When the System Falls Short: Advocating for Care with Courage and Compassion

What does it actually look like to advocate for patients—especially when your role is often misunderstood? In this powerful episode, Lexi Powell, Certified Child Life Specialist, joins us to talk about what it means to advocate with purpose and respect.Lexi shares how she’s learned to speak up for her patients, for her profession, and for the families she supports. From helping children feel safe in medical spaces to educating parents on how to find and use their voice, Lexi is reshaping what advocacy means in pediatrics.This episode isn’t just for providers or parents—it’s for anyone who believes healthcare can be more human. And it starts with listening, honoring each role on the care team, and knowing when—and how—to stand up.