dropdeded 0 #1 July 23, 2006 I now have a "unique" connection to a seriously (2nd and 3rd degree, 48% of his body) burned 3 year old little boy. He is at, and will be at for several more months, a burn center in So. Cal. I havent seen him since the incident, and Im going to stop and see him friday on my way to San Diego. I want to bring him something. I dont know what, but something special. A stuffed animal or something doesnt seem appropriate. I dont know, something that will help him in his long road ahead?? Throwing this out here for suggestions. I just dont know what to get that may (or may not) make a difference in this little guy's situation. Thanks dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #2 July 23, 2006 Check with the burn center - there are lots of things that we think might be fine, but would pose a risk to the little guy. So ask them for a list of not o.k. things. I'd think something along the lines of some sort of toy or movie - does he have a portable DVD player? Maybe some good movies for that. Or a hotwheels sort of toy, or a dragon toy (I know they have them in "eggs" and they're lots of fun, but not for a 3 year old...). Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery for the little guy, and thanks for taking an interest in him - he can use all the love he can get right now. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #3 July 23, 2006 Hey, I have a portable DVD player, maybe I'll just make it HIS DVD player. Good stuff Michele. Yeah, Im gonna talk to his parents and staff beforehand. dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #4 July 23, 2006 Your presence will likely make more of an impact than a gift, but it's a really nice thought. I don't know if this helps, but here's what I would consider: 1.) How much mobility does he have? If he can't use his hands, a video or audio gift might be better than a toy. If he has vision limitations, a little-kid mp3 player loaded with appropriate, happy music would rock...(I think they make those, with the easy buttons?) 2.) If he can sit up and use his hands, something engaging, like a picture book or deck of picture cards or something handheld, like the current version of a speak-n-spell, but for 3-yr olds... careful of sharp edges or anything he could accidentally harm his wounds with, God forbid. 3.) This is tough. I don't know what the "unique" connection is, but is there any symbol that might represent something to him? Like, you went to the zoo, and his favorite thing was the polar bear (polar bear video & stuffed animal), or he likes to watch NASCAR with you (NASCAR video & picture book)... edit: Or, duh, he thinks skydiving is cool: skydiving video... That's all I got. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #5 July 23, 2006 I work on an ambulance, spent some time with him immediately after the incident. Thank you for the suggestions. dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,630 #6 July 23, 2006 No ideas, but you're a good guy, Ed. I know that whatever you do will help both the boy and his parents. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #7 July 23, 2006 Quote I work on an ambulance, spent some time with him immediately after the incident. Thank you for the suggestions. dropdeded Well then, I'd venture to say you could be something of a hero to the boy... Maybe something Superman related, to help him stay brave and strong? It must be heartbreaking to see. Poor baby. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #8 July 23, 2006 Honestly, if the burn unit says it's ok, I'd go with a stuffed animal from build-a-bear. They're really good quality toys, and a soft, furry friend will give him something to hold on to. He's a little kid; something to hug when they're in a scary situation can really help. That's why organizations like Hugs Across America exist. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #9 July 23, 2006 A three year old would love a bear, maybe paired with the DVD and get him an action or rescue hero dvd if his parents approve of watching them. My nephews LOVED the rescue hero's cartoon dvd at that age and just make sure the bear is very boyish. I wish the guy the best. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #10 July 23, 2006 QuoteA three year old would love a bear, maybe paired with the DVD and get him an action or rescue hero dvd if his parents approve of watching them. My nephews LOVED the rescue hero's cartoon dvd at that age and just make sure the bear is very boyish. I wish the guy the best. At build a bear, you can get a labcoat and medical kit for the bear to make a doctor bear, or they've got football and baseball uniforms, military uniforms, and firefighter and police uniforms. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
