Recovery from a concussion is usually a slow, uneven road — good days and bad days. Follow your child’s care team’s guidance on rest, screen time, and returning to school and sport.
Trust your gut. If something feels off — new symptoms, or symptoms that get worse — go back to the doctor. You won’t be “overreacting.”
You are allowed to ask for a second opinion. If your child’s recovery stalls, or the answers don’t add up, a specialist — a concussion clinic, a neurologist, a specialist in pediatric brain injury — can make a real difference.
Before each appointment, write down your questions and a timeline of symptoms. Bring a list of medications and any records you have. It’s hard to remember everything in the moment; the list does the remembering for you.
A simple record — dates, symptoms, appointments, who you spoke to, receipts — helps your child’s care team, helps the school understand what’s needed, and helps if you ever need to make a claim.
Your phone is fine. A note app, a folder for photos and PDFs. You don’t need perfect records; you just need a start.