Beyond The Tube: Real Stories, Real Support

Ep4: Supporting Medically Complex Kids with Play Therapy

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What if the key to helping your medically complex child feel safe, confident, and understood… was play?

In this episode, I’m joined by child therapist Belinda Baxter to explore the power of play therapy, especially for little ones navigating medical trauma, tube transitions, speech delays, and big emotions they can’t yet explain.

Belinda breaks down how play therapy works, what it actually looks like in a session, and why it’s so effective for kids who struggle to express themselves with words. We also unpack my own journey with Ezra, and how play therapy has helped him not only face tough hospital procedures, but start to name and share how he really feels.

You’ll walk away from this one with hope, insight, and plenty of practical ideas, whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or professional working with kids.

We’re building a community here – one story at a time – and I’m so glad you’re along for the ride.

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