We are very excited to share a guest post from Emergency Mamas. It is wonderful to find like minded Foster Parents who also share honest glimpses into their world and the hard work we do as foster parents. Although we are on the same journey, it is very interesting and informative for us read the experiences and perspectives of others, and see the similarities and differences. We hope you enjoy their post and blog as much as we do!
How Would You Rate Your Pain?
You know when you go to the doctor and they ask you to rate your pain, using some numbers and smiling/frowning faces on a little chart?
Typically, people rank much higher than they actually are feeling because the vast majority of us only know moderate pain. If you can sit up, talk to the doctor, and you drove yourself to the office…your pain is not an 8. It might be a 5. Continue reading “How Would You Rate Your Pain?”