Davis, Deborah L., 1955-

Empty cradle, broken heart surviving the death of your baby / [electronic book] : Deborah L. Davis. - Third edition. - online resource (449 pages)

Includes index.

"The heartache of miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death affects thousands of U.S. families every year. Empty Cradle, Broken Heart, Third Edition offers reassurance to parents who struggle with anger, guilt, and despair during and after such a tragedy. In this new and updated edition, Deborah Davis encourages grieving and strives to cover many different kinds of loss, including information on issues such as the death of one or more babies from a multiple birth, pregnancy interruption, and the questioning of aggressive medical intervention. There is also a special chapter for fathers as well as a chapter on "protective parenting" to help anxious parents enjoy their precious living children. Doctors, nurses, relatives, friends, and other support persons can gain special insight. Most importantly, parents facing the death of a baby will find necessary support in this gentle guide"--


Electronic reproduction.:
ProQuest LibCentral.
Mode of access: World Wide Web.

9781936218240 (paperback) 9781936218240 9781682751046 (e-book)


Perinatal death--Psychological aspects
Bereavement--Psychological aspects
Adjustment (Psychology)
Parent and child

618.392