How can massage help a seriously ill baby in hospital? When a baby is hospitalised, it can be so overwhelming and confronting to see them covered in all the lines, tubes, wires and medical equipment. I asked Judith from Touching Moments a few questions, and she has very kindly revealed just how baby massage can help forge […]
Here is our list of great kids books about hospital. This is by no means a comprehensive list, so make sure you pop your favourites in the comments below. We absolutely adore books in our house, they are read every day and often help the kids to navigate difficult and important times. Books are also a […]
If you’re looking for something special for a little one in hospital this Easter, look no further than the Cocooned Easter gift guide for kids in hospital. Our gift guide includes lots of little (chocolate free) gift ideas from the youngest to the oldest kids, and even the mums and dads. Of course we are […]
Well it’s been a little over a week now since we emerged from our cocoon! We have been overwhelmed by the wonderfully supportive and positive response from this community. It has taken us a little while to get to this point, however there have been some amazing people behind us all the way. After launching, […]
It’s wonderful to have so many families stepping forward to share their stories and help support other families when caring for a child in hospital. It’s even more wonderful to have a father share his story too. This week Jason shares his experiences with his wife Nikkita and their son Ari who was born with Hypoplastic […]
This month, we have another story about caring for a child in hospital. Kate Payne from Yoga Mamas, contributed to a post we had about the benefits of Yoga during times of stress and anxiety. Kate spent time in hospital with her son Cobi as a newborn as a result of a condition called vasa […]
The healing qualities of music are not a new discovery, however its use in children’s hospitals across Australia, identifies the crucial role it continues to play across both treatment and rehabilitation. Doctor Catherine Crock, founder of the Hush Foundation, recognised this more than a decade ago. The Hush Foundation is an Australian charity transforming the culture of healthcare through the […]
When I was in high school, I got my first real part-time job at a Garden Centre. While my friends were working in supermarkets or fast food restaurants, I got to hang out in fresh air with flowers. I loved it! I learnt many lessons in that job, which I kept after high school and throughout […]
Finding short-term, flexible childcare for siblings of a child who is being cared for in hospital, is often a very difficult task for families in this situation. It’s not always easy (or pleasant) to try and entertain and occupy children during hospital stays, or even doctors appointments. It’s also not unusual for families to be situated […]
A few months ago, I was in Newcastle NSW visiting family. I picked up a copy of the local newspaper, and read an article about a woman called Kim Oakhill, who had started a small business after bearing witness to a friends’ terrible loss. The seemingly simple idea of Helpful Love, made so much sense […]
