Interview Tips

Before Your Interview: Preparing for Success

1. Quiet Space: Choose a quiet, comfortable place for the interview to minimize background noise. This helps create a clear and pleasant listening experience for our audience.

2. Equipment Check: A good pair of headphones and a microphone (if you have one) can significantly enhance audio quality. Please test your setup beforehand to ensure everything works seamlessly.

3. Connection Stability: A stable internet connection is crucial for a smooth conversation. If possible, a wired connection is preferred over Wi-Fi to avoid any interruptions.

4. Familiarize Yourself: Take a moment to familiarize yourself with our podcast. Listening to a couple of episodes can give you a feel for the tone and flow of our conversations.

During the Interview: Making the Most of Your Time

1. Be Yourself: Our listeners value authenticity. Share your stories, insights, and feelings genuinely. Your unique perspective is what makes this conversation special.

2. Clear & Concise: While we love detailed stories, being clear and concise helps keep our audience engaged. Try to keep your answers focused and impactful.

3. Pause & Reflect: It’s perfectly okay to take a moment to think before answering. Our editing team will ensure the final product is smooth and cohesive.

4. Engagement: Feel free to ask questions or express curiosity. A dynamic conversation is more enriching for everyone involved.

After the Interview: Staying Connected

1. Feedback Loop: We value your thoughts and feelings about the interview process. Any feedback you provide helps us grow and improve.

2. Sharing is Caring: Once the episode is live, we’ll share a link with you. Spreading the word through your social networks amplifies the reach and impact of your message.

3. Continuous Support: Remember, your story doesn’t end here. Our community and resources are always here for you, offering ongoing support and connection.

Once again, thank you for lending your voice to the Child Life On Call podcast. Together, we’re making a difference, providing comfort, and fostering understanding for families navigating the challenges of child health conditions. We’re excited to share this journey with you and our listeners worldwide.

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247: A Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis: Traumatic Birth, Micropreemie Twins & the Power of Hope [REPOST]- Savannah’s Story

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246: Pyroxd1 and the Path Forward: A Rare Disease, a Life-Saving Lesson & a Mission to Help Others- Maria + Matt’s Story

Maria and Matt’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and advocacy, proving that "rare is more common than you think." Whether you’re a rare disease parent, medical professional, or someone looking for inspiration, this episode is a must-listen.

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245:Navigating HIE: Hope for Families, and Life Beyond the NICU [REPOST]- Betsy’s Story

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244: A Mother and a Physician: Navigating Her Daughter’s NMOSD Diagnosis- Maggie’s Story

In this powerful episode, Dr. Maggie Kang shares her deeply personal journey as a physician and a mother navigating her daughter’s rare disease diagnosis, Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD). She discusses the emotional and medical challenges she faced, her transition into advocacy, and how she now supports families through life coaching. In an insightful conversation, Katie and Maggie explore the complexities of grief, resilience, and advocacy. Maggie opens up about the difficult moments in her daughter’s diagnosis, how she learned to trust her instincts, and the importance of both self-care and community in the rare disease journey. Together, they discuss the emotional weight of parenting a child with a chronic illness and the ways families can empower themselves in the healthcare system.

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243: A Child Life Specialist’s Quest for Answers: A Long COVID Diagnosis – Jessica’s Story

"If something doesn’t feel right, don’t ignore it. Keep asking questions. You know your child better than anyone."-Jessica Baird, CCLS We extend our sincere gratitude to our sponsor for this episode, Gebauer PainEase®. We are pleased to provide more information about this product, and we invite you to learn more by visiting their website. What do you do when doctors keep telling you nothing is wrong—but your child is in pain every single day? For Jessica, a child life specialist and mom, that answer was simple: keep pushing until someone listens. In this heartfelt conversation, Katie sits down with Jessica to talk about the emotional, and eye-opening journey she went through to get answers for her daughter. What started as mild COVID symptoms quickly turned into persistent leg pain, countless doctor visits, dismissals, and dead ends—until finally, they got the diagnosis: long COVID. Katie and Jessica dive into what it feels like when medical professionals dismiss your concerns, how to find the right doctors who will listen, and why trusting your instincts as a parent is everything. They also talk about how long COVID is still misunderstood, especially in kids, and what families can do if they suspect their child is affected. What You’ll Take Away from This Episode: 💡 Your intuition is your superpower – If you feel something isn’t right, don’t back down. 💡 Not all doctors get it right the first time – Second (and third) opinions can make all the difference. 💡 Long COVID in kids is real – But many medical professionals still don’t recognize it. 💡 You’re not alone – There are resources, specialists, and support groups out there to help. Links & Resources:

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242:A Daughter’s PCHD19, Autism + Epilepsy Diagnosis: The motivation behind the connected parent-Julie’s Story

In this episode, Katie speaks with Julie Walters, a mom of two neurodivergent children, entrepreneur, and fierce advocate for inclusion and health equity. Julie shares her journey navigating her daughter's epilepsy diagnosis, the challenges of parenting through complex medical experiences, and how these experiences led her to create The Connected Parent – a resource hub empowering families to find critical services for children with medical complexities or neurodivergence.

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Interview Tips

Before Your Interview: Preparing for Success

During the Interview: Making the Most of Your Time

After the Interview: Staying Connected

Discover Child Life On Call

247: A Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis: Traumatic Birth, Micropreemie Twins & the Power of Hope [REPOST]- Savannah’s Story

246: Pyroxd1 and the Path Forward: A Rare Disease, a Life-Saving Lesson & a Mission to Help Others- Maria + Matt’s Story

245:Navigating HIE: Hope for Families, and Life Beyond the NICU [REPOST]- Betsy’s Story

244: A Mother and a Physician: Navigating Her Daughter’s NMOSD Diagnosis- Maggie’s Story

243: A Child Life Specialist’s Quest for Answers: A Long COVID Diagnosis – Jessica’s Story

242:A Daughter’s PCHD19, Autism + Epilepsy Diagnosis: The motivation behind the connected parent-Julie’s Story

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