HealthTalks by Stanford Medicine Children’s Health

Dec 05 2024 47 ep. 6

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HealthTalks by Stanford Medicine Children’s Health is a podcast series that answers parents’ most common questions about raising healthy and happy kids. Hear about useful health information, parenting tips, complex cases, and more from our pediatricians and specialists who are part of one of the few health care systems in the country exclusively dedicated to children and expectant mothers.

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Raising Awareness for Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder

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 syste

Pediatrician Insights on Childhood Sleep Problems

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.

Constipation in Children

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

What is IBD?

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.

Be Sun Smart: How to Protect Your Child’s Skin

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.

Pediatrician Discusses Tummy Troubles in Children

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.

Practical Tips for Dealing with Bedwetting

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.

Helping Your Child Cope With Depression or Anxiety

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; Changin

Cold or Allergy: How to Tell the Difference

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?

What is Autism?

In this episode, Dr. Sumit Sen will lead a discussion focusing on diagnosing and treating children with autism.