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Magazine gives preemie parents a head start
Associated Press
Published October 29, 2005
Deb Discenza had no idea where to turn for products and advice when her daughter Becky arrived 10 weeks early in 2003 with numerous health problems that required her to spend 38 days in the neonatal intensive care unit.
"I was scared to death," Discenza said. Her anxiety continued as Becky didn't reach the same developmental milestones as a full-term baby as she got older.
"Many people think that once your child leaves the NICU, everything is fine. That isn't always the end," Discenza said.
That's why she started Preemie Magazine, a publication dedicated to providing information on children who arrive early. It debuted in the summer and a second issue came out this fall. A third is due in January, and Discenza hopes it will turn a profit and go monthly next year. It's delivered free to NICUs and other centers that cater to moms, so profits will come from advertising.
Discenza said some preemies need special care as they age and parents must understand how to support them.
"I'm trying to create a publication to give parents a tool to be an advocate for their child," Discenza said.
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