Caring for children during COVID-19

It can be daunting for a child to be in hospital. The backdrop of COVID-19 and PPE adds extra anxiety.

Here are some child-friendly ways for staff to explain.

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Baby’s heartbeat makes birth a family affair | from NHS Lanarkshire Maternity services

Cuddles and caring for newborns doesn’t stop because of coronavirus | from Wishaw Neonatal Unit, NHS Lanarkshire

Pre-school immunisations at home for shielded families | from NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

Support for kids of key workers | from The British Psychological Society

Children's bravery certificate for COVID-19 tests | from United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Clip-on cartoon characters on staff visors increase connections with children | from Royal Hospital for Children, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

Even superheroes can be scary in their masks – new video reassures children | from Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity

Explaining COVID-19 to children | from NHS North Cumbria CCG & University Hospitals Southampton (NHSFT)

Making things brighter and less scary for children | from Stockport NHS FT