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Online classes, masks, and needle anxiety: the obstacles and solutions for the COVID-college student experience

I am envious of the Tufts students who will have their school concerts, sports games, in-person meetings and classes, and graduation. Frankly, I felt like I wasn’t a student long before I ever got my diploma because of the pandemic. #HacktheVax is about more than the tailgating and dining hall sundaes I missed out on, or even that current students may as well. These campaigns can connect such a key population with easy and free resources to overcome needle anxiety.

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Doctors Can Have Needle Fear Too! Helpful Strategies From a Needle Phobic Doctor

Dr. Kevin M. Windisch is a pediatrician at Girls to Women/Young Men’s Health in Dallas, Texas. He’s spent over 25 treating patients and is well-loved by both patients and colleagues.

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Pain Management for Trans and Gender Diverse Youth

At Meg Foundation, we’re all about empowering children and families with resources that will help them be more comfortable and less anxious during medical procedures. For trans and gender diverse youth, the word “empowerment” is a critical part of their medical vocabulary.

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A Pediatric Headache Specialist Shares Her Tips for Helping Kids Feel Better

Jennifer Dilts, a pediatric headache specialist, explores how kids experience headaches, what parents can do, and how families can get their lives back on track.

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Dr. Leora Kuttner: A Pediatric Pain Pioneer and Champion for Kids All Over the World

Dr. Leora Kuttner has been transforming the world of pediatric pain for more than 40 years. She also just so happens to be Meg Foundation’s Founding Board Chair.

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Meet SuperMeg, Our New Interactive Chatbot That Helps Kids Manage the Anxiety and Pain of Needle Pokes!

The SuperMeg chatbot was developed by top experts in pediatric pain management, driven by research and supported by best practice guidelines of nearly every pediatric medical organization in the world…and kids love her!

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How to Have Difficult Conversations with Kids

If you’re getting tough questions from your kids right now, you’re definitely not alone, but there are some things that can make it easier. I’ve put together some tips and helpful things to say when you’re navigating tough conversations with kids.

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Nasal Swabs: Creating Comfort and Preventing Pain for Little (and Big!) People

Experiencing a nasal swab just went from not very likely to pretty likely– Read these tips for creating comfort for kids during COVID testing

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Learning to Surf: Understanding and Riding the Waves of Emotion During COVID-19

Tips for riding out these big waves of emotion and tools to help manage this huge experience.

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Lessons From the Trenches: Tips for Getting Your Family Through Uncertain Times

How the lessons we’ve learned through my daughter’s cancer journey could help your family get through COVID-19.

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Creating Meaningful Connection with Grandparents from Afar

Our chair shares some creative ideas for involving grandparents in childcare from afar.

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Tips for Talking to Your Kids About COVID-19

Talking to your kids about COVID-19 can be tough. You’re not alone and we’re here to help! Here are five tips for navigating this conversation without freaking out.

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