Pill Swallowing: Tips from a Child Life Specialist (Available in Spanish)

Struggling to help your child learn how to swallow pills? You’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to be stressful. In this video, Child Life Specialist Alyssa Pettingill walks parents through fun, practical techniques for teaching pill swallowing at home, including creative tools like candy progression, fruit roll-up tricks, and the “Fishbowl Method.” Whether your child has medical anxiety, sensory needs, or just hasn’t mastered the skill yet, this guide offers gentle strategies that build confidence without pressure.

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