In this episode, we explore what it really means to have fun and why it’s more important than we often realize. From building positive habits to playing a sport as an adult, having fun has lots of positive impacts on kids and adults!

Today on Esse Health Pediatric Housecalls, Dr. Terrill and Dr. Putnam discuss mitochondria. How does mitochondria impact different age groups? Why is sleep important? What does mitochondria do for us? Listen as we discuss these questions and more!!!

When should my child start kindergarten? Should I send my child to preschool? What is a good school in the St. Louis area? These are all questions our Esse Health Pediatricians are asked. Listen as Dr. Terrill and Dr. Putnam talk about when your child should start preschool among other educational questions.

Pneumonia cases are on the rise in St. Louis. Today Dr. Putnam and Dr. Terrill talk about what is Pneumonia and what you should do if you think your child might have it. 

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We all love food, but have you ever thought about how the food we eat can impact how you feel? Today Dr. Putnam and Dr. Terrill talk about food and the impact it can have on your mind and body. 

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All parents have experienced their child telling a lie. But why did they lie? Listen as Dr. Pete Putnam and Dr. Kristen Terrill talk about why a child may lie, how to approach lying, and the difference between guilt and shame.

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Today Dr. Terrill and Dr. Putnam talk about a new advisory editorial which the Surgeon General published about parenting. 

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Today Dr. Pete Putnam and Dr. Kristen Terrill tackle caffeine. Listen as they discuss the importance or knowing how much caffeine is in your drink, what impact it can have on your body, and how long caffeine can stay in your system.

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Eating healthy in the summer can be difficult especially if your family is busy with summer activities. In this podcast, Dr. Terrill and Dr. Putnam discuss healthy foods vs. unhealthy foods along with the importance of eating together as a family and why it's important not to use food as a reward.

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There are many benefits when it comes to kids playing sports, but it can also raise a lot of questions. Should my child only focus on one sport? Can they weight lift? Are they able to take any supplements? These are just a few questions that come up when your child is playing sports. Luckily, Dr. Kristen Terrill and Dr. Pete Putnam with Esse Health Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine at Watson Road are here to help. Listen as they answer these and many other sport questions. 

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