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Download: JLS star Aston Merrygold and a parent’s guide to dentists, doctors and hospitals
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- CBeebies Parenting
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- Jul 18, 2026
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- 2376
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Summary
How can parents help children feel calmer when they need to see a doctor, visit the dentist or go to hospital? Katie Thistleton and Guvna B explore why health appointments can feel worrying for children, from sterile waiting rooms and strange smells, to bright lights and unusual equipment, and look at simple ways to make those moments less stressful for the whole family. JLS star and voice of The Dentist’s Apprentice, Aston Merrygold, shares how his children have each responded differently to dentists, jabs and hospital visits and the tricks that have helped in his own family. NHS GP and TV doctor, Dr Sara Kayat, explains why children can feel anxious about healthcare appointments and how parents can help them prepare, from using play to make doctors and dentists feel more familiar, to reading books and being honest about what might happen. For more ideas, resources and advice, visit the CBeebies Parenting website. Get in touch: [email protected] or WhatsApp 0800 022 4808