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Jewish Orthodox Women’s Medical Association Podcast: Hurt, Not Harm, Preventing Pain and Trauma with Dr. Jody

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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The ChildKind Resource Library

Discover a wealth of tools and resources in ChildKind’s library to help healthcare professionals and parents manage pediatric pain effectively

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Health Experience Matters Podcast: Enhancing the Patient Experience by Choosing Our Words Wisely

Discover how simple shifts in language can transform medical experiences for kids and families. Tune in as Dr. Jody shares practical tips to reduce anxiety and empower patients through the power of words.

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The Child Psych Podcast: Helping Kids Overcome a Fear of Needles and Health Procedures

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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Can holding children down for shots traumatize them? A health psychologist says yes.

I’m a health psychologist and expert in medical illness, trauma, and pain, with 25 years of experience. If I could wipe out any practice that happens on the daily in medicine, VERY high on my list is holding down kids for medical procedures. While science and best practice guidelines from top medical organizations clearly say holding down kids is a terrible idea, it still happens every single day.

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How to Get the Best Help from Your Child’s Doctor

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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Why ARE we called the Meg Foundation?

Inquiring minds always want to know! I'm so glad you asked, because I LOVE this story!

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Ask Dr. Jessica podcast: How to reduce fear and anxiety around vaccines? with Jody Thomas

This episode is for all you parents, caregivers, and healthcare providers out there who want to make vaccinations a little less scary for the little ones.

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Our vision: What if good pain care was the norm?

Where do we see the Meg Foundation going? What are our hopes for the future? We are so glad you asked! Let's talk about our big plans!

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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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Pain Myth & Fact Poster

This poster busts popular myths about managing pain with real facts backed by evidence. It's a handy resource for healthcare providers and families, helping everyone understand what really works for effective pain management.

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Getting to know ChildKind International: Intro to the International Certification Organization for Pediatric Pain

Julia Johnston, a Knowledge Management Specialist at ChildKind International, is your guide to understanding ChildKind's institutional certification process and crafting valuable resources.

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