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| ![]() Multiples of America 65th Annual Convention Heading to Warwick, RIBy: Multiples of America This convention brings together parents and caregivers of multiples from around the nation. They'll connect to hear thought-provoking speakers and participate in motivational workshops. They'll build networks of support with others across the nation, review organizational business, recognize members for their contributions, and determine new directions. "Multiples of America is excited to be gathering together in Warwick this summer," said Kim Simonich, Events Vice President. "Warwick is home to two lighthouses, and like a lighthouse, this annual convention will help shine light on the organization's path forward for the next year. It's our 65 th annual convention, so we'll also be celebrating over six decades of bringing light into the lives of parents of twins, triplets, or more." An online forum prior to convention will give members not in attendance a chance to share thoughts about the organization's services and programs. And a review of speaker and workshop presentations in Multiple Connections, the organization's member publication, will give all members a chance to connect with the information and ideas presented in Warwick. Founded in 1960, Multiples of America has been growing its services for over six decades, all primarily powered through the work of volunteers. Through those years, the organization has focused on providing resources, education, and support for families with multiples at all ages and stages. Multiples of America has also provided an abundance of scientific and medically-based research, in excess of 200 studies, for the purpose of informing and educating parents and caregivers on conditions that may be more frequently experienced with multiple births. Data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) continues to point toward the need for a support organization such as Multiples of America. The CDC documents around 31 twins per 1,000 births, with 54% of twins born with low birth weight and over 60% born preterm. Nearly all of higher order multiples (triples, quadruplets, etc.) are born preterm. For more information about Multiples of America, the upcoming convention, or how to become a convention sponsor, visit https://www.multiplesofamerica.org Multiples of America (also known as the National Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs, Inc.) is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families of multiple birth children (twins, triplets and higher-order multiples) through support, education, and research. For more information about the organization, its services, and benefits, contact our Executive Office, at info@multiplesofamerica.org End
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