My children dislike the doctor’s office. Why? Because it’s associated with shots! Even if we’re going in for a check-up, I can sense their anxiety building up, and as a parent, it makes me feel bad. Doctors are good people!
I recently found out about a new product, one used to lessen the pain of fear and needles in young children: Buzzy.
I have never used Buzzy personally, but after reading the information behind the product, I’m sold! Buzzy provides natural pain relief by combining two neutral sensations, cold and vibration, to desensitize pain nerves. By following the directions, Buzzy can help reduce (and possibly eliminate) the pain from shots and/or the sting from medications.
On Friday, February 28 at 9PM cst, Join Buzzy’s creator, (also a pediatrician) Amy Baxter on ABC’s Shark Tank. Amy will be celebrating and talking about Buzzy, while discussing 5 ways every parent can eliminate needle fear.
Even better, a Buzzy twitter party will take place during Buzzy’s premiere on Shark Tank on Feburary 28th. Participate in the Twitter party for a chance to win a Kindle Fire and Buzzy products by using the hashtag #SharkBuzz.
Check out Buzzy’s website to learn how you can reduce the pain and fear of needles for your children and even yourself!
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post brought to you by Buzzy. All opinions stated are my own.
Thanks, Dawn! My son had a horrible experience with a “needle wielding fiend” when he was four. After that, he became afraid of any medical care. It was a huge deal for him, but Buzzy (and 12 years later) he no longer fears going to the doctor, or needles. Now we use Buzzy around the house mostly for splinters and mosquito bites! Thanks for the write up – and for sharing our story with your fans. About 60% of teens feel nothing with a flu shot, 84% of adults, so Buzzy alone definitely works better the older kids get. For younger kids, adding the DistrACTION cards helps enormously, as does an iPad game! Wish us luck frantically getting ready for the scrutiny of national television. I think we’re almost there!