Jun 28, 2023
Today's guest on the podcast is Dr. Barbara Hecht, National Director of Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships at Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech. She shares with us how to support Deaf, Deaf +, and Hard of Hearing students. Dr. Hecht shares about early intervention, brings awareness to CMV (cytomegalovirus),...
Jun 21, 2023
Going to the emergency room with your child for any reason is never an occasion you plan on. Today, Sam Kraewic and Jessica Baird, Child Life Specialists working in the Emergency Room empower and equip us on how to be the best advocates when it comes to the Emergency Room. From medical play to normalizing the hospital...
Jun 19, 2023
"What we can do as parents and professionals is look past the behavior."
Helping Hands: Resources for Parents Supporting Siblings in Healthcare Situations
I remember the first time I saw the impact of a sibling's illness on a family. It was heart-wrenching to watch as the older sibling hesitantly chose a toy to play...
Jun 14, 2023
Dr. Maureen Michele brings such a valuable perspective to the podcast with her experience being a pediatrician and mother to a medically complex child. Maureen shares with us how to become an advocate and what inspired her to write a book called, 'Reclaiming your Life.' Her book is meant to guide parents who have a...
Jun 12, 2023
So happy to share this "child life insight" with parents and professionals, but first let's answer the question:
What are child life specialists?
Child life specialists are trained professionals who provide emotional support and guidance to children and families facing challenging life experiences. They are experts in...