Alliance For Kids®

A 501c3 NGO/Charity

A smiling ill child is one good reason for our programs. The best reason is because we help reduce their trauma.

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Trauma Reducing Programs

After 5 years of giving our programs to over 50,000 kids, we are happy to share we reduce the trauma for ill and hospitalized kids

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Happy Life™ Programs

Together or individually our programs make a big impact.

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Our Mission

The mission of Alliance for Kids, Inc. is to provide innovative programs and resources to enhance Child Life services for hospitalized pediatric patients and their families.

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On Aug 10, 2017

What are some pain management and distraction techniques for toddlers?

Some pain management and distraction techniques for toddlers include the following: light up toys music encouraging statements bubbles favorite toy singing watching videos iPad ...
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Alliance For Kids® has answered a question
On Aug 10, 2017

How can I explain what a CT scan is to my child?

You can explain what a CT scan is to your child by telling him or her that CT stands for computed tomography. Explain to your child that these scans take pictures of different parts of the body. Th...
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On Aug 10, 2017

How can I prepare my school-age child for a hospital stay?

To prepare your school-age child for a hospital stay, try the following: Begin preparation about one to two weeks ahead of time. Help your child understand why he or she is going to the hospi...
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On Aug 10, 2017

What are common coping behaviors for infants under 12 months old?

Common coping behaviors for infants under 12 months old include crying, fussing and hand-mouth activity. This content originally appeared on the Alliance for Kids website.
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On Aug 10, 2017

What are common stressors that hospitalized toddlers may experience?

Some common stressors that hospitalized toddlers may experience include the following: separation from parent and fear of abandonment stranger anxiety unfamiliar environment loss of auton...
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On Aug 10, 2017

What are common stressors that hospitalized children may experience?

Some common stressors that hospitalized children may experience include the following: loss of bodily control forced dependence loss of competence fear of bodily mutation or deformities ...
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On Aug 10, 2017

How can I help my infant cope with hospitalization?

You can help your infant cope with hospitalization by being prepared. Infants can sense if you are stressed or anxious, so the more prepared you are the more relaxed you will be around your baby. I...
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On Aug 10, 2017

What are some developmental milestones for infants under 12 months old?

Some developmental milestones for infants under 12 months old include the following: learns through senses development of trust attachment to primary caregiver minimal language increase...
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On Aug 10, 2017

What are some developmental milestones for children from 6 to 12 years old?

Some developmental milestones for children 6 to 12 years old include the following: heavily involved with peers develop concrete thinking active learners, can invent and design things inc...
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On Aug 10, 2017

What are common stressors that hospitalized newborns may experience?

Some common stressors that hospitalized newborns may experience include the following: loud noise and sudden movement bright light impairment of basic needs limited caregiver involvement ...
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Alliance For Kids® has answered a question
On Aug 10, 2017

What are some developmental milestones for toddlers?

Developmental milestones for toddlers include the following: seeks independence develops language skills learns new skills like walking and toilet training uses mobility is a means to lea...
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On Aug 10, 2017

What are some common coping behaviors for toddlers?

Some common coping behaviors for toddlers include the following: regression of recently learned developmental skills clinging behavior temper tantrums This content originally appeared on...
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Alliance For Kids® has answered a question
On Aug 10, 2017

What are some developmental milestones for newborns under 30 days old?

Following are some developmental milestones for newborns under 30 days old: startle reflex when moved quickly or hearing loud noises sucks on anything placed in mouth (suckling reflex) open...
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Alliance For Kids® has answered a question
On Aug 10, 2017

How can I help my toddler cope with hospitalization?

You can help your toddler cope with hospitalization by preparing him or her a day before the hospital. Simple, age appropriate explanations are best. Remember that toddlers are still learning the m...
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Alliance For Kids® has answered a question
On Aug 10, 2017

What are common coping behaviors for newborns under 30 days old?

Following are common coping behaviors for newborns under 30 days old: crying sucking quiets to soft music, singing or touching soothes when swaddled in blanket or rocked This content o...
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