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When your child is hospitalized, our Child Life team is here to make the process easier.

CoxHealth's Child Life Program helps hospitalized children and their families, tending to their emotional well-being. We ease anxieties, answer questions, and meet the needs of not just our patients, but those who love them.

Child Life Program Resources

  • Pre-Op Information

    We can help you and your child prepare for hospitalization or surgery. Our tour books and Pre-Op Parties will answer all your questions, and help ease your fears.

  • Easing Fears

    A stay in the hospital can be frightening for your child. Use these tips to offer comfort and reassurance.

  • Separation from Family

    It can be stressful for children when their loved ones are hospitalized. Help them cope by maintaining normal routines and following other simple steps.

  • Treatment Rooms

    Your child may need tests or procedures during her hospital stay. Treatment rooms offer a child-friendly environment, near your child's room.

  • Pediatric Wish List

    Hospital stays are stressful on children and their parents. To promote a more positive experience. CoxHealth accepts donations of various supplies to help entertain and care for our youngest patients. View our pediatric wish list for ideas.

Interested in Working in Child Life?

Child Life Internships & Practicums