Healthy Children
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
How to Survive Temper Tantrums
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s your worst nightmare. Your child throws a tantrum in a public place. You’re stressed out and are ready to have a tantrum of your own.How can ...
What to Do if Your Child Has Lice
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Even the cleanest children get lice. Those little bugs tend to nest in certain colors and textures of hair, which is why some people get repeat visits...
Importance of Father Figures
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A recent report published by the American Academy of Pediatrics proves the importance of fathers in the development of young children.Engaged fathers ...
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES)
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ACES or Adverse Childhood Experiences is a broad term for a number of stressful and negative events that can happen in a child's life and affect them ...
Children, Seasonal Depression, and Staying Busy in the Winter
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The slowness of winter and the stress of the holidays can be a lot, even for our children. Hilary Bowers, MD, is the Director of Behavioral and Menta...
Setting Goals in the New Year
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The beginning of a new year is always a time of resolutions and resetting your goals and intentions. So today we're chatting with Dr. Lanre Falusi in...
Fostering Healthy Goals & Attitudes
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone craves a fresh start sometimes, even our children. Whether it's a brand new year, or just wanting to try something new at any point in the ye...
Eliminating Race-Based Medicine
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a powerful new call to action, the American Academy of Pediatrics is demanding critical self-evaluation and fundamental changes in the practice of ...
Preventing Winter Injuries: Indoors & Outdoors
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we're out of our routines, that is the best time for chaos to enter the home. And with the holidays and winter breaks, all kinds of crazy injurie...
The Dangers of Marijuana Edibles to Small Children
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marijuana is now legal for medical or recreational use in many U.S. states, with its use on the rise. Unfortunately, so is the unintentional THC poiso...
Flu & Virus Prevention
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Between the seasonal flu, COVID-19, and the rising number of kids with RSV, it's time to talk about this triple-demic.Today we'll talk about the sligh...
Organized Sports Participation
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Watching your child play sports is exciting. You can support your child as an organized sports participant both emotionally and physically.Benefits of...
When Should I Get My Child A Cell Phone?
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's children grow up immersed in digital media, which can have both positive and negative effects on healthy development. And it can be difficult ...
Talking About Jaundice
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard the term jaundice before, and that it makes yellow babies, but you may not really understand what it is.New guidelines released ...
Teen Driving
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s face it, your child learning to drive can be very stressful for you as a parent. You want them to gain independence while still keeping them s...
Gender Identity and Presentation: How To Support Your Child
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Transgender, Gender Diverse, Non-Binary, Cisgender. There are a lot of words to describe sexual identity and presentation. And it can be difficult, es...
Helping Children with Constipation
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a parent, you know that it can be incredibly frustrating and even scary at times when your kids are constipated. It's really common and it's...
Why School Attendance is Important
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Now that our kids are back to in-person schooling, some of them don't always wanna go. But there are a number of reasons for that.So today we're talk...
Is Your Child Lagging Behind in School?
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If your child is having trouble at school, your pediatrician may be able to help. Risk factors or difficulties during pregnancy or early life could co...
Internet Challenges and TikTok Trends
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The milk crate challenge, the blackout challenge, the sleepy chicken challenge, and of course the Tide pod challenge. These were all internet games ba...
The Power of Positive Discipline
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When confronting the challenge of disciplining their children, moms and dads often default to the ways their own parents disciplined them, sometimes w...
Anxiety, Depression and Eating Disorders in Teens
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kids are now back in school and social situations with their peers. And we know that anxiety levels have been at an all-time high throughout this pand...
Updated Recommendations on Breastfeeding
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The AAP released updated recommendations on breastfeeding a few months ago, which have been a bit controversial because they call for supporting mo...
Safe Gun Storage & Preventing Gun Violence
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is not a discussion any parent wants to have with their kids. We don't even wanna think about it but think about it we must. Our kids have a uniq...
Conscious Parenting
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We do a lot of podcasts here at Healthy Children on parenting tips and ways we could be better parents and ways to keep our kids healthy and safe.But ...
The Power of Play
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Play is important to child development. It should be a priority in children’s lives.Why Play is Priority Play with caregivers, peers and teachers a...
Ensuring Access to Reproductive Healthcare for Teens
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pediatricians around the country are voicing concern over federal and state actions that could threaten the medical rights and safety of teenagers see...
Mentally Preparing For Big Crowds & Classrooms
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After spending so much time at home these last few years, and doing school online, some children may not be excited to go back to the classroom. And w...
Adjusting Your Schedules for Back to School
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All summer long, your children most likely have been staying up all night, sleeping in, and have lost track of any type of schedule. So as the season ...
Grandfamilies: Grandparents Raising Children
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Millions of children across the United States are being raised by their grandparents.Grandparents have always played a role in children’s lives, but...
When to Include Children in Meal Preparation and Encouraging Healthy Eating
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the last couple of years with this pandemic and these unprecedented times, we've seen anxiety and stress-related disorders really shooting up among...
Substance Abuse & Marketing Towards Teens
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Drug abuse has been an issue that really all generations have had to deal with. And Gen Z is no different.But what should we tell our teens about usin...
Digital Literacy in The Age of Misinformation
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Digital and social media grow at such a fast, continual pace it's difficult to keep up. But our kids sure are good at it. In the last couple of years...
Modern Step-Parenting
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The stereotype stepparents we saw in the movies growing up are outdated. Step-parents of all genders, blended families, co-parenting, and more are bec...
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES)
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ACES or Adverse Childhood Experiences is a broad term for a number of stressful and negative events that can happen in a child's life and affect them ...
Teens & Vaping
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a parent, we do our best to know what our children are doing when we can't be with them. But when it comes to vaping and e-cigarettes, they're a bi...
Alternative Birth Plans and Chances of Infection
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Giving birth is such an intimate and unique experience for every parent & couple. But when it comes to creating a birth plan, there are actually a ran...
Let's Talk Sexual Health and Contraception
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a parent of preteens, tweens, or teenagers, you're going to want to listen to this episode, as we dive into talking to your kids about their...
Top 10 Questions Parents Google All the Time
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What should we do about lice? Why does my child keep getting strep? Why does my child hate me? As a parent, you've probably run to the computer with ...
Eliminating Race-Based Medicine
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In a powerful new call to action, the American Academy of Pediatrics is demanding critical self-evaluation and fundamental changes in the practice of ...
Baby Formula Shortages: What Can We Do?
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
?Since the outbreak of COVID-19, there have been significant shortages of infant formulas in some stores. Shortages continue to be caused largely by s...
Your Child Comes Out To You, What Happens Next?
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're diving into an important conversation: how to understand and support your children when they come out as gay, bisexual, lesbian, or any ot...
Kinship Care & National Foster Care Month
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
May is National Foster Care Month. And with 463,000 American children and youth in foster care, it's important to know how this system works, and the ...
Keeping Children Safe Around Pets and Other Animals
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new dog or other family pet has brought so much joy to uprooted lives during this pandemic. But with increased numbers of pet adoptions come more op...
Eating Disoders & Summer Bodies
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Heading into the warmer, summer months can bring up a lot of feelings when our kids & teens think about wearing shorts, T-shirts, and bathing suits.Ea...
Tattoos & Piercings: What Parents Should Know
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tattoos and body piercing are gaining popularity as a form of personal expression. The American Academy of Pediatrics has recommendations for your chi...
Crying and Identifying Injuries During The Stress of the Pandemic
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month.What are we looking for, and some real workable advice on why your baby might be crying, and how to calm them do...
Dangerous Teen Behaviors: Internet Challenges
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Just when it seems like these challenges are out of the news, something else pops up.Social media rewards outrageous behavior. No one is getting “li...
COVID-19: Pregnancy, Vaccines and Effects on Your Baby
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
These have been unprecedented times for medical care really across the board. But for pregnant women, this was an especially difficult time to navigat...
Showing Love to Your Children
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It seems straightforward to show love to your kids. But, every parent and every child is different.First, your words have an impact. Sarcasm and mocki...
Keeping Masks on in Schools
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Masks are still an incredibly important tool in the fight against COVID-19. But protests, politics, and overall COVID fatigue are leading to many peop...
Gender Affirming Care and The Sweep of Anti Trans Opinions in the US
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stories on gay, trans, and gender-nonconforming kids have been all over the news lately with Florida's "Don't Say Gay" Bill and Texas suggesting stat...
Gender Identity and Presentation: How To Support Your Child
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Transgender, Gender Diverse, Non-Binary, Cisgender. There are a lot of new words to describe sexual identity and presentation especially if your child...
The Dangers of Marijuana Edibles to Small Children
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s imperative to encourage reading in your family.Reading to your young child can boost vocabulary and reading skills before entering school. Cult...
Formal Milk Sharing
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Human milk has been shared since the olden days. Informal milk sharing takes place when one mother has a surplus of breast milk and another has a need...
Fostering a Love of Reading
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s imperative to encourage reading in your family.Reading to your young child can boost vocabulary and reading skills before entering school. Cult...
Latest CDC Report On Autism
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The CDC released its latest numbers in a report on autism in December of 2021.An estimated 1 in 44, 8-year-old children have been identified with auti...
Herbal Supplements: Should You Use Them?
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Parents want to help kids feel great. Many look to herbal supplements to aid health and performance. How do you know these supplements are safe?First,...
Setting Goals In The New Year
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
January is always a time of New Years Resolutions, and resetting your goals and intentions. This year is no diffferent, but COVID sure has thrown us s...
Beware Teen Dating Violence
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dating can be thrilling for teens. However, some young relationships can become violent.As teens try to figure out how the world works, they may endur...
The Power of Positive Discipline
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When confronting the challenge of disciplining their children, moms and dads often default to the ways their own parents disciplined them, sometimes w...
Coping with Setbacks
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Setbacks and failures can be educational, but you hate to see your child experience disappointment.It’s important to differentiate between traumatic...
Invisible & Imaginary Friends
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The first time your child starts interacting with an invisible friend it can be a little worrying. But it turns out, it's much more common than you th...
Non-Digital Gifts for Children
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With gadgets so integrated into daily life, it can be tough to find non-digital gifts for your children. How do you manage your child’s holiday expe...
Firearm Safety
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Firearm ownership is hotly debated. No matter your opinion, it is imperative to keep children safe. Firearms should be locked in a child-proof manner...
Picky Eaters & Vegetarian Kids
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've all probably had to deal with picky eaters at some point (even some adults). But when it comes to our kids, how can we teach and cultivate a die...
Holiday Mental Health Tips for Kids and Parents
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Holidays bring stress, even though the goal is a fun and festive time. There’s a lot of buildup for any holiday, making it tough for the day to live...
Anxiety, Depression and Eating Disorders in Teens
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kids are now back in school and social situations with their peers. And we know that anxiety levels have been at an all-time high throughout this pand...
Marijuana Legalization and Kids
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many states are legalizing marijuana for recreational and medical use. This adds complications for parents when discussing marijuana.The Federal gover...
Uptick in Kids’ Respiratory Infections (RSV)
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
By this time of year, our kids have gone back to school and most of them are now in person.Some of them are masking, some of them are vaccinated if th...
Digital Media and Virtual Schooling
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is an especially difficult time to be a parent, with all of the different forms of schooling going on during the pandemic. Whether you're homeschoo...
Safely Playing Team Sports During COVID
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Organized sports pretty much came to a halt when the rest of the world stopped during COVID-19. So today we are talking all about navigating youth tea...
Masks & Hand Sanitizer: How School Supplies Look Different This Year
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a parent, you know that this school year looks a little bit different. Even from last year! It certainly did when our kids were staying home...
Flu Shots & Other Vaccines This Fall
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Teens & Vaping
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a parent, we do our best to know what our children are doing when we can't be with them. But when it comes to vaping and e-cigarettes, they're a bi...
Let's Talk Sexual Health and Contraception
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a parent of preteens, tweens, or teenagers, you're going to want to listen to this episode, as we dive into talking to your kids about their...
Creating Positive Relationships with Kids to Build Resilience
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Building relationships with your children can be difficult (especially teens). But having that stability helps them in the future to overcome adversit...
How Can Kids Help Stop Climate Change?
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The daunting challenge of stopping climate change can feel like a lot. Especially when you are a kid or a teen. Really it's their future we're trying ...
Encore Episode: Body Image and Eating Disorders: How To Spot Them and What To Do
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our kid's schedules are all over the place these days, that also includes their eating schedules. Some kids are stressed and not eating at all, while ...
Encore Episode: When to Discuss Weight with Your Child
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you concerned about your child’s weight? You don’t want to ruin their self-esteem by bringing something up that may not be a problem, but you ...
Body Image & Back to School Clothes Shopping
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Developing a healthy body image and sense of self in our children is so important. And as we round out the end of summer, you might be heading to the ...
Dealing with Back to School Dread and Anxiety
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our kids are heading back to school soon, most likely in person this time. But after a year of staying home with no routines, it can be a bit nervewra...
Encore Episode: How to Talk to Your Kids About Climate Change
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Climate change affects all of us. Your children may have concerns. You want to be able to talk to them about it without affecting them with your own a...
Encore Episode: Cross Cultural Kids & Identity
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are diving into a new and interesting topic here on the show: cross-cultural kids.Dr. Anisha Abraham, MD, MPH is a board-certified pediatri...
Encore Episode: Talking To Children About Racism
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Protests in the summer of 2020 raged on in most major cities for weeks protesting the death of George Floyd, police brutality, and in support of black...
Encore Episode: Should Your Kid Make Breakfast?
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When are your kids old enough to make their own breakfast? There's no one-size-fits-all with breakfast preparation, but responsibility can vary by ag...
How to Travel Safe and Sound this Summer
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We'd all like to go on vacation this summer, but what should we know before we head on that road trip or plane during this almost post-pandemic time?W...
Safe 4th of July Celebrations
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As the summer gets into full swing, and we're starting to think about cookouts and gatherings again, it's important to remember both COVID-19 and regu...
Keeping Children Safe Around Pets and Other Animals
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A new dog or other family pet has brought so much joy to uprooted lives this pandemic. But with increased numbers of pet adoptions come more opportuni...
Encore Episode: Hot Car Deaths: How Are They Still Happening?
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've heard about it every summer for years, but somehow it still happens, kids dying in hot cars.On average 40 kids die in hot cars every year, with ...
Swim Safety and Drowning Prevention
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is on its way, and being outside is still the best place to have fun during the COVID-19 pandemic. With some restrictions being lifted, more pe...
As the World Starts to Open, Is Summer Camp Safe This Year?
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This summer everyone is excited to make up for 2020 and get as many plans in as they can. But there is still so much that's unknown about the virus st...
COVID-19 Vaccines for Ages 12 and Up: What You Need To Know
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
COVID-19 vaccines recently opened up to kids ages 12 and up, so what does that mean for you and your children?Dr. Hina Talib breaks down the rule chan...
How The Pandemic Has Changed How Our Teens Sleep
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The pandemic has affected our children in so many ways, including their sleep patterns. With new school routines and quarantining, sleep has fallen to...
Encore Episode: How To Talk To Teens About Taking Responsibility For Their Health
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As our children grow into teens (and eventually adults), there comes a time where we need to sit them down to talk about handling and advocating for t...
Talking To Kids About Racism Towards Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI)
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A disturbing trend has been on the rise in the United States: racism against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.So how do we discuss this hate and ...
Summer Plans with Vaccinated Parents: What Can We Do this Year?
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While your younger kids probably won't be vaccinated this summer, most adults in this country will have the option to be! This means we have a few mor...
How Can Kids Help Stop Climate Change?
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The daunting challenge of stopping climate change can feel like a lot. Especially when you are a kid or a teen. Really it's their future we're trying ...
Encore Episode: Digital Media and Virtual Schooling
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is an especially difficult time to be a parent, with all of the different forms of schooling going on during the pandemic. Whether you're homeschoo...
Your Child Comes Out To You, What Happens Next?
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're diving into an important conversation: how to understand and support your children when they come out as gay, bisexual, lesbian, or any ot...