If needles of any kind are on the horizon for your kids, this is the episode for you!Topics discussed in this episode:
Ways we can help our kids cope with the fear experienced by needles
Justin and Kylie share some of their needle experiences, both as kids and as parents
Some of the research that's gone into distraction interventions and why it matters
Links to some of the research papers mentioned in this episode:
Distraction Intervention
Children With Rheumatic Diseases
Trajectories of Distress Regulation During Pre-School Vaccinations
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