There are few things as intense as an inpatient stay with your child. The pressure is on, the anxiety is at an all-time high, and the hypervigilance is ever present. And honestly? It doesn’t even matter if it’s a planned observation or an emergency situation, it’s still so stressful. In this episode, I talk through the whole experience of hospital stays with Alyssa Nutile and Larisa Bothma. We discuss experiences and thoughts shared from the community, as we cover topics like the lack of food and sleep, the triggers that are all over the hospital, the difficulties that continue as we come home, and so much more. Plus, we cover those existential questions that come up during hospital stays... like if this might be the one we don’t all come home from, and how those around us can help out during a hospital stay. If your child has ever had a hospital stay, this episode is going to be so relatable. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Links: Get tickets to a special screening of The Zebra and The Bear just for The Rare Life listeners! Get our packing list here! Listen to our episode about when your child is inpatient during events and holidays. Join The Rare Life newsletter and never miss an update! Fill out our contact form to join upcoming discussion groups! Follow Alyssa on Instagram @caffeinated_caregivers! Follow Larisa on Instagram @sarmabothma! Follow us on Instagram @the_rare_life! Donate to the podcast or Contact me about sponsoring an episode. Follow the Facebook page. Join the Facebook group Parents of Children with Rare Conditions. Access the transcript on the website here. And if you love this podcast, please leave us a rating or review in your favorite podcast app!