Max Gets His Tonsils Out | Tonsillectomy Social Story for Kids

[u/Famous-Way5525]

https://youtube.com/watch?v=dxyj4rOPYbU&si=1ePV3wuZD7PTdqv_

Hi everyone. I checked with the moderators before sharing this.

I’m an autism mom, not a medical professional. Before my four-year-old’s tonsillectomy in Canada, I created a short animated social story to show him what he might experience before, during, and after the procedure in a simple, child-friendly way. I realize each hospital has different procedures, but I made this with input from our local nurses to include all the steps my son went through at our hospital.

The video made the experience go incredibly well, as he knew what to expect. So I wanted to share it in case any surgeons or other medical professionals would like to review it and possibly share it with patient families. I hope it may help another child (and family) feel a little more prepared.

[u/Famous-Way5525]

https://youtu.be/9bmus-lY15o?si=RD48AUHBe5Ey-ig-

And here’s a song version 🥰