When the Doctor's Office Feels Hard to Face
When something feels hard at home or at school, I already know how to pause and breathe. Taking a moment for myself is something I practice and do. My family and teachers have noticed this strength in me.
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Sammy's bedroom
I Know How to Breathe
When things feel hard, I can breathe. I take breaks at home. I take breaks at school. People notice this good thing about me.
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car park outside a medical clinic
The Clinic Can Feel Uncertain
Sometimes my family takes me to a clinic for a doctor's visit. Medical appointments can feel very uncertain — there are unfamiliar sounds, smells, and things I cannot predict. When something feels this hard, my body sometimes wants to leave and escape. This feeling of wanting a break from something overwhelming is something many people experience.
Sometimes my family takes me to a clinic for a doctor's visit. Medical appointments can feel very uncertain — there are unfamiliar sounds, smells, and things I cannot predict. When something feels this hard, my body sometimes wants to leave and escape. This feeling of wanting a break from something overwhelming is something many people experience.
The Clinic Feels Hard
My family takes me to the doctor. The clinic has new sounds and smells. My body sometimes wants to leave. Many people feel this way.
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clinic waiting room
It Is Okay to Find This Hard
It is okay to feel nervous or uncomfortable when arriving at a medical appointment. The doctor and nurses understand that visits feel hard for some people. My family is there to help me through the parts that feel like too much. Asking for a calm moment or a short break during a visit is something people do.
It is okay to feel 
nervous or uncomfortable when arriving at a medical appointment. The doctor and nurses understand that visits feel hard for some people. My family is there to help me through the parts that feel like too much. Asking for a calm moment or a short break during a visit is something people do.
nervous or uncomfortable when arriving at a medical appointment. The doctor and nurses understand that visits feel hard for some people. My family is there to help me through the parts that feel like too much. Asking for a calm moment or a short break during a visit is something people do. Feeling Nervous Is Okay
It is okay to feel nervous. The doctor understands. My family can help. I can ask for a break.
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clinic hallway outside the exam room
A Moment to Breathe Helps
A moment to breathe helps my body feel calm again. The doctor's team knows that some patients need a little extra time. I can try asking for a calm moment when a visit starts to feel overwhelming.
A moment to breathe helps my body feel calm again. The doctor's team knows that some patients need a little extra time. I can try asking for a calm moment when a visit starts to feel overwhelming.
breathe helps my body feel calm again. The doctor's team knows that some patients need a little extra time. I can try asking for a calm moment when a visit starts to feel overwhelming. Breathing Helps Me Calm Down
Breathing helps me feel calm. The doctor's team is patient. I can try asking for a break.
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doctor's exam room
My Team Helps Me Stay
My family and the doctor work together to help me feel safe during the visit. When I ask for a moment, a nurse or my family stays close by. Breathing slowly helps my body settle so the appointment can continue. The doctor is patient and waits while I gather my calm.
My family and the doctor work together to help me feel safe during the visit. When I ask for a moment, a nurse or my family stays close by. Breathing slowly helps my body settle so the appointment can continue. The doctor is patient and waits while I gather my calm.
My Family and Doctor Help Me
My family and doctor help me stay. I breathe slowly. The doctor waits. I feel calmer.
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outside the clinic, walking toward the car
Something Hard — Faced and Done
Getting through a doctor's visit — even a hard one — shows real strength. My family feels proud of the effort it takes to stay and face something difficult. Each appointment is another chance to grow in staying calm under pressure. I am becoming someone who knows how to help myself through hard moments.
Getting through a doctor's visit — even a hard one — shows real strength. My family feels proud of the effort it takes to stay and face something difficult. Each appointment is another chance to grow in staying calm under pressure. I am becoming someone who knows how to help myself through hard moments.
I Did It!
I got through the doctor's visit. My family is proud. I am getting better at staying calm. Doctor visits are getting easier.
adult Let's take a breath
Breathe in...
Take a moment. You can take some slow, deep breaths when you feel ready.
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