Welcome, Mac, to the Family!

In Welcome, Mac, to the Family!, 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.Each of Joan's heartwarming books has earned the prestigious Mom's Choice GOLD award for excellence in children's literature!Praise for the Book: "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." Steven Kairys, MD, MPH, Professor of Pediatrics, Hackensack Meridian Health SystemIndustry Acclaim: "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." USA Today, April 30, 2025