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Medical Mamas and their nurses ❤️
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items From g-tubes, to trach and vents, all the little things I’ve used as a home health pediatric nurse or had families use that made life just a little easier
I throw some of these in my personal nursing bag, and my kiddos to-go bags. It’s a great peace of mind for de-cannulating or dislodging on the go.
Lubricating Jelly Packets
AFO friendly AND cute styles/ prints. It is so much more pleasant getting these shoes on kiddos than having to size up so much just to wrestle them into a regular shoe.
BILLY Footwear: Shop All
tips and tricks! Pour some into your suction canister! Or do a mix of mouthwash and water to rinse your suction tubing. Masks smells wonderfully.
Mouthwash
Having a few of these on hand is super helpful. A little more supportive than the disposable ones that insurance sends. They're washable and long lasting
Washable Chux Pads
Another great option, especially if you're the sole caregiver, the handles are sturdy and really helpful for repositioning.
Absorbent Positioning Bed Pads Elderly 8 Handles 34x52
Cute and fun, always a nice change of pace from the plain ol gauze!
Tracheostomy Cover
Love a moment when you can make the medical equipment cute! Washable so you can get good use out of them.
Best Reusable G-Tube Pads – Leak-Proof & Comfortable Protection
whether it's for socks, or those cute gtube pads and trach bibs, these make it so much easier to keep track of it all in the laundry!
Mesh Laundry Bag
For the excess of cords that I know you have! When you're not using some DME, wrap it up with on of these. Better yet, wrap the cord and fasten it to the equipment itself. Make it easier to keep track of which plug goes to what!
Velcro Cable Ties: Electronics
A great option to make a days batch of formula. Very easy to use, and mixes well.
Formula Mixer
Bit of a splurge, but an incredible addition to a medical family. All the appointments readily available for the team to see. Know what therapist is coming at what time. Know what appointment is where on what day. A great peace of mind.
Electronic Wall Calendar
Good storage solution with the ability to separate and organize things. I've seen IPVs, CAs, and even CPT machines fit in these cubbies!
Cubby Storage
These are great for repositioning and they are pretty good at staying put. I love that they don't slip around much.
Triangle Foam Wedge
I really am a sucker for good storage and utilizing small spaces.
Medical Storage Box
When the independence strikes! An amazing milestone, these are great aids for along the way.
Special Needs Daily Living Utensils & Holders
Another aid to guide for independence. Its frustrating when our food runs away from us! This traps the food, allowing for our kiddos to scoop or poke the food much easier.
Plate Guards For Eating
Always post one on the outside of your door! Safety first and an easy and quick warning to any visitors.
Oxygen Sign
Another rec that we don't really want to think about. An absolute “in case of emergency” that gives quick insight the situation at hand if there is ever an accident.
Medical Alert Bumper Sticker | Medically Fragile Child on Board Vinyl Decal ...
Our non-verbal kiddos need us to speak up for them, but what about in an emergency when we aren't available? These come in handy. One on a car seat, the stroller, the diaper bag, the to-go bag. Anywhere and everywhere.
Car Seat Tags