Kick In A Few Bucks For Preemies

I’m usually shy about sending out bulk e-mails, especially those asking for money. But this is a cause that hits very close to home and one I hope you will join me in supporting. Most of you know that our daughter Hallie was born 11 weeks early. She had the best medical care imaginable and after only seven weeks in the hospital she came home with us for good. Hallie’s now 22 months old and thriving. She’s talking in complete sentences and tearing around the house and has consistently been at the top of the height and weight charts. She shows no sign of her early arrival and we’d like to help others experience the same happy outcome.

Premature birth is the leading cause of new born death in the first month of life. It affects 1,305 babies a day in the United States. Those who survive may have lifelong health problems. And premature births are on the rise — up to 27% since 1981.

That’s why I am asking you to support me in March of Dimes’ WalkAmerica. Premature birth can happen to any pregnant woman. In nearly half the cases, the causes are unknown. The March of Dimes is leading the way to find answers by supporting research into the causes of premature birth. I am joining the fight, and so can you.

Your support helps fund:
-Research into stress and other factors that may trigger preterm labor.
-Programs to educate pregnant women to recognize the warning signs of preterm labor.
-Tools to help health care providers find better ways to detect women who may be at risk for preterm labor.

Please join in and help fight prematurity. Visit my webpage and sponsor me in the Walk that saves babies! http://www.walkamerica.org/Kellyturner

For local friends and family, we’d love to have you join us in the Triangle WalkAmerica at 9 am on April 24th at Nortel Networks in RTP.

Thanks for your support!