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Content tagged with: Needle Pokes

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    How to hack your brain when you’re in pain

    "Have we misunderstood pain?" Researcher and physician Amy Baxter unravels the symphony of connections that send pain from your body to your brain, explaining practical neuroscience hacks to quickly block those signals. Her groundbreaking research offers alternatives for immediate pain relief -- without the need for addictive opioids.

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    Creating Comfort for Teens Infographic

    This infographic is a great overview of the best pain management strategies for helping teens get through shots and other needle procedures feeling calm, comfortable, and in control.

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  • Blog Post

    A Toddler, A Poke, And The Power Of Story

    Dr. Grace Kao, a board-certified clinical health psychologist and member of the Meg Foundation advisory board, discusses the importance of stories and how they helped one little boy get through his poke.

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    Getting Ready For Kindergarten Vaccines

    Why those shots don’t have to be a pain (literally or figuratively…)

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  • Podcast

    Your Anxious Child: 5 Minute Solutions Podcast

    Great conversation about all the things that can be done to make the experience of vaccinations and blood draws less scary and painful for kids, and why it is so important.

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    Breathing for Comfort with SuperMeg!

    Deep breathing is the ultimate hack of your nervous system. Discover how it can help you feel more calm and comfortable by letting Super Meg guide you to find that pace that is right for you.

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    Katie’s Crib: Don’t Fear The Freakout

    Our CEO, Dr. Jody Thomas talks to the Goodie Nation podcast about her journey to starting the Meg Foundation, and the story behind the mission.

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    Goodie Nation Podcast: Childhood Hustlers

    Our CEO, Dr. Jody Thomas talks to the Goodie Nation podcast about her journey to starting the Meg Foundation, and the story behind the mission.

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    Helpful Language Guide

    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

    A Meg Foundation Success Story: Emi’s Journey Through Cancer to Recovery!

    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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    No Shame In This Game: Supporting Tweens and Teens Through Needle Anxiety

    Being a teenager is all about independence and having more control of their lives. Needle fears can get in the way of them taking control of their healthcare. Here is what teens and their adults can do that really helps.

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    Printable Take Control Poke Plan for Teens

    We all do better with a plan! Use this to help teens create one of their very own before their next poke.

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