A 3-ring binder or a box can help you store this history. As your child recovers, you may meet with many doctors, nurses, and others. Write down what they say. Put any paperwork they give you in the notebook or throw it in the box. Also, if you need to share any of this paperwork with someone else, make a copy.
Parents can share practical advice and emotional support.
If your child was in school before the injury, plan for his or her return to school. Get in touch with the school. Ask the principal about special education services. Have the medical team share information with the school. When your child returns to school, ask the school to test your child as soon as possible to identify his or her special education needs.