17/07/2026
Before you leave the hospitalβ¦ π₯β¨
The operation may be over, but good recovery starts with knowing what comes next.
Before you head home, make sure you know:
π How to manage pain (what to give, when to give it, and for how long)
π©Ή How to care for the wound and what is normal healing
πΏ Bathing, swimming and activity restrictions
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When your follow-up appointment is and what to expect
π Who to contact if you have questions during office hours
π¨ What to do after hours or in an emergency
Clear discharge instructions donβt just reduce anxietyβthey help children recover more comfortably and help parents feel confident caring for them at home.
Every family should leave hospital feeling informed, prepared and supported. π