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

Cindy and Gavin share about their son Ryan and his battle with Osteosarcoma. Cindy shares about how she created a Case for Smiles to help her cope with Ryan's diagnosis. Gavin brings the perspective of dad and professional and shares how he started a new position at the Hospital his son was being treated at the very same day as a diagnosis. They openly share the ups and downs of their journey and how Ryan's legacy lives on today. [3:16] Introducing their family [5;34] A bike accident lead to the shocking diagnosis [6:26] Going into remission [7:00] Gavin begins a new job as a CFO the same day they got the Osteosarcoma diagnosis [8:30] Diagnosis day [9:30] Bedside Manner of Pediatrician [10:26] Balance between hospital and home [13:32] Being open with Ryan during his treatment [15:38] Ryan learned how to golf during his treatment period [18:03] Cindy shares about how she made a pillowcase for Ryan to make each stay more comfortable [19:50] Finding out Ryan was terminal [21:30] Case of Smiles being formed after