Listener Reviews

We’re all one incident away from a diagnosis, an emergency, or a hospitalization. This podcast makes those of us who have navigated or are navigating medical complexity feel so much less alone, and it’s here to educate those who cannot relate. It sheds light on the value of good healthcare, valuable resources, childlife specialists, and provides many examples of what helps those going through hard times. This podcast is a gem!

Inside the Children’s Hospital is my go to resource for parents navigating pediatric healthcare with their children to know they’re not alone. Katie brings warmth and compassion in a safe space to allow parents to share their stories. The 300th episode is an incredible example of a mom trusting her instincts and advocating for her child. Healthcare workers, parents and adults looking to expand their awareness will all find something meaningful in these episodes.

This podcast is an invaluable resource for families navigating children with medical needs. There’s so much power in hearing from others and knowing you are not alone.

This podcast is a great resource for parents who may be feeling alone in caring for their child with complex medical needs. Hearing other stories is helpful.

Cooper’s story was pretty intense! Cooper’s brave mama, Sammy gave in-depth insight into his unexpected medical journey of having a bleeding disorder know as Hemophilia. This is a story many parents can relate to and learn from. Also I noticed how Katie gently and skillfully guided this interview with great care!

This podcast has been an incredible source of support for me as a caregiver to a medically complex child post–kidney transplant. The stories shared are honest, compassionate, and deeply relatable, and the practical tips have helped me feel less alone and more grounded in an otherwise overwhelming journey. Truly inspiring and meaningful.

The Child Life on Call podcast has been an amazing way to gain perspective both as a toddler Dad and a bioinformatics researcher. Hearing the journeys of some many courageous patients and families shared in such a caring and sensitive way provides so much inspiration and context. I've also recently started volunteering with Child Life Services at my local hospital and this podcast is a great reminder of how much is going on under the surface of each interaction. This podcast goes beyond theory and shows the impact of Child Life Specialists in real situations. Thanks for this wonderful resource and to all the patients and families for sharing your stories!

I absolutely love this podcast and community!! I love the way it honors families, children in such a supportive, encouraging, and educational way. Always a wonderful listen😊

As a certified child life specialist at a multi-specialty interdisciplinary clinic, I find this podcast so helpful because it shares stories of families who are living with a diagnosis that may be less common and also shares what the FAMILY is experiencing…it’s so powerful. Thank You!!

Thank you Katie, for your insightful podcast that help kids and families feel less alone. By engaging patients and their families in their telling of their stories of their hospital experiences and diagnosis, you are helping to foster understanding and provide others with valuable coping strategies and hope for children, teens, and their loved one’s

I love listening to this podcast! As a child life specialist, I love listening to parents perspectives to help me really understand where these medically complex families are coming from and how to best support them in their journeys. I learn something new with each episode!

I have recommended this podcast to so many people in my life since hearing about it. Katie and her team have crafted an invaluable podcast of information, truth, stories, and overall insightful discussion that has covered a wide variety of topics. Having been able to converse with Katie as well, has deepened my appreciation for this podcast and her overall vision of wanting to provide clarity and guidance for people from all backgrounds, in an effort to navigate some of life’s most difficult situations. I highly recommend this podcast to everyone - even if you do not personally resonate with one of the stories, the fact that you were willing to listen and become educated is always an important step. Don’t wait, go and listen now!

I’m an Pediatric/NICU OT and Mom of a toddler. I have been following this podcast for ~5 years now. It is amazing to hear from a variety of perspectives about different health conditions, medical experiences, and resources for families/medical professionals. I HIGHLY recommend this podcast to my friends, family and co-workers! It’s a must listen!

I started listening when I was a student CLS and now I am a CCLS and I love listening to the stories and how I can better my practice through the stories they share

Such an amazing resource for parents, child life specialists and medical staff in general who want to learn the best ways to provide child centred care and promote positive coping!!

Katie is an incredible resource, full of wisdom and experience. Her interviews are thoughtful, inspiring, and always provide meaningful insights and support.

Katie Taylor is a fantastic podcast host who asks thoughtful, insightful questions that truly help parents navigate the emotional and practical challenges of receiving a medical diagnosis for their child. I was honored to be a guest on Child Life On Call and deeply appreciate the work Katie is doing to support families through these difficult moments. This podcast is an invaluable resource for parents looking for guidance, understanding, and hope.

Love this podcast. I really appreciate the diversity of the stories she brings on.

I can’t say enough about the work and dedication that Katie has put into the podcast. From starting recording in the closet to where she is now is amazing. This podcast connects parents in ways that no one else has thought to. Such a valuable resource and positive light in a difficult world.

I found this podcast through another kidney family, as our son had a kidney transplant. I love listening to other families share their stories, as they help you know you are not alone.

If you have any interest in supporting kid through health care experiences or through grief, I highly suggest this podcast. It is very easy listening. Katie, the host honors the families who share their stories, and the families offer such interesting and profound perspectives.

This podcast is a winner, I love everything about it. Katie is an incredible host and the guests have amazing and important stories/insights to share. Highly recommend.

I have been a Child Life Specialist for over seven years. I’ve been in the same hospital in the same unit, and it is easy to fall into a pattern of mundane routine. Katie’s podcast reminds me, again and again, of the endless WHY I chose child life as a career. The stories, the perspectives, the lessons we all can learn! Every episode leaves me inspired to try just a little harder, work just a little smarter, and, of course, make the world a little kinder!

With a wealth of experience and lots of guests on the show with wisdom in their areas of expertise or personal experience, you’re guaranteed to walk away from this podcast better than it found you.