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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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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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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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Explore the rich tapestry of Black medical history with Dr. Ray Christian as he shares captivating narratives revealing historical legacies and personal anecdotes.
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There's a lot of outdated thinking about pain floating around, but thanks to research, we now know better!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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"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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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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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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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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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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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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Knowing how pain works is key to learning how to prevent and manage it. This handout breaks it all down to make it easier for patients and providers.
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