The Medical Dads Podcast: Recent Episodes
Stuart Harman & David Hsu
A weekly parenting podcast by two Canadian dads who happen to be medical doctors. Dr. Stuart Harman is a Paediatric ER Doc from Ottawa, Ontario and Dr. David Hsu is a Family Physician from Toronto, Ontario. Join them as they discuss medical issues related to parenting and share stories about their own experiences as dads.
The Medical Dads sit down to talk about braces, orthodontics, and all the very, very expensive things that children's teeth might entail in this day and age.
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The Medical Dads discuss the biggest holiday of the year! Happy Mother's Day to all the moms, grandmas, and great grandmothers out there!
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Why does the sinister, evil dad make for such great drama in books, movies and television? The Medical Dads take a look at some of the most evil fictional dads and try to figure out which evil dad is the worst!
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This week, the Medical Dads spin a tall tale about lying, in what is the most highly anticipated, greatest podcast episode in the history of recorded audio.
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This week, the Medical Dads ponder the topic of school and job interviews. What are the typical questions one gets asked? What are the correct response to give for questions that by design have no right answers?
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This week, the Medical Dads gather to discuss home repair and all the various things that can happen in your household that require repair work when you become a busy dad.
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This week, the Medical Dads take a break from all the usual optimistic chatter and try to determine what type of deadbeat dad is the worst type of dad.
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This week, Stu and Dave meet to talk about Parachute Kids. Inspired by the graphic novel, they talk about what happens when a family leaves their children in a different continent to grow up, a common phenomenon amongst Asian immigrant families in the 80s and 90s.
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Merry Christmas from the Medical Dads. The dynamic duo convenes for a classic, holiday episode!
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As we get deep into the flu season, Stu and Dave examine the phenomenon of sick leaves, sick notes, and the doctors who write them. What does your doctor really think when you are asking them to write you a sick note for an illness you may or may not actually have? Stick around and find out!
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This week, the Medical Dads talk about three medical topics involving scissors, two of which are over-prescribed and one which is a basic human necessity. From tongue tie to circumcision to haircuts, the Medical Dads are back at the cutting edge of parenting talk!
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As parents settle into the fall routine with their children, the Medical Dads wonder, what is the point of it all?
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The Medical Dads reconvene for the season premiere of Season 5! The topic for the discussion: retirement, and more specifically, early retirement. Now squarely in middle age, the Medical Dads ponder the abyss that is early retriement and think about what it might mean for them to hang up their stethoscopes in the near future. Rest assured, they are not retiring from podcasting!
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By definition, children are what defines a parent. This week, we close out our series on relationships by talking about our relationship with our children, from cradle to adulthood and beyond.
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This week, the Medical Dads get ready to talk maybe the most important relationship for every parent, their relationship to the other parent.
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On your deathbed, supposedly you will be thinking about your friends. But how is a busy parent supposed to stay connected to their friends while life is pulling them in every other direction?
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This week, the Medical Dads take a look at probably one of the most misunderstood and made-fun-of relationships of all: your relationship with your in-laws!
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This week the Medical Dads are talking about parents. Is Chinese filial piety really a thing? Do westerners care about their parents at all? As busy parents ourselves, this week we explore relationships with our own parents as we ease into adulthood and beyond.
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This week, the Medical Dads are talking about enemies. We all have them. We all wish we didn't. What do we about them?
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This week, the medical dads resume after a brief hiatus to break down one of the key relationships in many people's lives: the sibling relationship.
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This week, the Medical Dads finish their dissection of the physician shortage crisis by discussing some potential solutions, both real and imagined!
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As our discussion of the physician shortage rolls on, we break down the whole concept of doctor burnout. To the Medical Dads, it feels like more doctors are burning out than ever before, but why does it happen and what does it all mean?
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This week, the Medical Dads continue their look at the physician shortage crisis by looking at what happens to patients when there aren't doctors. Some of the effects are to be expected, others, not so much.
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As we continue our discussion about the physician shortage in Canada, we take a look at what actually happens to patients when there aren't enough doctors around. We examine a compromised health care system, from walk in clinics, to over-worked emergency rooms and the results aren't pretty.
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The Medical Dads begin a discussion about the physician shortage crisis in Canada. What is going on and what can be done about it? This week, on the first episode, the Medical Dads lay out the basis of the physician shortage and discuss how it's affecting their work.
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This week, Stu and Dave reminisce about their memories of a lifetime of test taking, and wonder if there is a point to all the tests and exams that their children have to go through.
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This week, its official! The Medical Dads are officially middle aged. Or are they? Depends on who you ask, perhaps1 In any case, Stu and Dave break down some common middle aged dad problems and discuss how to cope with them.
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In this episode, the Medical Dads talk about side gigs-those jobs on the side that people do to make a little extra money, and how sometimes, side gigs aren't the best way to go if you are looking for car repairs, or regular timely episodes of the Medical Dads!
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Recorded just before Christmas, the Medical Dads talk about what books they and their kids are reading of late.
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Stu and Dave sit down to unwrap the realities of Christmas presents.
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The Medical Dads ponder the serious issue of what they should do with their lives when they finally grow up.
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This week, the Medical Dads sit down to share some scary stores. Like really, really scary stories.
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Stu and Dave talk about a particular Canadian institution/caricature: the hockey parent. Stu reflects on his time as a hockey dad, while Dave looks forward to many cold hours standing behind the glass.
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The Medical Dads podcast returns for year 4 with their season premiere, going back to school in a time when Covid has been conquered... sort of. Note: this episode was recorded in September 2022 and was supposed to air then, but somehow didn't upload on time, so get ready for a trip down memory lane... to last month!
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This week, Stu and Dave continue their discussion on anxiety with a focus on older children and how to approach these issues as parents,
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The Medical Dads sit down to talk about mental health this week. They share frustrations about the health care system when it comes to mental health, then examine a few common anxiety disorders that parents might have to face including school refusal in young children.
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For Thanksgiving 2022, the Medical Dads sit down to ponder all the things that we really aren't so thankful for about the world in 2022 while looking for a silver lining through it all.
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The season finale of the 3rd season of the Medical Dads is finally upon us. Join us as we take a peek under the hood of everyone's favourite not quite so medically inclined parenting podcast. We talk a bit about how the show got started, and how the show has evolved from how it was first conceived.
Then, see you all in a few weeks for the beginning of season four!
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This week, the Medical Dads talk about work life balance-what they learned about it from their parents, and the life principles around it that they would like to pass on to their children.
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The Medical Dads explore why being a dad is a lonely business. Whether its meeting people through their children's playdates, or through athletic endeavours, its not easy to for dads when it comes to friendships.
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Finally, the Medical Dads are proud to present their own take on Sickle and Ebert's movie reviews. For your listening pleasure, a deep dive review of two movies of vital, global importance (also known as the only two movies Dave has watched this year): Pixar's Turning Red and then, a spoiler laden review of The Batman.
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In this episode (recorded a few weeks earlier in June), Stu and Dave talk about their plans for the upcoming summer, and why the summer of 2022 promises to be more interesting than just another COVID summer.
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The Medical Dads are here to ring in the biggest day of the year!
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This week, in a continuation of the discussion about life in the Pediastric ER, the tables turn and Stu puts Dave in the hot seat to find out what people should know before they book an appointment with their family doctor.
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The Medical Dads survived the great spring thunderstorm of 2022 and live to tell the tale!
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For Mother's Day, Stu and Dave sit down to share some stories about the long winding road their moms took to get where they are today. Happy Mother's Day to everyone out there!
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Stu and Dave give a primer on what parents should know about emergency rooms. When is a good time to go the ER? Should they bring food with them? What exactly constitutes an emergency? If you've ever been confused by all the various health care options out there, from family medicine clinics to walk in clinics to the ER, this episode is for you!
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In a continuation to the last conversation on junk food, the Medical Dads have a serous, medical talk about potato chips, before sharing their thoughts about sugar snacks and ice cream.
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Where else in the world will you get a long form discussion by medical doctors about the merits of junk food from McDonald's to fried chicken. Just like quality junk food, this episode will leave you happy and satiated but perhaps not much better off in the grand scheme!
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For the 30th anniversary of Basic Instinct, the Medical Dads talk about movies that are definitely not appropriate for their kids... yet.
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Dave and Stu reflect on the state of the world while war rages in the Ukraine. Is the world simply one big exercise in playground diplomacy? How does one process war as a parent? How do they talk to their children about the realities of the world we live in? The Medical Dads do their best to wrap their heads around some serious topics this week.
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The Medical Dads ponder the Endemic. Is it the end of the pandemic or is it the beginning of something else? Is it time to make plans for the summer? How worried are we about COVID as we had into spring? As COVID nears the two year mark, the Medical Dads get ready to talk about the end!
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Stu and Dave stay on the topic of books, as they make time to talk comic books, graphic novels and Manga. Where else can you get a discussion about the Slam Dunk manga, Popeye, Calvin and Hobbes and Demon Slayer? Nowhere else.
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Where else are you going to get a discussion about Demon Slayer manga, Anne of Green Gables and Paw Patrol books all in the same hour? I didn't think so!
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As the Beijing Winter Olympics roll on, the Medical Dads get into the Olympic spirit and talk about watching sports with their children and share memorable stories about the Blue Jays, Raptors, and watching sports with their own parents back in the day.
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Stu and Dave sit down and talk about the Canadian version of Chinese New Year. Stu brushes up on his Chinese New Year greetings and they share some stories and memories about Chinese New Years from years gone by.
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Stu and Dave take a break from worrying about Omicron to talk about the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to siblings and sibling rivalries. What can parents do to manage sibling rivalries? When are sibling rivalries beneficial and what happens when they go sour.
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This week, as the Omicron variant rages around Ontario, Stu and and Dave break down how parents should weigh the various factors as they consider whether to send their children back to school or not.
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Its 2022 and suddenly Covid is back in full force. Stu and Dave talk about how Covid upended their Christmas holidays and is now threatening to upend schooling and parenting once again.
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In this episode, recorded a month ago, Stu and Dave take a break from Covid talk and break down some common misconceptions (and conceptions) about Canada and Canadians. This is the break from Covid talk that you didn't know you needed!
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The Medical Dads break down the 12 things they are wishing for this Christmas, culminating in a discussion of possibly the greatest Christmas movie ever made.
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Stu and Dave talk about trying to parent during the internet age. From children using internet "for school," to playing online games, to accessing social media, the internet causes parents a lot of grief. How do we monitor what our kids are doing online? Is there a safe way for kids to navigate the internet? The Medical Dads share some of their own ideas about the internet and how to deal with it as parents.
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Stu and Dave wax nostalgic about sick days from when they were growing up. Stu shares his mother's cure for children's sick days, while Dave recalls how sick days can sometimes motivate people to acts of athletic brilliance.
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Stu and Dave share some stories and life lessons culled from over a decade on the front lines of home ownership. When things break down in the home, what do the medical dads do besides panic?
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Stu and Dave talk about school lunches and how their own experience with lunches have shaped their views on what their kids should eat for lunch at school. Hot lunches? Lunch at home? We've got you covered with everything from White Rice to Twinkies!
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On the eve of Halloween, Stu and Dave get together to discuss the current state of Covid this Halloween and also what happens when Dave decides to plant a tree in his backyard.
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Stu and Dave talk about superheroes and comic books and how it all related to parenting. What happens when you introduce your kids to Spider-Man and the Hulk and then things get out of control? Is there a safe age for kids to start following the MCU? All these very important questions discussed on this episode of Medial Dads.
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This year, for Thanksgiving, Stu and Dave talk about what yet another COVID Thanksgiving feels like. Then, with Truth and Remembrance Day still on their minds, they talk about the origins of Thanksgiving, and reflect on what it means to live in Canada today.
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Stu and Dave sit down to talk about hoarding. Stu and Dave talk about what it's like raising children in the age of eBay and Amazon Prime, when everyone's hoard just keeps growing bigger and bigger and bigger.
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Stu and Dave discuss the thought processes and antics that parents go through in the quest to optimize their children's education. Split grades? Parent/Teacher Ratios? Public vs Private? They've got something to say about it all!
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In the season 3 premiere of Medical Dads, Stu and Dave regroup after a summer away from podcasts to talk about children settling into return to school routines while COVID rages on, with no clear end point in sight.
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Stu and Dave talk Hollywood's takes on fathers. From stern dads to funny dads to action hero dads to villain dads. If you think dad's aren't represented well in Hollywood, well, this one's for you!
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Stu and Dave break down what to do when the human body gets ambushed by foreign bodies. Splinters. Coins. Ear plugs. What do you do when your child is afflicted by a foreign body? We've got you covered!
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Stu and Dave talk about their views on yelling at children. When is it necessary? When is it best avoided? Do these new age "never yell at your children" parenting books have a point? Have a listen and find out!
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Stu and Dave reconvene a meeting of the Medical Dads Book Club. They break down how they plan to hoard or not store their children's books, and then discuss what their kids are reading lately, including Gordon Korman, and Big Nate amongst others. Then they discuss Roald Dahl, Dr. Seuss and political correctness.
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This week, Stu and Dave talk about broken bones and how to manage them. When do patients and parents need to think about going to the ER? What are some common types of injury? And what are the best options for managing broken bones?
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This week, Stu and Dave break down the topic of constipation in children. What are the common causes? What are the best treatment options? And what on earth are high school students supposed to do when confronted with the choice of going to the bathroom at school or holding it in all day long?
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This week, for the season finale, the Medical Dads head back to the kitchen, to report on what recipes have been working for them these last few months in the kitchen. They also discuss what is going on with COVID as the summer holidays beckon. Are we turning the corner at last with the vaccines on board? What does parenting this year look like with virtual summer camps?
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Stu and Dave break down what is going on with Covid and the controversies surrounding the vaccination process and what to do if you happened to get an Astra Zeneca vaccine in the first go around. Then, at last, Stu and Dave get to break down their own special day of the year: Father's Day, by sharing some stories about their own fathers
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This week Stu and Dave talk about head injuries and concussions. What are they? What should we do when they happen? And what should parents and children consider when returning to sports and activities in the aftermath of one.
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Stu and Dave talk about ADHD, also known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Is it under diagnosed or over diagnosed? What are the treatment options? What do parents need to know about this condition?
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The Medical Dads share some thoughts about discussing death and dying with children. What are some good ways to talk about death? What are some pitfalls to avoid?
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Ready to play some board games with the family? What are some good board games for you to try with your children? The Medical Dads have you covered as you try to solve boredom with some board games!
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This week, Stu and Dave discuss performance anxiety, and specifically how it applies to stage fright. They revisit buried memories of piano recitals gone bad, and share some parenting tips on how to get children more in tune with being in front of an audience
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Stu and Dave talk about what's going on with the COVID third wave lately, including the latest on the Astra Zeneca vaccine. Then they talk about Mother's Day and how they will try to navigate it with their families.
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Stu and Dave discuss the role of art in their children's lives. From art classes during the pandemic to picking up the copious amounts of artwork that inevitably pile up around the house, the Medical Dads have you covered in creativity this week!
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Stu and Dave discuss the third wave of COVID. They talk about watching Star Wars with young children, the worsening COVID situation in Ontario and how the province moved from a lock down to a shutdown and closed playgrounds and tennis courts. Then they offer a new campaign slogan for what will fix our society once and for all.
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This week, Stu and Dave break down what some of their favourite (and not so favourite) dad gadgets are, from kitchen gadgets that they can't do without to gadgets that are gathering dust.
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Stu and Dave begin by answering a mailbag question about how to deal with a 1 year old who insists on co-sleeping with his parents. Then they share some tips on how to manage time while juggling the demands of work, parenting and adult life.
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This week, Stu and Dave break down the joys of car ownership. From buying their first cars, to regular maintenance and repairs, the Medical Dads prepare to drive this one into the ground!
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Stu and Dave talk about another holiday in the time of Covid. They break down what is going on in their cities with COVID of late, discuss the Astra Zeneca vaccine side effect situation, and then take about the Easter Bunny.
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One year in, Stu and Dave talk about anxiety and COVID, and how the virus has put everyone's mental health on edge.
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One year into the COVID pandemic, Stu and Dave discuss what the past year has been like. They share stories and memories, starting with the early months of the pandemic and follow it through to the present day.
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Stu and Dave discuss the Covid 19 Vaccine. Should people be getting it? Who shouldn't be getting it? How does it work? What's the rollout like? They also share their own vaccine stories.
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Stu and Dave talk about childhood tantrums. How to avoid them? Ways to deal with them when they inevitably arise, and when they might signify something else.
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The Medical Dads dive in to discuss what they learned from their favourite TV dads of yesteryear, from Carl Winslow to Danny Tanner to Al Bundy. Then they struggle to determine where Heathcliffe Huxtable ranks in the all time TV dad rankings.
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Stu and Dave do a long-winded deep dive into 4 common respiratory illnesses, including asthma, croup, bronchiolitis, and pneumonia.
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Stu and Dave gear up for Valentine's Day by talking about how they plan to celebrate a Covid Valentine's Day, while Stu waxes nostalgic about Valentine's days from years gone by!
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Stu and Dave sit down to share some advice about transitioning children from breast milk/formula over to solid foods. They talk about when is a good time to start solids, what sequence of foods to use, and share some advice around common pitfalls around solid food transition, including constipation and allergies.
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Stu and Dave discuss how their household kitchens and cooking habits have changed since the pandemic. Then they break down some go-to recipes that have helped them get through the last nine months, including home made burgers, ribs, and hot pot.
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As Covid starts to surge around the country and their respective cities enter the harshest lockdown yet, Stu and Dave talk about the good and the bad of once again working from home.
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The Medical Dads attempt to figure out what options are there for exercise for both themselves and for their children during a frigid cold Covid winter.
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Stu and Dave continue their conversation about how parenting has changed from their parents time to now. This time, they focus on the role of the dad in the modern family, and reminisce about their own dads managed to parent back in the day.
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The Medical Dads take a moment to reflect on some of the big pictures changes that have happened in society from the time they were children to now as parents. They talk about some of the obvious things that have changed, including our society's approach to drugs and screen time.
Then they discuss some bigger parenting shifts. Do children have it easier now or harder than in the past? Are parents being more fearful than ever? Where are we headed as parents?
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Stu and Dave encounter the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future as part of their Christmas special!
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Stu and Dave dish on parenting in an age of increasing in-civility. Are manners still relevant in this day and age? Is there a dark side to teaching our children to being polite? Please, have a listen and enjoy.
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Stu and Dave reminisce about learning to ride their bikes, and discuss all aspects of teaching their children to ride, including bicycle safety and helmets. From pedal-less stride bikes to unicycles, this episode will have you spinning your gears!
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Stu and Dave gather to discuss medical issues surrounding ears and hearing in children. They cover everything related to ears from their views on headphones to remedies for ear wax and ear infections. Guaranteed to leave you more informed about ear wax than before you listened to the episode!
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Stu and Dave make the case in favour of comics and comic books. They talk about the joys of comics, and share some titles from both past and present that they think are good to get children into reading.
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Stu and Dave discuss Halloween and why Dave abhors this holiday. They then break down the current COVID situation and how it will affect trick or treating this year in their respective hometowns, and Stu gives some alternatve ways to celebrate this holiday in a safe and socially distant manner.
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Stu and Dave debate the merits of teaching their children about financial literacy. Is it ever too early to start learning about money? And what are their approaches to dealing with money and their children. Are allowances a good idea? Or just something children on TV have? Parents, it's time to crack open those piggy banks and get down to business!
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Stu and Dave take a moment to ponder Thanksgiving in the time of Covid. How do you survive a Thanksgiving when their cities have forbidden family gatherings? Then they chat about what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving.
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This week, with children around Canada and the US having returned to classes for a few weeks, Stu and Dave discuss what life is like right now for both children and parents. They share stories about their children navigating both real and virtual school, discuss the science behind why viruses are more virulent in winter, and close with practical advice on what people should be doing as COVID numbers start to climb around the province.
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This week, Stu and Dave take on the topic of parenting and video games. They wax nostalgia about the video games of their childhood and then break down some of the current issues facing parents when it comes to home consoles like video game time restriction and video game addiction, .
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This week, Stu and Dave break down what it's like to parent during the age of the cell phones. They talk screen time, data plans, the risks of cancer and more. If your children are pressuring you to get them a phone, or you're wondering what a parent is to do in this day and age, look no further.
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This week, Stu and Dave reconvene to continue their discussion on outdoor play. They talk backyards, playgrounds, swimming pool and more, while sharing some thoughts on outdoor safety and just plain outdoor fun.
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Just in time for the end of summer, the Medical Dads break down the joys and travails of sending their children outdoors as much as they can, and along the way, discuss Dave's favourite outdoor topic - sun safety!
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The Medical Dads are Back! Back for the premiere of Season 2 of the Medical Dads Podcast and back to discuss going back to school for children after almost 6 months away from school! This week, Stu and Dave break down the only issue parents are thinking about as September nears.. Have a listen as they break down the science and the worries of going back!
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Stu and Dave reflect on racism, and share some thoughts and viewpoints about racial inequality and their own experiences with prejudice.
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On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss the trials and travails of schooling their children at home. For any parent who's been trying in vain to teach their children something while working from home, this episode is sure to ring true.
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On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss the spike in household injuries that is occurring as a result of Covid, and give some practical advice on things to watch for at home, including everything from slamming doors to coffee tables to jumping off sofas. If you have children and they have a home to live in, then this episode is for you!
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This week, Stu and Dave talk about children and the style boundaries they try to push, from what clothes to wear to school, to mohawks to the medical implications of earrings and tattoos, we've got you covered!
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This week, Stu and Dave take a break from talking about children and turn their attention to parental health, and more specifically, the phenomenon of the "man cold." Ever found yourself lying face down in bed with a fever or rushing back and forth to the toilet while your kids are busy terrorizing the house in your absence? Then this episode's for you!
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In this week's episode, recorded way before the Coronavirus pandemic during an alternate timeline, Stu and Dave sit down to discuss summer camps for children, what they look for when enrolling kids in camp, their own memories of endless summers, and Stu's time as a summer camp medical doctor!
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On this week's episode, Stu and I sit down and break down what's going on as the Coronavirus rolls on towards the summer. We discuss our plans for the coming months and what might happen in the fall to our children, depending on whether schools open or not. Then, we talk a little about how our work has been affected by the dawn of virtual doctor visits and Dave gives an update on how he's coping with grocery shopping now.
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Stu and Dave chat about the importance of imagination in both childhood and adulthood, and share some stories of imaginary life, including everything from imaginary friends to imaginary fights. They then talk about ways to nurture children's imaginations, and even attempt to explain why television may actually be beneficial to us all!
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Is one really the loneliest number? Is two a crowd? Does three mean an odd one will be out? What about pairing off with fours? Or how about five, or six, or even more? This week, Stu and Dave discuss the size of families, and the peculiarities that occur based on the number of children in these families. If you've been thinking about whether to expand your family, then the answer is yes, and this episode is for you!
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On this week's episode, Stu and Dave take a break from worrying about Coronavirus and sit down to share their views on the importance of literacy and how to get children started on books early. Then they give some book recommendations for your children. From Dr. Seuss to Elephant and Piggie, this episode has got you covered!
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Stu and Dave discuss how Coronavirus is unleashing an epidemic of anxiety. They go into detail about what the nerve-wracking experience of grocery shopping and then offer some advice about ways to stay calm and keep move on.
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On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss what life looks like after another week of social distancing, home schooling, and trying to stay sane during the Coronavirus outbreak. What's the deal with wearing masks? Theories about why the virus affects some people more than others, and are there any silver linings we can glean from all this?
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On this episode, Stu and Dave take another look at newborn baby care, this time with regard to the many strange and bizarre myths that have built up around the subject of caring for newborn babies and their mothers.
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This week, Stu and Dave record an emergency podcast about the of Coronavirus and the implementation of self isolation and social distancing. They talk about their current situations at work, review practical matters of social distancing and talk about getting ready for many more days at home with their children.
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Stu and Dave offer up a respite for everyone at the beginning of a really, really long March break, as they discuss parenting and bullying. They share some stories about their own childhood, as well as stories about their own children's travails in the jungle of life.
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Stu and Dave talk about food and meal preparation from a dad's perspective. They share their own childhood memories about food, and then move on to talk about grocery shopping before finally sharing some of their go-to- "Dad recipes," including Stu's Mashed Potatoes and Dave's Japanese Curry Chicken.
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On this week's episode, Stu and Dave take a break from medicine to nerd out about all things Star Wars! They discuss parenting and Star Wars, including vital issues as what is the correct sequence to watch all the movies in with their children, and what is a good age to introduce children to the series. Then they break down their thoughts about Episode 9: the Rise of Skywalker.
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Stu and Dave sit down to talk about dealing with bored kids. Is boredom an essential part of life? Does it breed creativity? What do you do when your children complain about being bored? Are they really flatlining or are you being manipulated as they wield being bored like its a threat?
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On this week's episode, Stu and Dave share memories about parties from their childhood and get into the complicated matter of planning children's birthday parties in the here and now. Who gets invited? Who doesn't get invited? Are sleepovers okay? How is it possible that these little children could have such complicated social lives? All this and more!
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On this week's special episode of the Medical Dads, Stu and Dave sit down and discuss the medical crisis that has the whole world talking. Coronavirus: what is it? And should we be panicking? And what are regular parents and families supposed to do about it right now?
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On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss food and the process of feeding children. They discuss some of the typical meals they feed their children, the importance of families eating together, and wonder where all the sugar cereal from their childhood has gone.
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In this day and age, it's impossible to raise a family without hired help, so the Medical Dads sound off on the subject of paid help and share some life lessons gleaned from years of dealing with all sorts of helpers, all the way from nannies to electricians to gardeners.
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In this day and age, it's impossible to raise a family without hired help, so the Medical Dads sound off on the subject of paid help and share some life lessons gleaned from years of dealing with all sorts of helpers, all the way from nannies to electricians to gardeners.
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In this week's episode, Stu and Dave wax nostalgia about when their oldest children were born and discuss what a man's role really is when it comes to breastfeeding and being in the delivery room. They also make time to share some medical tips about feeding little babies.
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After a holiday hiatus, Stu and Dave return to give their respective stances on play fighting. When is a little pushing and shoving in the playground officially going too far? Should play fighting be encouraged? Along the way, they share their own childhood stories of brawls gone awry, including Stu's epic confrontations with his brother, and Dave's infamous university basketball throw down.
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This week, a special Christmas present from the Medical Dads, an episode where Stu and Dave discuss all things Christmas, including when to tell children about Santa Claus, the bizarre ritual of mall photos with Santa Claus, and their thoughts on Christmas trees.
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In this week's episode, Dave and Stu give a primer on the issue of allergies in children. They talk about peanut allergies, food allergies, seasonal allergies, and drug allergies as well as anaphylaxis.
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Stu and Dave discuss managing fever in children. After this episode, you won't need Google anymore to help you manage your child's fever, as they tell you everything you need to know about fever, from buying the right thermometer to when to send your kids back to school when the fever is done.
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Stu and Dave tell the epic stories of trying to get their kids to sleep - including details about "crying it out," night lights and black out blinds. Then, in the first ever Medical Dads Medical Tip of the Week (40:35), they share advice on how to deal with... ear wax!
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In this week's episode, Stu and Dave talk about picking up after their children's toys and also reminisce about the toys of their childhood that they wished they had owned.
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Stu and Dave try to make sense of their kids attempts at dropping their naps, and offer some suggestions on how to manage the all important daytime rest that kids and parents both need.
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Stu and Dave sit down to discuss the issue of too many after school activities for their children, and reflect on their own experiences growing up in a bygone era.
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In this week's episode, Stu and Dave talk about dentists and share some stories about dentistry, both from the standpoint of dads taking their children to see the dentist, and also as physicians who are often asked by patients to give both prescriptions and advice about teeth, something they learned nothing about in school.
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Better late than never, Stu and Dave sit down for a discussion about all things related to their children going back to school, from morning routines to advice for dealing with common school-related illnesses.
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Stu and Dave discuss how to manage diarrhea in children and share some stories about their own experiences dealing with gastroenteritis, both in the clinic and at home.
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Stu and Dave discuss their misadventures with potty training, and share some parenting advice on helping children make the transition out of diapers.
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In the premiere episode of Medical Dads, Stu and Dave give some tips for surviving airplane flights with children. Then, in the first ever Medical Dads mailbag, they respond to the question, "when is a good time for a new dad to have a night out with the boys after you have a new baby?"
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