In this episode of Child Life On Call, host Katie Taylor, a certified child life specialist, shares personal experiences and practical advice on maintaining calm during your child’s medical procedures. Katie recounts a traumatic incident with her daughter,...
Medical rounds can feel daunting for parents—packed with medical jargon, swift decisions, and limited time for questions. In this episode, Katie Taylor, Certified Child Life Specialist and founder of Child Life On Call, breaks down everything parents need to know...
“Hope isn’t about avoiding the hard truths. It’s about staying grounded in them and still believing that something good is possible.”- Katie Taylor In this final episode of 2024, Katie dives deep into the meaning of hope, exploring its role in...
Today’s episode is dedicated to the loving memory of Dr. Meredith Hitch, a cherished pediatric gastroenterologist at Ochsner Baton Rouge. “You want to make sure that you are ready to be able to prepare not only yourself but your kiddo.” – Emily Martinec,...
Child Life Specialist Secrets: Flu Shot Prep Strategies Every Parent Should Know Thank you to the sponsor of today’s podcast: Begin Health – Use code CHILDLIFEONCALL for 25% OFF 30% of children struggle with constipation and it can feel impossible...
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.
