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Search our collection of print books, eBooks, CDs and DVDs, games, and teaching tools on health topics.
Search our collection of print books, eBooks, CDs and DVDs, games, and teaching tools on health topics.
Adam could not wait to be a big brother! Why was it taking so long for baby Emma to come home? What is this place called the NICU? A special children?s book written for all family members to share, as their baby is treated in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Supplemental materials are included.
Adam could not wait to be a big brother! Why was it taking so long for baby Emma to come home? What is this place called the NICU? A special children?s book written for all family members to share, as their baby is treated in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Supplemental materials are included.
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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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When babies are born prematurely it can be a scary experience for siblings. Experience the "preemie" world as your baby host helps your child to better understand why their brother or sister is in the hospital after a premature birth.
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This book "will guide you through your baby's time in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), helping you communicate with members of the NICU team, ask the right questions, and participate as a valuable partner in care. This volume also features inspirational stories from other parents' NICU expe…
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When Natalie's little brother Evan Earl is born prematurely, he's earns the nickname Evan Early. No one can say for sure when Evan will come home from the hospital. To help her with this uncertainty, Natalie's father gives her a calendar to keep track of the days - each day that Natalie colors in i…
| Copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library | On Loan, due Monday, March 4, 2024 |
Parents find ways to bond with their premature babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
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Fiona, the famous hippo from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens, was not expected to live, born prematurely at only 29 pounds. But her inspiring story of spunk and determination captured hearts around the world. Cheer on smart, sassy, and fearless Fiona as she defeats the odds and becomes a h…
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This book shares stories of families' experiences in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
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David Knol was born dangerously premature and wasn?t expected to live more than a few hours. He not only survived but went on to live a life full of joy and blessing, despite severe physical and intellectual disabilities. In this memoir, David's mother shares the story of David's life and the remar…
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Like all dogs, Presley the Pug loves to play, run, and snuggle up under his warm blanket. But sometimes, Presley gets gets so excited that his feelings take over.; Sometimes it's anger, sometimes stress, sometimes worry. He doesn't know how to calm down! What can Presley do when he feels like this?…
When we learn about something bad - even when we hear only bits and pieces of it - our brains get busy trying to make sense of what we've heard. Seeing distressing events on the news, or hearing about them later, can feel scary and overwhelming. Talking about what happened, and how we feel about it…
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A book for kids about anxiety. Kids can do amazing things with the right information. Understanding why anxiety feels the way it does and where the physical symptoms come from is a powerful step in turning anxiety around. Anxiety explained, kids empowered.; For ages 5-12 (and up).
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If kids with anxiety could see themselves the way we see them, they would feel so much bigger than their anxiety. They would feel so much bigger than everything.; This book explains how the same brain that can make them feel anxious sometimes, also comes with amazing strengths. It also includes pow…
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This book includes tools for children to cope with stress in various areas of their lives:; On the playground with the school bully; At home with siblings; In the classroom with difficult tasks; After school with peer pressures; Easily adaptable to multiple scenarios, scripts and activities lead na…
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Inspired by the picture book The Invisible String, this workbook is a comforting project guide for those working with children or any population dealing with separation issues, including:; first days of school, day care, camp, or other life milestones; friendship and other relationship challenges; …
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Does your child experience high levels of anxiety and BIG emotions? Do they lack the confidence to seek out peers and to see others' perspectives? Do you want to help build social and emotional skills but find yourself so busy managing the meltdowns and behaviors that come from anxiety, sensitivity…
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