URL

http://www.sbhasa.ca

Author

Aikenhead, Jennifer

Birkett, Stephanie

Edition

1st

Place of Publication

[Calgary, AB]

Publisher

Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association of Southern Alberta

Publication Date

2006

Physical Description

Spiral-bound soft cover, unpaged, ill.

Subject

Spinal Cord Injuries

Spina Bifida. Neural Tube Defects

Skin Care

Abstract

Information on pressure sores and how to deal with them. In an individual with spina bifida some of the nerves do not develop properly, which results in little or no sensation in some areas of the skin. Without the warning of discomfort or pain from heat, cold, sharp objects, pressure, scrapes or excessive moisture an individual will be unaware of damage to their skin. A sore may develop quite quickly and can worsen rapidly if not attended to properly. Children need to learn the importance of personal hygiene to their overall well being. Parents should begin teaching skin care to their child at an early age, until their routine becomes second nature: * Perform regular self checks of the skin, using a hand held mirror to view those areas not easily seen with the eyes. * Keep skin clean and dry. Moisture and chemicals from urine, bowel material or sweat can damage the skin if left there too long. * Eat nutritious foods and drink plenty of fluids to keep the body and skin healthy.

Notes

Ages 4-14

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR FM 550 AIK 2006

Copies

Author

Oelschlager, Vanita

Blanc, Mike (Ilustrations)

Place of Publication

Akron, OH

Publisher

Vanita Books

Publication Date

2011

Physical Description

Paperback

Subject

Families

Gay-Lesbian Parenting

Abstract

This book is a beach conversation among three children. One boy asks another boy about having two mommies. A young girl listening in asks some questions too. True to a child's curiosity, practical questions follow. Which mom is there when you want to go fishing? Which mom helps out when Kitty goes missing? To which he answers: Mommy helps when I want to go fishing. Both Mommies help when Kitty goes missing.

This book lets us look inside one non-traditional family, a same sex couple and their son. As the children talk, it's clear this boy lives in a nurturing environment where the biggest issues are the everyday challenges of growing up.

ISBN

9780982636671

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CF 500 OEL 2011

Copies

Author

Oelschlager, Vanita

Blanc, Mike (Ilustrations)

Blackwood, Kristin (Illustrations)

Place of Publication

Akron, OH

Publisher

Vanita Books

Publication Date

2010

Physical Description

Paperback

Subject

Families

Gay-Lesbian Parenting

Abstract

This book is a playground conversation between two children. The boy says he heard that the girl has two dads. The girl says that is right. She has Poppa and Daddy. True to a child's curiosity, practical questions follow. Which dad helps when your team needs a coach? Which dad cooks you eggs and toast? To which she answers: Daddy is my soccer coach. Poppa cooks me eggs and toast. It becomes clear that the family bond is unburdened by any cultural discomforts.

ISBN

9780981971469

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

JUNIOR CF 500 OEL 2010

Copies