When your child is asleep, you will be asked to wait in the waiting room next to the surgical ward until your child has their procedure. 

Do not be concerned if the operation is taking longer than expected, sometimes the surgery team just needs more time. 
 
While your child is in the operating theatre

• get something to eat and drink
• take a stroll around the hospital grounds
• spend some time in the Parent and Carer Resource Centre at your Hospital (see support chapter).