My name is Francesca Kizer, Child Life Specialist at Women's & Children's Hospital, and Child
Life has been a part of my life since I was 14 years old, when I was treated
for an abdominal tumor.
The part of my
hospitalization that I remember the most was when I worked with my Child Life
Specialist. She helped me to understand
why I was there, gave me fun things to do, and prepared me for any procedures,
while clarifying any misconceptions I had.
I knew from the day I left the hospital, that I would one day become
certified and devote my time to helping other children and their families during
their time at the hospital.
