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Words matter. The language we as parents, caregivers, and medical providers shapes the experience of kids going through medical procedures. This quick guide helps you make little changes that can make a big difference.
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Blog Post
Knowing the facts instead of the misconceptions can open up opportunities to avoid a whole lot of unnecessary suffering, for you, for your family (and for your patients if you are one of those amazing healthcare providers we love!).
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A dose of inspiration, a look at the long-term impact of good pain management skills, and why we do what we do!
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Podcast
Our very own Dr. Jody Thomas shares her insight on this episode entitled: Helping Kids Cope with Anxieties Around Medical Care and Pain Management.
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Podcast
In this episode Rachel Moon, associate editor of digital media for the journal Pediatrics, shares a research roundup from the July issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, also talk with David Becker and Jody Thomas, PhD, about strategies for taking the pain and fear out of vaccinations.
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Digital Tool
This interactive eBook makes it easy to learn all the ways our free pain management resources can be used to make life easier for you and your patients.
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Learn comfort positions that allow you to calm and comfort your child while keeping them safe!
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Article
The article from the International Association of Pain Reports reviews the latest research in prevention and treatment of acute and chronic pain in children. Available open source.
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Video
How to use sweet solutions to minimize needle pain in babies
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Quick guide to the simple pain management strategies to get babies through shots and other needle pokes with calm and comfort.
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A clear, concise brochure on pain management specifically for infants and babies from SickKids Hospital.
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How to reduce crying and pain during older babies' needle pokes
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