A friend of mine is collecting items for the Pediatric Heart Unit at Medical City Children’s Hospital in Dallas. I have committed to donating some of the new Avon baby and children items, and I wanted to reach out to see if any of you would be interested in either doing the same or donating other items on the list. Plus, all of your donations will be reported to Champions For Kids for their Spin Into Action campaign with Kid’s Spinbrush, which means your donation will be matched, up to 1000 items, by a fun toothbrush for children in need! The blog that is collecting these items is also willing to list you as a donor and link to your website, if applicable. Many people don’t realize how many items aren’t provided by the hospital, items that help these sick and recovering babies and children stay comfortable and get better! Here’s a few of the needed items: · WubbaNubs :: These pacifiers with connected stuffed animals are great for babies recovering for surgery, as they are often too weak to suck hard enough to keep a pacifier in their mouths. These little animals help keep the pacifier in place for when baby is ready to suck. Since pacifiers help these babies feel comfortable though pain, the WubbaNubs are a pretty hot necessity. · DVDs :: DVDs are a great distraction and boredom buster for these bed-ridden children. While they have a fairly large selection, they are missing many highly requested movies, including the Disney classics, Disney Princess movies, and the most requested: Cars. · Spinbrush Toothbrushes :: Come to find out, the Spinbrush products are actually wonderful for the toddlers and up for many reasons. First, the children are able to take control of their health and get back into the practice of caring for themselves, which is very important. Second, brushing teeth is an activity that nurses can use to get the children to sit up out of bed. Third, the thick handles are easier for weak, post-surgery hands to hold and operate, causing less frustration. You can find coupons and more information on Spinbrush’s website. · Baby Leg Warmers, Socks, and Mittens :: Many of the babies in the Heart Unit came straight from delivery. With all the tubes and cords, they are unable to wear clothing, yet they still get cold. Baby Legs function to add warmth without hindering the medical equipment. · Quality Bubbles :: Bubbles are not only fun for the kids, they are actually very beneficial to healing as it gets the children to take a deep breath and expel air. The cheap-o bubbles are often watered down and can be frustrating to the children, so make sure you are getting quality bubbles. · Lullaby CDs :: The Lullaby CDs are a great tool to help children and babies stay comfortable and sleep a little better. · Newborn Headbands :: This item makes me want to cry. Newborn size headbands with flowers and bows are needed items, as many parents fear that the first time their baby meets family and friends may also be their last, and they are concerned that their baby looks as pretty as possible, despite all the tubes and cords. · Clip-on Mobiles :: Since most of the babies are not in regular cribs, traditional mobiles aren’t always an option. Mobiles that can clip on to the surgical lights overhead are a hot item. · Underwear :: Many of the children that end up in the Heart Unit come from the Emergency Room, with nothing but the clothes they came in. With nothing but a hospital gown on, children can feel uncomfortable or embarrassed. · General Toys :: Toys are always popular in the Heart Unit. For example, the one plastic doll house is a much requested item. · Crayons, Glue, Scissors, Markers, Dry Erase Markers (washable, scent free), etc. :: Craft supplies are always needed. There is often a shortage of crayons and glue. These art supplies are also used by nurses to help children portray their feelings and even communicate when unable to speak. · Treasure Box Goodies :: It is difficult for the nurses to get children up and walking, so there is a treasure box with high-quality toys to reward children who get out and roaming the hallways. Since these items aren’t shared, there is a little more flexibility in what you can give, but the hospital likes to keep quality items in this box to make sure there is ample incentive. Thank you for taking the time to read this, and thank you in advance for your consideration.
Posted on: Mon, 22 Jul 2013 18:38:36 +0000
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