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Healthy Children
Welcome to Healthy Children: a podcast for parents from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Each episode features interviews with leading experts on topics that will help you on your parenting journey, like social media and mental health, nutrition from infancy through adolescence, treating common illnesses, and sleep strategies for kids of all ages. Learn about the most important innovations in pediatrics and parenting from the people behind them. So whether you're looking for general…
Episodes
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When is Your Child Ready for a Phone? A Parent's Guide to Safe Digital Habits – Ep. 101
Dr. Tiffany Munzer joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about parental controls for devices and social media accounts. They break down how to determine…
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Ask the Pediatrician: Sleep Regression, Teen Breakups, Excessive Screen Time & More – Ep. 100
Dr. Jennifer Shu joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez for a special "Ask the Pediatrician" to celebrate the 100th episode of the Healthy Children podcast. They…
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Keeping Kids Protected: Vaccine Updates for Parents – Ep. 99
Dr. Ari Brown joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about childhood vaccines. They share the latest updates about the measles outbreaks in the U.S., how…
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The Ultimate School Year Guide for Parents: Sleep, Vaccines and Healthy Routines – Ep. 98
Dr. Melissa Stockwell joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to share practical tips for a healthy, successful school year. From vaccine updates and sleep…
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How Divorce Affects Children and What Parents Can Do– Ep. 97
Dr. David Hill joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about divorce. They break down how it impacts a child's emotional well-being, the complexities of…
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Parent Self-Care: Simple Ways to Reduce Stress and Find Balance – Ep. 96
Dr. Whitney Casares joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about self-care for parents. They break down what self-care looks like, why it's so important…
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Choosing Child Care: Safety, Quality and Costs – Ep. 95
Dr. Danette Swanson Glassy joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about child care. They explore the benefits and drawbacks of different options including…
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Is Your Child Ready for a Pet? Benefits, Risks and Best Choices for Families – Ep. 94
Dr. Wendy Pomerantz joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about choosing a pet. They explore the social emotional benefits of pet ownership, along with…
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Can Recess Improve Learning? The Research Every Parent Should Hear – Ep. 93
Drs. Bob Murray and Cathy Ramstetter join host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about how recess supports children's learning, health and well-being. They…
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Ask the Pediatrician: What to Do When a Toddler Bites, Keeping Cool During a Heatwave, Getting Teens to Read for Fun & More – Ep. 92
Dr. Jennifer Shu joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez a special "Ask the Pediatrician" episode. They dive into listener questions on topics ranging from how to…
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Are Your Cleaning Products Really Safe? Protecting Kids from Toxic Chemicals – Ep. 91
Dr. Lauren Zajac joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about cleaning product safety and how families can make informed choices. They break down terms…
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What New Parents Need to Know About Postpartum Depression and Anxiety – Ep. 90
Dr. Diane Arnaout joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about the most common challenges of the postpartum period. They explore postpartum anxiety and…
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The Hidden Risks of Online Challenges and Social Media Trends – Ep. 89
Dr. Elizabeth Murray joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about dangerous online trends and challenges. They break down the different types, explore why…
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Why Curfews Matter: Safety, Independence and Raising Responsible Teens – Ep. 88
Dr. Cora Breuner joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about curfews. They examine why curfews are essential for safety and how they can help teens…
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Car Seat Safety 101: Choosing the Right Car Seat for Every Stage – Ep. 87
Dr. Ben Hoffman joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about car seat safety. They break down which types of car seats protect your child at each stage of…
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How Vaccines Changed the World: The History Every Parent Should Know – Ep. 86
Dr. Adam Ratner joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to explore the fascinating history of vaccinations. They trace how the very first vaccine was developed to…
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Water Safety Basics for Families: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Drowning Prevention – Ep. 85
Dr. Julie Gilchrist joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about water safety. They explore common drowning risks and how to recognize when someone is in…
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Ask the Pediatrician: Baby's First Beach Trip, Video Game Safety, Sleepaway Camp, Summer Fun & More – Ep. 84
Dr. Jennifer Shu joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez a special "Ask the Pediatrician" episode. They dive into listener questions on topics ranging from taking…
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The First Year with Baby: New Parent Stress and Building Confidence – Ep. 83
Dr. Diane Arnaout joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about caring for a baby during the first year of life. They explore the stresses of the early…
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Kids' Mental Health: Coping Skills to Help with Anxiety and Stress – Ep. 82
Dr. Ken Ginsburg joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about healthy mental and emotional development in kids and adolescents. They unpack common…
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Kids: What Parents Need to Know – Ep. 81
Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about artificial intelligence (AI). They break down what artificial intelligence is, how…
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Baby Communication 101: Babbling, First Words and Early Language Development – Ep. 80
Dr. Laura Jana joins guest host Dr. Alok Patel to talk about baby communication. They explore early forms of connection like serve and return, joint attention…
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Navigating Bullying: The Emotional Toll and How to Help – Ep. 79
Dr. Megan Moreno joins guest host Dr. David Hill to talk about bullying. They break down what bullying looks like, its psychological toll and the various…
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Are Ultra-Processed Foods Harming Your Child's Health? – Ep. 78
Dr. Natalie Muth joins guest host Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie to talk about ultra-processed foods. They break down what ultra-processed foods really are, how…
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Teen Dating: How Parents Can Support Healthy Relationships – Ep. 77
Dr. Liz Miller joins guest host Dr. Hailey Nelson to talk about teen dating and relationships. They explore when tweens and teens may begin expressing interest…
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The Latest on Childhood Vaccines: Measles, Febrile Seizures and Newborn Shots – Ep. 76
Dr. Ari Brown joins guest host Dr. Jennifer Shu to talk about childhood vaccines. They share the latest update about the measles outbreaks in the U.S. and what…
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Teen Substance Use: What Parents Need to Know About Vaping, Weed & Fentanyl – Ep. 75
Dr. Deepa Camenga joins guest host Dr. Khadijia Tribié Reid to talk about teen substance use. They delve into the health effects of vaping and other popular…
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Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness: What to Know Before the First Day – Ep. 74
Dr. Nathaniel Beers joins guest host Dr. Molly O'Shea to talk about preschool and kindergarten readiness. They unpack the advantages of preschool attendance…
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How Much Sleep Do Teens Really Need? Expert Advice for Parents – Ep. 73
Dr. Cora Breuner joins guest host Dr. Scott Hadland to talk about teen sleep habits. They explore why teenagers naturally stay up later, what happens when they…
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Understanding Autism: A Deep Dive with Dr. Tommy Martin – Ep. 72
Dr. Tommy Martin joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about autism. Together, they break down science behind the rising number of autism diagnoses…
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Body Positivity and Kids: How to Raise Confident, Healthy Children – Ep. 71
Dr. Whitney Casares joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to explore the foundations of body positivity. They talk about how kids can thrive at any size, the…
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Ask the Pediatrician: Vaccine Recommendations, Screen Time for Babies, Sharing, Nosebleeds & More – Ep. 70
Dr. Jennifer Shu joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez for a special "Ask the Pediatrician" episode. They dive into listener questions on topics ranging from…
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What Summer Camp Teaches Kids—and How Parents Can Help– Ep. 69
Dr. Laura Blaisdell joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to discuss summer camp. They explain how it can be a big developmental milestone for kids, including…
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Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation: Protecting Your Kids Online – Ep. 68
Dr. Nia Bodrick joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to discuss human trafficking and online exploitation. They go over the scope of the problem, who is most at…
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Vaccines and Kids: Latest News and Expert Tips – Ep. 67
Dr. Adam Ratner joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to discuss questions parents may have about vaccines. They share the latest measles outbreaks in the U.S…
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Raising Boys in the Digital Age: Navigating Online Masculinity Trends – Ep. 66
Dr. Jason Nagata joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to unpack the latest internet trends shaping boys and young men. They dive into looksmaxxing, the…
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Understanding Eating Disorders in Kids and Teens: Signs, Support & Fostering Healthy Habits – Ep. 65
Dr. Reshma Shah joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about eating disorders and restrictive eating in children and teens. They break down how they…
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Birth Control Basics for Parents: Methods, Myths and Teen Readiness – Ep. 64
Dr. Elizabeth Alderman joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about birth control. They break down the different methods, how to know if your teen is…
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Raising Multilingual Kids: Benefits and How to Begin – Ep. 63
Dr. Mariana Glusman joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about multilingualism. They explore the cognitive and social benefits of raising multilingual…
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Parenting Through Tummy Troubles: What's Normal and What's Not – Ep. 62
Dr. Patrick Reeves joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about common tummy troubles in kids. They go over conditions including viral "stomach bugs,"…
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Ask the Pediatrician: Picky Eaters, Daylight-Saving Time, Baby Sign Language, Strength Training & More– Ep. 61
Dr. Jennifer Shu joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez for a special "Ask the Pediatrician" episode. They answer questions submitted by listeners on topics…
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Are Food Coloring and Additives Safe for Kids? What Parents Should Know – Ep. 60
Dr. Steph Lee joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to explore the world of artificial food dyes and additives. They break down what these substances are, the…
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Trick-or-Treating with Confidence: Halloween Safety Tips for Parents – Ep. 59
Dr. Hailey Nelson joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez for a special Halloween-themed episode. They dive into key safety topics including pedestrian safety…
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Sibling Rivalry: Expert Tips to De-escalate Fights and Build Stronger Bonds – Ep. 58
Dr. Corinna Tucker joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about sibling rivalry. They explore what healthy conflict looks like, how birth order and age…
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Respiratory Virus Season and Shifting Vaccine Policies: A Parent's Guide – Ep. 57
Dr. Sean O'Leary joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to break down what parents need to know about respiratory virus season. They explore the risks of RSV…
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Playground Safety for Kids: Injury Prevention and Outdoor Fun – Ep. 56
Dr. Julie Gilchrist joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about playground safety. They cover simple strategies to prevent injuries from spoiling your…
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Diabetes in Children: Causes, Risk Factors and Prevention – Ep. 55
Dr. Brittany Bruggeman joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about diabetes. They go over the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, causes and…
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Back-to-School Vaccines: What to Know About Requirements & Community Immunity – Ep. 54
Dr. Lisa Costello joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about why keeping kids up –to date on vaccines matters for school and child care. They highlight…
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Back to School Sports Physicals and Heart Health – Ep. 53
Dr. Christopher Snyder joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about back-to-school sports screenings and cardiovascular health. They highlight what…
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Ask the Pediatrician: Back-to-School Anxiety, Flying with Kids, Starting a Sport, Teething Pain & More – Ep. 52
Dr. Jennifer Shu joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez for a special "Ask the Pediatrician" episode. They answer questions submitted by listeners on topics…
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Is a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet Safe for Kids? Myths and Meal Planning – Ep. 51
Dr. Reshma Shah joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about plant-based diets for kids. They explore the health benefits of vegetarian and vegan eating…
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Vaccine Facts, Recommendations & Schedules: Everything Parents Need to Know – Ep. 50
Dr. Ari Brown and Dr. Julie Boom join host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to break down what's behind the dangerous resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases like…
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ADHD in Children: Gender Differences, Diagnosis, and Daily Help – Ep. 49
Dr. Scott Hadland joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). They break down the signs and symptoms…
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Baby Constipation 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Safe Remedies – Ep. 48
Dr. Patrick Reeves joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about constipation. They examine what normal poop looks like for newborns and how to spot signs…
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Digging Into Nature: How Outdoor Adventures Help Kids Thrive – Ep. 47
Drs. Pooja Tandon and Danette Swanson Glassy join host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about their book Digging Into Nature: Outdoor Adventures for Happier…
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Breastfeeding Tips & Tricks for Moms & Those Who Support Them – Ep. 46
Dr. Hailey Nelson joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about breastfeeding. They focus on establishing a milk supply, safely storing breast milk…
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Video Games for Kids: How to Pick and When to Pause – Ep. 45
Dr. Jeffrey Hutchinson joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to discuss video games. They talk about selecting kid-friendly video games, monitoring your child's…
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Baby Bonding Basics: Building Trust, Love & Connection With Your Newborn – Ep. 44
Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to discuss The Baby Bonding Book: Connecting With Your Newborn. They talk about building a deep…
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Ask the Pediatrician: Measles and "Immune Amnesia," Reading Readiness, Sun Protection & More – Ep. 43
Dr. Jennifer Shu joins host Dr. Edith Branch-Sanchez for a special "Ask the Pediatrician" episode. They answer questions submitted by listeners on topics…
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Skincare for Tweens and Teens: Safe Routines & What to Avoid – Ep. 42
Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness joins host Dr. Bracho-Sanchez to discuss the latest skincare craze among tweens and teens. She provides tips for safe skincare routines…