Your Premature Baby - by Robin Marantz Henig (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

As the parent of a premie, you're probably wondering, what do all those tubes, monitors, and lights in the intensive care unit mean? What are the special medical problems I might face during these crucial first months? How can I talk to my premie? How will he or she respond? Can I breastfeed? Where can I find premie-size diapers and clothes?

In simple, honest terms, this book will answer all your questions during that important first year--from the very moment you give birth in the hospital until your baby blows out the candles on that first birthday cake.

Its special features include:
- an eight-page pictorial demonstrating premie care
- an illustrated story for young sisters and brothers about their premie sibling
- special growth charts for recording your premie's development
- a state-by-state listing of support groups offering counseling, advice, and reinforcement from other parents just like yourself
. . . and much, much more.

An invaluable sourcebook, Your Premature Baby is the only guide you'll need to help you meet the special challenge of parenting a premie with confidence--and love.

"Offers comforting and practical advice for parents . . . highly recommended."--Library Journal

About the Author

Anne B. Fletcher, M.D., is a neonatology specialist and chief of the Neonatology Unit at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.