Children’s Health Checkup: Recent Episodes
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Children’s Health Checkup answers parents’ most common questions about raising healthy and happy kids. Find expert parenting advice, health tips and more from one of the largest pediatric health care providers in the country.
While sports and physical activity have several health benefits for kids, the stress and pressures of being a competitive athlete can impact their mental health. In this episode, Kimberly Williams, LCSW, addresses the challenges young athletes face and provide tips on how to help them achieve a healthy balance between athletic performance and mental wellness.
Learn more about how to support young athletes
When properly planned, plant-based diets can offer many health benefits. But is it safe for babies and growing children to be vegan? This episode discusses the potential benefits and challenges, how to ensure a plant-based diet meets all the nutritional needs of growing kids and gives tips for making the transition smoothly.
Learn more about how to build healthy habits and make lifestyle changes as a family at childrens.com/getupandgo.
Research shows that girls are getting their periods earlier – with many beginning before the age of 9. This episode explores what parents should know and shares advice on how to prepare your child for their first period.
Learn more about how to discuss puberty with kids or schedule an appointment at childrens.com/aya.
Play is an important part of a child’s development. With screens and technology, how do you know if your child is playing enough? This podcast highlights the benefits of playtime and gives parents tips for encouraging children to participate in different types of play.
Back-to-school season can be stressful for both parents and children. In this episode, we'll give you tips to ease the transition back to school, including how to manage anxiety, establish healthy routines and promote overall well-being for your children.
See more tips and advice for making this school year a healthy and happy one. https://www.childrens.com/health-wellness/back-to-school
Helicopter parenting can negatively impact your child’s development, mental health and self-esteem. This episode explores what helicopter parenting is, the affects it has on children and tips to better support your child’s growth.
For more information on how to support your child and their mental health, visit childrens.com/mentalhealth.
Aprenda cómo identificar los signos de una convulsión y qué hacer en caso de que un niño/a experimente una.
Learn how to spot the signs of a seizure and what to do in case a child experiences one.
Si su hijo/a ha sido diagnosticado/a con epilepsia, asegurarse de que reciba el mejor tratamiento posible es una de las cosas más importantes que puede hacer. Este podcast explora los diferentes tratamientos disponibles para la epilepsia en niños, incluyendo medicamentos, dietas y opciones quirúrgicas.
Cuando un niño tiene epilepsia, a menudo experimenta convulsiones recurrentes, que son perturbaciones rápidas e incontrolables en el cerebro. Este podcast se sumerge en la comprensión de la epilepsia pediátrica, sus causas y cómo puede ser tratada. Obtén más información en childrens.com/epilepsy.
If your child is diagnosed with epilepsy, making sure they get the best treatment possible is one of the most important things you can do. This podcast explores the different treatments available for epilepsy in kids, including medications, diets and surgical options.
When a child has epilepsy, they often experience recurring seizures – quick, uncontrollable disturbances in the brain. This podcast takes a deep dive into understanding pediatric epilepsy, its causes and how it can be treated. Learn more at childrens.com/epilepsy.
In this episode, Dr. Krishnan dives into the sensitive topic of weight loss treatment for children, addressing concerns while providing a balanced view of the available options.
Receiving the diagnosis of a fetal congenital heart defect can be overwhelming. This podcast explores what to expect if your unborn baby has a heart condition and answers questions expecting parents might have to prepare them for a fetal cardiology visit. See more information about fetal heart conditions on childrens.com.
With mental health issues on the rise in children, parents may find themselves advocating for more mental health support at school. Get tips from experts at Children’s Health.
Early diagnosis of ADHD can help a child manage symptoms. This podcast explores how to tell if your child is experiencing symptoms of ADHD and the best ways to support them, such as establishing structure, consistency and more.
See more information about ADHD on childrens.com.
Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States and can affect all ages. A clinical therapist discusses the rise in suicide in children and teens, warning signs and ways parents can talk to their child.
Visit childrens.com/mentalhealth for more resources. If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 for help.
A psychologist and clinical therapist share tips for parents on how to ease back-to-school anxiety in children.
See more resources for supporting your child’s mental health at childrens.com/mentalhealth.
A neurologist shares what parents should know about autism in kids, including early signs your child may have autism, what to do if your child has symptoms, recommended therapies and more.
Learn about the world-class care provided by The Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities at Children’s Health
Pediatricians discuss the COVID-19 vaccine, its benefits and the best ways to talk with people who are hesitant to get it. For information about the COVID-19 vaccine, please visit childrens.com/vaccine.
Pediatric psychologists discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected children’s mental health and ways that families can cope and adjust. Visit childrens.com/mentalhealth for mental health resources for children and teens.
Experts discuss what they have experienced on the COVID-19 front line, including risk for serious illness, long-term effects and multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C).
An infectious disease expert shares the facts about COVID-19 variants, what they mean for your family’s health and how to keep children safe.
RSV is a common virus that can cause cold-like symptoms. But did you know it can be especially dangerous for infants? Learn why.
Learn the facts about COVID-19 vaccines, including common questions related to vaccinating kids and what’s safe for those who have been vaccinated. Get more facts by visiting the Children’s Health COVID-19 hub.
Transitioning to adulthood is an exciting time and includes health care transition. Learn when and how to start preparing your child.
COVID-19 has changed day-to-day life for many, including athletes. From changing practice and game schedules to safely returning to play after COVID-19, learn advice from an expert on how to support athletes during COVID-19.
With a growing number of children developing high blood pressure, experts have identified more effective ways to screen at-risk children earlier. In this podcast, we’ll educate parents about high blood pressure in children, so they can be aware of its risks and know how to help their children stay healthy.
Dr. Mhammas Gaith Said Semrin, Dr. Laura Austin, and Mary Fink explain what a feeding disorder is, the cause, and how to tell if your child has one.
how athletes can sharpen their abilities from the neck up by strengthening cognitive skills.
Otoniel Santiago shares ways to implement healthy habits as a family like exercising together, eating healthy, managing screen time and getting enough sleep to support and improve overall health.
Dr. Sarah Barlow and Dr. Ashley Kim share simple ways to encourage healthy eating habits for kids around the house.
It’s normal for children to feel stressed or anxious about change and the unknown that comes with the COVID-19 pandemic. Psychologist Nicholas Westers explains how parents can help.
Otoniel Santiago, Clinical Dietitian, shares how much sugar is too much for kids and ways to control sugar intake as a family.
Dr. Megha Mehta discusses the advanced methods Children's Health is using for treating pancreatitis.
Dr. Kendall Brown, Pediatric Gastroenterologist, shares advice and insight on how families can adopt habits at home that will promote a healthy gut.
Hillary Kimbley, Ph.D., shares advice and resources on how to discuss race and racism with your child in age-appropriate ways.
Cinthia Vega discusses various ways to childproof a home to keep kids safe from common household dangers.
Jesus Alderete discusses tips on how to keep children safe in and around the water and prevent drowning.
Dr. Loveland discusses various training tips and exercises to prevent ACL injuries in kids.
Victoria Rodino shares insight for parents on having a successful and easy virtual visit.
Stephen LaPlante, Physical Therapist, discusses sports specialization and overuse injuries.
Dr. Naqvi discusses the importance of sleep for a child's brain, how to get children to sleep, and what to do when your child wakes up in the middle of the night.
Melissa Fossier shares information about the ketogenic diet and discusses whether or not it's safe for children and teens.
Learn about the health effects of vaping and what parents should know from a pulmonologist through this conversation with Dr. Devika Rao.
Dr. Preeti Sharma informs parents on how to prevent the flu and what to do if their child gets the flu.
Dr. Abha Choudhary informs parents about the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and answers some frequently asked questions.