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This episode of the Momwell Podcast dives into a topic close to every parent's heart: helping kids feel confident and calm during medical visits—especially when it comes to needles.
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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 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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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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Getting back to normal daily activities can feel like a big challenge when you're struggling with chronic pain. This guide breaks down both the why and how you can make that happen.
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Sleep challenges and chronic pain often go hand and hand. Top experts put together this guide about all the things that can help!
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Learn how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy works and how it can improve chronic pain.
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School can be tough when you’re dealing with chronic pain. This educational guide helps families understand all the ways they can support kids and teens as they navigate the challenges.
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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.
Read more » about Ask Dr. Jessica podcast: How to reduce fear and anxiety around vaccines? with Jody Thomas
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There's a lot of outdated thinking about pain floating around, but thanks to research, we now know better! It turns out that what kids, parents, and providers think they know about pain can sometimes hold us back from making things better. So let's dispel these misconceptions with accurate, evidence-based information and brighten things up with some solid facts!
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In this episode, our lived experience pain experts share their wisdom about how they talk with friends, family, and teachers about pain.
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