Children’s Health Checkup

In this episode, Dr. Kelley Smith, M.D., shares simple, practical ways parents can plan a balanced summer, from maintaining healthy sleep and nutrition habits to staying active, safe and mentally well. 

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Ear tubes can improve ear health, hearing and development in children. Cynthia Wang, M.D., Pediatric Otolaryngologist at Children’s Health, discusses what ear tubes are, signs that a child might need them and when it’s time to talk with a doctor about next steps. 

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In this episode, Erin Wallace, M.D., Pediatrician at Children’s Health, explains why allergy medications sometimes don’t work – and what parents can do next. We’ll explain common mistakes, how long medicines take to work, when symptoms might be something other than allergies and when it’s time to see a specialist. 

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In this episode, Mikie Rangel, Clinical Dietitian at Children’s Health, shares practical, evidence-based advice on how to meal plan for picky eaters – without turning dinner into a battle.

Learn more about how to build healthy habits and make lifestyle changes as a family at childrens.com/healthyweight.

Anna Wani, M.D., Sleep Medicine Specialist at Children’s Health, explains how magnesium and melatonin work, when they may or may not be helpful and what parents should try first before turning to supplements to support healthy sleep. 

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In this episode, Gaby Clarke, Clinical Dietitian at Children’s Health, explains the types of eating disorders that affect kids, the signs parents should watch for and what to do if they’re concerned and practical ways to support a healthy relationship with food and body image at home.

In this episode, Betsy Kennard, PsyD, Psychologist at Children’s Health, explains the biggest risks kids face online, how those risks can show up at different ages and what parents can do to create safer online experiences while keeping communication open and supportive. 

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Joshua Haverland, M.D., Emergency Medicine Physician at Children’s Health, breaks down the differences between emergency and urgent care and offers simple guidelines to help families make confident, safe decisions when their child needs help. 

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In this episode, Neethu Mathew, M.D., explains why kids get sick more often during the winter months, what’s normal, what isn’t and how parents can help boost their child’s immune system naturally.

Learn more at childrens.com/health-wellness. 

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Michelle Caraballo, M.D., Pulmonologist and Sleep Medicine Specialist at Children’s Health, helps parents understand the connection between iron and sleep, what signs to watch for and when to ask their child’s doctor about testing or supplements. 

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