HealthTalks by Stanford Medicine Children’s Health

Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD), is a disorder that causes a child’s connective tissues, joints, ligaments, and sinew that connect their muscles to stretch and be overly flexible. Their joints move beyond the normal range of motion. Not a lot is known about this generalized condition, which beyond joint flexibility can cause many complications and affect multiple body systems, and pediatrician Mekhla Varma, MD, is raising awareness about HSD.

Bringing home a new baby is an incredible, although sometimes overwhelming, experience. While you may be embarking on the wildest emotional rollercoaster of your life, you don’t have to go it alone. Pediatrician Nivedita More, MD, is here to reassure you with some expert advice for navigating this new phase.

It’s 9:00 p.m. and all is quiet, except for your young toddler who just won’t stay in bed. Or, maybe it’s your 12-year-old who is staying up late to watch one more TikTok video. There are many reasons kids don’t sleep well. Pediatrician Nora Fahden, MD, answers common questions about children’s sleep issues.

In this episode, Dr. Amina Ahmed leads a discussion focusing on the leading causes and treatment options for constipation in children.

Dr. Jon Moses discusses the different types of inflammatory bowel diseases that present in young children and adolescents, how IBDs are different from the more commonly known IBS, and why it is important for patients to be seen at a comprehensive IBD and Celiac Disease Center like the one at Stanford Medicine Children's Health.

When you think of summer, sunny days with kids splashing in the water and teens lounging in the sun come to mind. While these idyllic times are great for making memories, they are also (unfortunately) great at causing sunburns and skin damage. Pediatrician Lauren Strelitz, MD, shares ways you can keep your family sun safe all year round.

As parents, we’re all too familiar with the dreaded words, “Mommy, I have a tummy ache!” Most of the time, it’s just a passing discomfort, but sometimes it can be a sign of a more serious issue. Pediatrician Joelle McConlogue, MD, explains what to look for and when to be concerned about your child’s tummy problems.

The last day your child needs diapers is often cause for celebration in families. While your child may be able to stay dry during the day, for some, bedwetting, also known as nocturnal enuresis, can be a challenging issue for both children and parents. Pediatrician Nivedita More, MD, shares practical tips for parents dealing with this common concern.

Watching your child struggle with anxiety or depression is one of the hardest things a parent can experience. Pediatrician Nivedita More, MD offers ways to support your kids when they are dealing with mental health concerns. Any big changes in mood, behavior, or personality are all warning signs, Dr. More explained. Some things to watch out for: Moodiness; Trouble sleeping; Changing eating habits; Stomachache; Headache; Trouble focusing; Falling grades.

What’s the difference between a cold and allergies?
Why is it important to distinguish between the two?
How common are allergies?
How are colds and allergies treated? How do the treatments differ?
When should families seek medical help?