Upopolis: The Podcast
Upopolis has been connecting youth with critical and chronic illnesses for over 15 years with peer support and access to reliable medical information created with them in mind. Now Upopolis also supports the user's siblings, youth navigating grief, and youth of adult patients. Listen along as the Upopolis Child Life shares resources, research, and interviews that highlight the experiences and expertise of youth and professionals and organizations that work alongside all these youth.
Upopolis: The Podcast
Episode 3: Parenting during a world pandemic with a unique lens
Join Upopolis podcast host Krista Naugler for a conversation with three fellow child life specialists, who also happen to be the parents of youth ages 6-17 years. These four mothers share their experiences parenting during a world pandemic (aka COVID-19) with the unique lens of being a child life specialist. The interview covers tips, strategies, temperament, grief, and more. Thank you to Sarah Patterson, Laura Breau, and Jessica Miller for joining the podcast for episode 3.
Resources:
- “Coronavirus: How to Teach your Kids about COVID-19” by BrainPop on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoXxmzKdick&t=94s
- “Flattening the Curve” by BrainPop News on YouTube (explaining what ‘flattening the Curve” means was very helpful to Tristan.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlt8hgGh1-k
- “Back to School, How to Prepare for the 2020 School Year” by BrainPop on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrEDX1HV1U8&t=53s
