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Executive Functioning Tips and Tricks to Implement at Home Episode 63 S2E28:

In this third episode of their executive functioning series, Dr. Vivian Carlin and Dr. Sylvia Bank focus on practical, real-life strategies parents can use to strengthen skills like planning, working memory, flexibility, and self-control. Drawing from both their clinical and parenting experience, they share simple tools—from board games and audiobooks to chores and daily routines—that help kids practice these skills in low-pressure, everyday ways, especially children with ADHD.

They also talk about gradually transferring responsibility, coaching kids through social and organizational challenges, being intentional about screen use, and remembering that executive functioning develops slowly over time. This episode offers clear, manageable next steps for parents who want to better support their child’s growth at home.

Resources: 

Cleveland Clinic Executive Function: What It Is, How To Improve & Types

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/executive-function

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

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00:00 Introduction

00:33 Series Overview Executive Functioning

01:30 Priority Shift

03:03 Building Skills Through Play 

06:35 The Importance of Unstructured Play 

09:34 Household Chores

12:10 The Challenge of Letting Go 

15:44 Professional Support and the Impact of Screens

18:44 Hope for the Future

Executive Functioning in ADHD: A Detailed Look at Unique Challenges Episode 62 S2E27:

Our hosts explore how executive functioning challenges manifest in children with ADHD and practical strategies to support them. This episode offers hope and practical guidance for fostering growth, self-awareness, and resilience in children with ADHD, showing that progress is possible with patience, structure, and empathy.

Resources: 

Cleveland Clinic Executive Function: What It Is, How To Improve & Types

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/executive-function

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

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Parenting Through a Divorce an ACE's- Top Tips Episode 61 S2E26:

We welcome special guest divorce mediator Joe Dillon to the show.  With 28 years of experience in divorce mediation, Joe shares his best divorce tips.  

Resources: 

Childhood Adversity: Buffering Stress & Building Resilience https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Building-Resilience/Pages/ACEs-Adverse-Childhood-Experiences.aspx

Sesame Workshop Dealing with Divorce https://sesameworkshop.org/resources/dealing-with-divorce/

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

Special Guest: Joe Dillon

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00:34 Introduction to Joe Dillon 

01:56 Releasing the Guilt of the 50/50 Plan

04:06 Navigating Different Parenting Styles

06:20 Planning for Future Partners and Step-Parents

09:11 Change of Circumstance Scenario Planning

12:14 Practical Pearls Pick-ups vs Drop-offs

13:42 Age-Appropriate Parenting Schedules

16:29 The Reality of Residential Proximity

17:53 Recommended Resources for Kids

Parenting Through a Divorce an ACE's- Child Viewpoint and Parenting Plan Episode 60 S2E25:

We welcome special guest divorce mediator Joe Dillon to the show.  He shares his story as a child of divorce and describes the first step of divorce mediation - formulation of the parenting plan.

Resources: 

Childhood Adversity: Buffering Stress & Building Resilience https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/emotional-wellness/Building-Resilience/Pages/ACEs-Adverse-Childhood-Experiences.aspx

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

Special Guest: Joe Dillon

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00:00 Introduction to Joe Dillon

02:56 The Parenting Plan as a Foundation

04:25 The Impact of a Litigated Divorce on Teens

05:37 Signs of Trouble: A Child's Perspective

08:03 The Emotional Toll on Kids

12:06 Growing Up Too Fast

15:34 The Crawl, Walk, Run Approach to Planning

18:58 When to Talk to Your Children

21:28 Empowering the Child and Closing Thoughts

Executive Functioning in Neurotypical Kids - Middle School Challenges and Practical Strategies Episode 59 S2E24:

We explore executive functioning in neurotypical children, focusing on the tricky middle school years. Using real-life stories from their own families, they break down common challenges—like remembering homework, staying organized, and controlling impulses—and explain how these reflect normal brain development.

We share practical tips for parents, including setting realistic expectations, scaffolding skills, encouraging your child to develop their own organizational strategies, and celebrating small victories. Learn how to support your child without creating unnecessary stress, and gain reassurance that struggles with executive functioning are often a normal part of growing up.

This episode is packed with relatable anecdotes, actionable advice, and gentle guidance for helping children thrive as they develop these essential life skills.

Resources: 

Cleveland Clinic Executive Function: What It Is, How To Improve & Types

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/executive-function

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

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00:00 Introduction to Executive Functioning

01:06 Sylvia Storytelling

06:05 Defining the Three Core Executive Functions

07:55 Inhibition Control in the Classroom

11:10 The Developing Brain

12:08 Setting Parental Expectations 

15:12 Scaffolding, Coaching & Therapy

17:40 Giving Space for Individual Methods

21:04 Long-term Growth vs. Grades

Celebrating One Year Episode 58 S2E23:

Join our hosts as we celebrate our podcast's 1st birthday. We discuss our favorite episodes thus far and our most challenging moments.

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

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Executive Functioning in ADHD: A Detailed Look at Unique Challenges Episode 62 S2E27:

Our hosts explore how executive functioning challenges manifest in children with ADHD and practical strategies to support them. This episode offers hope and practical guidance for fostering growth, self-awareness, and resilience in children with ADHD, showing that progress is possible with patience, structure, and empathy.

Resources: 

Cleveland Clinic Executive Function: What It Is, How To Improve & Types

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/executive-function

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

Visit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected] 

00:00 – Introduction

00:51 – The ADHD Executive Functioning Framework

02:03 – ADHD vs. Neurotypical Development

03:39 – Storytelling: Inhibition and Defiance

06:45 – Managing Impulsivity and Digital Temptations

09:25 – Long-term Goals and the Scaffolding Method

12:44 – Real-World Success: Visual Cues & Self-Advocacy

18:35 – Final Encouragement: Hope for the Future

Adverse Food Reactions in Infants: Distinguishing Food Allergy, Intolerance, and Sensitivity S2E23 #58

Food allergies, food intolerances, food sensitivities in babies—what’s the difference?

In this episode of Ten Kids, Two Docs, we dive into the confusing and often overwhelming world of infant food reactions.  We share personal experiences as pediatrician moms, raising children with significant food sensitivities at a time when medical guidelines were rapidly evolving.  We also discuss what is different today, how participating in a long-term food allergy study shaped our perspective, and why we has empathy for families navigating this journey.

If you’re a parent of a baby with eczema, food reactions, or suspected allergies—or if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by changing medical advice—this episode is for you.

Resources:

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/breastfeeding/Pages/Infant-Allergies-and-Food-Sensitivities.aspx

George Du Toit et al.   Early consumption of peanuts in infancy is associated with a low prevalence of peanut allergy J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2008 Nov;122(5):984-91

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

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HIB, Pneumococcus, and Pertussis - Why Vaccine Prevention Still Matters Episode 57 S2E22:

In this third part of our three-part vaccine series, Dr. Sylvia Bank and Dr. Vivian Carlin are joined by Dr. Scott Krugman, Johns Hopkins-trained pediatrician and Dean of a George Washington University medical school campus. Together, they dive into the real-life impact of vaccine-preventable diseases—many of which parents today may never have seen.

Dr. Krugman shares his firsthand experiences caring for children before vaccines like Hib and Prevnar were widely available, painting a vivid picture of the fear, rapid deterioration, and life-altering consequences these infections could cause. From invasive Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) meningitis to pneumococcal disease and pertussis (whooping cough), he explains why early vaccination is critical for infants and young children.

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or just curious about the history and science of vaccines, this episode provides clear, evidence-based insights and real stories from pediatricians on the front lines.

Resources:

Dr Scott Krugman’s hib Facebook Post https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1cNJvLbSTF/ 

Dr Scott Krugman’s Pertussis Facebook Post https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1L8pvYMGCU/ 

VAERS - Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System https://vaers.hhs.gov/

VSD - Vaccine Safety Data Link https://www.cdc.gov/vaccine-safety-systems/vsd/index.html

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

Special Guest - Dr Scott Krugman, MD

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00:00 Introduction to Dr. Scott Krugman

01:18 The Hib Vaccine: A Generational Shift

03:09 Understanding Epiglottitis and Hib Risks

05:44 Clinical Risk Assessment and Meningitis

07:45 Prevnar & the Battle Against Pneumococcus

12:15 Pertussis: The 100-Day Cough

15:41 Debunking Vaccine Misinformation and Fear

18:11 Herd Immunity and Recommendations

Measles and Diphtheria - Why Vaccine Prevention Still Matters Episode 56 S2E21:

In this second episode of our three-part vaccine series, Drs. Sylvia Bank and Vivian Carlin sit down with Dr. Scott Krugman, Johns Hopkins-trained pediatrician and Dean at George Washington University School of Medicine, to discuss the history, impact, and life-saving importance of vaccines.

Dr. Krugman shares his expertise on vaccine-preventable diseases, including measles and diphtheria, highlighting the real risks children face without immunization. From the devastating complications of measles, like hospitalization and subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE), to the heroic story of Balto and the race to deliver diphtheria antitoxin in Alaska, this episode underscores why vaccines have been called one of the greatest public health achievements in history.

Resources:

Measles:  A Dangerous Illness by Roald Dahl https://www.roalddahlfans.com/dahls-work/essays-and-articles/measles-a-dangerous-illness/

Balto. Directed by Simon Wells, Universal Pictures, 1995.

Kimmel, Elizabeth Cody. Balto and the Great Race. Random House, 2002.

Dr Scott Krugman’s Diphtheria Facebook Post https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BzXua96VW/

Dr Scott Krugman’s Measles Facebook Post https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17pGkH6foZ/

VAERS - Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System https://vaers.hhs.gov/

VSD - Vaccine Safety Data Link https://www.cdc.gov/vaccine-safety-systems/vsd/index.html

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

Special Guest - Dr Scott Krugman, MD

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00:00 Introduction to Dr Krugman

01:32 The Reality of Measles Outbreaks

03:40 The Canary in the Coal Mine How Measles Spreads

07:15 SSPE The Long Term Danger of Measles

10:53 Diphtheria The White Membrane Disease

15:41 The Golden Age of Vaccine Development

18:50 Combatting Parenting Anxiety with Facts

22:02 Conclusion and Safety Monitoring