Child Life On Call: Parents Of Children With An Illness Or Medical Condition Share Their Stories With A Child Life Specialist

“If you have a question, ask it. You are the parent, you need to know” -  Jessica Siddi-Sewart  How can medical parents use their experiences to promote action and advocacy? As a child life specialist, I know that there is not one "normal" or "best" reaction for a parent when their child receives a medical diagnosis. Today's guest, Jessica Siddi-Sewart and she helps us reflect on the different stages parents go through when facing a medical diagnosis for their child. She is also a mother of three, a paralegal, and a business owner. I had the pleasure of meeting Jessica during our time at the American Academy of Pediatrics Conference this past October and was instantly drawn to her products and knew I wanted her to join me on the Child Life On Call podcast. Her company Puffaluffs Inc. was inspired by a personal experience with one of her sons.  After giving birth at 28 weeks, a NICU stay, and a long and emotional journey to receiving a diagnosis, Jessica still found a way to make meaning and give back. For Je