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“Love this podcast. I really appreciate the diversity of the stories she brings on.”
californiadreaming123987465 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/24
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“I can’t say enough about the work and dedication that Katie has put into the podcast. From starting recording in the closet to where she is now is amazing. This podcast connects parents in ways that no one else has thought to. Such a valuable resource and positive light in a difficult world.”
P.K.T. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/24
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“I found this podcast through another kidney family, as our son had a kidney transplant. I love listening to other families share their stories, as they help you know you are not alone.”
HurleyMom33 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/24
“If you have any interest in supporting kid through health care experiences or through grief, I highly suggest this podcast. It is very easy listening. Katie, the host honors the families who share their stories, and the families offer such interesting and profound perspectives.”
LC CCLS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/24
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“This podcast is a winner, I love everything about it. Katie is an incredible host and the guests have amazing and important stories/insights to share. Highly recommend.”
AmyGrabein via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/24
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“I have been a Child Life Specialist for over seven years. I’ve been in the same hospital in the same unit, and it is easy to fall into a pattern of mundane routine. Katie’s podcast reminds me, again and again, of the endless WHY I chose child life as a career. The stories, the perspectives, the...”Read full review »
Candice Lave via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/24
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“Katie being such amazing perspective and stories to the podcast. This podcast is such a valuable resource for all parents who want to feel supported and informed. Parenting through challenges is hard, but we don’t have to do it alone.”
Catia H Holm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/24
“With a wealth of experience and lots of guests on the show with wisdom in their areas of expertise or personal experience, you’re guaranteed to walk away from this podcast better than it found you.”
Childlifewildlife via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/24
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“As a parent of a child with a medical complexity and rare diagnosis as well as a “neurotypical” child, I can truly say this podcast is just what ALL families need (in my opinion). The podcast is diverse and dynamic in what it covers and who is on the podcast.
I believe Katie empowers people to...”Read full review »
Kate Kostolansky via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/24
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“This creation is a place of information and affirmation. As a mom who has struggled with my children’s medical needs and emotions, I appreciate what Katie has worked to provide. I distinctly remember in the beginning of my sons diagnosis wanting to ask another mom how they handled things. What a...”Read full review »
BritnyF via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/23
“Katie and her podcast have been a breathe of fresh air. I love hearing strategies about how I can help my son cope with all he has to experience. It’s so nice to not feel alone and Katie makes that possible through this podcast!”
the.andie.t via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/23
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“Interesting and unique!! As a child life student, hearing real life stories on this pod have let me apply content in real time. I love that this gives families a voice and a space to share while letting students and professionals learn more about how to help!”
2000hi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/23
“I love the CLOC podcast as it addresses things I relate to as a parent, caregiver and professional seeking to improve the hospital
Experience. Katie is so knowledgeable and her guests are so interesting to listen to!”
AYLevi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/23
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“This information is so important!!! As a clinician, I am so thankful that Katie is sharing this expertise with the world. As a parent, I want to know every last detail!”
Katie Hamlin-Pacheco via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/23
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“We need more podcasts like this!”
qlxhfiwomfnujsnef via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“One of my most favorite things about this podcast is that so many of the episodes focus on insight from the parent’s perspective! I particularly value those that focus on parents of children with disabilities, both congenital and acquired. I use them regularly as assigned listening for a graduate...”Read full review »
ChristineMarcoux via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“This podcast is just what families need! Learning about emotionally safe ways to handle the stressors that come with having a child hospitalized is so necessary. This podcast empowers people to advocate for their families in a way they may never have learned otherwise.”
Nat35! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“As a student, this is a really helpful tool to refresh and sharpen my skills… Going into my professional career I will carry the stories and lessons learned through the podcast, and Katie has great first-hand perspective of Child Life and the Child life profession.”
ChildlifeStudent AH via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“I’ve listened in on this podcast a few times as a child life student looking to learn more about how child life plays a role in different medical journeys. Listening to the perspectives of parents and healthcare professionals is helpful and informative. It is definitely a great tool to have...”Read full review »
laurenlski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“Katie is so eloquent and thoughtful when communicating with, about, and to patient and family’s experiences in this podcast. I appreciate her perspective and determination to better patient and family experiences through the lens of a child life specialist, promoting emotional safety!”
reghanderson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“Child life on call is the child life resource everyone wishes they had! As a student, the advice has been so helpful in filling out and submitting my internship applications. I’m excited to continue learning :)”
AlexThomsen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“Absolutely love listening to these! As a fellow CCLS it gives me so much joy to hear about others journeys.”
Gabby Egan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/23
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“She is so inspiring and knowledgable about child life! I just recently found a love for this industry and I’m so glad I have her to mentor me in this journey :)”
Halledetweiler via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/22/23
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“Love this podcast! It has helped me immensely in my new role as a CLS! Keep the episodes coming please! Thank you for everything you do!”
71sc via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/29/23
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“So great to hear you ask Dianne about her son’s perspective and experience with neurofeedback. It was also heart warming to hear you express how you noticed Dianne’s confidence and how mission driven she is.”
Meggrissom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/27/23
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“A beautifully crafted podcast with profound and compassionate storytelling. Katie’s relatable stories create a heartfelt connection, while serving as a beacon of hope and strength. - Ash & The Capsho Team”
AshCapsho via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/23
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“I am a parent of a medically complex child. We’ve experienced very long hospitalizations. We’ve consistently had private duty nurses, therapies, specialty doctor appointments for the last 6.5 years. This podcast is a wonderful place to learn more about advocating, interventions, and support for...”Read full review »
Rhandyllorae via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/16/23
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“I am an IVF and NICU mama. I found Child Life on Call when I searched gtubes / feeding aversions as my daughter has a gtube due to a feeding aversion. I haven’t looked back since - I love to hear these stories and learn. Katie’s voice is so relaxing.”
AndreaKhrystyne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/23
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“Awesome podcast for Child Life students. I’m learning so much! Thank you!”
RobynML via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/22
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“My 4 yr old son. My only son was recently diagnosed with Wilms Tumor. I was devastated. I don’t know where our family would be our CLS. From the chemo duck she used to explain to our son what cancer is and what he could expect to just being there physically emotionally and mentally. I’d love to...”Read full review »
Nsharp1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/22
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“Listening to this podcast over the years has helped fuel my passion to keep aiming towards being a child life specialist. I appreciate all the shares and the hard questions being asked. Thank you!”
hphilly:) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/21
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“Thank you for producing this podcast! As a medical mama it brings so much warmth to my heart to hear from others going through similar experiences. It’s given me new perspective many times. Thank you!”
Alexandra Emory via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/21
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“Absolutely loved the latest podcast on how to explain death and dying to children. I’m a new CCLS working in the PICU and felt very validated in the way I have been discussing death and dying with families. I also feel more comfortable advocating for developmentally appropriate ways to explain...”Read full review »
Molly,CCLS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/09/21
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“I love this podcast so much. Katie is an amazing interviewer, and makes listening intriguing and light hearted. My favorite episode so far was Shani’s story. Hearing about her journey as a mom trying to find help for her two sons, and ultimately getting an ADHD diagnosis, was incredibly helpful. ...”Read full review »
Sample Mom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/21
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“I’ve been a CCLS for over 20 years and finding this podcasts has been a tremendous new resource for me. The parent stories and their perspective is invaluable! I’ve started taking notes during the podcasts to make sure I remember all of the little tips, phrases, websites and ideas. Thank you...”Read full review »
fhfjjfj via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/21
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“This podcast exudes Information that is comfortably swaddled in genuine love for kids and families in need. Can’t recommend this enough if you’re a care giver, a parent or a human being that wants to learn more about what children and their families embark on in health challenges.”
ErinMRN via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/21
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“Such a great listen!!”
agd111 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/21
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“This helps me understand the experiences I had when my daughter was really sick for two years. Also the challenges I had raising neurodivers children. When I was in it I had to just do it. I feel like now the processing of those experiences is hitting me. Your podcasts helps soo much. I wish I...”Read full review »
CeceGregoroski via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
01/12/21
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“Whether you are a child life student, parent, or someone who just stumbled upon this podcast, you will fall in love. As a child life student, listening to this podcast has expanded my knowledge and understanding of the needs of families and pediatric patients, medical conditions, and advocacy. It...”Read full review »
hufflepuff777777 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/20
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“Very informative and helpful. Definitely an extended support system.
-RMK”
Charity51 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/20
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“powerful message INSPIRING to ALL!
No Limits!”
orders everything online via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/20
“This is an inspiring story for all, those of us with children and even those of us who face our own personal challenges in life! What a great way to approach any challenge; positive and consistent and innovative in a world in which we think we have tried it all already- so motivating. Thank you...”Read full review »
frijolmama via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/20
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“Loved listening to this story and all the efforts put into working towards getting Ryan to his healthiest self. Seems so simple to take a step back and look at someone as a child vs a chid w/Down syndrome- but so easy to get caught up on the initial diagnosis. I know with the support of his...”Read full review »
schenk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/20
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“This story is so inspiring! I love how the way this family thought outside the box applies to not only Down syndrome! So many things to learn!”
so inspiring #nolimits via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/20
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“This is a great message: don’t accept limits; there are always ways to improve if you’re persistent, open to new ideas, and positive. Thanks to this Incredible Mom for sharing her motivating story!”
Dad o' 3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/20
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“This mom thinks outside of the box to achieve what is best for her son’s diagnosis. Anyone can benefit from this episode for any diagnosis. Keep up the good work Ryan and Maura!”
buckleysmom7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/20
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“Maura’s story has an empowering and hopeful message for EVERYONE regardless of individual circumstances. Her experiences with her son’s medical diagnosis highlight the power of our mindset in the process of healing and healthy living. Through meditation, thinking beyond traditional methods and a...”Read full review »
pceluvhope via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/20
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