My younger has never been a fan of visiting the doctor. I know most kids don’t look forward to an appointment with the doctor, but she has a real fear of shots and needles. And, as luck would have it, she’s my one with allergies that require yearly blood draws. She’s older now and can tolerate it, but when she was younger, I tried every trick in the book to get her to relax. I believe in having kids be prepared, so we’d talk about what to expect, and I’d give her a little prick so she’d know what it would feel like. I promised treats after. I told her to shout the silliest, funniest word she could think of when the needle stick occurred. I brought along her favorite blanket and surprised her with it directly before the draw. I held up my fingers and told her to blow them out as soon as she felt the stick. I tried it all. Does your kiddo dread a doctor visit? Sarah Lyons has some great tips for less-stress doctor visits.
October is here, and that means pumpkins! Pumpkin patches, pumpkin foods, pumpkin candles and, my fave, warm pumpkin spice latte on a cool fall morn. Our Fall Fun Guide, both in print and online at KCParent.com, has all you need to make the most of this fall tradition.
Did you hear the news? Our sister publication, KC Baby & Maternity, recently had a new addition! In the fall issue is a Labor & Delivery Guide, a great resource for all those expectant mamas out there. And it gets even better! Online, find photos, videos and so much more to aid in your search for the perfect place to deliver your bundle of joy!
Happy fall days, Kansas City!