Medical Words We Use That Are Confusing Children Simplifying Healthcare Language for Young Patients The Impact of Confusing Medical Words on Children Understanding medical terminology can be challenging for anyone, and for children, it can be even more bewildering. As...
Consider the child in a hospital, anxious about an upcoming procedure. Now, imagine a scenario where that same child feels prepared and at ease, thanks to an approach tailored to their age and developmental stage. This is the potential impact of individualized medical...
As parents, nurses, and healthcare professionals, it is important to ensure our children have the skills they need to cope with stress in a healthy and productive way. Resilience is an essential asset for any child; research shows that resilient children tend to excel...
Being and becoming a parent can be a great responsibility and challenges can arise as your family grows through the years. Finding out that your child has congenital cataracts can be stressful. And learning that eye surgery is a part of the process can be...
As parents and healthcare professionals, we want to do everything we can to protect the children we love and make sure they have the best possible chance to thrive in life. That includes preparing them for medical experiences, which can be difficult and sometimes...
As a Certified Child Life Specialist, I’ve witnessed the controversy that the topic surrounding parental presence during anesthesia induction presents to surgical teams. From the child life specialists to the anesthesiologists, the nurses, the circulating RNs,...
Being close to a trusted adult is powerful. It lessens pain and brings comfort when kids need it most. This guide shows you how to keep kids safe, and help them feel supported, during medical procedures. From the Meg Foundation for Pain and Child Life On Call.
