preemie

Example Sentences

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When Kirstie Rickert’s daughter was born a preemie two years ago, diaper rashes were a major and relentless struggle.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

You may have heard the term "preemie" before, perhaps when a loved one delivered a baby more than three weeks before the expected due date.

From Salon • Aug. 7, 2023

Many dolls are made to fit preemie, newborn, or even Build-a-Bear clothes.

From The Verge • Mar. 10, 2022

"He is so big compared to what they are used to, they had to special order his size 2 diapers because they only carry sizes preemie to newborn and size 1," Patonai said.

From Fox News • Oct. 15, 2021

She knit preemie caps for the nursery at the nearby hospital, crocheted blankets for the shelter, and helped organize the food bank.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows