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When the hospital feels overwhelming, Meenu helps bring a sense of calm. 💛

For children, a hospital can feel like a maze: full of unfamiliar sounds, machines, and procedures they don’t understand.

As a Child Life Therapist at Metro North Health, Meenu uses play-based techniques to help children feel safe, informed, and empowered during their hospital stay.

Armed with fidget toys, medical dolls, and a heart full of care, Meenu turns fear into confidence — and sometimes even fun! One moment, she’s using a Lego MRI scanner to explain a procedure; the next, she’s offering a distraction during a blood test or playing a game to ease anxiety.

With 17 years’ experience across New Zealand and Australia, Meenu knows the impact her work can have:

“The way a child experiences hospital can shape how they feel about healthcare for life. My role is to make sure their experience is one of trust, comfort and care.”

And she doesn’t just support children — Meenu also helps families feel more confident and involved, giving them tools to support their child’s sense of autonomy.

🌈 Want to help children feel supported when it matters most? Consider joining Meenu and become a Child Life Therapist today at 👉https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-PCH635046 ... See MoreSee Less