Empower, Support & Transform Your Child’s Medical Experiences.
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Is your child scared of shots? Join Katie Taylor, a Certified Child Life Specialist, and other parents to master the art of preparing, supporting and responding to your child during shots. This is the evidenced-based method she’s used to help countless families turn stressful medical visits into empowering experiences—without the chaos.
If you dread making doctor’s appointments for your kids because…
you may worry that
that the shot will be painful or uncomfortable for their child, leading to tears or distress.
that getting the shot will be traumatic for their child, leading to long-term anxiety about medical visits.
you aren’t able to control or have in say in how the shot is given during the appointment.
Then, this course is for YOU.
You deserve to have all the tools when it comes to your child's social and emotional health - especially if your child is already showing signs they are scared of shots.Expert-Led: Taught by Katie Taylor, a Certified Child Life Specialist with over 13 years of experience and the CEO and Co-founder of Child Life On Call
Parent-Tested: Join other of satisfied parents who have transformed their child’s healthcare experiences.
Proven Strategies: Learn the evidenced-based and trauma-informed techniques that have helped countless families reduce stress and anxiety during medical visits.
What’s in the course?
Go from feeling anxious and unprepared during shots to becoming a confident and empowered advocate for your child.
Lay the foundation.
- Understand your child’s developmental age
- Define what medical stressors trigger your unique child
Learn how to prepare
- Understand what to say, when to say it and how to prepare your child for the shot, even if you know they’re fearful
- Learn how to assess (and reassess) your child’s reaction to keep positive coping at the forefront of your conversation
Know what to do
- During the visit, know what you can and can not ask for to help your child cope with shots
- Learn developmentally specific interventions and proven strategies to calm your child during the shot or appointment
Get Access to Tools
- Each stage in the course leaves you with tangible strategies and resources to use with your child who may or may not be scared of shots
- Feel confident that you have everything you need to take on the next visit even if your child says they are scared of shots
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for parents, caregivers, or anyone involved in the well-being of a child. It’s beneficial for those caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers.
What Will I Learn in This Course?
In this course, you’ll learn a variety of techniques to support your child during shots and other medical procedures. Topics include comfort positioning, effective communication strategies tailored to your child’s developmental stage, and tips for parental empowerment. You’ll also learn what common mistakes to avoid during medical visits.
Who are you and why should I listen to you?
I’m Katie, and I want you to know that supporting parents so they feel equipped to advocate for and support their child during medical experiences is my life’s calling. In fact, after 13 years, I left the clinical setting and continue working on this passion full time. You can hear and see Katie in the media on:
KVUE, kxan, Dear NICU Mama, PedsDocTalk, HandtoHold, Penn State Alumni Podcast, Raising Disabled, Once Upon a Gene, Brave Together Podcast, The Rare Life, HerSelf Podcast
Katie Taylor is the co-founder and CEO of Child Life On Call, a digital platform revolutionizing pediatric healthcare by putting parents at the center of the medical journey. With over 13 years of experience as a certified child life specialist, Katie has made significant contributions to the field of child life and the families she’s served with over a decade of working at the bedside. She is an accomplished author, an engaging speaker on child life and entrepreneurship, and the host of the Child Life On Call Podcast. Katie’s work emphasizes the vital role of child life services in supporting caregivers and enhancing children’s medical journeys.
Upon completing her education at The Pennsylvania State University, Katie embarked on a meaningful career journey, making a significant impact in the field of child safety and well-being. Initially, Katie devoted her talents to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, where she excelled in the community outreach department. Her role involved traveling extensively across the country, imparting crucial knowledge to law enforcement, educators, government officials, and community members on matters concerning child safety.
Passionate about supporting young patients during challenging times, Katie underwent her clinical training as a child life specialist at both Children’s National Medical Center and Inova Children’s Hospital. Building on this invaluable experience, she extended her contributions to various esteemed institutions, including Inova Children’s Hospital, Dell Children’s Medical Center, and St. David’s Children’s Hospital in Austin, Texas.
Throughout her tenure in these renowned medical facilities, Katie demonstrated remarkable versatility, working adeptly in outpatient, inpatient, and pediatric intensive care units. Notably, she played a pivotal role in establishing child life services within the Level 3 NICU, encompassing over 80 beds, leaving a lasting positive impact on the care of critically ill newborns and their families. Katie’s dedication to enhancing the well-being of children and families is evident in her diverse and influential roles within the child life field.
How Long Is the Course?
The course is self-paced, allowing you to complete it at your convenience. It consists of multiple modules, each taking approximately an average of 15 minutes to complete. You can expect to finish the entire course in about 1.5-2 hours.
What Kind of Support and Resources Will I Receive?
Along with the course modules, you’ll receive a variety of downloadable resources such as coping plans, distraction cards, and ‘What to Bring to the Doctor’ checklists. You’ll also gain access to our live masterclass, “How To Use Comfort Positions.”
How Long Will I Have Access to the Course?
Forever. And when we update it and add more resources – you’ll get access to those, too.
