In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Child Life On Call, host Katie Taylor speaks with mother-daughter duo Kirby Larson and Quinn Wyatt, co-authors of the middle-grade novel Gut Reaction. Together, they share the deeply personal story behind the book: Quinn’s...
What if blending real food could transform your child’s tube feeding experience—and your entire family’s daily routine? In this inspiring episode, registered dietitian and new mom Hilarie shares how her career in pediatric nutrition led her to create Blended Tube...
What if every milestone your child was supposed to reach came with countless curve balls? For Alexis Kaplan, motherhood quickly turned into a journey of advocacy, strength, and unwavering love as she navigated her daughter Gabby’s complex and rare health conditions....
“If anybody was to ask me what is one of my biggest strengths, I have to tell them it’s resilience… You can throw almost anything at me and I can handle it. I mean, there isn’t anything any bigger in this world than losing a child.” In this...
“Combining my personal experiences as a mom with my professional role has given me a unique perspective on the challenges families face and the solutions they need.” – Jaclyn Pederson In this insightful episode, host Katie Taylor speaks with Jaclyn...
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.
