Grieving the Gift

Experience The Journey Through Eyes Of A Parent

by Dr. Jamie McClintic


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Softcover
$43.99
Hardcover
$53.99
Softcover
$43.99

Book Details

Language : English
Publication Date : 11/9/2021

Format : Softcover
Dimensions : 8.5x11
Page Count : 400
ISBN : 9781665534031
Format : Hardcover
Dimensions : 8.5x11
Page Count : 400
ISBN : 9781665534055

About the Book

In 2010, Maddox Lucille McClintic entered the world weighing a little over six pounds. She arrived with something few people have: an extra twenty-first chromosome. Unknown to her mother at the time, Maddox would soon amaze the entire world with life-changing moments, beautiful magic, and an abundance of love. In a multifaceted biography and self-help guide, Dr. Jamie McClintic interweaves beautiful images with her experiences and perspectives to chronicle her complex grief and acceptance process after learning Maddox was diagnosed with Down syndrome. Her story is followed by clinically based guidance and concise key takeaways for those too overwhelmed with information. Finally, each chapter closes with self-reflection activities generated in support with a mental health specialist that provides hands-on strategies needed to work through the grief process. Grieving the Gift coaches parents and caregivers of children with disabilities how to unwrap and embrace the most influential gift they will ever receive: the gift of a precious life.


About the Author

Dr. Jamie McClintic is a pediatric occupational therapist, college graduate instructor, and mother of a child with Down syndrome. Born with a profound hearing loss, she has lived firsthand the trials and tribulations associated with having a disability. Dr. McClintic’s past helps drive the future for her family, especially for her daughter. She serves on several local and national boards supporting inclusion for those with disabilities and engages in speaking opportunities that promote disability awareness and educational advocacy. Dr. McClintic and her husband, Scott, have three active children and in their spare time enjoy creating memories by the lakeside. For more daily endeavors with the McClintic family, visit www.mcclinticfamily.com.