The Premature Baby Charity for Northern Ireland

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FinTrU’s innovative new policy grants paid leave to new parents of babies born premature or sick.

Thu Mar 2023

We were delighted that our CEO Alison McNulty had the opportunity to speak at FinTrU roundtable event recently, alongside Nuala Murphy from Diversity Mark. FinTrU’s innovative new policy grants paid leave to new parents of babies born premature or sick. This will provide vital support for families during a difficult and stressful time. If you’re […]

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Deferral of School Starting Age Request Forms

Mon Jan 2023

Families of some children due to begin either Primary One or Pre-School in September 2023 can request to defer their child’s entry until September 2024 from tomorrow.   Deferral Request forms will be available from the Education Authority’s website on Tuesday 10 January.  Eligibility  Deferral of Primary One is available for children who were:  Born on […]

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Neo Natal Service Under Pressure in NI

Tue Jul 2020

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It’s Not a Game Report – TinyLife & Bliss

Tue Jul 2020

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Research – Premmie PAPAs Project

Tue Jun 2020

Preemie PAPAs Project: RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY: The University of Queensland in Australia is seeking preemie DADS for the Preemie PAPAs Project! If you are the DAD of a preemie who is now 0-18 years old, please share your experiences to help understand the wellbeing and parenting experiences of fathers following preterm birth: https://exp.psy.uq.edu.au/preemiepapas. If you are interested […]

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Research Project – The FAB Study!

Tue Jun 2020

RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY: The University of Queensland in Australia is seeking preemie PARENTS for the FAB Study! If you are the parent of a preemie who is now 0-18 years old, please share your experiences to help understand the factors that promote resilience to stress in family units following preterm birth: https://exp.psy.uq.edu.au/fab. If you are interested in […]

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