Your Preemie is a Warrior. You Are Their Champion.

Preterm Infants Parents Network Uganda (PIPNU) is a parent-led community providing the medical knowledge, emotional support and practical care you need from the NICU through the critical first years at home. We close the fatal gap between hospital discharge and survival. You are not alone.

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Find Your Pathway

For Parents & Families

Navigate the journey with confidence. From decoding the NICU to mastering Kangaroo Care at home, find step-by-step guides, local support groups, and direct access to our community health workers.

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Our Proven 3-Pillar Model

Discover why our parent-led approach works. We combine hospital preparation, community-based peer mentors, and real-time digital tracking to ensure no baby falls through the cracks after discharge.

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Partner & Invest in Change

Your support funds a Village Kangaroo Ambassador, provides life-saving screening, or helps scale our model nationwide. Join corporations, donors, and volunteers building a safety net for Uganda's preemies.

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Project Spotlight

How We Engaged Fathers & Changed Families

"Before PIPNU, I thought my job was just to provide money and wait outside. They taught me Kangaroo Care and showed me my son knew my heartbeat. I became his protector."

– Robert, Father

70% increase in daily father involvement recorded in our pilot communities

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Strengthening Discharge Education for Preterm Babies at Mulago Women’s Specialized and Neonatal Hospital Uganda

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Women’s Day Support for Mothers of Preterm Babies at Kawempe National Referral Hospital Uganda

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Our Services

Maternal & Newborn Health

Comprehensive education and support for healthy pregnancies and full-term births, including pregnancy complications education, preterm birth prevention, and preeclampsia awareness.

Direct Family Support and Care

From NICU to home, we provide comprehensive support including KMC training, parent support groups, mental health services, and digital follow-up care.

Clinical Training & Systems Engineering

Building capacity in healthcare systems through training programs, nutrition support, infection prevention, and developmental care initiatives.

Awareness Advocacy and Outreach

Raising awareness about preterm birth, advocating for policy changes, and reaching out to communities to ensure every preemie gets the support they need.