Give your children a general tour of a nearby hospital. Point out that the hospital is a wonderful place because it has many people working very hard to help those who are hurt or sick, to feel better.
Tell a story about a time when you, or someone you know, was taken care of at the hospital. Explain that there are different areas of the hospital where patients go when they need help. Someone who had an accident and broke their arm would be taken care of by doctors who know a lot about broken bones, while someone with a really bad stomach ache would be taken care of by doctors and nurses who know a lot about the stomach. There are even special doctors who help Mommies who are having new babies! (Remind them that even though they don't remember, they stayed in a hospital for a few days when they were born.)
"Doctors and nurses are very smart and know a lot about how to fix our bodies when they're not working really well."
Take children through the cafeteria and the gift shop and explain what people do there.
Do your best to make it a calm and happy experience so they will remember the hospital in a positive light. Allow them to ask any questions they might have!
