How to Prepare Your Child for a Hospitalization
By Shani Thornton, MS, CCLS, RWWP When your child has a chronic illness, hospitalizations and urgent care visits may become more frequent. Feeling prepared for these medical admissions can help ease anxiety and fear. Here are a few tips to help create a plan for your family. Emergency Visit Pack a bag that can easily be accessed during a medical crisis. The emergency go-bag should include extra clothes, comfort items, small toys, activities, snacks, phone charger, medical records, emergency contacts, pen and paper. Many families leave their go-bag in their car or have a specific location within their home. It can [...]