How to give injections to children

No one likes injections, but they are an inevitable part of our lives. Even though many adults are afraid of injections, children need injections when they get vaccinations, blood tests, and some daily medical care. However, many children have a fear of injections. So, what should parents do to prevent their children from being afraid of injections?

1. How to use emotional coaching

Emotion coaching is all about accepting and naming children’s feelings. Parents need to acknowledge that they know their children are very afraid of injections and not say anything discouraging to their children just because they are afraid of injections. Or they deliberately minimized the injection.

2. Be careful not to exacerbate children’s fear of injections

Parents should avoid making their children more afraid of injections. Unless there is absolutely no other way, they should not prevent their children from getting injections. Don't show too much interest in your children's fears. Parents just need to intervene briefly and explain to their children what the situation is like in a low-key way.

3. Try some simple methods first

If parents give their children something they like, then children may accept injections, and if this method is effective, then parents can try it. At the same time, parents can also divert their children's attention by telling them jokes or using other methods when they are getting injections.

4. Teach children some ways to overcome fear

Parents can teach children how to use their imagination to help them stay calm and confident when getting an injection. When children are getting injections, parents can ask them to imagine that they will be able to walk away with a lollipop after the injection.

It is a little difficult to get children to accept injections, but parents must be patient at this time and not scare their children. Otherwise, it will make the child more frightened. I never get injections again because it has become a psychological trauma for me. Once it becomes a psychological shadow, it will be more serious than fear of injections. Parents should be responsible for their children and help them overcome their weaknesses. Parents are the most reliable support for their children when they need it most.