Kimberly and Mom play to feel better
November 12th, 2009
Kimberly just turned two and she has a rare disease called Erdheim–Chester disease. After a month in the pediatric ward she was moved to oncology. She naturally now hangs onto her mother as a lifeline from all who may “do” something to her.
I approached them, sat down and instantly saw this sweet little girl hang onto her mother. I got a TappyBear and put him on my lap. I showed Kimberly’s mother how to tap to release her stress. Kimberly watched intently. I left Tappy with her.
The following day Kimberly and her mom were playing with Tappy. The mom was asking her daughter to touch all of the buttons. They were laughing as they did.
Kimberly showed no fear when she saw me. Once again, I’m the TappyBear lady, and she comes round to help kids feel good. It is quite an honor to be “TappyBear Lady.”
Kimberly and Mom play at hospital
