The child who is having surgery will require your full attention, rooms have limited space and there are several areas where young children are not allowed for safety reasons. There is no baby food or formula available on the ambulatory care unit because there are now so many different varieties – it is best to serve your baby what he or she likes best.įinally, please make alternate child care plans for your other children for the day of surgery.
It is recommended to have at least 2 servings – children are often very hungry after not eating for several hours pre-procedure. We want your child to feel comforted and as secure as possible.įor infants and babies, bring your child’s preferred formula and baby food for post-procedure. Security blankets, stuffed toys, or favorite small (non-electric) toys can accompany your child into the operating room. Hospital gowns are also available for children to wear. Older children and teens may wear loose fitting sweatpants, lounge pants or pajamas. Avoid metal snaps, zippers or anything constricting. It is best to have your child wear loose fitting 2 piece clothing without “feet” attached. Many children prefer their own pajamas or clothing. This is all necessary to ensure the safest environment possible for your child. Remove any jewelry, piercings, cosmetics or nail polish.
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Be sure hair is completely dry and free of gels or hairspray before going to the hospital. Do not use any lotions, powders, hair gel or hair spray. You may give your child a shower or bath the day before or day of surgery. To ensure you child’s safety in regards to anesthesia, it is important to follow these instructions. If your child does eat food during this time, it will cause a delay in his/her surgery time and compromise his/her safety. Clear fluids are allowed up to 2 hours before you child’s admission time, and include drinks like apple juice, water, Pedialyte, or Gatorade.
On the day of surgery, your child should not have anything to eat after midnight.
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