Healthy Children

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

LATEST EPISODE

Safe 4th of July Celebrations

Expert : Dr. Jaime Friedman

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 regular safety rules when getting together for the 4th! ... read more

PAST EPISODES

Keeping Children Safe Around Pets and Other Animals

Keeping Children Safe Around Pets and Other Animals

Expert : Dr. Alison Tothy

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 opportunities for bites, scratches, and other dog or pet woes. ... read more

Encore Episode: Hot Car Deaths: How Are They Still Happening?

Encore Episode: Hot Car Deaths: How Are They Still Happening?

Expert : Benjamin Hoffman, MD, CPST-I, FAAP

We've heard about it every summer for years, but somehow it still happens, kids dying in hot cars.

Swim Safety and Drowning Prevention

Expert : Dr. Gary Kirkilas

Summer is on its way, and being outside is still the best place to have fun during the COVID-19 pandemic. ... read more

As the World Starts to Open, Is Summer Camp Safe This Year?

As the World Starts to Open, Is Summer Camp Safe This Year?

Expert : Dr. Alison Tothy

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 still. So, is sending your kid away to summer camp okay? ... read more

COVID-19 Vaccines for Ages 12 and Up: What You Need To Know

COVID-19 Vaccines for Ages 12 and Up: What You Need To Know

Expert : Dr. Hina Talib

COVID-19 vaccines recently opened up to kids ages 12 and up, so what does that mean for you and your children? ... read more

How The Pandemic Has Changed How Our Teens Sleep

How The Pandemic Has Changed How Our Teens Sleep

Expert : Cora Collette Breuner, MD, MPH,

The pandemic has affected our children in so many ways, including their sleep patterns. With new school routines and quarantining, sleep has fallen to the waste side, and bedtimes are all over the place.

Encore Episode: How To Talk To Teens About Taking Responsibility For Their Health

Encore Episode: How To Talk To Teens About Taking Responsibility For Their Health

Expert : Elizabeth M. Alderman, MD

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 their own health.

Talking To Kids About Racism Towards Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI)

Talking To Kids About Racism Towards Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI)

Expert : Dr. Steph Lee

A disturbing trend has been on the rise in the United States: racism against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

Summer Plans with Vaccinated Parents: What Can We Do this Year?

Summer Plans with Vaccinated Parents: What Can We Do this Year?

Expert : Dr. Cori Cross

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 more freedoms back this vacation season.