Inside the Children's Hospital

Inside the Children's Hospital

Author: Katie Taylor, Certified Child Life Specialist Language: English Episodes: 100
Hosted by Katie Taylor, a Certified Child Life Specialist, Inside the Children's Hospital is a quiet space for the often unspoken journey of pediatric illness. This podcast moves beyond the clinical to explore the human heart of the hospital, offering conversations that feel more like a shared cup of coffee in a waiting room than a formal interview. You'll hear directly from parents and caregivers who articulate the complex mix of fear, resilience, and love they experience, while pediatric nurses, doctors, and therapists provide their unique professional perspectives on fostering healing and normalcy. The discussions naturally delve into the practicalities of family life disrupted, the emotional weight carried by all involved, and the small, profound moments of hope that sustain people. It’s a resource for anyone connected to a child’s health challenge, whether you're a family member seeking solidarity, a friend looking to understand, or simply someone interested in the intersection of medicine and humanity. Each episode aims to validate the listener's own feelings, whether they are in the midst of a crisis or reflecting on one, by presenting these authentic narratives without sugarcoating yet always with profound compassion. Tune in to find a sense of community and a deeper appreciation for the delicate, powerful work happening within those walls.
Episodes
217: Navigating IEPs, Infantile Spasms, NICU & STXBP1 - Erin's Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:01
Today's guest is Erin Prosser, an IEP expert consultant and a mom of a daughter diagnosed with STXBP1. "You don't see it coming. Being a rare disease parent hits you like a ton of bricks." In today's episode Katie Taylor…
216: How to talk with Kids about Child Abuse - Jane's Story [Repost] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00
April is Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month. We have reposted this episode to bring awareness and give you tangible tools to speak with your kids about child abuse. Today's guest expert is Jane Donovan, who is a chil…
213: Parents, CCLS, Students: Show Up Exactly As You Are [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:21
In This Episode: Katie Taylor goes off the beaten path in this special episode to share a profound moment of inspiration that struck her. This episode is a heartfelt message to child life specialists, students, and paren…
212: CCLS Story: 18 Years of Supporting Kidney Families -Julie's Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:27
"As a child life specialist, watching my tiniest patients grow and accomplish so many things is my favorite part of the job." - Julie, Certified Child Life Specialist Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode of Child L…

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