Prepare for Your Child’s Hospital Stay | NYU Langone Health We use cookies and similar tools to give you the best website experience. By using our site, you accept our Websites Privacy Policy If you need help accessing our website, call 855-698-9991 Open accessibility Menu. Please wait while loading the accessibility menu. Accessibility Menu not currently available on this page. If you need help, call 855-698-9991 Prepare for Your Child’s Hospital Stay Facebook. Opens in a new tab Twitter. Opens in a new tab Your Child’s Visit Your Newborn’s Hospital Stay Your Child’s Doctor’s Visit Your Child’s Hospital Stay Hospital Tours What to Bring During the Hospital Stay Visiting Hours After the Hospital Stay Your Child’s Surgery Care After Surgery Your Child’s Care Team Partnering with Our Care Team Talking with Your Child About Medical Care Insurance & Billing A hospital stay may be overwhelming for a child, especially the first time. If you are prepared and know what to expect, you’ll feel more confident and in control, and can help your child feel that way, too. VIDEO: Every member of our care team has a specific role in ensuring your child’s health, comfort, and wellbeing. Here are some tips on how to prepare for your child’s hospital stay. Visitor Guidelines In response to the spread of 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in New York, please review our updated information about visitor access to our hospitals, doctor’s offices, and other patient care areas. Questions to Ask Before the Hospital Stay The more information you have before your child’s hospital stay, the more prepared you’ll be. We encourage you to partner with us during your child’s care by talking to your child’s doctors or nurses. Here are some questions you may want to ask: Why does my child have to stay in the hospital? What should I pack for my child and for myself? How long is my child likely to stay in the hospital? Who are the people who will care for my child What typically happens during the hospital stay Can I be with my child during a procedure or treatment? What can be done to manage my child’s pain What are hospital visiting hours and policies? What will recovery be like, and what type of care will my child require at home? We also encourage you to talk with your child about the upcoming hospital stay. Learn About the Hospital Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital has three inpatient locations for children: Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital—34th Street NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital , and NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn . In most cases, you can schedule a hospital tour in advance. This can help you and your child know what to expect. Parents are welcome to stay in the hospital with their children. Your presence has a calming effect, and you’re an important member of the care team. We offer you and other family members a variety of resources to meet your unique needs. Family to Family Hours, hosted by members of our Sala Family Advisory Council , are offered to give parents a break. Patients and families, including siblings, are welcome to visit our playrooms or bring toys and games back to your room. Volunteers are often available to be with your child when you step away. Our child life specialists creative arts therapists , and social workers can help your child feel as comfortable as possible before, during, and after the hospital experience. Information about what to expect is also available in the Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital Welcome Book Going Home Learn more about what happens after your child’s hospital stay , including insurance and billing information and how to care for your child as he or she recovers. More Ways to Prepare for Your Child’s Hospital Stay Hospital Tours Tours are available to help your child and family prepare for an upcoming surgery or hospital stay. What to Bring Learn what to pack for your child, and for yourself, when treatment requires an overnight stay. During the Hospital Stay Your child’s safety and comfort, as well as your peace of mind, are our highest priorities. Visiting Hours We welcome you to be with your child while he or she is in the hospital. After the Hospital Stay Here’s what to expect when your child is ready to go home from the hospital. Your Child’s Surgery Making a plan before your child’s surgery can lay the groundwork for a positive experience. We can help you find a Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital doctor. Call 646-929-7970 or browse our specialists When autocomplete results are available, use the up and down arrows to navigate the list of options and use enter to select an option.