The Doctor

handwritten 'I went to the doctor.' Cartoon image of a doctor in a white coat with a stethoscope and a clipboard.

Every year (at least), you’ll be showing up for a doctor’s appointment.  If you take your child to the annual physical this year and you feel frustrated or you think you’re not being heard, look for an alternative. You’re working hard to get answers for your child, and you need a partner in that quest. You…

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Doctor’s Office Visits

Will and Mikey sitting in the play bus in the doctor's waiting room.

Note the happy picture from the waiting room, not a screaming picture of the vaccination in progress.  Just keeping the journal positive, as per usual. Your child with special needs will likely spend more time at the doctor’s office than your average kid. Having coping strategies for these appointments is very important. A Few Helpful Ideas…

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