Foster normal growth and development. Sick children need reassurance, diversion, sympathy, and nurturing. They also need the presence of another person to help them get better. Children that are not contagious need to spend time with their friends. This allows them to maintain friendships, play, relieve anxiety, and take their mind off their illness.
Parents can prevent boredom by giving the child many uplifting, challenging, and fun experiences.
Activities like games, puzzles, science projects, reading, educational and comedy videos, and drawing can spark the child's creativity and learning. A child's healing is made easier with joy and lots of hugs and love. All rights reserved. Information in this document is subject to change without notice.