Download or read book The Preemie Parents Companion written by Susan L. Madden and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2000-08-30 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For parents of the nearly 300,000 babies born prematurely each year, Susan L. Madden has written The Preemie Parents Companion .
Download or read book Preemies Second Edition written by Dana Wechsler Linden and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-02-05 with total page 656 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The comprehensive “Dr. Spock”-like reference that is both reassuring and realistic—now updated to reflect the many advances in neonatology. Preemies, Second Edition is the only parents’ reference resource of its kind—delivering up-to-the-minute information on medical care in a warm, caring, and engaging voice. Authors Dana Wechsler Linden and Emma Trenti Paroli are parents who have “been there.” Together with neonatologist Mia Wechsler Doron, they answer the dozens of questions that parents will have at every stage—from high-risk pregnancy through preemie hospitalization, to homecoming and the preschool years—imparting a vast, detailed store of knowledge in clear language that all readers can understand. Preemies, Second Edition covers topics related to premature birth, including: What are your risk factors for having a premature baby? Can you do something to delay early labor? What do doctors know about you baby’s outlook during her first minutes and days of life? How will your preemie’s progress be monitored? How do you cope with a long hospitalization? Are there special preparations for you baby’s homecoming? What kind of stimulation during the first year gives your baby the best chance? Will your preemie grow up healthy? Normal?
Download or read book Preemies written by Dana Wechsler Linden and published by . This book was released on 2000-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: PREEMIES fills a much-needed role as a companion book for all parents & caretakers of children born prematurely, & for all parents-to-be who know they are at serious risk of having a premature birth. Moving from the early months through the later years of life experience, it provides the most up-to-date information in an easy, friendly, reassuring way, filtered through the eyes & words of parents & a doctor who have been there.
Download or read book Preemie written by Kasey Mathews and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2012-05-29 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A mother’s moving and honest memoir about the premature birth of her daughter—and the strength and grace that can be found in the midst of life's greatest challenges In her early thirties, Kasey Mathews had it all: a loving husband, a beautiful two-year-old son, and a second baby on the way. But what seemed a perfect life was shattered when she went into labor four months early, delivering her one-pound, eleven-ounce daughter, Andie. The first time Kasey was wheeled into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), nothing prepared her for what she saw: a tiny, fragile baby in a tangle of tubes and wires. All at once, Kasey was confronted with a new and terrifying reality that would test the limits of love, family, and motherhood. In this riveting, honest, and often humorous memoir, Preemie chronicles the journey of one tiny baby’s tenacious struggle to hold on to life and the mother who ultimately grew with her. From hospital waiting rooms to the offices of alternative practitioners, from ski slopes to Symphony Hall, Kasey tries to make meaning of her daughter’s birth and eventually comes to learn that gifts come in all sizes and all forms, and sometimes... right on time.
Download or read book Your Premature Baby written by Nikki Bradford and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Your Premature Baby" is the definitive guide to every aspect of nurturing a child who is born too soon. Reassuring and frank, it informs and guides parents right from their baby's too-early birth into the growing years. Full color.
Download or read book The Premature Baby Book written by Martha Sears and published by Little, Brown Spark. This book was released on 2008-08-21 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This major new addition to the Sears Parenting Library is a comprehensive, authoritative, and reassuring guide for parents of premature babies. 20 line drawings & photos.
Download or read book Once Upon a Preemie written by Once Upon a Preemie and published by . This book was released on 2016-05-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jenné Johns is the author of Once Upon a Preemie and the proud mother of a micro-preemie baby.Though she had a decade of experience in the health industry at the time of her son's birth, Jenné found herself unprepared for the shock of delivering her son prematurely and having a longer than expected stay in the NICU. Little did she know that her family's journey would lead her to write a book that instills hope into the hearts of other micro-preemie parents.Jenné's story is not new, but it is an inspiration for any parent who faces the roller coaster ride of nurturing a micro-preemie baby in the NICU until they go home. As you take the time to read this book to your miracle baby, we know it will not only be a blessing to you as a parent, but it will help your precious child to know just how special they truly are. "You proved to the world that being a preemie, Doesn't mean you can't fight!"
Download or read book Preemie Voices written by Saroj Saigal and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2014 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The birth of a very premature baby is a shock for parents. The immediate anxiety about whether their infant will survive quickly leads to concerns about their child's future quality of life. In this inspiring and informative book, young people who were born weighing less than two pounds, three ounces provide candid and personal stories about their lives, challenges and accomplishments. Now in their thirties, these men and women were cared for at McMaster University Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario, soon after the introduction of newborn intensive care. Dr. Saroj Saigal, a renowned and award-winning neonatologist at McMaster, adds several chapters that outline the history of neonatology, describes recent medical and technological innovations, and explains how many extremely premature babies go on to enjoy fulfilling lives. Her chapters give the answer of a caring specialist to the inevitable question, "What next?" Written for a lay audience, Preemie Voices will move you to tears of admiration and amazement at the remarkable resilience of these tiny survivors. This unique collection of stories will not only provide encouragement and hope for parents who have given birth to a tiny preemie, but will inspire others who will be in awe at the achievements of these infants - both with and without disabilities - who were born too early. Watch the video documentary of a few participants from Preemie Voices at www.saigalpreemievoices.com...
Download or read book The Expectant Parents Companion written by Kathleen Huggins and published by Harvard Common Press. This book was released on 2006-04-20 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the ultimate, all-around baby guide. Not only does it help you navigate the dizzying array of baby products or gear, it also helps you get ready for baby in numerous ways, from preparing for birth, to feeding your newborn, to sleeping arrangements, and to making your home safe for baby. Most other baby-gear guides make you think you need to build on an extra room in your house to accommodate all the necessary items. However, Kathleen Huggins' years of experience with moms and newborns have taught her what you'll need, what you'll want, and what you can definitely do without.
Download or read book Jacob s Journey written by Dr. Sandy Moniz and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2019-12-12 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Jacob opens his eyes for the first time, people in the hospital look worried. He came a little earlier than expected. Jacob’s need to fight to stay alive makes his mom sad and keeps his doctors busy. The hospital is cold and noisy, but the love from his family is all he needs to keep fighting. Jacob’s Journey: The Boy Born Early captures the inspiring resilience of a premature baby in his first moments of life. What may seem scary to many becomes a heartwarming story that is perfect for families looking for hope and triumph in trying times.
Download or read book Our Preemie Adventure written by Adam Wood and published by Fulton Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-06-03 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Back cover summary Our Preemie Adventure chronicles the journey that premature children and parents go through in the NICU. The book takes a humorous and heartwarming look at the milestones these children achieve as they work toward going home.
Download or read book The Preemie Primer written by Jennifer Gunter and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2010-06-29 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Having a premature baby -- a baby born before the thirty-seventh week of pregnancy -- can be a crash course in both medicine and health economics, not just in parenting. Parents face complex information, difficult decisions, and overwhelming grief and worry -- with challenges that often extend well beyond those early days and weeks. As an ob/gyn, Dr. Jennifer Gunter has delivered hundreds of premature babies, but as a mother of preemie triplets, she also understands the heartbreak and challenges of prematurity. The Preemie Primer is a comprehensive resource, covering topics from delivery, hospitalization, and preemie development to parenting multiples, handling health issues, and finding special-needs programs. Compassionate, engaging, and medically grounded, The Preemie Primer is the first book on prematurity to combine the insight of a doctor with the experience of a mom.
Download or read book Primary Care of the Premature Infant written by Dara Brodsky and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our understanding of the management of diseases in the premature infant has changed dramatically in recent years, and it can be quite difficult to remain up-to-date on changes in this highly scientific field. Dr. Brodsky and Ms. Ouellette have worked together to create a comprehensive reference that covers both the pathophysiology and epidemiology of problems occurring in premature babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the management of these problems once the infant has been released from the NICU to a community practice. The book emphasizes specific diseases that affect premature infants and focuses on two primary categories: background and management in the NICU, and management of specific illnesses after discharge from the NICU. Find information quickly using an up-to-date summary of the problems that are likely to affect the premature infant.Review helpful guidelines on feeding and growth, neurologic outcomes, developmental problems, retinopathy of prematurity, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and much more. Use easy-to-follow management algorithms to help diagnose and manage common issues in premature infants after discharge.Make effective decisions about screening, immunizations, counseling of parents, and more..Help families deal with the emotional impact of caring for a premature infant..Access a list of disease-specific websites for clinicians and families.
Download or read book A Journey to Go Home written by Jessica Williams and published by ThePreemie. This book was released on 2010 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A Journey to Home' is a comprehensive Preemie Baby Book and NICU Journal. Over three years in the making, this journal will be a companion during the NICU stay, and a book of memories in the future. It is a book of expectations, setting parents up for a true understanding of what is to come. It builds resources while celebrating the joys of their baby's life. "The development of this book began 4 hours after the birth of my son. I longed to be able to journal and have a keepsake that was adjusted to my premature child." "In my personal journey, I have found that you must find peace with being a parent of a preemie. It is only after much time that I have been able to rejoice with my toddler, and shed layers of protection that sheltered us from harm in the past. I will look at him with a little less guilt in my heart, and continue to treasure every breath, word, and step that he takes in his life."
Download or read book Our NICU Journey 9 Week Diary written by Mellanie Journals and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-04 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A journal with prompts for parents to record important milestones, challenges, successes, and daily activities during their baby's stay in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. A very special keepsake to share with your child when they grow up; a reminder of the obstacles that you both faced and overcame. It's a great gift for parents of preemies or NICU babies. This journal begins with an introduction page; this will help with comparing your child's progress. Following that, you will find 9 weeks of daily tracking; each day is a 2-page spread with prompts. At the end of each week there's pages for photos, doodling and journaling in more detail. Finally, at the end of your baby's NICU stay, you can record the events of your long awaited "going home" adventure, including a place for more photos. Features include: Introduction page Visitor's Log 2-page spread with prompts for what's happening that day in the hospital and the current events outside the hospital Place to list Positives and Hardships, Milestones, Thoughts and Reflections specific to that day Check list of daily activities Place to record growth, gestational age, meds/labs and procedures NICU day - keep track of how many days in NICU Goals for the day List out questions to ask, because we always forget Ample pages for journaling Going Home page Feel free to use this diary in a way that suits you best. Enter your baby's progress daily or every few days. You can easily keep track of how long your child has been in the NICU by entering the day number in the upper right hand corner. Description: Size: 8.5"x11" White paper Soft matte cover with woodland animal theme 150 pages *Please click on the author link under the title to view additional NICU Journals offerings
Download or read book The Happiest Baby on the Block written by Harvey Karp, M.D. and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2008-11-19 with total page 371 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect for expecting parents who want to provide a soothing home for the newest member of their family, The Happiest Baby on the Block, the national bestseller by respected pediatrician and child development expert Dr. Harvey Karp, is a revolutionary method for calming a crying infant and promoting healthy sleep from day one. In perhaps the most important parenting book of the decade, Dr. Harvey Karp reveals an extraordinary treasure sought by parents for centuries --an automatic “off-switch” for their baby’s crying. No wonder pediatricians across the country are praising him and thousands of Los Angeles parents, from working moms to superstars like Madonna and Pierce Brosnan, have turned to him to learn the secrets for making babies happy. Never again will parents have to stand by helpless and frazzled while their poor baby cries and cries. Dr. Karp has found there IS a remedy for colic. “I share with parents techniques known only to the most gifted baby soothers throughout history …and I explain exactly how they work.” In a innovative and thought-provoking reevaluation of early infancy, Dr. Karp blends modern science and ancient wisdom to prove that newborns are not fully ready for the world when they are born. Through his research and experience, he has developed four basic principles that are crucial for understanding babies as well as improving their sleep and soothing their senses: ·The Missing Fourth Trimester: as odd as it may sound, one of the main reasons babies cry is because they are born three months too soon. ·The Calming Reflex: the automatic reset switch to stop crying of any baby in the first few months of life. ·The 5 “S’s”: the simple steps (swaddling, side/stomach position, shushing, swinging and sucking) that trigger the calming reflex. For centuries, parents have tried these methods only to fail because, as with a knee reflex, the calming reflex only works when it is triggered in precisely the right way. Unlike other books that merely list these techniques Dr. Karp teaches parents exactly how to do them, to guide cranky infants to calm and easy babies to serenity in minutes…and help them sleep longer too. ·The Cuddle Cure: the perfect mix the 5 “S’s” that can soothe even the most colicky of infants. In the book, Dr. Karp also explains: What is colic? Why do most babies get much more upset in the evening? How can a parent calm a baby--in mere minutes? Can babies be spoiled? When should a parent of a crying baby call the doctor? How can a parent get their baby to sleep a few hours longer? Even the most loving moms and dads sometimes feel pushed to the breaking point by their infant’s persistent cries. Coming to the rescue, however, Dr. Karp places in the hands of parents, grandparents, and all childcare givers the tools they need to be able to calm their babies almost as easily as…turning off a light. From the Hardcover edition.
Download or read book Understanding the NICU written by The American Academy of Pediatrics and published by . This book was released on 2016-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Features family stories and guidance"--Cover.
