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A time to decide, a time to heal : For parents making difficult decisions about babies they love

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123187
Minnick, Molly A., Delp, Kathleen J., Miotti, Mary C. Pineapple Press , 2012. 5th ed.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GH 330 MIN 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
For parents who have received a fetal diagnosis during pregnancy, and are deciding (or have decided) whether to interrupt the pregnancy. Supports grieving parents, and provides information on:; - The decision-making process,; - Taking control,; - The hospital experience,; - Couples healing together…
Author
Minnick, Molly A.
Delp, Kathleen J.
Miotti, Mary C.
Edition
5th ed
Publisher
Pineapple Press
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
112 pages
Subject
Genetic Counseling
Abortion-Coping
Grief. Bereavement
Pregnancy Complications
Pregnancy Loss. Miscarriage
Abstract
For parents who have received a fetal diagnosis during pregnancy, and are deciding (or have decided) whether to interrupt the pregnancy. Supports grieving parents, and provides information on:
- The decision-making process,
- Taking control,
- The hospital experience,
- Couples healing together and healing apart,
- The days and weeks afterward, and
- The months and years that follow.
ISBN
1878526291
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GH 330 MIN 2012

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Welcome to BC Women's diabetes in pregnancy service

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114297
BC Women's Hospital - Diabetes Service. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2014.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW56G_GestationalDiabetes.pdf
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCW56-G
This pamphlet provides general information about BC Women's diabetes in pregnancy service, gestational diabetes and related questions and answers, suggested physical activities, nutrition during pregnancy with diabetes and blood sugar testing instructions.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW56G_GestationalDiabetes.pdf
Website Notes
Click on link above to view/print
Corporate Author
BC Women's Hospital - Diabetes Service
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
PDF File, 15 p.
Subject
Pregnancy in Diabetes. Gestational Diabetes
Pregnancy/Childbirth. Obstetrics
Diabetes
Abstract
This pamphlet provides general information about BC Women's diabetes in pregnancy service, gestational diabetes and related questions and answers, suggested physical activities, nutrition during pregnancy with diabetes and blood sugar testing instructions.
Notes
BCW56-G
Language
English
Material Type
Pamphlet
Online
Call Number
BCW56-G
URLs
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Welcome to BC Women's diabetes in pregnancy service

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114298
BC Women's Hospital - Diabetes Service. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2016.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW56G-TCh_GestationalDiabetes.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW56-G (CH)
This pamphlet provides general information about BC Women's diabetes in pregnancy service, gestational diabetes and related questions and answers, suggested physical activities, nutrition during pregnancy with diabetes and blood sugar testing instructions.This pamphlet is in Chinese.
  1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW56G-TCh_GestationalDiabetes.pdf
Website Notes
Click on link above to view/print
Corporate Author
BC Women's Hospital - Diabetes Service
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
PDF File, 17 p.
Subject
Pregnancy in Diabetes. Gestational Diabetes
Pregnancy/Childbirth. Obstetrics
Diabetes
Abstract
This pamphlet provides general information about BC Women's diabetes in pregnancy service, gestational diabetes and related questions and answers, suggested physical activities, nutrition during pregnancy with diabetes and blood sugar testing instructions.This pamphlet is in Chinese.
Notes
BCW56-G (CH)
Language
Chinese
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW56-G (CH)
URLs
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Healthy eating for diabetes during pregnancy

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog110520
[Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre , 2016.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW690_%20HlthyEatDiab%20Pregnancy.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW690
This pamphlet provides general guidelines for healthy eating for women with diabetes during pregnancy.
  1 image     1 url  
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW690_%20HlthyEatDiab%20Pregnancy.pdf
Website Notes
Click the link to view or print.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
PDF file, 2 p.
Subject
Pregnancy in Diabetes. Gestational Diabetes
Pregnancy/Childbirth. Obstetrics
Diabetes
Abstract
This pamphlet provides general guidelines for healthy eating for women with diabetes during pregnancy.
Notes
BCW690
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
BCW690
Images
URLs
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Brother : A story of autism

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123519
Hudgens, Carlton, Hudgens, Bridget, Kim, Nam (ill.). Zuiker Press , 2019.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH FM 272 HUD 2019
Availability
2 copies, 0 available
This graphic novel tells the story of Bridget and Carlton. Bridget and Carlton are as close as any sister and brother. But their relationship is particularly special. Carlton has autism and is almost completely nonverbal. He's smart, funny, creative, and loving. He has immense challenges in speakin…
Author
Hudgens, Carlton
Hudgens, Bridget
Kim, Nam (ill.)
Publisher
Zuiker Press
Publication Date
2019
Physical Description
95 p.
Subject
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Autism
Siblings of Children with Disabilities
Abstract
This graphic novel tells the story of Bridget and Carlton. Bridget and Carlton are as close as any sister and brother. But their relationship is particularly special. Carlton has autism and is almost completely nonverbal. He's smart, funny, creative, and loving. He has immense challenges in speaking full sentences. Bridget's fierce loyalty to and compassion for her brother led to an unbreakable bond that has helped the siblings cope with divorce and homelessness. Carlton's devotion to his family is loud and clear, even in his silence.
For ages 11 +
ISBN
9781947378087
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
YOUTH FM 272 HUD 2019

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The new social story book

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121326
Gray, Carol. Arlington, TX: Future Horizons, Inc. , 2015. 15th anniversary ed.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
CF 110 GRA 2015
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Featuring ideas such as; -Mistakes can happen on a good day; -It was fun but now we're done; -When it is my turn to listen; -Saying what I think with respect; -Learning to respond to bullying; -Telling my teacher about a problem; -Fire drills at school; -Moving to a new home; - And dozens more
Author
Gray, Carol
Edition
15th anniversary ed.
Place of Publication
Arlington, TX
Publisher
Future Horizons, Inc.
Publication Date
2015
Physical Description
Paperback ; lxv, 335 p. ; ill.
Subject
Social Behaviour (includes boundaries)
Social Skills
Autism
Developmental Disabilities - Children
Abstract
Featuring ideas such as
-Mistakes can happen on a good day
-It was fun but now we're done
-When it is my turn to listen
-Saying what I think with respect
-Learning to respond to bullying
-Telling my teacher about a problem
-Fire drills at school
-Moving to a new home
- And dozens more
ISBN
9781941765155
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
CF 110 GRA 2015

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I have a question about death: A book for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other special needs

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124203
Gaines, Arlen Grad, Polsky, Meredith Englander. London, UK: Jessica Kingsley Publishers , 2017.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GV 100 GAI 2017
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
I Have a Question about Death uses straightforward text and images to walk children through what it means when someone dies, as well as ways they might want to react or to think about the person. Using clear illustrations throughout and with information for parents and guardians, this book is essen…
Author
Gaines, Arlen Grad
Polsky, Meredith Englander
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date
2017
Physical Description
Hardcover; [40p.]
Subject
Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder (includes Asperger Syndrome)
Developmental Disabilities - Children
Children - Coping with Death and Dying
Abstract
I Have a Question about Death uses straightforward text and images to walk children through what it means when someone dies, as well as ways they might want to react or to think about the person. Using clear illustrations throughout and with information for parents and guardians, this book is essential for families with a child aged 5-11 with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other special needs.
ISBN
9781785927508
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
GV 100 GAI 2017

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When a child has diabetes

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog106216
Daneman, Denis, Barrett, Shaun, Harrington, Jennifer. [Toronto, ON]: Robert Rose Inc. , 2018. 4th.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
FL 800.5 DAN 2018
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
"This essential guide, with new content based on cutting-edge research and current standards for treatment, is comprehensive, accessible and supportive, and truly aims to help parents, caregivers and children understand diabetes and live happy, healthy lives." [excerpted from cover]
Author
Daneman, Denis
Barrett, Shaun
Harrington, Jennifer
Corporate Author
Hospital for Sick Children
Edition
4th
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Robert Rose Inc.
Publication Date
2018
Physical Description
239 pages : illustrations, diagrammes ; 25 cm
Subject
Diabetes Mellitus-Children
Diabetes Mellitus-Young Adults
Diabetes Mellitus-Coping
Diabetes Mellitus-Diet
Diabetes
Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus. Type 1 Diabetes
Abstract
"This essential guide, with new content based on cutting-edge research and current standards for treatment, is comprehensive, accessible and supportive, and truly aims to help parents, caregivers and children understand diabetes and live happy, healthy lives." [excerpted from cover]
ISBN
9780778806134
0778806138
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
FL 800.5 DAN 2018

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