The Story of Jessie: Jessie & Miko Go to the Doctor

One morning, Miko wasn’t feeling well, so Jessie decided to take him to the hospital.
What will happen during their visit to the doctor?

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A Note from the Author

As a parent, I always worry when my child isn’t feeling well—especially when they’re little. Once they start going to school, it’s almost inevitable they’ll catch something. My son, Saeng, has already been through a lot. Recently, he recovered from adenovirus only to come down with tonsillitis right after, missing several days of school.

We were lucky he avoided RSV, but during that time, we made frequent trips to the doctor. I think many parents reading this can relate, whether their child is mildly sick or seriously ill. These moments remind us how much we care for our little ones and encourage us to be there for them every step of the way.

This book, Jessie & Miko Go to the Doctor, is truly “Based on a True Story.” It’s inspired by my own experience of taking my son to see the doctor with my wife. My goal with this book is to help parents tell a comforting story to their children—showing them what Jessie and Maiko experienced at the hospital, just like they might.

From entering the hospital, getting their body checked, waiting their turn, seeing the doctor, to receiving treatments like a nebulizer or nasal irrigation—Jessie and Maiko go through it all.

I believe in the power of books and the connection children form with beloved characters. Through this story, I hope kids feel less scared about visiting the doctor, understanding it’s necessary and something they can easily overcome.

Lastly, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the doctors who took care of my son so well, inspiring this book. A special thank you for giving out stickers after each check-up—my son’s favorite part of every visit!

Next time we visit the doctor, I plan to gift them a copy of this book as a small token of thanks.