Welcome Mac to the Family!

<p>In <em>Welcome Mac to the Family!</em> everyone is excited about news of a new baby on the way especially big brother John. But baby Mac is born a little early and must stay in the hospital a little longer. John learns how care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) helps Mac grow bigger and stronger and after patiently waiting a few weeks the whole family joyfully welcomes baby Mac home.</p><p>Each of Joan's heartwarming books has earned the prestigious <strong>Mom's Choice GOLD award for excellence in children's literature!</strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Praise for the Book:</strong></p><p><em>As a Pediatrician I work with many families whose newborns need care in the hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This story is a wonderful resource for families seeking support and courage while awaiting the day their new baby comes home. </em> ~ <em>Steven Kairys MD MPH Professor of Pediatrics Hackensack Meridian Health System</em></p><p></p><p><strong>Industry Acclaim:</strong></p><p> <em>The illustrations in this book are the culmination of two years of experimentation iteration and digital storytelling. Being one of the first children's books showcasing photo-realistic people vs. cartoon figures it features fully illustrated characters modeled after the author's own family. It's a visual achievement that wouldn't have been possible a year ago. </em>~ <em>USA Today April 30 2025</em></p>