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Dr. Jody joins Code C.L.I.O. to talk pediatric pain management, why child life specialists are essential clinicians, and how the Meg Foundation started with one blunt idea: kids hurt more than they have to.
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An illustrated guide to the people who help kids cope through some of the hardest moments in healthcare — who they are, what they do, and why every family should know to ask for one.
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A sample accommodations letter your doctor can provide to help schools support kids when headaches strike.
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An overview of the strategies that prevent and manage headache pain, before you build a plan that fits.
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A complete set of resources to help kids, families, and providers understand and manage headaches together.
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Child life specialist rockstar Jamie Gentille answers common questions about how she helps young patients navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of medical care.
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Join Dr. Jody Thomas as she dives into the future of pain management, where psychology, proactive strategies, and virtual reality are transforming how we support kids through tough moments. From busting myths to sharing real patient success stories, this episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to prevent pain and trauma.
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Discover how to help your kids manage pain and anxiety with practical coping strategies from Dr. Jody, starting with their first healthcare experiences.
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Dr. Jody Thomas and CHYP get together to discuss how parents and healthcare providers can join forces to give kids with chronic pain the best care possible.
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Learn how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy works and how it can improve chronic pain.
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Lived experience pain expert Fiona and Dr. Coakley discuss the development of the Comfort Ability Program, its many resources, and the impact of the workshop on Fiona’s pain journey and life.
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In this episode, you will meet Sophia Brooke, Fiona, and Bridget. These four share their experiences learning to manage chronic pain and how they never thought they would be where they are today.
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