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HealthTalks by Stanford Medicine Children’s Health
53 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago -HealthTalks by Stanford Medicine Children’s Health is a podcast series that answers parents’ most common questions about raising healthy and happy kids. Hear about useful health information, parenting tips, complex cases, and more from our pediatricians and specialists who are part of one of the few health care systems in the country exclusively dedicated to children and expectant mothers.
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Episodes
What is IBD?
June 18, 2024 06:00 - 36 MBDr. Jon Moses discusses the different types of inflammatory bowel diseases that present in young children and adolescents, how IBDs are different from the more commonly known IBS, and why it is important for patients to be seen at a comprehensive IBD and Celiac Disease Center like the one at Stanford Medicine Children's Health.
Be Sun Smart: How to Protect Your Child’s Skin
June 11, 2024 07:00 - 19.1 MBWhen you think of summer, sunny days with kids splashing in the water and teens lounging in the sun come to mind. While these idyllic times are great for making memories, they are also (unfortunately) great at causing sunburns and skin damage. Pediatrician Lauren Strelitz, MD, shares ways you can keep your family sun safe all year round.
Pediatrician Discusses Tummy Troubles in Children
June 11, 2024 06:00 - 7.8 MBAs parents, we’re all too familiar with the dreaded words, “Mommy, I have a tummy ache!” Most of the time, it’s just a passing discomfort, but sometimes it can be a sign of a more serious issue. Pediatrician Joelle McConlogue, MD, explains what to look for and when to be concerned about your child’s tummy problems.
Helping Your Child Cope With Depression or Anxiety
May 28, 2024 06:00 - 18.4 MBWatching your child struggle with anxiety or depression is one of the hardest things a parent can experience. Pediatrician Nivedita More, MD offers ways to support your kids when they are dealing with mental health concerns. Any big changes in mood, behavior, or personality are all warning signs, Dr. More explained. Some things to watch out for: Moodiness; Trouble sleeping; Changing eating habits; Stomachache; Headache; Trouble focusing; Falling grades.
Practical Tips for Dealing with Bedwetting
May 28, 2024 06:00 - 21.8 MBThe last day your child needs diapers is often cause for celebration in families. While your child may be able to stay dry during the day, for some, bedwetting, also known as nocturnal enuresis, can be a challenging issue for both children and parents. Pediatrician Nivedita More, MD, shares practical tips for parents dealing with this common concern.
Cold or Allergy: How to Tell the Difference
April 11, 2024 06:00 - 18 MBWhat’s the difference between a cold and allergies? Why is it important to distinguish between the two? How common are allergies? How are colds and allergies treated? How do the treatments differ? When should families seek medical help?
What is Autism?
March 26, 2024 06:00 - 25.6 MBIn this episode, Dr. Sumit Sen will lead a discussion focusing on diagnosing and treating children with autism.
What is Croup and What Causes It?
February 08, 2024 07:00 - 29.7 MBIn this episode, Dr. Farah Shahin will lead a discussion all about croup, what some of the main symptoms and causes are, and ways parents can take preventative measures to keep their kids healthy.
Does Your Child Have Strep Throat?
December 20, 2023 07:00 - 25 MBDo you think that your child may have strep throat? Pediatrician Katya Gerwein, MD, discusses how common strep is, what the symptoms are, how it is transmitted as well as how it is treated in a HealthTalks vodcast.
Kidproofing Your Home
December 14, 2023 07:00 - 19.2 MBThe urge to protect your child develops long before they are born. While that instinct is natural, the tricky part is figuring out how to create a safe and secure environment at home. As babies grow and become more mobile, the need for babyproofing becomes more important. And, while you may have mastered the art of babyproofing in the early years, the safety needs of older children require a fresh perspective. Joelle McConlogue, MD, shares her expert advice for ways to protect your children fro...
Type 1 Diabetes and Exercise
December 14, 2023 07:00 - 38.6 MBIn this episode, Dr. Dessi Zaharieva leads a discussion focusing on type 1 diabetes, and how diet, excercise, and lifestyle can help pateints manage their condition.
Head Lice Signs, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
October 13, 2023 06:00 - 19.3 MBIn this episode, Dr. Patty Sabey leads a discussion focusing on the causes and treatments for head lice.
Understanding Separation Anxiety in Children
August 16, 2023 06:00 - 18.4 MBDr. Gianna Frazee leads a discussion focusing on separation anxiety in children, and what parents to can do help their children.
Back-to-School Immunizations
July 18, 2023 06:00 - 14.2 MBPediatrician Paula Tamashiro Tairaku leads a discussion focusing on back-to-school immunizations.
Spanish-Back-to-School Immunizations
June 20, 2023 06:00 - 21.9 MBHow and Why Kids Get Ear Infections
June 09, 2023 06:00 - 18.9 MBDr. Jasmin Makar leads a discussion focusing on ear infections, specifically in young children.
Managing Your Teen's Acne
April 19, 2023 05:00 - 22.8 MBJust like school dances and football games, acne is a rite of passage that most children will experience as they approach adulthood. This can be a stressful time for both children and parents. Dr. More shares some tips for parents to help their children cope with acne.
Deciding Between a Doctor Visit, Urgent Care or Emergency Care
February 24, 2023 06:00 - 19.6 MBYour child is sick or injured. Do you go to the emergency room, an urgent care center, or the pediatrician's office? Lauren Strelitz, MD, of Stanford Medicine Children's Health sheds some light on the differences between the three to help you make the best decision for your child's health.
Avoiding Choking Hazards
January 24, 2023 06:00 - 22.3 MBAccording to the California Department of Public Health, choking is one of the primary causes of accidental injury and death in children. To help parents be proactive and ward off potential perils, Stanford Medicine Children’s Health pediatrician Joelle McConlogue, MD, offers some expert tips for dealing with choking threats throughout the year.
How Sex-Related Differences Impact Sports Injuries
October 31, 2022 05:00 - 39.4 MBJoin Dr. Arvind Balaji, pediatric sports medicine specialist, to learn more about how sports injuries, nutrition, hydration and training needs can all differ between boys and girls.
How to Improve My Child's Gut Health
October 11, 2022 05:00 - 29.4 MBIn this episode, listen as Venus Kalami leads a discussion on children and their gut health, and ways parents can help, with both diet and non-diet factors.
Maximizing Language Development in Children with Hearing Loss
September 26, 2022 04:00 - 33.9 MBIn this episode, listen as speech pathologist Rana Barghouty and pediatric audiologist Melissa Tribble lead an interactive discussion on how to help kids who have suffered hearing loss develop language skills.
Sports Injuries in Children
August 16, 2022 05:00 - 18.7 MBWhile team sports can be incredibly rewarding and character-building for kids, they also come with a risk of sports injuries like broken bones, sprains, and strains. The podcast will focus on how to prepare children for fall team sports, including the importance of a back-to-school physical and tips for minimizing the risk of sports injuries.
What to Do When Your Kid Gets a Nosebleed
May 31, 2022 05:00 - 22.6 MBAmina Ahmed, MD discusses what you need to know about nosebleeds in kids and what to do.
Caring for Your Child's Skin
May 23, 2022 05:00 - 20.7 MBSkin care isn’t just for grown-ups: Parents also need to be aware of their children’s skin health needs — and signs that they might need to enlist a medical professional’s help. Pediatrician Nivedita More, MD will discuss the basics of caring for children’s skin, as well as common skin issues like eczema and signs that it might be time to schedule an appointment with your child’s pediatrician.
Reading Food Labels
February 28, 2022 06:00 - 30.6 MBWhen it comes to nutrition, it can be hard to separate the health from the hype. The podcast will help demystify and debunk the nutritional terms commonly found on food labels to know what they mean, what to look for, and what you might want to avoid.
Preguntas frecuentes sobre la vacuna antigripal
November 19, 2021 07:00 - 9.69 MBLa Dra. Sylvia Espinoza responde preguntas frecuentes sobre la vacuna antigripal
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November 19, 2021 06:00 - 9.69 MBLa Dra. Sylvia Espinoza responde preguntas frecuentes sobre la vacuna antigripal
Kids' Mental Health During Covid
November 11, 2021 06:00 - 29.6 MBPediatrician Jody Ullom offers advice to better understand how the experience of living through a pandemic is affecting kids, how parents can spot potential issues, and what they can do to make things better.
How to Boost Your Child's Immunity This Cold and Flu Season
November 03, 2021 05:00 - 14.6 MBIn this informative and empowering podcast, Dr. Jasmin Makar talks about how parents can boost their family's immunity, how to tell the difference between cold and flu symptoms and COVID, and what to do if their child comes down with a virus.
Preventing and Treating ACL and Meniscus Tears in Young Athletes
September 23, 2021 05:00 - 34.2 MBACL and meniscus injuries are on the rise among young athletes. Learn how to prevent and treat them from two pediatric sports medicine experts.
Keeping Female Athletes Healthy
September 23, 2021 05:00 - 25.1 MBYoung female athletes have a unique set of medical needs. They are more likely to suffer from conditions including disordered eating, amenorrhea (lack of menstrual periods) and low bone density. Female athletes with these conditions are at a higher risk of developing fractures and other sports injuries. In this podcast, pediatric sports medicine specialists Dr. Emily Kraus and Dr. Kevin Shea discuss how to keep female athletes healthy.
Race Against Time: Diagnosing Biliary Atresia
September 21, 2021 04:00 - 19.6 MBDr. Leina Alrabadi discusses Biliary Atresia.
First Aid for Seizures
September 03, 2021 05:00 - 15.1 MBDr. William Gallentine leads an in-depth discussion on epilepsy and the warning signs and precautions that can be taken when someone is having a seizure.
Understanding Vocal Cord Paralysis
August 26, 2021 05:00 - 18.1 MBDr. Karthik Balakrishnan leads an in-depth discussion on vocal cord paralysis.
Understanding Aerodigestive Medicine
August 24, 2021 05:00 - 28.3 MBDr. MyMy Buu and Dr. Douglas Sidell lead an in-depth discussion on Aerodigestive Medicine.
Staying Safe While Hiking with Kids
August 09, 2021 05:00 - 34.6 MBDr. Julia Pederson discusses some helpful tips for keeping your children safe this summer while doing outdoor activities.
Yet to Bloom: Noisy Breathing and Laryngomalacia
July 26, 2021 05:00 - 19.9 MBDr. Kara Meister discusses laryngomalacia and possible treatment options.
Fertility Preservation: Understanding Your Options
July 14, 2021 04:00 - 39.6 MBThere are many reasons why people may choose to explore fertility services that would preserve their ability to have children in the future. Some women may choose to do so for personal reasons such as career advancement. Other individuals may deal with medical conditions such as cancer diagnosed during reproductive age, before they completed or even started to build their families. It is known that certain treatments like chemotherapy or radiation to the pelvis may result in the loss of abili...
Understanding an Epilepsy Diagnosis
July 07, 2021 05:00 - 32.6 MBDr. Courtney Wusthoff leads a discussion on understanding epilepsy, from diagnosis to treatment.
What You Can Do About Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
May 13, 2021 05:00 - 25.6 MBThe Importance of Raising Awareness About Celiac Disease
May 03, 2021 05:00 - 51.9 MBVenus Kalami, RD and Nasha Khavari, MD lead a discussion on celiac disease.
CHD Talk with Stanford Psychologists
April 23, 2021 05:00 - 83.7 MBHaving CHD or caring for someone with CHD is a long and hard journey. It is ok to not be okay sometimes. You are not alone and there is support when you need it. A Stanford Adult Congenital Heart Program cardiologist and two psychologists from Stanford Children’s Health and Stanford Health Care discuss adjustments that many CHD patients are experiencing and share their recommendations for when to get help, how to ask, what to ask for and what are the best ways to maintain good mental health.
Preventing and Understanding Food Allergies in Children
April 19, 2021 05:00 - 24.6 MBDr. Nivedita More discusses food allergies in young children, ways to prevent food allergies from developing, and how to manage allergies and their symptoms.
The Importance of Good Sleep to Your Child's Health
March 05, 2021 06:00 - 36 MBDr. Joelle McConlogue discusses the importance of sleep for children and strategies to help them get the rest they need.
Wellness Checks and Routine Vaccinations During the Pandemic
January 22, 2021 06:00 - 22.3 MBDr. Jacob "Jake" Weatherly shares his insight on pediatric wellness checks and routine vaccinations during the pandemic.
The Pandemic's Impact on Teen Mental Health
January 04, 2021 06:00 - 22.9 MBDr. Lauren Strelitz shares tips on healthy habits for coping with the pandemic.
COVID-19 and Influenza: A Q&A with Dr. Katya Gerwein
December 14, 2020 06:00 - 11.6 MBPediatrician Dr. Katya Gerwein answers questions and discusses COVID-19 and Influenza.
The 2020 Version of Healthy Holiday Eating
December 12, 2020 06:00 - 18.8 MBDr. Jami Zamyad & Dr. Venus Kalami share advice and tips on healthy holiday eating.
Managing Pediatric Headaches Do's and Dont's
December 09, 2020 06:00 - 28.4 MBDr. Susy Jeng shares tips on managing pediatric headaches.