academy of Pediatrics | |
| 141 Northwest Point Boulevard | |
| Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1098 | |
| Phone: | (847) 434-4000 |
| Fax: | (847) 434-8000 |
| E-mail: | kidsdocs@aap.org |
| Web Address: | www.aap.org |
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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers a variety of educational materials, such as links to publications about parenting and general growth and development. Immunization information, safety and prevention tips, AAP guidelines for various conditions, and links to other organizations are also available. |
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| March of Dimes | |
| 1275 Mamaroneck Avenue | |
| White Plains, NY 10605 | |
| Phone: | (914) 997-4488 |
| Web Address: | www.marchofdimes.com |
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The March of Dimes tries to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and early death. March of Dimes supports research, community services, education, and advocacy to save babies' lives. The organization's Web site has information on premature birth, birth defects, birth defects testing, pregnancy, and prenatal care. You can sign up to get a free newsletter and also explore Understanding Your Newborn: An Interactive Program for New Parents. |
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| Postpartum Support International | |
| 927 North Kellogg Avenue | |
| Santa Barbara, CA 93111 | |
| Phone: | (805) 967-7636 |
| Fax: | (805) 967-0608 |
| E-mail: | PSIOffice@postpartum.net |
| Web Address: | www.postpartum.net |
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Postpartum Support International offers information and support not only to women who are coping with postpartum depression and anxiety after childbirth but also to their families. The Web site also includes the Mills Depression and Anxiety Symptom-Feeling Checklist for evaluating your symptoms. |
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| SHARE: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support | |
| c/o St. Joseph's Health Center | |
| 300 First Capitol Drive | |
| St. Charles, MO 63301-2893 | |
| Phone: | 1-800-821-6819 (636) 947-6164 |
| Fax: | (636) 947-7486 |
| E-mail: | share@nationalshareoffice.com |
| Web Address: | www.nationalshareoffice.com |
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This organization provides mutual support for bereaved parents and families who have suffered a loss due to miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal death. SHARE provides newsletters, pen pals, and information regarding professionals, caregivers, and pastoral care. |
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