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They are everywhere and available nearly any hour of the day or night. Devices and gadgets with screens are ubiquitous and the impact of screentime is now on the minds of lots of parents. Dr. Murli Rao, a pediatrician with Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health and Jessica Brayden, LCSW talk about how to navigate our modern world that is full of screens in ways that promote health for children.

Some of the questions answered in this episode:

Is it okay for young children to look at screens?

What are some mistakes parents make with kids and screentime?

Does screentime impact child development?

Is screentime hurting interpersonal skills of teens?

Is the internet addictive?

What are the long-term effects of spending a lot of time on devices?

What are the benefits of using screen devices?

Does screentime help or hurt children's mental health?

How can parents set healthy limits for screentime?

ParentingU is here to answer questions from families like you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website.

Our Lady of the Lake's Children's Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake's Children's Hospital means for our community. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Asthma is a common condition that parents have lots of questions about. On this episode of ParentingU, we are joined by return guest Dr. Courtney James and by pediatric pulmonologist Dr. Andres Carrion. Our doctors explain what asthma is, what causes asthma, how asthma is treated, and what families can expect if they have a child with asthma. Dr. James and Dr. Carrion address many of the misconceptions about asthma, and provide a lot of helpful information for managing this condition.

Some of the questions answered in this episode:

What is asthma?

What is the difference between wheezing and asthma?

Is asthma curable or reversible?

When do kids with asthma need to see a pulmonologist?

Can babies have asthma?

Do most kids grow out of asthma?

Why do so many kids have asthma in our area?

What does asthma have to do with other allergies?

Does genetics have anything to do with asthma?

What are some asthma triggers?

How is asthma treated in children?

ParentingU is here to answer questions from families like you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website.

Our Lady of the Lake's Children's Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake's Children's Hospital means for our community. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Welcome to Season 2 of ParentingU! We're back with a topic that has come into parent's consciousness in a big way in recent years: bullying. While this is an age-old issue, some modern technologies have amplified the impact of bullying on children. Pediatrician Gregory Gelpi, MD addresses the issue of bullying in children on this episode of ParentingU and provides practical tips for dealing with this issue. This episode will give you a practical education on the issue of bullying plus many strategies you can try today with your family.

Some of the questions answered in this episode:

Is bullying really more of a problem than in the past or is this just a perception?

Is social media the problem when it comes to the increase in bullying?

What should I do if I think my child is being bullied?

What should I do if I think my child is the bully?

What are some of the symptoms a child may present if they are being bullied?

How are boys and girls different when it comes to bullying?

My children are bullying each other—what can I do?

How can my pediatrician help with the issue of bullying?

What are some practical tips that can help with bullying?

We can't wait to share all of ParentingU, Season 2 with you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website.

Our Lady of the Lake's Children's Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake's Children's Hospital means for our community. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

August is here, and that means back to school! This is a bonus episode of ParentingU to help us all get into the swing of things at the beginning of the school year. On the show are two of our pediatricians, Dr. Michelle Flechas and Dr. Ashley Lucas (return guests from Season 1 of ParentingU.) Dr. Flechas and Dr. Lucas share some tips and some of their insight from their expertise as pediatricians to set families up for success in the new school year, avoiding stress and setting a positive tone to make the transition away from Summer as constructive as possible.

Some of the questions answered on this episode:

• What are some of the basic ways to start getting kids ready for the school year?
• How much sleep do teens need?
• How can grown-ups get kids excited about school?
• My child plays sports. What kind of doctor's visit do they need?
• My child is healthy. Do they need a check-up?
• Is it okay for my kids to skip breakfast?
• How can I improve my communication with my kids?
• My kids are so hungry by the time they get home from school. Any tips?
• Is vaping a problem among teens?
• How can role-playing help children in the new school year?

We hope you have a wonderful new school year! Season 2 of ParentingU will be out this fall. We can't wait to bring you information and perspectives to help raise healthy, happy kids!

You can listen to all of Season 1 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, on our website, or any podcast app.

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

It's allergy season and we know that can be a tough time for kids. Dr. Sandhya Mani sits down with our host Stephanie to get to the bottom of all the misconceptions around allergies, intolerances, sensitivities and explains how allergy treatment has changed over time. Dr. Mani informs us on some of the myths around allergies and how she works with patients.

Some of the questions answered in this episode:

• What are allergies?
• What are the differences between allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances?
• What do allergies have to do with immunology?
• Are allergies something we're born with or do we develop allergies?
• How are allergies treated?
• What should parents pay attention to in terms of allergens?
• What changes have occurred in how allergists introduce possible allergens to children?
• I'm allergic to egg—what does that mean for the flu shot?
• Is there such a thing as "hypoallergenic" pet?
• What should parents know about epi pens vs. antihistamines (like Benadryl)?
• It seems like there are more allergies today than ever. Is that true or just a perception?

This is the final episode of Season 1 of ParentingU. We are looking forward to bringing you Season 2 soon! You can listen to all of Season 1 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, on our website, or any podcast app.

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Anxiety is something children can experience throughout their development, and parents are more aware of childhood anxiety than ever. Joseph Grizzaffi Jr., MD is our guest on ParentingU and shares how parents can help manage normal anxiety in children as well as what to do if anxiety becomes a problem.

Some of the questions answered on this episode:

- What is "normal" anxiety in children? - Can infants feel anxiety? - Where does anxiety come from? - What are some tips for helping children and teens with anxiety? - How can parents help manage anxiety in children? - What are the differences between fears and anxiety? - When should parents seek help for a child experiencing anxiety?

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Never fear, the teen years are here! On this episode of ParentingU, Dr. Courtney James and Dr. Ruben Battley address one of our most popular topics: life with teenagers. Parents have lots of questions (and sometimes concerns) about this time period, and how to manage not only a teen's development, but also the parent's changing role.

Dr. James and Dr. Battley provide real-world suggestions about maintaining a harmonious relationship with teens and how your pediatrician can help.

Some of the questions answered on this episode:

• When does puberty start for girls and when does puberty start for boys?
• How is a teen's visit to the pediatrician different than a younger child's doctor visit?
• How can parents prepare children for the changes of puberty and teenage life?
• How can parents best handle the mood changes that can sometimes come with teen years?
• What kind of teen issues are referred to a pediatric adolescent specialist?
• How can parents improve communication with teens?
• Are there ways parents can help teens be more resilient?

Mentioned on the show:

Amazing Magazine

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Mealtimes don't have to be a battle! Most parents face picky eaters from time to time. Aimee Ferrell, MD, and Melissa Gonzalez, PhD, join our host Stephanie to talk about the importance of children developing good eating habits early for a lifetime of health. From babies to toddlers and even to teenagers, parents can influence the choices their children make and ensure that they receive the proper nutrition needed for development. Some of the questions answered in this episode:

• How can parents develop good eating habits in children?
• How does a parent know if there is a "feeding problem"?
• What is normal pickiness in a child when it comes to eating?
• How can parents avoid power struggles over eating?
• What foods should parents monitor or restrict?
• What is a good eating routine and how can parents establish it?

Mentioned on the show:

• HealthyChildren.org
• ChooseMyPlate.gov

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Concussions can be scary. And it's one of the topics our doctors get asked about most. Should my child play sports? How do I know they are OK after a concussion? These questions are so prevalent in parents minds that we dedicated an entire podcast episode to concussions. Tune in with pediatric ER physician Dr. Chris Woodward and pediatrician Dr. Mark Waggenspack as they offer incredible guidance (and some myth busting!) about concussions and what parents should know.

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

As parents, we struggle to get our kids to fall and stay asleep. So what's the trick to helping your kids develop and keep healthy sleeping habits? Tune in for our newest episode of ParentingU: The Podcast where we tackle an all too familiar issue — sleep! Sleep specialist Jessica Brown, DO and pediatrician Ashley Lucas, MD discuss normal sleep cycles, sleep issues and tips to help your children develop good sleep practices.

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.