This episode covers the following topics and more:

• Benefits of involving kids in household chores
• How chores affect growth and development
• Appropriate chores for different age group and for children developing at an atypical rate
• Appropriate time kids should spend on chores
• Helping guide children as they slowly transition into adulthood
• How to engage preteens/teenagers in chores
  
   

About Jonathan Williams, D.O.

Jonathan Williams performs the full scope of Pediatrics from newborns to teens and is board certified in the American Board of Pediatrics. Some of his clinical interests are mental health, well-child exams, and immunizations. He also has extensive training in the diagnosis and management of childhood and adolescent depression. By and large, Dr. Williams enjoys everything from childhood development to rare pathologies.

Jonathan Williams grew up in Davis County, completing his undergrad education at Weber State University and Medical School at Rocky Vista University College of Medicine near Denver, CO. He did his residency at a combined military/civilian program at Dayton Children’s Medical Center and Wright Patterson Air Force Base. For four years afterward, he was an active-duty Pediatrician at Travis Air Force Base in the Bay Area where he was also medical director and deputy flight commander.

His interests outside of the office include spending time outdoors with his family: hiking, golfing, skiing, and waterskiing. Dr. Williams’ greatest achievement is his marriage and five outstanding kids.

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This episode covers the following topics and more:

• The role of a pediatric craniofacial surgeon and what types of conditions and surgeries they treat
• Diagnosis, patterns and recommendations 
• Common challenges/complexities when treating cleft lip and palate
• Surgery, cranial  helmets and other treatments for these conditions
• Recent advancements / innovative techniques in pediatric craniofacial surgery that have significantly improved patient outcomes and surgical procedures
• When a multidisciplinary approach applies to the patients and other specialties involved in  patient care

About Dr. Jordan P. Steinberg 

Dr. Jordan P. Steinberg is a pediatric plastic, craniomaxillofacial and orthognathic surgeon within the Division of Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and serves as surgical director of the Craniofacial Program at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. He earned his medical degree and a doctorate in neuroscience through the Medical Scientist Training Program at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Steinberg then completed an integrated residency program in plastic surgery at Northwestern University McGaw Medical Center in Chicago. Following this, he pursued a fellowship in pediatric craniofacial surgery at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. His clinical interests include cleft lip and palate, congenital facial skeletal growth disorders and syndromes, craniosynostosis, ear anomalies, jaw deformities requiring corrective (orthognathic) surgery, ear anomalies and pediatric skin/soft tissue lesions.

Dr. Steinberg is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the American Academy of Pediatrics and an active member of the following societies: AO Craniomaxillofacial, American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Association of Pediatric Plastic Surgeons, American Academy of Pediatrics-Plastic Surgery Section, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Craniofacial Surgeons, International Society of Craniofacial Surgery, American Council of Academic Plastic Surgeons and the Plastic Surgery Research Council. Dr. Steinberg’s work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals. He has also written chapters for medical textbooks, presented at both national and international medical conferences and has served as a reviewer for various plastic surgery-related journals. He is frequently called upon by the media to provide expert commentary on topics related to pediatric plastic and craniofacial surgery. Academically, Dr. Steinberg has served as a mentor to students and residents and has also held the role of craniofacial surgery fellowship co-director.

Dr. Steinberg is employed by Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists (NCPS), the physician-led multispecialty group practice of Nicklaus Children’s Health System. Prior to joining Nicklaus Children’s, he served as director of Pediatric Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore, Maryland.

The Division of Pediatric Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital offers comprehensive care for children with a full range of congenital, as well as trauma-related conditions. From the management of hand and upper extremity trauma and congenital anomalies, to the reconstruction of burn and other soft tissue injuries, and treatment of various breast pathologies, the team offers consultation and treatment services tailored to each child’s individual needs. The plastic and reconstructive surgery team is also proud to be part of the Nicklaus Children’s Craniofacial Center team, participating in multidisciplinary care clinics to maximize convenience for families of children with facial differences, including cleft lip and palate, ear anomalies and craniosynostosis.

THIS EPISODE COVERS THE FOLLOWING TOPICS AND MORE:

• How POTS is identified
• Symptoms of POTS
• Medical and Non-Medical Treatments
• Horizontal Options (horizontal exercise etc.)
• How POTS effects children
• Movement and Conditioning
• Staying optimistic and learning to manage this condition. 

ABOUT OLEG KOVALENKO, M.D.

Dr. Oleg Kovalenko is a Board-Certified Physician at Pediatrics Associates’ Miami Lakes East Cardiology department. He grew up in Kherson Ukraine and attended Dnepropetrovsk State Medical Academy in Dnepr, Ukraine. He completed his pediatric residency at the West Virginia University Charleston Division, WV. His Cardiology Fellowships include Rainbow Babies Children’s Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio, University of Michigan, CS Mott and Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Kovalenko is fluent in English, Russian and Ukrainian. He is married to Natalia and his hobbies include running, ballroom dancing and soccer. His special areas of Medical Interest are: Pediatric Cardiology, Cardiac Arrhythmia, Inherited Arrhythmias, Sudden Cardiac Death Prevention and Fetal Cardiology.

This Episode Covers the Following Topics & More:

• The Most Common Food Allergies
• What Parents Can Do to Prevent the Development of Certain Allergies
• Different Ways Food Allergies are Tested & Diagnosed: IgE vs IgG Tests
• A Refresh on the Atopic March (Season 1, Episode 15)
• Factors of Outgrowing Food Allergies
• Treatments for Food Allergies
• Administering an Epipen (epinephrine injection)

About Dr. Jonathan Malka:

Jonathan Malka, MD, FAAAI is currently the director of Allergy & Immunology at one the largest pediatric groups in the country. Prior to starting the allergy division at Pediatric Associated Dr. Malka was an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, at National Jewish Health Division of Allergy/Immunology and Rheumatology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. He also served in the Division of Immunopharmacology Laboratory, Division of Clinical Pharmacology, at National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado.

Dr. Malka earned a doctor of medicine degree from “La Universidad Central de Venezuela” in Caracas, Venezuela. After completing his medical education Dr. Malka joined the International Center for Interdisciplinary Studies of Immunology at Georgetown University where he received the International Fellow Distinguished Award in Allergy & Immunology and a Research Achievement Award for Outstanding Research on “Susceptibility Test-Adverse Effects of Smallpox Vaccine”. Dr. Malka completed his pediatric training at Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Medical Center at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, NY. Dr. Malka went on to National Jewish Health in Denver, CO were he completed his fellowship in Allergy and Immunology.

Dr. Malka is currently a Fellow of the American Academy and American College of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology. Dr. Malka has published more than 20 review articles in prestigious journals both in the USA and Venezuela. Dr. Malka has earned prestigious awards including Favorite Pediatric Specialist award given by Broward Family Favorites on both 2013 and 2014.

Dr. Malka’s research interest includes food allergies, understanding and managing severe asthma and biomarkers in the diagnosis and management of asthma. He also served in the Division of Immunopharmacology Laboratory, Division of Clinical Pharmacology, at National Jewish Health in Denver, Colorado.

This Episode Covers the Following Topics and More:

• Common Mental Health Issues
• Taking the 1st Step with the Pediatrician & Your Child's Mental Health Concerns
• Well Visits & Development Screening Leading to Mental Health Discussions
• Mental Health Testing, Referrals & Treatment Plans
• Strategies Parents can Use at Home to Support Children's Mental Health
• Stigmas to Mental Health Diagnosis in Children
• Tools Parents Can Give Kids to Cope with Stress
• The Impact of Social Media & Children's Mental Health
• Giving Your Child a Voice in the Digital Limitations Discussion

About Dr. Krystal Jerry:

Dr. Krystal Jerry joined the Pediatric Associates Family of Companies in the summer of 2020.  She graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio in 2011.  Additionally, Dr. Jerry completed her pediatric residency training at the Children’s Hospital of New Orleans in 2014.  Her interests include newborn care, child development, mental health, preventive medicine, asthma, and allergies.  Dr. Jerry enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Resources Mentioned:

CDC Children's Mental Health

CDC Coping with Stress

How to Make a Family Media Use Plan

This episode covers the following topics and more:

• The most common mental health issues that teenagers experience, and how this has this changed over the last few years
• How parents can best support their teenagers who are struggling with mental health issues &  resources are available
• Challenges that teenagers face in accessing mental health care, and what can be done
• The role social media plays in the mental health of teenagers, and how parents can help their children navigate online communication and social media use
• How parents can differentiate between normal adolescent mood swings and more serious mental health issues & when to seek professional help
• Practical strategies parents can use to "start the conversation" with their children
• The most important things that parents and caregivers can do to help prevent mental health issues
• How parents can best communicate with their teenagers about mental health, and strategies for promoting open and honest communication within families and communities

About Dr. Ken Ginsburg

Dr. Ginsburg is a physician, adolescent medicine specialist, and Professor of Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Dr. Ginsburg is committed to preparing adults to be the kind of people that adolescents deserve in their lives. He supports local, regional, and national organizations in developing programs and policies that strengthen families and see young people through a strength-based lens. He speaks to parent, professional, and youth audiences nationally and internationally and is the author of 5 award-winning parenting books. His latest book, Congrats—You’re Having a Teen! Strengthen Your Family and Raise a Good Person is out now from the AAP. 

Resources:

#StandByTeens

Parentandteens.com

Stress Management Plan

Preparing Teens to Seek Professional Help

Reaching Teens: Strength-Based, Trauma-Sensitive, Resilience-Building Communication Strategies Rooted in Positive Youth Development, 2nd Edition

This Episode Covers the Following Topics and More:

• Helping Young People Build Resilience
• How to Parent Effectively
• Giving Your Child a Deep Sense of Security
• Providing a Secure Home Base for Your Child
• The Definition of Resilience, and How  it Relates to the Physical and Mental Health of Adolescents
• Common Challenges that Adolescents Face Today, and How Building Resilience Can Help them Overcome Them
• How  Parents and Caregivers can Support Adolescents in Building Resilience & What Role They Play in this Process
• Developing Clear Boundaries 
• How Social Media & Technology Impact the Resilience of Adolescents & Managing this Influence

About Dr. Ken Ginsburg

Dr. Ginsburg is a physician, adolescent medicine specialist, and Professor of Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Dr. Ginsburg is committed to preparing adults to be the kind of people that adolescents deserve in their lives. He supports local, regional, and national organizations in developing programs and policies that strengthen families and see young people through a strength-based lens. He speaks to parent, professional, and youth audiences nationally and internationally and is the author of 5 award-winning parenting books. His latest book, Congrats—You’re Having a Teen! Strengthen Your Family and Raise a Good Person is out now from the AAP. 

Resources:

Stress Management Plan

Preparing Teens to Seek Professional Help

Reaching Teens: Strength-Based, Trauma-Sensitive, Resilience-Building Communication Strategies Rooted in Positive Youth Development, 2nd Edition

This Episode Covers the Following Topics and More:

• Building Healthy Habits at Home
• Community Resources and Programs such as WIC and SNAP
• Helping Children Learn About Food
• Offering Variety: Color, Texture, Child Approved and Culturally Considerate
• How to Approach Meal Planning and Selecting Foods that Meet Your Family's Needs (Nutritionally and Budget Friendly)
• Understanding Hunger Cues (feeling hungry, feeling full)
• Food Insecurity in the US and Poor Child Health
• The Importance of Eating Family Style
• Reading Food Labels
• Shopping Local
• Shopping Foods in Season to Save Money
• Adding in Plant-Based Meals
• Therapeutic Diet (disabilities, allergies, restrictions, under or over weight children)

About Maves Ra​ñola

Maves V. Ra​ñola is a Registered Dietitian with over 22 years of experience in public health and community nutrition. She is currently the Director of Nutrition Services for Lutheran Services Florida Children and Head Start Program.

She graduated with a BS in Food and Nutrition from Florida State University and completed her dietetic internship at Florida International University. She earned the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s certificate in pediatric weight management and the Florida Family Development Credential from Florida Gulf Coast University. Maves worked as part of a program that earned national recognition by First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! Child Care Initiative for its obesity prevention efforts.

Maves has focused her career to help improve the health and wellness of the children and families she serves.  She is a Certified Lactation Counselor, Yoga for Kids and Families Teacher, Zumba® and Zumba® for Kids and Kids Jr. Instructor. She is a mom of two teenage sons, 2 dogs, and is currently living in Central Florida. 

This Episode Covers the Following Topics & More:

• Body Image Concerns in Children and Teens
• Eating Disorders (ARFID, Binge Eating, Anorexia, Bulimia and more)
• Multi-Professional Approach to Eating Disorders: Physician, Registered Dietitian and Mental Health Support
• The Rise in Eating Disorders
• The Effects of Social Media on Body Image & the Role it Plays in Eating Disorders
• Health & Nutrition Complications
• BMI (Body Mass Index)-Does it Tell the Whole Story?
• DSM-5 (Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition)-Common Types
• How Caregivers/Parents Can Approach Eating Disorders with their Child/Teen
• Parenting: Eating Disorder Prevention and Developing a Healthy Relationship with Food
• Body Positive Approaches
• Intuitive Eating
• Letting Children Be Involved with the Food Decision Process

About David Orozco, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Food Therapist

David Orozco is a loving husband, father, and youngest of nine in a Colombian-American family. His

passion for nutrition and health stems from a love of all foods and science, and the memory of parents

who suffered from chronic illnesses.

David owns Orozco Nutrition, hosts the One Small Bite podcast, and is an author, speaker, and registered

dietitian nutritionist. He specializes in a non-diet, weight-neutral, and self-compassion approach, and has

over 16 years experience working with adults and teens dealing with various health and nutrition

complications such as disordered eating and eating disorders, chronic dieting, chronic illnesses, and body

image concerns. He is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Exercise Physiologist, and a Quit Smart

Smoking Cessation counselor, with extensive experience in corporate wellness. David is also fluent in

Spanish.

Resources Mentioned:

David Orozco Nutrition Website: https://orozconutrition.com/

One Small Bite Podcast: https://orozconutrition.com/one-small-bite-podcast/

The Ellyn Satter Institute: https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/

This Episode Covers the Following Topics:

• Factors that contribute to obesity aside from Calorie Intake (genetic factors, environmental factors, muscle mass, bone/frame structure, etc.)
• BMI / Growth Chart and how it affects your Child
• Discussing your Child's Weight with their Pediatrician
• Steps and Treatments Beyond Eating Healthy & Exercising (Screening, Diagnosis, Medications and Surgery)
• Conditions that Develop from Obesity (High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, Diabetes, Mental Health & More)
• Making Lifestyle Changes as a Family
• Avoiding Blaming & Shaming
• Being Happy at Any Weight
• Making the Goal to be Healthy on the Inside

About Dr. lital Reitblat

Dr. Lital Reitblat is a pediatric endocrinologist at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital in Hollywood, Florida. She is also board certified in obesity medicine. She went to medical school at the University of Florida, did her residency in pediatrics at Jackson Memorial Hospital, and her pediatric endocrinology fellowship at Yale University. She is married and has 3 kids.