The Dutch Association for Parents of Multiple Births (DAPMB)
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Provides information to (expectant) parents of multiple birth, physicians, nurses, (health) care workers, aid agencies and students. Please consult topic Telephone helpdesk .
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Gathers information for members whenever necessary
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Publishes brochures and a quarterly magazine
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Participates in organising regional information and contact meetings (during evening hours) where parents can interact and exchange their personal experiences
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Maintains a network of contacts. These contacts provide a listening ear and can advice on topics like sibling rivalry, what school to choose etc
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Establishes contact between parents with similar experiences so they can exchange information and advice.
- Organises the “Dutch Association for Parents of Multiple Birth” (DAPMB) convention where parents can exchange information, attend lectures, films, workshops, and an exhibition where companies and organizations present their products and expertise in the field of goods and services for twins, triplets and quads. This is an annual convention, planned in spring.
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Endeavors to improve the financial and social problems associated with the consequences of a multiple birth. We focus on the negative aspects as a result of the arrival of twins, triplets or quads (T, T or Q's) and lobby for changes in legislation, regionally as well as nationally.
- Offers a free “for sale” advertising service in the quarterly magazine for second hand clothes and goods for babies and toddlers.
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Compiles a list of companies who treat parents of T, T or Q's to a little extra. This service is unique and only available to members of the DAPMB who send us a birth announcement card.
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For parents of T, T or Q's, aid workers and teachers and of course T, T or Q's themselves, there is a telephone helpdesk. This helpdesk is manned by parents of T, T or Q's or one of a T, T or Q themselves.
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Our quarterly magazine enables parents to tell their stories, with tips and advice from parents, as well as topics dealing with medical information, results of studies and issues on childcare from professionals.
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There is an annual meeting for members of the DAPMB
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