Getting a Shot

Today, I am going to the doctor's office. The doctor wants to make sure I am healthy.

When I get there, I will check in at the front desk.

Then I will wait in the waiting room until my name is called. There are fun toys to play with!

When the nurse calls my name, I will walk down a hallway to another room.

The nurse will ask me to sit on a table.

Next, the nurse will wipe my arm with a wet cloth. This is to make sure my skin is clean!

When this is done, the nurse will show me the needle.

It is okay to be scared. I can hold someone's hand or count to 10 if I need to!

Now the nurse will give me the shot. It will hurt a little bit, but it will be over soon.

Next, the nurse will put a band aid on my arm. I will leave it on.

I am all done. Everyone will be proud of me!

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