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    How to advocate for your child during hospital stays

    Medically complex children are exactly that…medically complex. This is why hospitalizations can be particularly challenging and stressful for us. We know our children best. When our children are hospitalized we must find a balance between advocating for our children and allowing the medical team to treat our child’s condition. We have been through many hospitalizations with our son, some just overnight and some as long as many weeks. Short stays are usually a breeze but longer stays tend to increase our anxiety levels. We have learned some strategies along the way that have helped create a smoother experience for us and might do the same for you: 10 Tips on…