As mamas, we can kiss scraped knees, bandage minor cuts, give extra cuddles and run for the iced boo boo pack for owies. But, helping your kids cope with doctor anxiety? That can be a toughie.
When a trip to your favorite pediatrician is in order (sometimes I swear I need a “frequent visit” card punch) it can cause stress for everyone involved. Does anybody else’s kids freak out when you mention a doctor’s visit? Well, mine do.
Recently, I was sitting in my daughter’s gymnastics class lounge chatting with the other moms, and this very topic came up. Turns out, each one of our girls had different fears about the doctor and all of us shared what worked.
It was all such great advice…girlfriend to girlfriend, mom to mom…that I thought I’d compile it and share with all of you! So, in no particular order, here’s our two cents. I very much hope you find these tips handy in helping your kids cope with doctor anxiety.