A premature (‘preterm’) birth happens before 37 weeks of pregnancy with around 60,000 ‘preemie’ babies born every year in the UK. Here, Boots’ own marketing manager, Carlene Brown, joins broadcaster Simon Thomas to share their personal premature-birth stories, covering everything from what happened and why, to what it’s meant for them, their families, and of course, their children. ‘My Expert Midwife’ co-founder Leslie Gilchrist is on hand to provide specialist information, advice and support.

Please be aware that this episode includes open and honest discussions around traumatic birth stories, child illness, and also child loss. Please bear that in mind when choosing whether to listen. If you are affected by the content of this episode and would like further information on available support, please see the list of resources below.

RESOURCES

Premature baby advice on Boots.com: www.boots.com/inspiration-advice/parentingadvice/premature-baby-advice

Boots Parenting Club: www.boots.com/shopping/advantage-card/parenting-club

Boots premature baby products: www.boots.com/baby-child/pregnancy-maternity/all-premature-baby

The Good Grief Trust: www.thegoodgrieftrust.org/i-have-lost-a/child/

Tommy’s information on premature births: www.tommys.org/pregnancy-information/premature-birth

SupportRoom (mental health support) from Boots Health Hub: https://supportroom.com/boots/

Boots Online Doctor: https://onlinedoctor.boots.com/mental-health-services

Samaritans: www.samaritans.org

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