There are a few tips and tricks that I have used in my Momvocate journey to ensure that my daughter gets the best care possible, as quickly as possible. These strategies are really Advocacy 101, but will give anyone who is new to navigating through complex insurance and health care systems a good foundation to build off of. Full disclosure: I have used all the strategies that I recommend here, and have been successful in getting better care, on a shorter timetable, than most other people. Start with the fact that you need to understand your child's healthcare needs, and the medical professionals treating your child have an obligation to provide information in a way that you can understand. This includes everything from the diagnosis, prognosis, chosen and alternative treatments, and why different tests are being performed. You are not being a burden when you are asking for this information, you are being an informed healthcare consumer. Addition...