Parent Support Programs
Parent support programs are designed to assist you as a parent with a baby in the NICU. These programs may include formal discussions on specific topics or small group discussions between parents, but with professionals present to answer any questions. It may also include a discussion of the pregnancy, birth and NICU experiences, and more. Different hospitals have different parent support programs in place. Unfortunately, some hospitals do not have any programs in place. This however does not need to be a problem since Little StepsTM website will offer you the opportunity to e-mail any questions to professionals that can answer them for you.
Another support option is links to websites with updated and valid information. Visit the Parenting Workshop section to find your closest Little StepsTM Parenting Centre. Another support option will be given by means of a list of organisations that is involved with prematurity, such as La Leche League for breastfeeding support, South African Resuscitation Council for centres that offer CPR courses, SA Multiple Birth Association that offers support to parents with twins, triples, quadruplets, etcetera. This information is available under the Useful Resources section.
