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Preemie parents: Recovering from baby's premature birth

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog110123
McDermott-Perez, Lisa. Westport, CT: Praeger , 2007.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 520 MCD 2007
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Describes steps parents can take at every stage of the preemie experience, including preparing for the possibility a birth will be pre-term, coping strategies for immediately after the birth, understanding the needs of the "unfinished baby," dealing with the unexpected such as jealousy and going ho…
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Author
McDermott-Perez, Lisa
Place of Publication
Westport, CT
Publisher
Praeger
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
Hardcover, 172 p.
Subject
Premature Infants
Parenting
Infants
Intensive Care Units-Neonatal. Infants
Abstract
Describes steps parents can take at every stage of the preemie experience, including preparing for the possibility a birth will be pre-term, coping strategies for immediately after the birth, understanding the needs of the "unfinished baby," dealing with the unexpected such as jealousy and going home alone, bonding, advocacy, taking the needs of others into consideration, self-empowerment, anxiety and the focus on the future, inspiration and hope, the role of the father, and what to do when all concerned are at the breaking point.
ISBN
978-0275989064
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GK 520 MCD 2007

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Little tree: A story for children with serious medical problems

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Mills, Joyce C., Chesworth, Michael (Illustrator). New York, NY: Magination Press , 1992.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR CF 200 MIL 1992
In this healing story, a little tree loses some of her branches in a storm. She experiences emotions of fear, self-blame, and worry so common to children facing serious medical problems. The little tree in the forest survives the storm and learns that although many branches and leaves were lost, sh…
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Author
Mills, Joyce C.
Chesworth, Michael (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Magination Press
Publication Date
1992
Physical Description
Softcover: ill., 28 p.
Subject
Self-Concept (includes self-esteem)
Amputation. Limb Prosthesis
Children's Health-Accidents and Injuries
Picture Books
Abstract
In this healing story, a little tree loses some of her branches in a storm. She experiences emotions of fear, self-blame, and worry so common to children facing serious medical problems. The little tree in the forest survives the storm and learns that although many branches and leaves were lost, she still has deep roots, a strong trunk and a beautiful heart. Children will discover that they too have strengths and abilities for living happy lives. A relaxation exercise is included.
ISBN
0945354517
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR CF 200 MIL 1992
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