Just So You Know ... for Parents: For Parents (and Any Caregivers) of Children with Serious Medical Needs, from a Mom Who Has Been in the Trenches

This book is written from the heart by a parent who has been "in the trenches." It is intended to help and encourage those parents with a child who may be battling a serious or life-threatening illness or medical condition. Provided are tips on coping with the challenges that arise when faced with the reality of a serious medical diagnosis; being an advocate for your child; navigating through frequent and lengthy hospitalizations; and managing potential medical care back at home.The continuing story and more tips can be found on the author's blog at prettyprairie.net/parent2parent

Author: Brigitte D. Crist
Publisher: Pretty Prairie Press
Published: 10/08/2013
Pages: 214
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.49d
ISBN: 9780615753058

About the Author
Brigitte spent five intense years at her daughter's side, as she and her husband advocated for Audrey during lengthy hospital stays and home health care, directly involved in her care themselves. Before this time, Brigitte taught Spanish on the secondary level, worked in business, as well as with a medical mission organization, participating with and leading short-term teams to remote areas of Mexico, Guatemala, and Bolivia. She lived an adventure-filled two years in Colombia, South America, where she unearthed a passion for photography, travel, and salsa dancing! She also enjoys art and music, gardening, writing, and anything creative. She is currently homeschooling Audrey.

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