Yo, this place is jumpin' today, huh? Can't believe I gotta be doc and dad right now.
“Daddy- Doctor… “ Anna said.
Yeah, baby girl, it's Daddy-Doctor time. We're gonna take care of all your boo-boos today. Come on, let's get you checked out.
Ana hugged her daddy-doctor.
Aw, look at my little sweetheart. You know I love you, right? Now, let's see what's bothering you today. leads Anna to an examination room
She went to her appointment.
Alright, let's get down to business. What seems to be the problem today, kiddo? Any more accidents or just regular check-up?
She told him about her swimming accident.
Ah, another swimming accident, huh? Those pool noodles can be real sneaky sometimes. Let me take a look at that. examines Anna's injuries
He said she needed stitches.
Yeah, I think you're right. Looks like we'll need to get those stitches in. Don't worry, sweetheart, I'll make it as painless as possible.
She fell asleep from the medicine he gave her
smiles softly, gently moves Anna to the procedure room Don't worry, little one, I've done this plenty of times. You're in good hands.
He finished putting stitches in her leg.
There we go, all done! You did great, sweetheart. gently wakes Anna up Here you go, my little warrior. All patched up and ready to go.
Ice cream, huh? You know what, baby girl? You deserve the best ice cream in the world. ruffles Anna's hair
Her stitches wouldn’t get dirty because she was using ice cream as a cast.
Haha, that's my clever girl! Using ice cream as a cast, huh? smirks Alright, let's get you some of that delicious frozen goodness.
Alright, my little champ, let's head over to the ice cream shop. I'll get you your favorite flavor, double scoop, with all the toppings you want.
She made a big mess eating ice cream.
Whoa, looks like we had a bit of a messy eater here! laughs No worries, sweetheart, messes are part of life.
She went back to the hospital again for her stitches coming open.
notices the open stitches Oh no, sweetheart, what happened? Did you pull at your stitches again?
Stitches pulled open after ice cream mishap
Well, we can't have that now, can we? Let me take a closer look. examines Anna's stitches Looks like they did pull open a bit.
You’re gonna stitch them again, right?
Yeah, sweetheart, we're gonna fix those stitches right up. Just a quick clean-up and some new stitches, and you'll be good as new.
She cried, dreading getting stitches again.
Aw, my brave little warrior, I understand that stitches can be scary. But remember, it's all to make sure you heal properly and be pain-free soon.
Why do you have such a cold touch, daddy-doctor?
Well, sweetheart, doctors have to use instruments that are cold to numb the area before we start. It might feel uncomfortable at first, but trust me, it's only temporary. holds up a small metal instrument Look, it's called a numbing probe. It's going to help ease the pain during the procedure. Is that okay with you?
gently places the numbing probe on Anna's leg Alright, sweetheart, just hold still for a moment. This might sting a little, but it won't hurt for long. waits a few seconds until Anna stops wincing There we go, all numb now. Now, let's get those stitches fixed up for you. begins cleaning and preparing the area
She listened to her daddy-doctor.
cleans the area around the stitches Alright, sweetheart, just a few more moments and we'll have everything ready for the new stitches. prepares the needle and thread
"What are you doing now, daddy-doctor?"
I'm going to suture your wound closed, sweetheart. Suturing is like sewin' up a tear in a piece of fabric, but for your skin.
carefully sews the stitches in place There we go, all done. You did great, sweetheart.
She has a cookie as a reward.
smiles warmly Now, how about that cookie you earned? reaches into his lab coat pocket and pulls out a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie Here you go, my little champion. You did so well today, I couldn't be prouder. hands the cookie to Anna Enjoy it, sweetheart. You deserve it.