The Power of Prophy, part 2.

Lots of people ask questions about exactly what treatment for Harris means.  I think they imagine it to be lots worse than it is...

Prophy day (we have a standing appointment at our center for once a week treatments:)

• 7:30 wake up.  Have a nurse.  Have a bath.

• Daily bruise inventory? Check.

• Get dressed in short sleeves for easy access.  Go for a layered look with a sweatshirt to keep the veins warm and plumpy...and stylish.

• Electronic distraction for 4 year old brother? Check.

• Factor? Check.  Extra box of Factor?  Check.

• Arrive at treatment center a little early for parking...

• ... and playing

• Favorite exam room?  Check.

• Purple gloves.  You know you've got trouble when they pull out the purple gloves.

• Pick a vein... any vein.

• Mmmm.  Hot packs.  Warm veins are happy veins.

• Mix the factor.

• Cross your fingers for one good stick.

• Let the good stuff flow.

• Voila!  

• Get big love from the amazing team.  Seriously.  They are like prophy Ninjas.

• Get big love from Mom.

Done and done.  Now, what's for lunch?