A Journey To Home A Preemie Baby Book And Nicu Journal

'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."

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

A book of encouragement for parents handling the challenges of a preemie baby at home. Written by a premature baby.

'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."

Parents of babies in the NICU will become more informed partners in care with this essential resource and beautiful keepsake. The spiral-bound journal provides educational content and a place for parents to record their baby’s progress. Parents are encouraged to track their baby’s condition week-to-week and to commemorate special moments along the way. Journaling prompts remind parents to record their infant’s vital statistics and jot down questions to ask the medical team. The journal also includes helpful information on common issues and questions in the NICU, as well as an overview of developmental milestones. A self-care section offers tips for parents on coping during this stressful time. A glossary of NICU terms and a checklist for bringing baby home round out the NICU Journal.

TRACK YOUR BABY'S JOURNEY WHILE IN THE NICU | 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. Please 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 "NICU day" number in the upper right hand corner of the daily prompt pages. 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" celebration, including a place for more photos. 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. FEATURES INCLUDE: Introduction page Visitor's Log 2-page spread with prompts to list what's happening that day in the hospital and the current events outside the hospital Place to list Positives and Hardships, Milestones, and 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 the doctor/nurse, because we always forget Ample pages for journaling Going Home pages that include places to list important things to remember, shopping items, and events of the day DESCRIPTION: Soft Matte Cover with rainbow theme 150 pages - black and white interior Size 8.5" x 11"

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.