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My Operation: Children's Prep Guide (Including Parent Tips!)
My Operation: Children's Prep Guide (Including Parent Tips!)
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Preparing for an operation, no matter how "simple", can feel scary for not just the child, but also for the parent or caregiver!
This 18 page Children's Prep Guide is the perfect way to prepare a child for an operation and includes:
-Customized pages for the child to feel a sense of ownership over their story
-Preparing for surgery from the beginning (arriving at the hospital or doctor office, changing into super PJs, etc.), induction (how to breathe "sleepy air"), all the way to the end (ways to cope with waking up, returning home, etc.)
-Parent tips to help parents feel a sense of empowerment
This activity guide is a proven way to walk kids and parents through each step and even build rapport with the medical team along the way.
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The Hero has an operation book was AMAZING for my son. He was 4 years old when he was diagnosed with a defect that required a minor operation. After being hospitalized and getting so many “pokes,” he was terrified. We went through this book multiple times and did all the activities leading of to his procedure. We also referred back to it in the hospital on the day of and it was so helpful in reducing his anxiety because he knew what to expect! When I asked him what he liked about it, he said he loved feeling the superhero of the story. It helped us all be a little more brave that day.
Allie has a way with words and explaining difficult concepts. I absolutely love the Operation book as it gives kids peace and understanding of what is going to happen. I wish I had this book for my daughter when she had surgery!! My grandkids are now benefiting from Allie’s wisdom and experience.