The premature birth of a baby is both a medical and family crisis. Within the pages of this comprehensive guide, parents will find compassionate support, practical suggestions for coping and adjusting, and advice that empowers them to handle an array of emotions.

About the Author
Deborah L. Davis, Ph.D. is a developmental psychologist and writer who specializes in the emotional aspects of coping with crisis during pregnancy and infancy, and medical ethics and decision-making during pregnancy and in the NICU. She is the author of several books for bereaved parents and parents of premature babies and has written many articles for parents and professionals. Mara Tesler Stein, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist in private practice. She lives in Chicago. Both authors specialize in the emotional aspects of crisis around pregnancy and parenting, parent education, child development, and family-centered care.

Awards
Winner of Independent Publisher Book Awards (Parenting) 2005. Runner-up for IndieFab awards (Parenting) 2004. Commended for Benjamin Franklin Award (Parenting) 2005.



Book Information
ISBN 9781555915117
Author Ph.D. Deborah L. Davis
Format Paperback
Page Count 928
Imprint Fulcrum Publishing
Publisher Fulcrum Publishing
Weight(grams) 1109g