Child Life Services
Services include, but are not limited to:
Medical Preparation and Support
Procedure Preparation for surgeries, blood draws, doctor visits, infusions, scans, testing, and other medical interventions
Diagnosis Education for new or pre-existing medical conditions
Pill-Swallowing Education to help children and teens learn to take medication with confidence
Emotional Support and Coping
Grief and Bereavement Support to prepare for and process loss and major life changes
Family Support for the loss of a sibling
Support for Siblings or children navigating a family member’s illness
Parent Coaching to guide caregivers in supporting their child's emotional well-being through everyday stressors and medical challenges
School and Community Reintegration
School Re-Entry Support for children returning after an absence due to illness or loss
Classroom Visits to educate peers about hospitals, doctor visits, and coping strategies
Additional Services
Teddy Bear Clinics
At Illuminate Child Life, we believe that preparation through play is one of the most powerful tools for reducing fear and building confidence. A Teddy Bear Clinic is a fun, interactive experience designed to help children understand medical tools, procedures, and settings—using their favorite stuffed animal as the "patient."
In a Teddy Bear Clinic session, children will:
Use real (child-safe) medical supplies to examine and treat their stuffed animal
Practice medical play in a safe, supportive environment
Learn what to expect during common medical experiences, like checkups or shots
Build coping skills and reduce medical anxiety through hands-on learning
Perfect for preschools, schools, camps, birthday parties, or small groups, our Teddy Bear Clinic fosters curiosity, emotional safety, and empowerment—one bandaged bear at a time. Send us a message for rates for your personalized Teddy Bear Clinic.
Memory-Making and Bereavement Photography
In moments of profound loss or transition, photos can become cherished keepsakes that preserve love, connection, and memory. Illuminate Child Life offers compassionate, respectful memory-making photo sessions for children and families during end-of-life care or after a loss.
These sessions are designed to honor each family’s wishes and provide a gentle way to capture moments of connection, legacy, and love.
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Memory-making photography captures meaningful moments for children and families during end-of-life care or following a loss. These sessions are focused on preserving connection, love, and legacy—providing families with tangible memories to hold onto during a time of profound grief.
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This service is available for families facing end-of-life care for a child or navigating a recent loss. It may take place in the home, hospice, or hospital, depending on location and availability.
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Each session is gentle, unhurried, and centered on your family’s comfort and preferences. Whether you want quiet holding moments, family interactions, or symbolic details (hands, feet, special objects), I will guide the session with deep sensitivity and care.
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Yes. This is a paid service that includes photography time, professional editing, and a secure gallery of high-resolution images for download.
Session fee: $350 (includes travel within 30 minutes, editing, and online gallery access). -
Because these moments are often time-sensitive, please reach out directly via [phone/email/contact form] for fastest response. I will do everything possible to accommodate urgent needs.
Insurance and Session Fees
At this time, Child Life services are not covered by insurance. However, we’re happy to provide an itemized superbill (excluding Teddy Bear Clinics and Memory-Making and Bereavement Photography) that you may submit to your insurance provider for possible reimbursement.
HSA/FSA may cover your child life sessions. Contact your provider to learn more about covered services.
If costs are a barrier to our services, please reach out for scholarship or flexible payment options to ensure your child and family receives the support they need.
Session Length:
Each session is 50 minutes, with the final 10 minutes reserved for clean-up and a caregiver debrief to review progress and next steps.
Pricing
Initial Assessment and Intake:
$175 for one 50-minute session
Single Session:
$150 for one 50-minute session
Bundle and Save
Two Sessions: $275 (Save $25)
Three Sessions: $400 (Save $50)
Four Sessions: $525 (Save $75)
Five Sessions: $650 (Save $100)
Please note:
Payment is due at the time of service.
Session packages must be used within 6 months of purchase.
Give a meaningful, empowering gift that truly supports a child’s well-being. A Child Life Session provides personalized guidance to help children prepare for medical procedures, cope with stress or anxiety, and build confidence through evidence-based coping strategies.
Child Life sessions are not eligible for insurance reimbursement therefore a child or family who may truly benefit from child life interventions may find the cost to be prohibitive.
A gifted Child Life session offers families expert guidance during some of childhood’s hardest moments: medical procedures, anxiety, grief, and big life changes. Instead of toys or things that fade, this gift provides coping tools, emotional support, and confidence that lasts far beyond the session.
Contact us
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