Now, What Do We Do? Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Now, What Do We Do?

Q: Why did the authors decide to collaborate to
develop the guided journal series?

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A: When their son ended up in the neonatal intensive care unit, it seemed to the
Sladeks that they were immersed in a foreign land being doused from a firehose
propelling new terminology at full force, while praying with all their hearts that their
newborn would survive. Through asking many, many questions and writing everything
down, the Sladeks began to manage the onslaught of information coming their way.
The process they followed became the inspiration for the guided journal series, so
that other people caring for their loved ones with critical medical needs could benefit
from this practical and thorough approach.

Mrs. Sladek met Dr. Ruffman when both of their sons were in the third grade. As the
years passed, the family friendship grew, and as more surgeries transpired, the need
for the book became much more evident. Dr. Ruffman, a licensed clinical psychologist,
complemented Mrs. Sladek's project management style with a positive and friendly
approach. Both authors actively promote increased medical advocacy and
communication through their motto:

"If you ask a better question, you'll receive a better answer."