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Back to EpisodesHow Parents Can Stay Calm During Medical Procedures
Description
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, emphasizing the natural parental panic response and how to manage it.
She offers three key strategies: getting informed about medical procedures, finding a supportive role during the process, and taking care of your own physical and emotional needs. Katie introduces the Support Spot app as a valuable resource, providing step-by-step guides for over 50 medical procedures.
This episode aims to equip parents with the tools and confidence needed to support their children effectively during medical challenges.
00:00 Introduction and Personal Story
02:30 Understanding Parental Panic
03:11 Managing Emotions During Medical Procedures
03:28 Empowering Yourself with Information
04:24 Finding a Role to Play
05:27 Taking Care of Your Needs
06:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
07:53 Support Spot App and Resources
09:24 Closing Remarks
When parents feel empowered, everyone wins – kids thrive and the care team excels!