A Happy Hospital Trip

Our dear friends Dr. D and Nurse Em were so gracious to use one of their days off to take our co-op kids on a field trip to the hospital and doctor's office. The kids were really excited. many of them have a very strong fascination/obsession with all things medical. i wouldn't be at all surprised if we have a few future doctors and nurses on our hands.
At the hospital we started in the radiology department where the kids learned how the xray machine works and then got a chance to check out some real xrays and play 'name that body part'.....
...the it was off to the CT scanner. Wow, like a spaceship.....
Then we headed up to the maternity floor. Sadly all the babies were with their mommies, but they still got to check out the nursery.
Afetr a quick stop to look at the helicopter landing pad, we went into a real patient room.
Then Dr. D took us all back to his office where they got to pretend to doctor their dolls and stuffed animals. Here's Carter ready to go....
It's a big job being an elephant ENT.......
They also got to use the stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, syringes, reflex hammer, ear wax cleaner, and bandages. It was a great day. They were all so fascinated and jumped right in. We are so thankful for Dr. D and Nurse Em taking the time to do this for us! We love you guys!

And not only are they kind and gracious, they also have the cutest and sweetest little boys....

Jack......

and Luke.......