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Medical parent necessities!

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I’m a medical Mom of two kids - Heart and GI and I hope this list will help my fellow medical parents out there!
 
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A must have for needles, iv’s, labs, etc! It really works!!
Buzzy Injection Pain Relief Device, Vibrating Ice Pack
 
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Most hospitals will have this but outpatient labs won’t. This helps a lot for shots and iv infusions!
Gebauer's Instant Ice Topical Skin Spray
 
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Assorted soft character blankets! They bring comfort in the hospital and help kids feel safer.
Jay Franco Minecraft Plush Throw Blanket 46x60
 
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These are great for belly aches, sore body parts as well as prepping arms for iv’s!
PrimaCare PHP-45 Instant Heat Pack, 4x5, 24ct
 
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You never know when these might come in handy…
PHSZZ 40 Pack 1000ml Leak Resistant Vomit Bags
 
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Write important info down in one place!
Personal Health Record Keeper and Logbook
 
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Keep track of everyone’s medical records and paperwork!
SKYDUE 8 Pockets Accordion File Organizer, Pack of 4
 
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Light weight duffel for hospital stays
Vera Bradley Women's Performance Twill Large
 
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Large tote to bring to appointments and procedures! It doesn’t have to be this exact one but needs to be able to hold snacks, toys, paperwork, etc.
Vera Bradley Women's Cotton Vera Tote Bag
 
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Long phone chargers!
iPhone 17/16/15 Fast Charger 20W USB-C 10FT
 
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I know that not everyone loves screens but for long appointment days, this can be a life saver.
iPad 11-inch (A16)
 
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Our hospital does “bravery beads” and I absolutely love this idea all medical kids. When they do something medical related, they get a bead for being brave!
JOICEE 480PCS Fruit Flower Polymer Clay Beads Kit
 
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I’m not going to lie, we usually do bigger prizes than this but if your hospital or facility doesn’t have prizes, a prize kit is good to have on hand for hard things!
Party Favors for Kids 8-12, 150-Pack Fidget Toys
 
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Good to have as an activity option while waiting!
2 Pack Sketch Book & 36 Color Pencil Set, 9x12
 
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Mess free activity while you wait!
Cra-Z-Art Mini Magna Doodle Drawing Board
 
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We have a Crohn’s kiddo. Iykyk but these are great in general. Especially for kids who aren’t used to using toilet paper at home.
Amazon Basics Adult Flushable Wet Wipes, 126 Ct
 
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You never know when this might come in handy!
Wakeman Pop Up Changing Tent 3.3x3.3x6.2ft
 
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One of the best purchases we ever made! When you have to go on the road, this makes it easy and if you have a child with GI issues, you need this!
Kohree Portable 5.3 Gal Camping Toilet
 
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Hospitals are germy and sanitizer doesn’t kill norovirus. We like to have these on hand in case!
Soap Paper Sheets 400 Mini Portable Travel
 
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When you don’t want to carry a whole bottle of sanitizer with you, these are great!
Care Touch Hand Sanitizing Wipes
 
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These are our go to masks for adults and kids. They come in sizes XS-XL and they always keep us safe from viruses and other sickness. We do add ear adjusters from Amazon for a tighter fit!
BreatheTeq KN95 Lavender Purple Non-Medical Face Mask 10-pack
 
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IV zip hoodie for easy access and comfort!
Youth IV Zip Hoodie
 
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Another iv access hoodie option!
Youth IV Access Hoodies & sweatshirts: Zippered Sleeves, (4T, Youth XS-XXL)
 
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Home test to rule out what’s causing illness! Flowflex is the best.
Flowflex Plus RSV + Flu A/B + COVID 4-in-1 Test
 
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We go through snacks like crazy!
CRAVEBOX Snacks Variety Pack 45 Count
 
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The medicine syringes you get from the pharmacy are the worst.
EZY DOSE Kids Oral Syringe 10mL BPA Free
 
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We always have this on hand for adults and kids.
Vaseline Petroleum Jelly Original 3 Count 13oz
 
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Good to have on hand!
McKesson Instant Cold Packs 5x7 24 Pack
 
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Great fidgets for parents and adults if we’re being honest! Just keep it away from carpet or fabric furniture…🫠
Crazy Aaron's Putty Mini Tins 3-Pack Set
 
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Travel size magna tile set!
Mini Magnetic Tiles Travel Set 30pcs for Kids
 
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Need little masks for tiny kids? These are great!
KN95 3D Face Mask | Comfort 3D Fit, Adjustable Ear Loops
 
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Easy on and off for weight/height checks. My kids don’t like “real” crocs because of the little bumps on the bottom. These are like waves.
Rugged Shark Toddler & Big Boys Eva Clogs - Walmart.com
 
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For really little kids that need a distraction, these are great!
ArtCreativity Spinning Light Up Toy Wand
 
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Donate to a good cause and get a beautiful bracelet in the process!
Hope- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
 
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This stroller has a 75lb weight limit and we’ve used it almost like a wheelchair for our IBD child. If you’ve ever had to wait for a wheelchair to leave, you know that’s no fun. There are also times where his belly hurts too much to walk and this hel...
Joovy Zoom360 Ultralight Jogging Stroller Black
 
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So we can continue to fight the medical system and insurance companies. Funny not funny. 🙃
Allura & Arcia 52 Stress Less & Self Care Cards
 
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Cute and comfy for those long medical days!
Comfort Colors® Advocate Like a Mother Shirt, Empowering Mom TShirt, Teacher Advocacy Tee, Graphic Tee, Women's Shirt, Oversized Trendy Tee