Preparing for a procedure by https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh This padlet is for the parents of children who need to have an operation or medical procedure. It provides tips and resources for how to prepare them and keep them relaxed during their procedure. en-us 2023-05-11 14:42:42 UTC 2026-06-16 11:00:04 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f3e5.png Surgery Colouring Sheet for Preparing Kids katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2445504987 2023-01-16 10:55:25 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2445504987 Books available in libraries katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2473644903 Check out the Reading Well Books on Prescription Scheme for children's books related to health and wellbeing: https://reading-well.org.uk/books/books-on-prescription 

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Prepare in the weeks before your appointment and teaching you how to relax and stay calm once you are there.]]> 2023-05-11 14:50:16 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587338587 Talking about hospital katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587342541 https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/your-hospital-visit/before-you-come-gosh/talking-about-hospital/

Coming into hospital can make us worried. Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children has some great tips for parents on how they can help children share their worries.]]> 2023-05-11 14:53:16 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587342541 The CBeebies® channel from the BBC produces series about everyday life, including health and hospitals – watch the episodes together so you can answer any questions. katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587343020
  • Topsy and Tim - www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/shows/topsy-and-tim
  • Get Well Soon with Dr Ranj - www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/shows/get-well-soon  

    • The CBBC™ channel for older children also has a series you might find helpful.




    ]]>     2023-05-11 14:53:39 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587343020     Daily Life on Woodcock and Wildgoose Ward katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587343631 Mealtimes

    Breakfast is at 0800.
    Lunch is at 1200.
    Dinner is at 1800 (or 1700 on Woodcock).
    Snacks are always offered in between!

    Observations

    Typically at 10am, 2pm, 6pm, 10pm, 2am and 6am.
    Staff will try their best to complete observations without disturbing your child in the night.

    Bedtime

    Lights come on at 0800 and are switched off at 2200 (earlier on Woodcock).
    You can keep your bedside light on for as long as you like.

    Ward Round

    The doctors will come around daily.

    ]]>     2023-05-11 14:54:04 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587343631     What to bring with you to hospital katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587344172 A handy list of things to pack!

    Please bring the following in a small bag or suitcase:

    • All the medicines your child is taking
    • Any specialist equipment your child uses every day
    • Your Child Health Record (red book) or any equivalent document such as a Shared Care Record or Hospital Passport
    • Clean sleep wear, dressing gown or fleece top
    • Day and night clothes - even if your child is coming as a day patient, it is wise to bring a change of clothes just in case.
    • Toothbrush, toothpaste and other wash things - again just in case for day patients.
    • Enough nappies or pads for your child’s stay
    • Any ready-made special feed in an unopened container
    • Any bottles, teats or drinking beakers your child prefers
    • A favourite toy or comforter – please label it with your child’s name
    ]]>     2023-05-11 14:54:28 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587344172     Preparing your child for surgery katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587345913 A document produced by the hospital to help parents prepare their child for surgery.]]> 2023-05-11 14:55:39 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587345913 Take a Virtual Tour of the Surgery Department katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587346599 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpOjYwzy30A

    Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Freedom unit, going for anaesthetic and then into recovery.


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    Talking with your child about their medical experience.
    Different coping strategies that can be used during a blood test. 
    Supporting your child through a blood test. ]]>     2023-05-11 15:10:39 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587366658     Techniques for Keeping Medical Procedures Positive katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587367838 Comfort tips: techniques for keeping children's hospital experiences positive - from positioning to distraction, environment to word choice. Produced by Child Life Council. ]]> 2023-05-11 15:11:31 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2587367838 Recommended age 2-5 years katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592631441 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hospital-First-Time-Jess-Stockham/dp/1846433363/ref=asc_df_1846433363/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=311123983653&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15181125977571725800&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045304&hvtargid=pla-620820783527&psc=1&th=1&psc=1 ]]> 2023-05-16 07:19:15 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592631441 Recommended age 3-5 years katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592635323 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Going-Hospital-Usborne-First-Experiences/dp/0746066589/ref=sr_1_1?crid=SSUB7LDWXFPR&keywords=going+to+the+hospital+usborne+first+experiences&qid=1671619689&s=books&sprefix=going+to+the+hospital+usborne+first+experiences%2Cstripbooks%2C100&sr=1-1]]> 2023-05-16 07:21:54 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592635323 Recommended age 3-8 years katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592635830 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Paddington-Goes-Hospital-Michael-Bond/dp/0008149240 ]]> 2023-05-16 07:22:15 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592635830 Recommended age 4-8 years katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592636333 https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-First-Visit-Hospital-Times/dp/0237520176/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3G3JYFU2H2Y9P&keywords=my+first+visit+to+hospital&qid=1671619727&s=books&sprefix=my+first+visit+to+ho%2Cstripbooks%2C80&sr=1-1]]> 2023-05-16 07:22:38 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592636333 Recommended age 5-8 years katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592636868 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Going-Hospital-Big-Nicola-Barber/dp/1435828402/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3PZ4U9ZPOQOGQ&keywords=going+to+the+hospital+nicola+barber&qid=1671619641&s=books&sprefix=going+to+the+hospital+nicola+barber%2Cstripbooks%2C72&sr=1-1 ]]> 2023-05-16 07:23:01 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592636868 Recommended age 5-10 years katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592637760 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Going-into-Hospital-Althea/dp/085122069X ]]> 2023-05-16 07:23:27 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592637760 Recommended age 7-10 years katyfarrellwright https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592638452 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Midnight-Gang-David-Walliams/dp/0008164614]]> 2023-05-16 07:24:01 UTC https://padlet.com/katyfarrellwright/77y4np8aq2t5x5gh/wish/2592638452