Kids Healthcast

Nails, nails, nails! Doctors Courtney, Kirkpatrick, and Frey-Stephenson talk all about nail health in this month's episode of Kids Healthcast. They even give tips on how to cut your child's nails. This is no small task! Tune in! Topic Times! Health News 1:28 Structure of the Nail 4:18 Parenting Tips - Cutting Nails 9:40 Diseases of the Nail 13:15 Trivia 22:16     This podcast was recorded in December of 2014. 

Is your teen always sleepy? Learn more about teen sleep deprivation. Also, learn about febrile seizures and how to help your child with their never-ending homework. And yes, another podcast about breastfeeding. In this episode, Drs. Rich and Gervelis provide you with very practical tips on how to successfully breastfeed. Topic Times! Health News- Teen Sleep Deprivation 1:30 Febrile Seizures 5:20 Parenting Tips- Homework Help 11:32 Practical Tips for Breastfeeding 14:45 Trivia 21:46   This episode was recorded in September of 2014.  

Children need to feed their body and their brain. Drs. Ouyang and Corbo-Puffer do an excellent job explaining the importance of early childhood reading as well as nutrition. Learn about infant formulas and how to feed a picky toddler. It is possible! Our parenting tip tells you how to pack a nutritious school lunch. These are real challenges; you are not alone! Topic Times! Health News - Early Childhood Reading 1:35 Infant Formula and Initiating Solid Foods 4:30 Feeding a Picky Toddler 14:17 Parenting Tips - Packing a Healthy School Lunch 22:45 Trivia 25:22   This episode was recorded in July of 2014.

Expecting parents, this episode is a must-listen! Dr. Virtue and Dr. Schroeder talk about the newborn period. They discuss proper feeding schedules for newborn babies, as well as post-partum depression, a very common and important issue. Stay tuned to also learn tips on newborn allergen exposure and how to react to temper tantrums. Topic Times! Health News- Newborn Allergen Exposure 1:30 Failure to Thrive and Newborn Feeding 3:35 Parenting Tips - Parental Reactions to Falls and Tantrums 8:50 Post-Partum Depression 10:55 Trivia 16:28 Post-Partum Depression Scale:  This episode was recorded in June of 2014.    

Drs. Heather Muston and Anna Neyman cover a wide variety of topics in this episode. First, learn why pediatricians love breastfeeding! There are so many benefits for both mom and baby. Second, learn all about diabetes, a serious problem in our country today. Lastly, learn tips about burn safety. Don't forget that this can be a big issue in the winter as well! Topic Times! Health News - Benefits of Breastfeeding 1:18 Overview of Diabetes 3:15 Burn Safety 7:52 Trivia 11:22   This episode was recorded in May of 2015.  

Sports can be a pivotal aspect of a child's physical, social, and emotional development. This episode, Dr. Maria Herrera and Dr. Sarah Wing will discuss sports medicine. Learn what is involved in a "sports physical," how to be a responsible sports parent and all about the most common sports injuries. Topic Times! Health News - Bone Density 1:45 Sports Physicals 3:45 Parenting Tips - Responsible Sports Parents 9:20 Common Sports Injuries 13:15 Trivia 19:40   This episode was recorded in April of 2014.  

This episode, Doctors Ashley Grigsby, Jillian Halper, and Christina Thomas discuss serious mental health topics that are applicable to children and adults alike. They discuss the benefits of mindfulness and meditation, as well as the dangers of cyberbullying and depression. And no discussion of depression can be complete without addressing teen suicide and gun safety. Topic Times! Mindfulness and Meditation 1:28 Cyber Bullying 4:42 Depression 10:00 Gun Safety 16:23 Medical Trivia 19:30 This episode was recorded in July of 2014.  

This episode features Drs. Amna Aziz, Angela Hoynacki, and Krista Allen. They will discuss the dangers of electronic cigarettes, the potential benefits of probiotics, and how to prevent food poisoning at home. Our parenting tip focuses on teaching children and teenagers responsibility. Topic Times! Health News - E-cigarettes 1:30 Probiotics 4:10 Parenting Tips - Teaching Responsibility 10:40 Food Safety 13:40 Trivia 21:30 Update: In January 2017, Indiana state legislature passed a law that highly regulates the packaging of liquid nicotine, the material that is smoked in electronic cigarettes. It specifically mandates that liquid nicotine is sold in child-resistant packaging. Great news for our children's safety! Also, FYI, one must be 18 years old to purchase electronic cigarettes or liquid nicotine in Indiana.  Links: Parents' Guide to Electronic Cigarettes: CDC Guidelines on Food Safety:  This episode was recorded in November of 2015.  

This episode, Dr. Erin Khan talks about the importance of limiting screen time and also answers the most common questions about childhood fever. Dr. Matthew Miller discusses Tummy Time and why it's pivotal to your child's development. He also discusses tips for a better night's sleep with Dr. Casey McCluskey. Tune in! Topic Times! Health News - The Dangers of Screen Time 1:40 Back to Sleep, Front to Play! 4:50 Parenting Tips - Tips for Better Sleep 9:13 Fever Fear 13:29 Trivia 21:48 This episode was recorded in March of 2014.    

Doctors Harris, Baenziger, Daniels, and Ellis discuss the important topics of water cleanliness and the BPA controversy. It's important to know what we are putting in our bodies! Is your child having a difficult time waking up in the morning? Our parenting tip discusses ideas on how to make adjusting kids' schedules easier for the whole family. Topic Times! Is our Water Safe? 1:35 Parenting Tips: Adjusting Your Child's Schedule 9:45 What is BPA? 15:55 Trivia 21:00 Links: National Toxicology Program: www.ntp.niehs.nih.gov   This episode was recorded in August of 2015.     

This month, Dr. Laura Linnemeier, Dr. Cori Dionisio, and Dr. Frank Soltys will discuss common pediatric issues that arise during the winter months. Learn more about the common cold and why antibiotics may not be necessary. Also, listen to some great tips on how to stay active and safe during cold weather. Topic Times! The Common Cold - Does my child need antibiotics? 1:33 Parenting Tips - Staying Active in Winter 9:45 Winter Safety Tips 12:00 This episode was recorded in February of 2016.  

This episode we have Drs. Lindsey Arnold and Robert Mikan as our host doctors. We discuss childhood leukemia, Hodgkin's lymphoma, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, including what they are and how they are diagnosed.  We also give parenting tips on taking care of a child with a chronic medical condition.  Finally, we answer last month's medical trivia question, which was: "How many miles of nerves are in the adult human body?" Topic Times! Leukemia 1:30 Parenting tips- chronic medical condition 10:52 Lymphoma 14:05 Trivia 20:17 This episode was recorded in February of 2014.

This episode we have Drs. Amy Eapen and Elizabeth Musil as our host doctors. We cover influenza vaccines and pet etiquette. Listen in to learn about enterovirus D68 and what parents should know about it. What is hookah smoking? Find out what it is and why it is harmful. Finally, we answer last month's medical trivia question, which was: "How many cells are in the human body?" Topic Times! Health News - Flu vaccine 1:30 Enterovirus D68 4:40 Parenting Tips- Pet Etiquette 9:30 Hookah Smoking 14:10 Trivia 17:00 This episode was recorded in January of 2014. 

This month we have Dr. Tony Ljuldjuraj and Brian Leber as our host doctors, along with special guest Dr. Sandeep Gupta from Riley Pediatric Gastroenterology (GI). Food allergies and effective time out practices will be covered, and Dr. Gupta will discuss a hot topic affecting many children today: Eosinophilic Esophagitis, or EOE. Listen in to learn about this disease and its treatment. The doctors also have something to share about cleaning a pacifier in a parent's mouth - is this an ok way to clean it? Finally, we answer last month's medical trivia question, which was: "What is the longest a human has gone without sleep?" Topic Times! Health News - Pacifier Cleaning -- 1:54 Eosinophilic Esophagitis -- 3:51 Parenting Tips - Effective Time Out -- 11:40 Food Allergies -- 13:31 Trivia -- 20:29 This episode was recorded in December of 2013.

This month, Dr. Hiba Chehab, Dr. Molly McPheron, and Dr. Jonathan Merrell join us in the studio to discuss some great health news and information. The hot topic of vitamin K deficiency in the newborn is covered, with a discussion of the pros and cons of the vitamin K injection. Swimmer's ear is also covered - with summer coming soon, external ear infections will be on the rise! They also discuss what to do for accidental ingestion of a poisonous substance (call 1-800-222-1222), and give tips for preventing accidental gun injuries. Finally, they answer last month's medical trivia, which was: "What was the first vaccine and how was it developed?" Topic Times! Health News- Vitamin K deficiency of the newborn 1:56 Swimmer's Ear 5:57 Parenting Tips- Prevention of gun injuries 14:46 Accidental ingestion of poisons 17:36 Trivia 26:03 Links/Info: 1-800-222-1222 (universal poison control)  or  This episode was recorded in November of 2013.

This month we have four doctors in the studio: Dr. Kristen Tiedt, Dr. Evan Kruetzer, Dr. Rachel Leon, and Dr. Ryan Stegink. They share tips on dining out with children, choking hazards and how to respond to a choking child and carbon monoxide poisoning prevention and treatment. They also discuss preparing a teenage child for college both medically and from a parenting perspective. Finally, they answer last month's medical trivia, which was: "What medical disorder is named after the title character of a beloved children's book?" Topic Times! Health News- Choking Hazards 1:52 Preparing for the Transition to College 4:42 Parenting Tips - How to Dine Out with Kids 11:00 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning 15:10 Trivia 23:58 This episode was recorded in August of 2013.

This month, Dr. Lara Darling and Dr. Kristen Ameel are in - they have great information on preparing for international travel medically, and some excellent practical trips for traveling with kids. They also share recent news about chldren's sleeping patterns, and parasites, mites, and things that bite! Finally, we answer last month's medical trivia, which was: "How many hours do kids spend using electronic devices?" Topic -- Time at which Segment Begins Health News - Pediatric Sleep Habits -- 1:48Preparing for International Travel -- 4:07Parenting Tips - How to Travel with Kids -- 13:30Parasites, Mites, and things that Bite! -- 15:57Medical Trivia -- 21:10 Listen Now: Kids Healthcast Episode 40 //

Today, we've reached back into the vault to pull out one of our classic episodes. We discuss normal baby development in the first year, Potty Training, discuss RSV bronchiolitis, and Medical Trivia. Time -- Topic 1:56 -- Health News: Bronchiolitis 5:04 -- What to expect during your child's first year of life 11:46 -- Parenting Tip: Potty Training 15:26 -- Developmental Screening and Delay 24:29 -- Medical Trivia 25:47 -- Credits Listen Now: Kids Healthcast Episode 39 //

Dr. Kathryn Harlow and Dr. Ashley Scheffer join us for this month's podcast. In health news we will learn about the dangers of the "cinnamon challenge". We will continue our podcast with a discussion about pediatric headaches. We will have some parenting tips this month on helping your child cope. In our second main segment we discuss concussions and sports related head injuries. Finally, we have this month's medical trivia question and the answer to last month's question." Topic -- Time at which Segment Begins Health News - Dangers of the "Cinnamon Challenge" -- 1:50Pediatric Headaches -- 4:49Parenting Tips - Helping your Child Cope -- 11:14Concussions -- 14:33Medical Trivia -- 23:40 Listen Now: Kids Healthcast Episode 38 //

Dr. Amanda Croxton and Dr. Allison Pratt join us for this month's podcast. In health news we will learn about the association of infantile colic with migraines. We continue our discussion on bicycle helmets in the main segment. We will have some parenting tips this month on how to wean an infant. In our second main segment we discuss anemia. Finally, we have this month's medical trivia question and the answer to last month's question." Topic -- Time at which Segment Begins Health News - Migraines and Infantile Coli -- 1:33Helmets -- 3:49Parenting Tips - How to Wean an Infant -- 8:47Anemia -- 11:40Medical Trivia -- 17:23 Listen Now: Kids Healthcast Episode 36 //