Nursing in Barrow

During nursing visits with families, the relationship with parents is weighted with clients being on the receiving end of information about immunizations, developmental stages, nutrition, safe practices and resources.   I always enjoy the appointments and endeavor to make them fun for my little clients as well as relaxing for their parents.   With time constraints in mind,I normally offer warm greetings, assess, give education and resources, immunize, blow bubbles, give stickers and new toothbrushes and when opening the door, say with a sincere smile “I’ll send a post card when the next immunizations are due.   It was really good seeing you all…have a great rest of your day...”   I’ve found parents to be very receptive during visits but somewhat shy when seeing most of them out in the community.   Something has shifted though and I’m being greeted with smiles and eye contact when seeing parents at the airport, at community events and when shopping for groceries.   It’s pretty wonderfu