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Child Life, Education and Creative Arts Therapy at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia supports the unique needs of children as they cope with illness and injury.

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Siblings of Patients Need Support, Too

Oct 23, 2018

Children feel a range of strong feelings in response to a sibling’s health problems. Find out how to help all of your children find strength and resilience.

How to Talk to Kids about Death

Apr 10, 2018

It will never be easy telling a young child that a loved one or a pet has died, but there are certain things a parent or caregiver can do to help lay the groundwork for future conversations about it.

When Your Child Is Afraid of the Doctor

Oct 31, 2017

Ghosts, goblins, and … a visit to the doctor? Many children see the doctor’s office as a scary place, but if you arm them with the right coping skills, you can help your child banish those fears.

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