The Tiny Miracles Foundation

Playtime with Preemies - Summer Fun Outdoors
2020-08-11 10:00 - 11:30, 2020-07-14 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | McGuane Field Park, Noroton Ave, Darien, CT, 06820
PLAYTIME WITH PREEMIES
Join a parent support mentor and other parents of preemies for a morning of preemie fun and parent socialization outdoors. Social distancing guidelines will be followed in a park setting weather permitting. Check this page for weather related cancellations.
This After the NICU playgroup is most appropriate for newborn to age 3 preemies. Siblings welcome.
Snacks and water will be provided. You are encouraged to bring a blanket and your own toys.
Summer Dates:
August 11th and 25th
Time: 10:00 to 11:30 am
Place: McGuane Field Playground, Darien (between Noroton Ave & West Ave / I95 exit 10)

In the NICU Connection Group
2020-08-06 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-07-30 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-07-23 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-07-16 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-07-09 20:00 - 21:00
Join us online to meet with TTMF’s trained parent support mentors and connect with other parents.

RSVP below to receive instructions on how to join our Zoom meeting.
The Tiny Miracles Foundation is using Zoom, a third party vendor, to host meetings of our virtual support groups. Zoom is a cloud platform for video and audio conferencing with functionality across mobile devices, desktops, and telephones. The Tiny Miracles Foundation is enabling all applicable and available security features to ensure your privacy. We will not be recording any part of these confidential group[s] meetings, and any such recording by you or other participants is strictly prohibited and may in fact constitute a criminal violation. Of course, virtual support is not as secure as having in-person interactions and The Tiny Miracles Foundation cannot guarantee the security and privacy of every virtual meeting. Any breach on Zoom’s behalf is out of The Tiny Miracles Foundation’s control. Other than enabling available security features, The Tiny Miracles Foundation cannot control the security of the Zoom platform or the behavior of all group participants and Zoom users, and therefore The Tiny Miracles Foundation cannot be responsible for any breach of security or privacy that results from the conduct of Zoom or others. The best that The Tiny Miracles Foundation can do is enable Zoom’s available security features and remind you and the other participants that The Tiny Miracles Foundation website Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimer apply to your use of all resources in our Online Community including our virtual support groups. Please review those terms and conditions by clicking on the links provided in the preceding sentence or at the bottom of this web page.
If you choose to participate in a virtual support group, you must register to receive an access code, which you may not share with others under any circumstances. By registering, you acknowledge that: (1) you are aware that there are privacy and security risks in communicating virtually; (2) you have read and you accept all of the terms and conditions of The Tiny Miracles Foundation website Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimer; and (3) you agree to hold The Tiny Miracles Foundation harmless from any harm resulting from disruptions or breaches of security or privacy connected with your participation in a virtual support group.

Life After the NICU with Elisabeth Schneider, LMFT
2020-07-15 19:30 - 20:30
Join The Tiny Miracles Foundation for our After the NICU Education Series:
Life After the NICU with Elisabeth Schneider, LMFT
Wednesday, July 15 @ 7:30 pm on ZOOM.

Join us for our next Life After the NICU session on Zoom. Hear from Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Elisabeth Schneider, who will discuss the emotional side of bringing baby home during a pandemic. We recognize that transitioning home from the NICU can be a challenging experience. Session will include strategies to manage stress and anxiety.
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Elisabeth Schneider is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 16 years of experience. Elisabeth’s work focuses on families experiencing struggles with infertility, pregnancy loss, premature birth and post partum depression and anxiety. She is certified in the treatment of perinatal mood disorders and perinatal bereavement and she facilitates trainings on these topics for other mental health professionals.
Elisabeth worked at TTMF for 2 1/2 years as the Director of Family Services. More recently, Elisabeth has taken on the roll of Coordinator of the Developmental Follow Up Clinic and Mental Health Support for NICU families at Bridgeport Hospital. She also works as the Perinatal Bereavement Counselor at the hospital, supporting families who have experienced a perinatal loss.
Elisabeth maintains a private practice in Fairfield as well.

The Tiny Miracles Foundation is using Zoom, a third party vendor, to host meetings of our virtual support groups. Zoom is a cloud platform for video and audio conferencing with functionality across mobile devices, desktops, and telephones. The Tiny Miracles Foundation is enabling all applicable and available security features to ensure your privacy. Of course, virtual support is not as secure as having in-person interactions and The Tiny Miracles Foundation cannot guarantee the security and privacy of every virtual meeting. Any breach on Zoom’s behalf is out of The Tiny Miracles Foundation’s control. Other than enabling available security features, The Tiny Miracles Foundation cannot control the security of the Zoom platform or the behavior of all group participants and Zoom users, and therefore The Tiny Miracles Foundation cannot be responsible for any breach of security or privacy that results from the conduct of Zoom or others. The best that The Tiny Miracles Foundation can do is enable Zoom’s available security features and remind you and the other participants that The Tiny Miracles Foundation website Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimer apply to your use of all resources in our Online Community including our virtual support groups. Please review those terms and conditions by clicking on the links provided in the preceding sentence or at the bottom of this web page.
If you choose to participate in a virtual support group, you must register to receive an access code, which you may not share with others under any circumstances. By registering, you acknowledge that: (1) you are aware that there are privacy and security risks in communicating virtually; (2) you have read and you accept all of the terms and conditions of The Tiny Miracles Foundation website Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimer; and (3) you agree to hold The Tiny Miracles Foundation harmless from any harm resulting from disruptions or breaches of security or privacy connected with your participation in a virtual support group.

In the NICU Connection Group
2020-07-02 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-06-25 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-06-18 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-06-11 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-06-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-05-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-05-21 11:00 - 12:00
Join us online to meet with TTMF’s trained parent support mentors and connect with other parents.

RSVP below to receive instructions on how to join our Zoom meeting.

Infant Massage After the NICU ~ Part 3 of 3
2020-06-30 10:00 - 11:00
SPECIAL SESSION: INFANT MASSAGE

Part 3 Focus:
Back, developmental movement, and how to keep babies engaged as they grow.
Bond with your little ones and learn some skills-on-line! This session will give you the opportunity to learn about the benefits of infant massage and some basic massage techniques you can use with your baby. Please have a safe place ready and available for you and baby. The floor with a blanket or towel works well.
Led by Heather Ziac, a Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified in MotherMassage, Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist, and Certified Infant Massage Teacher.

RSVP below to receive instruction on how to join us on Zoom.

Life After the NICU with Dr. Richard Freedman Copy
2020-06-24 19:30 - 20:30
Join The Tiny Miracles Foundation for our After the NICU Education Series:
Life After the NICU with Dr. Richard Freedman
Wednesday, June 24 @ 7:30 pm on ZOOM.

7:30 – 8:00 pm:
Dr. Freedman’s presentation on Life After the NICU:
Feeding and Nutrition
Sleep
Immunizations
Follow Up Specialist Visits
Developmental Progress
8:00 – 8:30 pm:
Parent Q & A with Dr. Freedman

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Dr. Freedman attended Yale University undergraduate, Boston University School of Medicine, and trained at Yale New Haven Hospital in pediatrics, completing a fellowship in neonatology. He was an attending physician at Bridgeport Hospital for over 35 years. With his pediatric practice, Pediatric Healthcare Associates, Dr. Freedman takes an interest in his patients that goes well beyond where they may be on the growth chart. He has become the ultimate trusted gatekeeper for his patients’ medical, social and developmental needs.

Life After the NICU with Dr. Richard Freedman
2020-06-24 19:30 - 20:30

Infant Massage After the NICU ~ Part 2 of 3
2020-06-23 10:00 - 11:00
SPECIAL SESSION: INFANT MASSAGE

Part 2 Focus: Chest, Face, and Suggestions for teething.
Bond with your little ones and learn some skills-on-line! This session will give you the opportunity to learn about the benefits of infant massage and some basic massage techniques you can use with your baby. Please have a safe place ready and available for you and baby. The floor with a blanket or towel works well.
Led by Heather Ziac, a Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified in MotherMassage, Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist, and Certified Infant Massage Teacher.

RSVP below to receive instruction on how to join us on Zoom.

After the NICU Morning Connection Group
2020-06-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-06-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-05-26 10:00 - 11:00
Join us online to meet with TTMF’s trained parent support mentors and connect with other parents.

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Infant Massage After the NICU ~ Part 1 of 3
2020-06-09 10:00 - 11:00
SPECIAL SESSION: INFANT MASSAGE

Part 1 Focus: Tummy, Arms, Legs, and Suggestions for colic.
Bond with your little ones and learn some skills-on-line! This session will give you the opportunity to learn about the benefits of infant massage and some basic massage techniques you can use with your baby. Please have a safe place ready and available for you and baby. The floor with a blanket or towel works well.
Led by Heather Ziac, a Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified in MotherMassage, Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist, and Certified Infant Massage Teacher.

RSVP below to receive instruction on how to join us on Zoom.

After the NICU Evening Connection Group
2020-06-01 19:30 - 20:30
Join us online to meet with TTMF’s trained parent support mentors and connect with other parents.

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Tiny Treasures Supply Bag Review
2020-05-28 20:00 - 21:00
Tiny Treasures Supply Bag Review
Thursday, May 28
8:00 PM

Help us review the contents of our Welcome and Home Care bags. Suggest other items which might be helpful to parents of preemies when they arrive in the NICU and upon their transition home after discharge.
Meeting will take place over Zoom. Please RSVP below. Zoom instructions will then be sent to you in an email.

TTMF Virtual Mentor Training
2020-05-21 19:30 - 21:00
Parent Support Mentor Training
Are you the parent of a premature baby and want to give back to the preemie community by supporting parents currently on their NICU journey? Have you thought about mentoring and want to learn what it’s all about? Join us at our next mentor training session and meet with current TTMF parent support mentors. Ask questions and see if it’s the right fit for you. No commitment.

Thursday, May 21 @ 7:30 PM on Zoom
Please RSVP below.

Intro to Infant Massage - After the NICU
2020-05-19 10:00 - 11:00
Join us online to meet with TTMF’s trained parent support mentors and connect with other parents.

SPECIAL SESSION: INTRO TO INFANT MASSAGE

Bond with your little ones and learn some skills- on-line! This introduction to infant massage will give you the opportunity to learn about the benefits of infant massage and some basic massage techniques you can use with your baby. Please have a safe place ready and available for you and baby. The floor with a blanket or towel works well.
Led by Heather Ziac, a Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified in MotherMassage, Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist, and Certified Infant Massage Teacher.
RSVP below to receive instruction on how to join us on Zoom.

After the NICU Evening Virtual Parent Connection Group
2020-05-18 19:30 - 20:30
For parents of Preemies in Fairfield County, CT and those in our partner hospitals, we are here to support you. Join us online to meet with TTMF’s trained parent support mentors and connect with other parents.

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In the NICU Virtual Parent Connection Group
2020-05-14 11:00 - 12:00
For parents of Preemies in Fairfield County, CT and those in our partner hospitals, we are here to support you. Join us online to meet with TTMF’s trained parent support mentors and connect with other parents.

RSVP below to receive instructions on how to join our Zoom meeting.

After the NICU Morning Virtual Parent Connection Group
2020-05-12 10:00 - 11:00
For parents of Preemies in Fairfield County, CT and those in our partner hospitals, we are here to support you. Join us online to meet with TTMF’s trained parent support mentors and connect with other parents.

RSVP below to receive instruction on how to join us on Zoom.
