My, How Hospitals Have Changed!

Posted on July 28, 2009 by Aimee Amodio

I can’t remember the last time I was in a hospital — maybe it was back in 2001, the summer that both my grandmother and grandfather passed away. If I’ve been in a hospital room since then, it’s lost in memory. But I was in a hospital room today — some very good friends of mine welcomed twins into the world. After I stopped being distracted by holding the tiny babies, I started looking around. Things certainly have changed! Probably the most impressive thing (at least to me) was the wristbands. Mom, Dad, and twins all had barcoded wristbands. This … Continue reading →

Surviving Your Child’s Hospital Stay

Posted on April 11, 2006 by Teresa McEntire

My four-year old daughter had surgery last week and we spent the night in the hospital. The hospital stay actually went quite well because I was prepared. My daughter is recovering well. Explain what is going to happen: Before going to the hospital explain to your child where you are going, try to keep things as positive so your child doesn’t get scared. If they ask questions be as honest as possible. Don’t say it won’t hurt when you know it will, this builds mistrust. I told my daughter that she was going to the hospital and the doctor was … Continue reading →