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Courageous Parents Network hosts live virtual events to provide programming for parents and clinicians that fosters knowledge and a sense of community. Viewers can learn from the experience and insights of families and research from clinicians during In the Room (ITR) events. Book talks are designed to explore the author's personal experience in pediatric healthcare. Register to join live.

Upcoming Events

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Upcoming: In the Room: Children Have Spiritual Lives, Too. Exploring the Way Children Connect in Their World.
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November 10, 2025 8:00 pm

Upcoming: In the Room: Children Have Spiritual Lives, Too. Exploring the Way Children Connect in Their World.

Join CPN and chaplain and researcher Amanda Borchik, MDiv, BCC to learn about the ways children express their unique spirituality…
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Upcoming: In the Room: The Holidays: Coping Through the Season
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December 3, 2025 8:00 pm

Upcoming: In the Room: The Holidays: Coping Through the Season

For families of children who had or are living with a serious illness, the holiday season can be a mixed…
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Upcoming: In the Room: Navigating the Space Between Adjustment and Acceptance in the Context of a Genetic Diagnosis
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January 21, 2026 8:00 pm

Upcoming: In the Room: Navigating the Space Between Adjustment and Acceptance in the Context of a Genetic Diagnosis

Receiving a genetic diagnosis (or lacking a diagnosis)  for a child can be a profoundly life-altering experience for families. In…
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Upcoming: In the Room: Unlocking Answers: What Every Parent Should Know About Genetic Testing
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February 10, 2026 8:00 pm

Upcoming: In the Room: Unlocking Answers: What Every Parent Should Know About Genetic Testing

Genetic testing can play a powerful role in helping families find answers about their child’s health. In this session, we’ll…
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Recent Events

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Keep Your Head Up: Book Talk with Author Dr. Tasha Faruqui
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Keep Your Head Up: Book Talk with Author Dr. Tasha Faruqui

This is a conversation with Dr. Tasha Faruqui, whose new book Keep Your Head Up is a testament to the…
October 27, 2025 8:00 pm See Event Page
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In the Room: You Can Never Be Too Prepared: Pediatric Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
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In the Room: You Can Never Be Too Prepared: Pediatric Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

Children have unique medical, emotional, and developmental needs during disasters, and preparing to meet those needs is essential for effective…
October 9, 2025 8:00 pm See Event Page
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A Lifetime of Moments: Building Memories and Living your Child's Legacy Together
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A Lifetime of Moments: Building Memories and Living your Child's Legacy Together

Time together making memories as a family may feel especially precious when the child is living with a life-threatening medical…
September 22, 2025 8:00 pm See Event Page
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Book Talk with Dr. Bob Macauley - Because I Knew You
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Book Talk with Dr. Bob Macauley - Because I Knew You

This In the Room is a conversation with our friend and palliative care pediatrician, Dr. Bob Macauley, whose new memoir,…
May 6, 2025 8:00 pm See Event Page
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Parent Perspectives: Insights into Medical Decision-Making
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Parent Perspectives: Insights into Medical Decision-Making

Making major decisions about interventions such as feeding tubes or tracheostomies is one of the greatest responsibilities caregivers face for…
June 25, 2025 12:00 pm See Event Page
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Hear from the Siblings: Sharing Their Journey with Medical Complexity
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Hear from the Siblings: Sharing Their Journey with Medical Complexity

Hear from a panel of siblings during this In the Room event to gain insights into the fears and worries…
April 23, 2025 8:00 pm See Event Page
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Building a Path to Support: Navigating the Stages of Financial Planning
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Building a Path to Support: Navigating the Stages of Financial Planning

Financial planning often takes a back seat to the day-to-day caregiver responsibilities. This session explores ways to develop a long-term…
May 15, 2025 8:00 pm See Event Page
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Supporting Your Family's Wishes: The Value of Advance Directives and Preparing for Complex Medical Decisions
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Supporting Your Family's Wishes: The Value of Advance Directives and Preparing for Complex Medical Decisions

This event explores how completing healthcare advance directives for/with your child can support your family's goals and wishes. Fiona Sampey…
March 24, 2025 8:00 pm See Event Page
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