You’re Not Doing It Wrong: Understanding the Mismatch with Your Child S2E16 Episode 51

We discuss the parent child mismatch and how that can lead to clashing, butting heads, and worry about your toddler and young elementary school child.

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

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00:00 Introduction

01:02 Defining the Parent Child Mismatch

02:52 Personal Story The Teaching Struggle

04:53 Finding Solutions and Recruiting the Village

09:06 Impact of Trauma and Developmental Stages

12:49 The Parent as an Emotional Sponge

15:36 Introverts vs Extroverts at Social Events

18:32 When Personalities Are Too Similar

22:11 Encouragement and Closing

Strep Throat Again?! Breaking Down the Causes of Repeat Infections S2E15 Episode 50

Why does my child keep getting strep throat?  Listen as our hosts describe the dreaded infection of Strep Throat.  We talk about what it is and how it is treated.  We also delve into the child that has recurrent strep throat and the possibility of being a strep throat carrier.

Resources: 

Group A Streptococcal Infections https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/infections/Pages/group-a-streptococcal-infections.aspx

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

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00:00 Introduction

01:20 What is Strep Throat?

03:29 Treatment and School Protocols

06:13 Identifying the Strep Carrier

11:54 Nuances of the Strep Carrier

14:49 The Value of Primary Care vs. Urgent Care

16:21 When to Worry and When to Wait

Inside Autism: Clinical Therapies & Treatment Options Explained S2E14 Episode 49

We welcome back our special guest Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr. Julia Jackson, MD.  Listen as she discusses the therapies and treatments of Autism including her perspective on Leucovorin and nutraceuticals.

Resources:

https://www.hcpediatricpsychiatry.com/

CANMAT - Canadian Network for Mood and Anxiety Treatments https://www.canmat.org/

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

Special Guest - Julia Jackson, MD

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00:00 Introduction & Meet Dr. Julia Jackson

01:46 Navigating Post-Diagnosis & School Support

03:17 School-Based Assessments & The ADOS Gold Standard

07:32 Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Explained

09:48 Social Skills & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

11:55 Emerging Research: Leucovorin (Folinic Acid)

16:34 Sensitivity to Side Effects

17:34 Recommended Supplements & Nutraceuticals

19:50 Closing Remarks & Advice for Parents

Bonus How to Create Meaningful Fall Traditions with Your Kids Ten Kids Two Docs S2E13 Episode 48

Happy Thanksgiving!  Listen as our hosts share their fall family traditions

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

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00:00 Introduction

01:04 Northeast Fall Traditions

02:08 The Spooky Texas Corn Maze

04:20 The Great Pumpkin Search

05:47 Post-Holiday Pumpkin Launching

08:07 The Power of Predictability

09:06 Thanksgiving Meals and Turkey Trots

10:41 Black Friday and New Traditions

High Functioning Autism - What Parents Need to Know S2E12 Episode 47

We welcome back our special guest Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr. Julia Jackson, MD.  Listen as she talks about her own personal experience raising a child with high functioning autism.  She describes the presentation of symptoms of neurodiversity, living with autism, and gives her parenting tips.

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

Special Guest - Julia Jackson, MD

Resources: https://www.hcpediatricpsychiatry.com/

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00:00 Introduction: The Parent Perspective

01:39 Blinders of a Parent Early Signs

03:19 Middle School and the COVID Transition

05:10 High Functioning Autism is Often Missed

08:05 Letting Go of Parental Guilt

11:04 Managing the Home Dynamic

16:09 Avoiding the Argument Trap

22:51 Prioritizing the Relationship 

Breaking Down Autism Diagnosis for Parents - Does my child have autism?

We discuss Autism Spectrum Disorder with a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr Julia Jackson, MD.  We highlight the diagnostic criteria of Autism and ways that it can present.

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

Special Guest - Julia Jackson, MD

Resources: https://www.hcpediatricpsychiatry.com/

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00:00 Introducing Dr. Julia Jackson

02:41 The Physician as a Parent

03:54 Defining the Autism Spectrum

04:53 Core Criteria Social Communication Delays

07:05 Restricted and Repetitive Behaviors

10:52 Identifying High Functioning Autism

15:59 Subtle Red Flags and Pattern Recognition

18:25 When Should Parents Seek Help

19:24 Summary and Closing Thoughts

Recap- Social Media and Special Education Ep 45

Our hosts recap the first 10 episodes of season two and discuss some recent newsworthy topics in pediatrics.

Resources:

Canas-Galvis MA, et al. The rise of “eco-influencers” and misinformation on child health. Presented at: AAP National Conference & Exhibition; Sept. 26-30, 2025; Denver.  https://www.healio.com/news/pediatrics/20250927/tiktok-ecoinfluencers-promote-misinformation-about-child-health

HHS Autism Announcement Fact Sheet  https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/autism-announcement-fact-sheet.html

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

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00:00 Introduction

01:18 Back to School Stories

04:38 Upcoming Series A Deep Dive into Autism

08:03 Vaccine Updates and New HHS Recommendations

10:46 Tylenol and Autism

13:45 The Rise of Medical Misinformation

15:54 Navigating Social Media

21:24 New Age Based Playlists

As Halloween approaches we think about sugary snacks and their effects on teeth.  Listen to our hosts discuss cavities, dental x-rays, and fluoride with special guest Dr. Robert Geiman

Resources: 

The Tooth Bible: A Parents Guide to their Child’s Smile by Dr Robert Geiman and Dr Michael Sultan

American Nuclear Society Dose Calculator https://www.ans.org/nuclear/dosechart/

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

Special Guest - Robert Geiman DDS, MA, MS

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00:00 Introduction to Dr. Bobby German

02:45 Understanding Cavities

03:52 Dental X-Rays in Children

06:14 Baby Teeth

09:36 The Three Pillars of Dental Health

11:44 Parenting Without the "Dental Fear"

15:41 The Dentist’s Guide to Halloween Candy

20:51 The Facts on Fluoride

Should You Stop Thumb Sucking? The Answer Might Surprise You

Thumb Sucking Ep 43

Our hosts discuss the pros and cons of thumbsucking.  We also talk about methods of how to stop your child from thumb sucking.

Resources: 

Pacifiers and Thumb Sucking healthychildren.org https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/crying-colic/Pages/Pacifiers-and-Thumb-Sucking.aspx

AAP News (2007) 28 (11): 29. https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/article/28/11/29/21483/Avoid-bottle-binky-and-thumb-battlesTaking-baby

Avoid bottle, binky and thumb battles: Taking baby steps can help children adjust when weaning from bottles, pacifiers and thumb sucking. by Trisha Korioth

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD
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00:00 Introduction to Thumb Sucking

01:42 The Trade-off

03:28 Personal Stories

06:11 Growing Up as a Thumb Sucker

08:02 Advice: A Strategy for Success

11:31 Medical Risks

16:03 Practical Tools

18:03 AAP Guidelines and Summary

The Difference Between 504s and IEPs—Made Simple Ep 42

Listen to our hosts discuss the meetings and the types of services children can get in the school classroom for different diagnoses and for special education.

Resources:

IEPs and 504 Plans: A Guide for ParentsBy: Rajapillai Pillai, MD, PhD & Jacqueline M. Branch, MD, FAAP ⁠https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/developmental-disabilities/Pages/Individualized-Education-Program.aspx

EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MD

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00:00 Introduction to Special Education

01:23 Understanding the ARD Meeting

04:36 Frequency of Meetings and Re-evaluations

07:06 Support Outside of Special Education

09:13 504 Plans vs. IEPs

11:50 Least Restrictive Environments

15:04 Recommended Resources for Parents

17:00 Conclusion: The Power of Early Intervention