Preparing your child for a hospital visit
Small steps that make a paediatric appointment calmer for everyone.
A little preparation goes a long way. Explain the visit in simple words, bring a favourite toy, and let your child ask the doctor questions directly.
Our paediatric rooms are built for children — play-based lung function testing, no white coats on the ward, and time set aside so nothing feels rushed.
Written by Dr Leena George and reviewed by the AAF clinical editorial team before publication.
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