Getting Ready for My Hernia Surgery (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798893181265)

Is your little one getting ready for hernia surgery? Are they feeling a little nervous?

Written by a board-certified anesthesiologist with over 15 years of experience, Getting Ready for My Hernia Surgery is a comforting and interactive guide that helps children understand what will happen before, during, and after surgery.

Through simple language, fun comparisons (like balloons and stress balls!), and engaging activities, this book transforms a scary experience into one your child can approach with courage and confidence.

Inside, kids will discover:

• What a hernia is and why it happens (in kid-friendly terms)
• What surgery day looks like-from check-in to "dreamland"
• How recovery works, including rest, healthy habits, and healing at home
• How parents, guardians, nurses, and doctors will be there every step of the way

The mission of this book is to provide your child with the following:

Learn what a hernia is and why it happens in simple, clear terms.

Understand what happens during hernia surgery (hint: dreamland) and how they can help to get better and stronger.

Empower your little one with their newfound knowledge.

Encourage your child to participate in their own healthcare.

Reduce their anxiety and fear about their hernia surgery.

Embrace their hernia surgery journey with more comfort, positivity, and confidence.

Perfect for families preparing little ones for hernia surgery under general anesthesia.