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Doctors and experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics discuss all aspects of your child's health and well-being.

LATEST EPISODE

Tweens & Over-the-Counter Medicine Safety
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Is your pre-teen starting to want to control his or her own medications? ... read more

PAST EPISODES

Returning to Learning Post-Concussion
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Returning to Learning Post-Concussion

Expert : Mark Halstead, MD, FAAP
A concussion should not only take a student athlete off the playing field – it may also require a break from the classroom. ... read more
Encouraging Sibling Bonds: A Guide for Parents
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Do your kids constantly fight with each other? Learn how you can keep the calm in your house by encouraging sibling bonds. ... read more
Creating a Family Media Use Plan
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Creating a Family Media Use Plan

Expert : David Hill, MD
Could your family's media use be damaging to their health? Get them back on track with a media use plan. ... read more
Managing Your Children's Media Use
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Managing Your Children's Media Use

Expert : Vic Strasburger, MD
From TV to smart phones, "24/7 media exposure" dominates the lives of U.S. children and families. What can you do to change the trend? ... read more
Skipping Breakfast Leads to Poor School Performance
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As a parent, what can you do to ensure a healthy start to the day for your child? ... read more
A New Parent’s Guide to Heading Out with Baby
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Ready to go out with your new baby? Learn how to ease your outing and make your baby more comfortable. ... read more
Baby Skin Care Basics
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Baby Skin Care Basics

Expert : Dr.Lisa M. Asta, MD
A baby's skin is so beautiful and soft; but it requires care just as yours does... maybe even more. ... read more
A Parent's Guide to Teen Parties
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A Parent's Guide to Teen Parties

Expert : Andrew Adesman, MD
Having a party for your teen and want to be the "cool " parent? Don't sacrifice safety to get in your kid's good graces. ... read more
What Are Your Goals for Your ADHD Child?
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What Are Your Goals for Your ADHD Child?

Expert : Andrew Adesman, MD
What are the best treatment options for your ADHD child? ... read more

About Melanie

Melanie Cole, MS Melanie Cole, MS, is the RadioMD Director of Operations. She has a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology.

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