Micah gets his blood drawn by the best phlebotomist ever!

Micah is 6 years old and and he doesn’t shed a tear!

We had the best phlebotomist. She was so patient with Micah, did such a great job of explaining every step and made him feel calm and relaxed while she drew his blood. For those who are asking. Micah was gettin his blood drawn to test for celiac disease. Came back negative. His dad is a nurse and so all of our kids have been fascinated with anything medical, and he's done a good job at making our kids comfortable with going to the doctor and helping them understand why its important. Also, I was filming this with permission from the phlebotomist to show his daddy and our family how brave he was. Micah especially wanted to be able to show his older siblings too. If you want a tip for helping your child to be more comfortable with getting a shot or their blood drawn, make sure to explain the WHY behind it. I find that when kids understand why they need to get something done, often times they are more compliant. Good Luck everyone! Be brave like Micah and it will be over before you know it! Stay healthy and safe.

[vickycravey]

You know that kid wanted to cry for a second there, but he was so brave. I love nurses that treat kids like they are important; and I love nurses who teach you what's going on. My dad had a nurse that taught me all about his machines while he was still under after his bypass surgery. She didn't have to do that.

[lianesturrock]

We NEED more people like her in the medical field. She did an amazing job!

[OnlyMichaelJackson]

I've never seen a doctor with so much patience. I love how she wants him to know exactly what's happening to him.

[gabrielarias]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I showed it to my scared 10 y.o. before he went for his blood test and his attitude completely changed after seeing it. I think the fact that 6 y.o. Micah said, "it didn't really hurt" sealed it for my son. He went off bravely to get his test.

[hotoole]

I love the fact that she’s telling him the real words for everything and explaining everything to him not just baby talking him or assuming he doesn’t want to know how it works. The more you know the less you’re afraid and I think she did a great job

[jeremyviromek]

Why does he look excited? I nearly fainted watching.

[meganslonksnis]

God bless her. More health professions need to be like this especially doctors and nurses. May they be more humble. Not all doctors feel entitled, but SOME need to learn to be humble and patient . She even tells when she'll do it. Oh bless her heart.

[ckildegaard]

She was so amazing! I feel like her explaining everything probably really helped it be an easy experience. Took a little longer that way, but I think it's probably well worth it!

[ashparks]

This was awesome, I hate when nurses lie to their younger patients and tell them they're just going to do a magic trick or something dumb like that and then stick A NEEDLE in them! This phlebotomist was kind but truthful and told the little boy the step by step procedure to help calm him down. I wish my nurses did this when I was younger... Great job!!!

[angel_bunny_]

my therapist said to watch videos to get over my phobia- this kid is so chill meanwhile im 15 and on the verge of a panic attack just watching

update, i’m taking testosterone and have to get blood draws every three months, still panicking but it’s deff getting easier

[gurll]

He looked so interested. He might be a phlebotomist one day, who knows...
This woman is a true inspiration for young children! ❤

[Nostxlgia]

And I’m 14 and have a panic attack before I even walk into the room. 😭🤦🏽‍♀️😂

[paulawilliams]

You are an excellent phlebotomist. Made the patient/child feel like he was making decisions throughout the procedure and explained everything in detail so he can understand what was going to happen. Great job. God bless you.

[deblavan]

She did great explaining it all to him and was fantastic! We need more like her too!

[dmc]

That nurse is fantastic! She was incredible with that boy! He was so brave! So good! Again, that nurse is the best nurse I have ever seen. That little boy might not be nervous of needles anymore because of her care & patience.

[nicolenorris]

God bless this sweet woman! She should be paid better than a physician for all the love and patience she pours into the patients. Phlebotomists get paid so very little.

[kristerlarsson]

Just wanted to say thank you for posting this video. My son was so scared getting his first blood drawn, we had to give up and get a second appointment to try again. Using your video, we could talk about what was going to happen and how to deal with the specifics that made him scared. Next week, blood drawn no problem. He said he would even do this again.

[eddiecuellar]

MICAH YOU ARE MORE BRAVE THAN ME AND I'M A 60 YEAR OLD MAN!!!! I'M SOOO PROUD OF YOU!!!!

[ashleyzielke]

Love how the title clearly states "phlebotomist" and everyone in the comments is like "nurse"

[beckyrobinson]

What an adorable child! So brave and the phlebotomist was amazing.