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A podcast for parents and caregivers from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.
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In recent years, science has shown us that obesity is a common health condition and it really goes beyond just nutrition and physical activity or just calories and calories out. There's so much more to it. In this episode, Dr. Maheen Quadri, a pediatrician and obesity medicine specialist at Lurie Children's, shares her insights into the multifaceted nature of childhood obesity, including genetic, environmental, and behavioral factors. Dr. Quadri offers practical tips for families, shares insights on the latest research, and highlights resources for promoting healthier habits among children.
Genetic screening and testing have advanced greatly over the last few decades. Dr. Mindy Li, a medical geneticist, and Annie McRae, a physician assistant and genetic counselor from Lurie Children's discuss the evolving nature of genetics, the value of genetic counseling, and the promising future of genetic testing and therapies.
Everyone poops. And when it comes to kids in health, poop is a big deal. In this episode, Dr. Peter Osgood, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Lurie Children's and the founder of the iPoop Constipation Management Program, explains that constipation is one of the most common issues addressed in pediatrics and offers solutions to help "get things going."
The first year of a child's life can be exciting and overwhelming for parents, especially new parents. In this episode, Drs. Rob Sanchez and Nina Alfieri dive into what the first year of parenting really looks like, from key developmental milestones and tips to support your baby's growth to the unforgettable moments they've experienced firsthand as both pediatricians and parents. They dedicated a previous episode to caring for a newborn the first month of life and in this episode they continue the newborn's journey through the first year, with what signs to look for and how to support your baby's development while navigating the joys and challenges of raising a new child.
Lurie Children's pediatricians Dr. Nina Alfieri and Dr. Rob Sanchez discuss important insights and advice for new parents navigating their first month with a newborn. From safe sleeping practices and feeding options, to understanding baby's growth and development and bowel movements, the conversation aims to equip new parents with the knowledge needed to confidently care for their newborns.
In this episode Dr. Michelle Macy, an attending physician of emergency medicine at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, covers a range of safety tips for common summer injuries, including heat-related concerns, water safety and road trip precautions. Dr. Macy provides practical evidence-based advice to help parents keep their children safe and healthy during the summer months.
This episode is for families who want to foster healthy relationships with digital devices. Dr. Alyssa Cohen, a pediatrician and health services researcher at Lurie Children's, explains the positive and negative impact media may have on child development, offering practical strategies for balancing screen use in the daily lives of families. Dr. Cohen also explains why not all screen time is created equal and offers practical tips for setting boundaries and building healthy habits.
More than half of school aged kids in the U.S.report playing on a sports team or taking sports related lessons in the past year and experts agree that youth sports not only help get kids physical activity, but can have a variety of psychological, social, and academic benefits. One downside is the potential injuries that come with playing sports or just being an active kid on the playground. On this episode of Kids Wellness Matters, Dr. Sigi Wolf talks about preventing sports injuries and when to bring your own young athlete into the doctor's office for medical care.
Sleep is just as important to your child's development and well-being as a balanced diet and exercise. Yet, establishing healthy sleep habits can be a challenge at every age and stage of childhood. In this episode, two experts from the Sleep Medicine Center at Lurie Children's, Dr. Irina Trosman and Allison Clarke, PhD, talk about common sleep-related issues and also bust myths about good sleep practices, from the use of melatonin in kids to the usefulness of power naps. Listen in for steps you can take to help everyone in your home get a good night's sleep.
Eating disorders have been on the rise in children and adolescents following the COVID-19 pandemic and the Eating Disorder Program at Lurie Children's is equipped to offer comprehensive care that is practical and tailored to meet the needs of this population. In this episode, Dr. Gregg Montalto, a leader in the Eating Disorders Program, talks about the complexities of eating disorders, emphasizing their nature as brain disorders rather than behavioral choices, discusses different types of eating disorders, the importance of early recognition and intervention and the need for equitable treatment options.
In this episode, Sara Budowsky, LCSW, a Lurie Children's clinical social worker and psychotherapist in The Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, shares insights on differentiating between shyness and social anxiety, the types of fears children experience and supportive strategies to build confidence in young people. She also dives into the importance of validating children's feelings, breaking down fears into manageable steps and the role parents play in fostering emotional resilience.
Dr. Craig Garfield and Dr. John James Parker (JJ) Parker discuss the often underappreciated significance of fathers in family health. They share insights from their experiences as both dads and doctors, which have informed their development of programs and research on the beneficial effects of fathers on child development and family well-being.
The infant and toddler years can be a challenging time for parents when it comes to navigating behavioral issues. Lurie Children's Little Ones program is the only program of its kind in Illinois that supports parents of young children directly by offering expert guidance, assessment, and intervention. Dr. Miller Shivers is a clinical psychologist in the Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Lurie Children's Hospital. She's also the Director of the Lurie Children's Little Ones program. In this episode, she discusses strategies for managing issues many parents face at home such as infant anxiety, toddler tantrums, strengthening the parent-child bond and more.
In this summer bonus episode of Kids' Wellness Matters, Dr. Nina Alfieri and Dr. Rob Sanchez discuss water and swimming safety tips for families and give advice for multiple layers of protection to prevent drowning.
Hydration is essential all year long but is especially important during the hot summer months. In this episode of Kids' Wellness Matters, hosts Nina and Rob give practical tips and hacks to help kids get enough water and discuss ways to recognize the signs of dehydration and much more.
Keeping kids safe while enjoying the summer sun means stocking up on SPF, but the sunscreen aisle can be overwhelming, especially to new parents trying to prevent sunburns on young children. Kids' Wellness Matters hosts Nina and Rob share their tips on SPF and other sun safety tips in this summer bonus episode of the show.
Autism is one of the most commonly known developmental disorders in children, but its symptoms aren't always obvious. Usually beginning in early childhood, the signs of autism spectrum disorder can appear as difficulty in social communication but vary widely. In this episode, Dr. Joshua Ewen, a pediatric neurologist and neurodevelopmental pediatrician at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, brings years of expertise to answer questions about diagnosis, therapies, and research, expanding awareness of the diversity of autism in children.
More children are being prescribed eyeglasses and contact lenses than ever before to help correct myopia or nearsightedness, and this trend shows no signs of slowing down. In this episode, Drs. Noreen Shaikh and Magdalena Stec, pediatric optometrists and co-directors of the Myopia Clinic at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, talk about this issue and some innovative treatments and tips that could help prevent the condition from getting worse as children age.
ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood and may cause children to be overly active and have a tough time paying attention and controlling impulsive behaviors. But there are effective treatments and ways to manage symptoms and help children with the disorder thrive. In this episode, Dr. Andrea Spencer, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and physician scientist at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, offers helpful information and advice to help families navigate an ADHD diagnosis.
Food allergies are one of the most common chronic childhood diseases, and several studies have suggested that food allergies have increased dramatically over the past several decades. Dr. Ruchi Gupta is a Luire Children's physician, food allergy researcher, and food allergy mom, who has been at the forefront of improving childhood and adult allergic diseases for the past two decades. In this episode, she discusses the prevalence of food allergies in children across the U. S., the latest treatments and research, and things we can all do to keep children with food allergies safe.
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