Podcasts about prematurity awareness month

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Dr. Preeti Kalra, PharmD, MHA, a clinical pharmacist from suburban Chicago, preterm birth survivor, and passionate advocate for maternal and infant health. Dr. Kalra shares her deeply personal story of being born three months premature, navigating the challenges of neurodiversity, and growing up in a South Asian community that often emphasizes conformity over individuality. Through her work with March of Dimes and WE ARE SAATH, Dr. Kalra sheds light on the long-term effects of premature birth, the stigma surrounding neurodivergence in South Asian culture, and the importance of advocating for mental health. This episode explores the intersection of medicine, personal experience, and cultural expectations, offering a unique perspective on the struggles and triumphs of living as a preemie. Tune in to hear Dr. Kalra's inspiring journey of resilience and her mission to break toxic generational cycles, redefine traditional narratives, and pave the way for future generations to embrace their authentic selves. Follow Dr. Kalra on Instagram @pkalra33 and join the movement at @wearesaath and @wearesaath_chicago.

Send us a text17 years ago today, my wife Denise and I lost our first son Jackson and it was by far the hardest thing either of us has ever been through. I asked her to come on the podcast with me to tell Jackson's story to the world and help me remember him on this very difficult day.If you have a story related to premature birth or anything similar, please share it with us by leaving a comment on this episode. You can find out more information about Prematurity Awareness Month at marchofdimes.org.Thank you and we love you Jackson.Books mentioned in this episode include:Alexander Hamilton by Ron ChernowEllRay Jakes is not a Chicken by Sally Warner and Jamie HarperFilms mentioned in this episode include:The Karate Kid directed by John G. AvildsenRocky IV directed by Sylvester StalloneSteel Magnolias directed by Herbert RossFrozen directed by Jennifer Lee & Chris BuckRemember the Titans directed by Boaz YakinWicked directed by Jon M. Chu

Jay tries to bring 3 new players up to speed and one returning player down to Earth, as she is joined by: Me, Myself, My Kids, And Irene: Shara Hinkel - Choose inclusion over exclusion, November is Prematurity Awareness Month; donate to March of Dimes or your local NICU! Irene Brewer - Thanks to Jay, Shara, Chris Brewer, and be kind to people; you don't know what they're going through! Vs. Does This Count As Date Night?: Kate Lydston - Be a participant in this upcoming election, check out postcard parties like Jason Narducy's monthly ones in Evanston, IL! David Kantorski - Drink local and play local trivia! This week's featured Patreon supporter is Johnson Earls! Thanks for the isolation booth upgrade! This episode sponsored by Critical Grind Board Game Cafe and Liquid Kourage Entertainment. Want to sponsor this show as well? Reach out to us! Editing's expensive and listening to ads sucks! Help us hire and pay a permanent editor and get back to new episodes every week by supporting us on Patreon, where you can now hear this episode of Verboten completely ad-free! All patrons get to add an "amenity" to the isolation booth as well! Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky! To contact the show directly, email us at VerbotenPod@gmail.com! Think you have the best words? Apply to appear on the show at https://ptepodcasts.com/appearance-request/! We are ALWAYS looking for new voices on this show! Please consider leaving the show a 5 star rating and review. See you next time! This episode edited by Jacob Hein. Thank you Jacob! ©2024, Verboten. Proud member of the PTE Network.

November is Prematurity Awareness Month! During the month of November, we reflect on all of the the premature infants born each and everyday, the clinicians who care for them, and the parents. Despite all of the latest technology and advances in healthcare, one in ten children are born prematurely in the United States. Additionally, infants born prematurely are more likely to have long-term academic difficulties, cognitive impairments, learning disabilities, and/or emotional and behavioral issues that will not only impact their life, but they also have a significant toll on the entire family. A practice that has repeatedly shown to improve both neonatal and parental outcomes depsite a preterm delivery, is early and consistent skin-to-skin care. The small action of assisting parents with immediate skin-to-skin care has a very BIG IMPACT! Obviously, every clinical situation is different, but when possible, infants should be skin-to-skin with their parents. The benefits of kangaroo care are endless and not just for the baby! Kangaroo care has shown benefits for homeostasis for preterm infants including maintaining a healthy body temperature and increased cardiorespiratory stabilization. The most substantial benefit of skin-to-skin care has been the increased volume of breast milk production by the mother resulting in a longer duration of breastfeeding. Skin-to-skin care promotes participation of both parents in caring for the infant, it strengthens the family role in caring for a fragile infant, and decreases the common feelings of helplessness which helps parents become more comfortable with their infant and more confident! It actually allows parents to nurture and care for their fragile infant. Listen now to hear all of the benefits of skin-to-skin care! Together we truly can make a difference in the lives of the infants and parents! Get ready to become empowered as we review the benefits of Kangaroo care in the NICU! Dr. Brown's Medical: https://www.drbrownsmedical.com Our NICU Roadmap: A Comprehensive NICU Journal: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicujournal/ NICU Mama Hats: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/hats/ NICU Milestone Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/nicuproducts/ Newborn Holiday Cards: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shop/ Empowering NICU Parents Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/shownotes/ Episode 55 Show Notes: https://empoweringnicuparents.com/episode55 Empowering NICU Parents Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweringnicuparents/ Empowering NICU Parents FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringnicuparents Pinterest Page: https://pin.it/36MJjmH

Welcome to Prematurity Awareness Month! Prematurity Awareness Month is observed every November, with World Prematurity Day on 17 November, to raise awareness of preterm birth and the concerns of preterm babies and their families worldwide. An estimated 15 million babies around the world are born premature each year and more than one million of them do not survive their early birth. Today, We Saved You A Seat, visits with Kayla Pitts, mom to Zetta who was born at 26.1 weeks gestation. Her conversation (broken into 3 parts) highlights maternal mental health in the perinatal and postpartum period, her preterm delivery, breastfeeding, and treatment options she pursued for her health and family.

Thank you for joining us for part two of Kayla's journey with premature birth as she shares her experience where she highlights some very specific emotions and experiences tied to Zetta's birth.   

Welcome to Prematurity Awareness Month and World Prematurity Day!   Prematurity Awareness Month is observed every November, with World Prematurity Day on November 17th, to raise awareness of preterm birth and the concerns of preterm babies and their families worldwide. An estimated 15 million babies around the world are born premature each year and more than one million of them do not survive their early birth.   Today, We Saved You A Seat, visits with Kayla Pitts, mom to Zetta who was born at 26.1 weeks gestation.   Her conversation (broken into 3 parts) highlights maternal mental health in the perinatal and postpartum period, her preterm delivery, breastfeeding, and the treatment options she pursued for her health and family.   Part One: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/367x5m/Kayla_Pitts9pb0m.m4a Part Two: https://mcdn.podbean.com/.../Kayla_Pitts_Part_2br217.m4a

November is Prematurity Awareness Month, and we are bringing back crowd favorite Morgan Carden to share more about her experience after giving birth to triplets born prematurely at 27 weeks. Morgan's honesty and strength are apparent as you listen to her explain how she navigated caring for 3 babies in the NICU while dealing with her personal health complications. Tune in to hear Part 2 of her story now!Follow Previa Alliance!Previa Alliance (@previa.alliance) • Instagram photos and videosPrevia Alliance Podcast (@previapodcast) • Instagram photos and videosKeep the questions coming by sending them to info@previaalliance.com or DM us on Instagram!

11.22.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: GA Deputies Charged, LA Deputy Kills Black Man, TSU's Enrollment Questioned, Christmas Gift Ideas Three Camden County, Georgia, Sheriff's Office employees have been arrested for beating a black detainee.   Jarrett Hobbs' Attorney, Harry Daniels, will join us to discuss this latest development.  Driving while black is what a Louisiana family says got 45-year-old Derrick Kettling, the brother of a high-ranking State Police officer, killed.  Civil rights attorney Ben Crump will explain how a traffic stop for window tint and a modified exhaust ended with a shot in the head.  There is so much to unpack about the Tennessee legislative committee grilling Tennessee State leadership over increased enrollment and alleged financial mismanagement.  Lezli Baskerville, the CEO of the National Organization For Equal Opportunity in Higher Education, will be here to break this down even further.  It's Prematurity Awareness Month, and a recent report says the rate of babies born prematurely is at its highest since 2007.  We'll examine why and what needs to be done to slow down this trend.   The Supreme Court refused to hear arguments from Black and Latino voters over Texas' legislative maps that gutted districts of color.  Atlanta will shell out one million dollars to Rashard Brooks' family for his death at the hands of an Atlanta police officer.  And in our Marketplace segment, we'll feature a black-owned gift shop for some great Christmas gift ideas.   Support RolandMartinUnfiltered and #BlackStarNetwork via the Cash App ☛ https://cash.app/$rmunfiltered PayPal ☛ https://www.paypal.me/rmartinunfiltered Venmo ☛https://venmo.com/rmunfiltered Zelle ☛ roland@rolandsmartin.com Annual or monthly recurring #BringTheFunk Fan Club membership via paypal ☛ https://rolandsmartin.com/rmu-paypal/ Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox

Today you have the incredible privilege of meeting a beautiful mom who celebrates so much in the month of November.  Her experiences within this last year have her embracing Prematurity Awareness Month, and that combined with Native American Maternal Health Month and Adoption Awareness Month, she has big items to celebrate throughout all of November.   I know you will absolutely fall in love with the Weaver family as she shares about their premature delivery last year with their son Drew.   You will also hear her mention a preemie baby book which she purchased soon after his birth, where she documented many things.  You can find that book here:  My Preemie Baby Book - Etsy  

GET DEAR MAC HERE! RIGHT HERE- GO GET IT!  https://a.co/d/8sC5IN0  READ A CLIP OF THE BOOK HERE: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B0BFCCDTKF&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_N3CS207YHGB9CERNMQ5B    Oh my heart! Every birth story is so sacred, but this story shows exceptional grit and a deep winning love by Mac's incredible parents. We celebrate NICU doctors, nurses, and families for Prematurity Awareness Month.  It is a life giving job that is so much more than work. It is family. The NICU is "a wonderful and horrible place" filled with stories of loss and life.  It is a calling and we honor those who do it by sharing this story of hope.     Through this collection of letters Allie McDade journals her extended NICU experience from delivering a micropreemie at 25 weeks.  She shares it now to come alongside anyone else walking this hard and lonely journey.      In the second half, Allie and I get to discuss what it looks like to be honest with God, to get mad, and how this transforms your relationship with Him as a loving, near Father.   Mac is home now and celebrating his first birthday! We are all celebrating with him!       

Celi & Tree welcome black female Dr. Agyemang to the convo and they realize people are inviting strangers to Thanksgiving now? The ladies discuss who can and can't get an accidental seat at their dinner tables. Apparently, the news is one big dramedy as two new mothers dealt with an IVF mix-up straight out of Tyler Perry Studios in WTF News and Portugal comes through for employees who demand a better remote working life. Iman Shumpert is definitely winning by showing off new dances moves from his DWTS partner and of course his baddie wife Teyana Taylor. Netflix, BET and Prime Video are coming through with new POC series that are a must see. Celi sounds off at the insane dismals of the Rittenhouse trial and a sad Karen tries to interrupt Affion's comedy show. As a surprise to no one, Kanye gets his black card revoked for playing Big Sean. The celeb news and reality tv mess heats up with new Fall favs like Queens on ABC and Fox's Our Kind of People. Check it out and don't miss Dr. Agyemang talk to the ladies about premature births, being a black female doctor, and overcoming obstacles during Prematurity Awareness Month.

Did you know that in the U.S 1 in 10 babies are born preterm? November is Prematurity Awareness Month. I speak to Dr. James Cook, Director of Newborn Services for Geisinger Health System and a member of the March of Dimes Market Board in Philadelphia about the work of the organization which helps fund research on preventing prematurity and provides resources to the health of moms and babies.www.marchofdimes.org

This week, Mallory speaks with Dawn Hendrixson, RN about Prematurity Awareness Month, post-partum care depression, health, safety, and much more!

With today being World Prematurity Day and the month of November being Prematurity Awareness Month & Diabetes Awareness Month, in addition to her music, Mary Sarah & I had so much more to talk about, including her work with Caiden's Hope Foundation! I hope you will share this show as I talk with Mary Sarah about her work as a singer, songwriter, musician and her passion for prematurity awareness, diabetes awareness, organ donation, and her personal connection to these causes.

Today we welcome Melanie Hollins to the podcast as she discusses her delivery at just 25 weeks gestation.  You will hear her story and how she processed the birth of her beautiful daughter Emily.  She also speaks to the things she did that helped her survive mentally and physically, 156 days in NICU, not knowing from day to day what the outcome might be, but believing the truths she spoke out loud and over her daughter each day.   Thank you Melanie for sharing your story, family and journey!

According to the CDC, about 1 in 10 babies are born preterm. How can you tell if you or your baby are at risk? Is there anything you can do to prevent preterm birth or to prepare for the unexpected? How can you cope, or help loved ones to cope, with having a baby in the NICU? In honor of Prematurity Awareness Month, Leigh Townsend, a woman who experienced the NICU as a parent and now works in the NICU supporting families who share that unspoken bond, is answering all those questions and more in this episode of UNprivate Parts.

Women of Action on Thursday's takes many directions. Meet Jezzika McKee, the mother of Samyuel who was born at 24 weeks of gestation. Jezzika's family has had many trials, fears and victories over Samyuel's 6 years on this Earth. She is here to tell a story of experiences some can relate to and others cannot. But as we acknowledge "Prematurity Awareness Month" in November and World Premature Day on Nov. 17, we can all agree it's a subject that deserves a conversation. YouTube video found at https://youtu.be/6pWYdtz4tFM

The Mighty Littles Podcast is back with new episodes starting in September. Join us for NICU Awareness in September, a discussion of words and labels in October, and Prematurity Awareness Month in November.

I know I promised I would do Matix's first birthday and year recap this week but unfortunately I am away with the Alani shoot, not in my studio, and want proper time to reflect before I share it with you. It going to be a lot of emotions to process, especially being prematurity awareness month so I want those who either haven't heard my story ever or heard it once on the podcast to hear it again because this is one of my favorite episodes and we will be back next week with what I promised!   Topics Covered   - Short Intro and What's Up this Week - Check out the Show Notes - Craziest 5 Days of My Life - Weekend of September 4th - Baby Progress and Contractions - Contractions Every 2 Minutes - The Epidural - Breathing and Pushing - Birth! - My Life Changed Forever - Affirmations and Speaking Shit into Existence - Outro and Thank You for Listening!   Get 10% off your first month with BetterHelp - code “DESB”: https://betterhelp.com/desb #ad   Follow @brunchwithdesb on insta: www.instagram.com/brunchwithdesb   Hit me up: https://shor.by/DESB  OPEN FACEBOOK FITNESS COMMUNITY: www.facebook.com/groups/dbftcommunity  Join my LIVE workout subscription: WWW. PATREON.COM/DESB   Did you miss out on our 2021 challenges?! Be sure to join my email list for our new challenge opening JANUARY 2022, merch, and weekly motivation from me: http://eepurl.com/dy2JLz OR join my app here: https://train.desbfittraining.com/trainers/312078/landing   PARAGON FITWEAR: code “desb” to save 11% PTULA ACTIVE: code “desb” to support me HYDROJUG: code “desb” to save 10% and stay hydrated af TULA SKINCARE: code “desb” to glow off with your skin and save 15% ALANI NUTRITION: code “desb” for free shipping over $50 and support me BUFFBUNNY COLLECTION: code “desb” to support   instagram ➭ https://www.instagram.com/desb___ twitter ➭ https://twitter.com/desbfit youtube ➭ https://www.youtube.com/desireescogginfitness  facebook ➭ https://www.facebook.com/desbfittraining my weekly emails ➭ https://mailchi.mp/a0ed2b83e2ec/dbfts... official website  ➭ https://www.desbfittraining.com   ---------------------------------------------------   Shop my fitness app programs: https://train.desbfittraining.com/trainers/312078/landing  Shop DBFT merch and glute BANDS: https://desbfittraining.myshopify.com ---------------------------------------------------   F A Q   -what's your real name? Desiree   -what's your instagram? www.instagram.com/desb___   -how old are you? 25   -how tall are you? 5'7   -whats your Spotify playlist? https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0c1...   -skin care routine? https://www.tula.com / CODE "desb" to save 20% -my huge water jug? https://www.thehydrojug.com / CODE: "desb" to save $   -supplements I use? https://www.alaninu.com / CODE "desb"   AND   -how to find my free stuff and codes? https://shor.by/DESB 

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Join host Dr. Natalie Crawford as she is joined by Brittany Velebil to tell the story of Yates who was born at 24 wks and 3 days old, weighing just over 16 oz and 9 inches long. Prematurity is personal to me, but even more so to my family. Yates is my nephew and I remember clearly the day he was born and all the uncertainty and fear. I can’t thank my sis Brittany enough for coming on the podcast and sharing their story with all of us in support of Prematurity Awareness Month.  There’s not much more to say than that prematurity and a NICU stay is something that nobody is prepared for and that it changes your entire life. Listen. Many thanks to WaterWipes for sponsoring this episode. This episode is a part of their #thisisparenthood campaign to inspire self-belief in all parents and have more open, honest conversations about the realities of parenthood. You can find more information at waterwipes.com/us. 

Kate Morrow and Frankie Robertson join Marjy Marj for a conversation about the health of mothers and babies About KateKate Morrow has worked in healthcare non-profit management, marketing and fundraising for over 15 years. After the birth of her twins at 28 weeks gestation, who spent 76 days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Kate knew more needed to be done to combat many of the challenges she witnessed for mothers of critically ill children. She has combined both her personal experience and professional expertise to be a true advocate for premature births, birth trauma, and high-risk mothers.Today, Kate supports the local and statewide March of Dimes Chapters and is also involved at the national level. In 2019, her family served as the March of Dimes Ambassador family and she was one of hundreds of women chosen to be an inaugural Gretch Carlson Fellow for the national March of Dimes. Her fellowship project was focused on maternal mental health, specifically, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, faced by mothers after critical or lengthy hospital stay for their child. Her most notable moment was having May 1 established as South Carolina Healthy Mother's Day; with a proclamation signed by Governor Henry McMaster in 2019. Kate feels strongly that mothers need to be mentally healthy to take care of the physical needs of their premature and critically ill children. Additionally, Kate is involved in the PRISMA-Midlands Foundation as an advocate and also supports the hospital system through a new role on the NICU Family Advisory Council. She works tirelessly to improve outcomes for families who have gone through medical stays similar to her family's. Today, Kate is involved in a variety of pediatric healthcare causes; most recently leading special projects and events at Children's Cancer Partners of the Carolinas. About FrankieFrankie Robertson has worked in public administration for more than two decades. Her maternal and child health work spans over a decade and began as the state director of the Louisiana Chapter of March of Dimes. During her tenure as state director, her talented team partnered with key stakeholders on successful statewide initiatives such as the 39 Weeks Initiative, Group Prenatal Care, Baby and Me Tobacco Free, and Go the Full 40.Frankie also served as Regional Director of Advocacy and Government Affairs at March of Dimes. She supported a talented team, contract lobbyists, and volunteers in LA, MS, AL, TN, FL, GA, NC, SC, and Puerto Rico. Key advocacy initiatives included maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity, health equity, workplace protections, paid leave, maternal mental health, protecting immunization laws, healthcare coverage, newborn screening, neonatal abstinence syndrome, substance use disorders, and smoking cessation.Frankie has an unwavering and unapologetic commitment to social justice and equity. She is passionate about maternal mental health, addressing toxic stress, and experienced the premature birth of her daughter, Zoe Amandla, at 28 weeks gestation. She applies her experiences as an activist mom of a Black son and a preemie, coupled with training as a birth doula and education in structural racism, to advance policies to address the root causes of health inequities for Black birthing people. Humanity ChatsCurated by Marjy Marj, a consultant, visionary and author of The Shimmigrant and Same Elephants, Humanity Chats is a conversation about everyday issues that impact humans.

November is Prematurity Awareness Month. On this episode of the podcast we welcome Carla LeVant. She has been a social worker at the Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong for 34 years and in the NICU for the past 15. Carla has a Bachelors in Social Work from Syracuse University and a Masters in Social Work from New York University. Her graduate placement was at NYU Medical Center on the Acute Pediatric Floor. She has an interest in Family Systems and a focus on Family Centered Care. She has co –facilitated the GCH Parent Advisory Council for 20 years and one specific to NICU issues for the past 15 years.Resources for preemie parents:Hand to Hold-https://handtohold.org/Peek A Boo ICU-https://www.peekabooicu.com/ The Essential Guide for Parents of Premature Babies: Preemies Second Edition, Preemie Parents: Recovering from Baby’s Premature BirthBabyCenter.com- Understanding your Baby’s Cues- https://www.babycenter.com/2_understanding-your-babys-cues_10350320.bcMarch of Dimes Prematurity/NICU Information - https://www.marchofdimes.org/complications/the-nicu.aspxGCH at URMC NICU - https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/childrens-hospital/nicu.aspxSupport the show (https://kidsthrive585.org/about/)

This November during Prematurity Awareness Month, Michelle Johnson with Abbott talks about human milk fortifiers that are added to breast milk to provide additional calories and essential nutrients.

November is Prematurity Awareness Month and Elizabeth brings on mama, Katie Hamby, to share her story with her twins.  We are grateful this Thanksgiving season for all the NICU staff and doctors who pay close attention to the premature babies and help care for the families going through that trying time.     Connect with Elizabeth Instagram Sponsors: HempFusion: 20% OFF & Free Shipping code: MAMAS Everlane for free shipping Native for 20% off First order code: miraculous Skylight promo code: mama for $10 OFF 

November is Prematurity Awareness Month, so it’s a good time for us to discuss the basics. In today’s show, we’re talking about risk factors for preterm delivery and other information you need to know about this frightening experience.  In this episode: Prematurity is the leading cause of death for children under five across the world---and the rate in the US keeps rising. [1:47] A history of preterm delivery is the #1 risk factor for another preterm delivery. [6:51] Many medical conditions and lifestyle habits can increase the chances of preterm delivery. [21:27] Conditions associated with stress can contribute to risk factors. [23:09] What you need to know about the four levels of the NICU--and what to expect with each one. [33:14] You need to be well-informed about the risk factors for preterm delivery, red flags to look for, who you need on your team, and how to prepare yourself.    Resources: What Should I Ask My Doctor (free guide) - bit.ly/whattoaskdr What Every Woman Needs to Know About Pelvic Floor Health with Catherine Middlebrooks - http://bit.ly/dmep117 5 Myths About Trauma http://bit.ly/5traumamyths Modern Approach to Grief & Trauma Release Free Webinar http://bit.ly/modappweb Schedule a consultation - http://bit.ly/healthstratsess

November is Prematurity Awareness Month. Tune in to learn more about the risk factors, causes of, warning signs, consequences, and possible treatments for preterm labor and preterm birth.https://metromidwifery.com/2019/11/08/ptb/

It is Prematurity Awareness Month and Dr. Ali Brown and Dr. Michelle Owens are talking about premature birth. What are the causes of premature birth? Is there something that we can do as Mississippians to reduce the premature birth rate in our great state? Are there things that pregnant women and the folks that love them can do to reduce the risk of premature birth. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

(Trigger Warning - This episode contains sensitive material) Elizabeth, Jade, and Carly aka "The Babes" are spreading the awareness of premature labor and birth this episode with special guest Jess Southern.  Jess shares her journey with us of having trouble conceiving and using IVF to finally get pregnant with Lennon, her little girl.  She talks about the pregnancy and how she ended up delivering at 27 weeks in a fight for her life and her baby's life.  Lennon was in the NICU for 100 days.  Jess educates us and inspires us in this heartfelt episode. 

Episode:E-46 Premature Birth and BabiesGuest(s):Catherine Thompson, Lee Haliday, and Chantelle Lorieau November is Prematurity Awareness Month and today on ParentTalk, Geneviève and Heather are welcoming Moms Catherine Thompson, Lee Haliday, and Chantelle Lorieau to share their personal experiences with having premature babies. We cover:  • Each Mom shares their personal story. • We talk about common concerns such as weight gain and health issues preemies may have. • We talk about birth age vs. corrected age and following developmental milestones. • The Moms share some advice for other families with premature babies and friends and family that are there to help.

It is amazing that a baby so small they could fit in the palm of your hand can survive – but so many can thanks to medical advances – but what about the emotional challenges for the parents and the unanticipated expenses a premature birth can incur. Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Martha Sharkey, the founder and CEO of Today is a Good Day and neonatologist Dr. Alison Cook. http://www.todayisagoodday.org/

First on the show this week is Susan Elder, March of Dimes Senior Development Manager, and Tracy Davidson, Morning Anchor for NBC10 News Today. November is Prematurity Awareness Month, and March of Dimes is hosting their annual Signature Chefs Gala benefiting the Philadelphia area March of Dimes on November 15th.  This year they are recognizing Tracy Davidson as the Roosevelt Honoree for her years of dedication to the organization. Signature Chefs Gala brings together Philadelphia’s premier restaurants and chefs for an evening of fabulous food and fun. Find out what’s cooking and purchase tickets to fund the mission at www.signaturechefs.org/philly.   Then we meet the wonderful Jessy Kyle, a Philadelphia based jazz/soul singer, songwriter, and pianist. Jessy is also a Cancer Survivor and will be sharing her story and performing live at Philly Fights Cancer: Round 4 on Saturday, November 10th. This year’s event will feature a performance by comedy icon Jerry Seinfeld, followed by a concert from internationally acclaimed Grammy-winning pop superstars Maroon 5. The signature fundraising event of Philly Fights Cancer stands out as one of the highlights of the Philadelphia social season. This star-studded evening, which welcomes guests of all ages, honors the doctors and physicians working to eradicate cancer by showcasing the stories of survivors whose lives have been saved as a result of the groundbreaking medical advances of the Abramson Cancer Center. For more info, visit phillyfightscancer.org

Tanya Mack and Danielle Brown National Prematurity Awareness Month The CDC website explains the reason behind National Prematurity Awareness Month this way, In 2015, about 1 out of 10 babies was born too early in the United States. Learn about the problem, risk factors, and what we can do to reduce premature birth. About Premature […] The post National Prematurity Awareness Month appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

On the latest episode, we are joined by Fifth Harmony's Ally Brooke, who called us to talk about her work with March of Dimes around Prematurity Awareness Month, how the group is working on their second album, and her thoughts on being honored at Billboard's Women in Music event. Plus: Everything's coming up Adele! We chat about Adele's record-breaking debut with her new "25" album. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Jade Harrell with John McGah, Executive Director, Give US Your Poor. Motown legend Smokey Robinson and Mario Frangoulis will perform for the "Voices for Veterans" concert on December 6th at Peabody Opera House. Show starts at 7 p.m. Voices for Veterans holds concerts to raise money and awareness to permanently house veterans, provide needed services and support their quality of life when they return home. Get more information at peabodyoperahouse.com and at vfvconcerts.org. and Jade Harrell with Susan Bushnell, State Director of the March of Dimes and Jamie Antisdel, mom of Adali, born at 28 weeks. November is Prematurity Awareness Month and when the March of Dimes focuses the nation's attention on premature birth. STATISTICS/FACTS - Every year, nearly half a million babies are born too soon in the United States. Our country's premature birth rate has risen by 36 percent over the last 25 years. - Premature birth is the number 1 killer of newborns. - Babies born just a few weeks early are at risk of severe health problems and lifelong issues including learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, blindness, hearing loss, asthma, and other chronic conditions. For more info: marchofdimes.org/Missouri For report card info: marchofdimes.org/reportcard

Jade Harrell with John McGah, Executive Director, Give US Your Poor. Motown legend Smokey Robinson and Mario Frangoulis will perform for the "Voices for Veterans" concert on December 6th at Peabody Opera House. Show starts at 7 p.m. Voices for Veterans holds concerts to raise money and awareness to permanently house veterans, provide needed services and support their quality of life when they return home. Get more information at peabodyoperahouse.com and at vfvconcerts.org. and Jade Harrell with Susan Bushnell, State Director of the March of Dimes and Jamie Antisdel, mom of Adali, born at 28 weeks. November is Prematurity Awareness Month and when the March of Dimes focuses the nation's attention on premature birth. STATISTICS/FACTS - Every year, nearly half a million babies are born too soon in the United States. Our country's premature birth rate has risen by 36 percent over the last 25 years. - Premature birth is the number 1 killer of newborns. - Babies born just a few weeks early are at risk of severe health problems and lifelong issues including learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, blindness, hearing loss, asthma, and other chronic conditions. For more info: marchofdimes.org/Missouri For report card info: marchofdimes.org/reportcard

Jade Harrell with John McGah, Executive Director, Give US Your Poor. Motown legend Smokey Robinson and Mario Frangoulis will perform for the "Voices for Veterans" concert on December 6th at Peabody Opera House. Show starts at 7 p.m. Voices for Veterans holds concerts to raise money and awareness to permanently house veterans, provide needed services and support their quality of life when they return home. Get more information at peabodyoperahouse.com and at vfvconcerts.org. and Jade Harrell with Susan Bushnell, State Director of the March of Dimes and Jamie Antisdel, mom of Adali, born at 28 weeks. November is Prematurity Awareness Month and when the March of Dimes focuses the nation's attention on premature birth. STATISTICS/FACTS - Every year, nearly half a million babies are born too soon in the United States. Our country's premature birth rate has risen by 36 percent over the last 25 years. - Premature birth is the number 1 killer of newborns. - Babies born just a few weeks early are at risk of severe health problems and lifelong issues including learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, blindness, hearing loss, asthma, and other chronic conditions. For more info: marchofdimes.org/Missouri For report card info: marchofdimes.org/reportcard

Jade Harrell with Susan Bushnell, State Director of the March of Dimes and Jamie Antisdel, mom of Adali, born at 28 weeks. November is Prematurity Awareness Month and when the March of Dimes focuses the nation’s attention on premature birth. STATISTICS/FACTS - Every year, nearly half a million babies are born too soon in the United States. Our country’s premature birth rate has risen by 36 percent over the last 25 years. - Premature birth is the number 1 killer of newborns. - Babies born just a few weeks early are at risk of severe health problems and lifelong issues including learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, blindness, hearing loss, asthma, and other chronic conditions. For more info: marchofdimes.org/Missouri For report card info: marchofdimes.org/reportcard

Jade Harrell with John McGah, Executive Director, Give US Your Poor. Motown legend Smokey Robinson and Mario Frangoulis will perform for the "Voices for Veterans" concert on December 6th at Peabody Opera House. Show starts at 7 p.m. Voices for Veterans holds concerts to raise money and awareness to permanently house veterans, provide needed services and support their quality of life when they return home. Get more information at peabodyoperahouse.com and at vfvconcerts.org. and Jade Harrell with Susan Bushnell, State Director of the March of Dimes and Jamie Antisdel, mom of Adali, born at 28 weeks. November is Prematurity Awareness Month and when the March of Dimes focuses the nation’s attention on premature birth. STATISTICS/FACTS - Every year, nearly half a million babies are born too soon in the United States. Our country’s premature birth rate has risen by 36 percent over the last 25 years. - Premature birth is the number 1 killer of newborns. - Babies born just a few weeks early are at risk of severe health problems and lifelong issues including learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, blindness, hearing loss, asthma, and other chronic conditions. For more info: marchofdimes.org/Missouri For report card info: marchofdimes.org/reportcard

Jade Harrell with John McGah, Executive Director, Give US Your Poor. Motown legend Smokey Robinson and Mario Frangoulis will perform for the "Voices for Veterans" concert on December 6th at Peabody Opera House. Show starts at 7 p.m. Voices for Veterans holds concerts to raise money and awareness to permanently house veterans, provide needed services and support their quality of life when they return home. Get more information at peabodyoperahouse.com and at vfvconcerts.org. and Jade Harrell with Susan Bushnell, State Director of the March of Dimes and Jamie Antisdel, mom of Adali, born at 28 weeks. November is Prematurity Awareness Month and when the March of Dimes focuses the nation’s attention on premature birth. STATISTICS/FACTS - Every year, nearly half a million babies are born too soon in the United States. Our country’s premature birth rate has risen by 36 percent over the last 25 years. - Premature birth is the number 1 killer of newborns. - Babies born just a few weeks early are at risk of severe health problems and lifelong issues including learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, blindness, hearing loss, asthma, and other chronic conditions. For more info: marchofdimes.org/Missouri For report card info: marchofdimes.org/reportcard

Jade Harrell with John McGah, Executive Director, Give US Your Poor. Motown legend Smokey Robinson and Mario Frangoulis will perform for the "Voices for Veterans" concert on December 6th at Peabody Opera House. Show starts at 7 p.m. Voices for Veterans holds concerts to raise money and awareness to permanently house veterans, provide needed services and support their quality of life when they return home. Get more information at peabodyoperahouse.com and at vfvconcerts.org. and Jade Harrell with Susan Bushnell, State Director of the March of Dimes and Jamie Antisdel, mom of Adali, born at 28 weeks. November is Prematurity Awareness Month and when the March of Dimes focuses the nation’s attention on premature birth. STATISTICS/FACTS - Every year, nearly half a million babies are born too soon in the United States. Our country’s premature birth rate has risen by 36 percent over the last 25 years. - Premature birth is the number 1 killer of newborns. - Babies born just a few weeks early are at risk of severe health problems and lifelong issues including learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, blindness, hearing loss, asthma, and other chronic conditions. For more info: marchofdimes.org/Missouri For report card info: marchofdimes.org/reportcard

Jade Harrell with Susan Bushnell, State Director of the March of Dimes and Jamie Antisdel, mom of Adali, born at 28 weeks. November is Prematurity Awareness Month and when the March of Dimes focuses the nation's attention on premature birth. STATISTICS/FACTS - Every year, nearly half a million babies are born too soon in the United States. Our country's premature birth rate has risen by 36 percent over the last 25 years. - Premature birth is the number 1 killer of newborns. - Babies born just a few weeks early are at risk of severe health problems and lifelong issues including learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, blindness, hearing loss, asthma, and other chronic conditions. For more info: marchofdimes.org/Missouri For report card info: marchofdimes.org/reportcard

We continue our series NC's community colleges with Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Charter schools are becoming more popular in NC, especially in Charlotte. And Shannon Morehead talks about the 75th anniversary of the March of Dimes.