It is estimated that more than 50% of twins, 90% of triplets and virtually all quadruplets and higher order multiples are born preterm, or before the 37th week of pregnancy. The earlier the birth, the greater the risk of complications for the babies. These organisations offer much needed support to families with premature babies.

National Premmie Foundation
Approximately 40,000 babies are admitted to Special and Intensive Care Nurseries each year in Australia for a variety of reasons. Approximately 21,000 of these babies are born prematurely. Around 6,000 babies require critical and intensive life support each year. All of these babies and their families need support and a voice. The National Premmie Foundation brings together the many smaller, independant organisations in Australia who are supporting families at a local level.

Austprem
A website where will find friendship, information and support to help you on your journey with prematurity.

L'il Aussie Prems
An Australian support site for parents and families of premature babies. You will find useful links to all things premmie including clothing stores, support sites, birth stories, journeys through the NICU & much more.

Bub Born Early
Welcoming a baby into the world is an extraordinary experience in itself...however the arrival of a baby prematurely can make it utterly overwhelming! The BubBE Book and the Bubs Born Early site have been created to provide a source of information, inspiration, guidance and hope for the family and friends of Bubs Born Early, otherwise known here as BubBE's.

About.com: Twins & Multiples
'About: Twins & Multiples' is an invaluable online resource with terrific articles on premature twins. Written by Pamela Prindle Fierro, author of many twin parenting books, the articles are short, sharp and easy to read - perfect for busy twin mums and dads. We highly recommend joining Pamela's mailing list to get these artciles delivered straight to your in box.