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My child is in pain
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What can I do to help my child's pain apart from give them medicine?
What should I do if my child is frightened?
Your child might feel frightened and uncertain about what is happening
Their pain might be different to anything they have experienced before
Reassure your child that you will help to make the pain go away
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Parent video
Introduction by Professor Alice Roberts
What should I do if my child is frightened?
Can cuddling my child help their pain?
Can rocking my child help their pain?
Can stroking my child help their pain?
Can using distraction help my child’s pain?
Should I let my child choose what to do?
Should I stick to the usual bed time routine?