I am so proud to be a Baylor Bear!! I am approaching finals of the first semester of sophomore year. I could not be more grateful to be apart of such an amazing school and community. The support of the students and faculty are astounding. I continue to grow spiritually, emotionally, and academically!
I found the most encouraging photo of my future profession! I was researching the Child Life Council webpage and came across this picture of medical play. Perfect example of how to explain medical procedures on a child’s level of comprehension. Using play toys is a perfect way of introducing a possibly frightening procedure.
Encouraging example of the Child Life Specialist Profession!
For more information and pictures go to www.childlife.org
For my Child Development class at Baylor University, our lab requirement is to volunteer with children in a developmental setting. I chose the South Waco Recreation Center. I work with children ranging from 1st to 6th grade. These children are usually from underprivileged Waco families. I assist them with their homework and interactive activities. We play games encouraging quick thinking, communication, and development of gross and fine motor skills.
I attended our weekly service opportunity today! I was able to mentor to children in a poor neighborhood here in Waco. They were so spirited and grateful! We lead them in games encouraging communication, physical activity, and mental stimulation. I love working with those kiddos!
I am possibly working at the YMCA daycare this summer! I think it would be a great opportunity and prepare me even more for Child Life. I would be a daycare manager, overseeing all the children’s activities! Cannot wait to see where this opportunity takes me!
I recently applied for an internship at the Texans Children’s Hospital. This is the perfect kind of hospital I hope to work at once I graduate. They have an outstanding Child Life program and because they a children’s specialized hospital, they have a great need for child life specialists. Hoping I meet the requirements and am able to participate in this great internship opportunity!!