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This gentle, age-appropriate children's book was created for families navigating maternal alloimmunization and hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN). Written by a child life specialist, it uses simple, calm, and honest language to help kids, and the grown-ups who love them, understand what's happening, what doctors are watching for, and what care might look like along the way. 'Have you been diagnosed with maternal alloimmunization, sometimes called antibodies in pregnancy or Rh disease, and suddenly found yourself learning a whole new language? Have you been told you have anti-D, anti-C, anti-c, anti-E, anti-Kell, or another red blood cell antibody, and now you're trying to understand what that means for your baby? Are you trying to explain it to your partner, parents, or friends, and getting that look like you just said ""middle cerebral artery Dopplers"" in casual conversation?' Inside this resource, you'll find: -A clear explanation of what maternal alloimmunization is and why HDFN can happen -An overview of monitoring and treatment options during pregnancy and after birth -Different possible outcomes, including babies who are not affected and babies who need extra support -A helpful, reassuring look at common NICU questions and treatments for babies with HDFN Designed for ages 4-11, this book also works as a straightforward starting point for grandparents, siblings, teachers, and anyone who wants a basic, accurate understanding without getting lost in medical jargon. The Maternal Alloimmunization Foundation is committed to improving education and support for families and care teams. Sales of this book help fund that work. For additional resources and support, visit www.alloimmunization.org.

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Laura Camerona has authored and illustrated several books for families. Her books encourage families to have important and honest conversations. Laura started her career as a hospital Child Life Specialist for 15 years. She left the hospital to start creating more thoughtfully-written resources to help parents support their children.With a background in child development, Laura creates books that support children's needs. She has written several books to help parents have hard conversations about things such as death, miscarriage, and the hospital. She loves to partner with passionate people working in nonprofits to create books that support families dealing with a variety of struggles.You can find more information about her books, book creation service, and new legacy workbooks/templates at: www.wordsworthrepeating.com. Laura Camerona has authored and illustrated several books for families. Her books encourage families to have important and honest conversations. Laura started her career as a hospital Child Life Specialist for 15 years. She left the hospital to start creating more thoughtfully-written resources to help parents support their children.With a background in child development, Laura creates books that support children's needs. She has written several books to help parents have hard conversations about things such as death, miscarriage, and the hospital. She loves to partner with passionate people working in nonprofits to create books that support families dealing with a variety of struggles.You can find more information about her books, book creation service, and new legacy workbooks/templates at: www.wordsworthrepeating.com.

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