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Medical Mamas promotes pediatric growth and coping by providing parents with resources to aid in navigating acute medical experiences, general wellness, child development, and life transitions from birth through young adulthood. Join Alli and Melissa as t

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    • Nov 15, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 14 EPISODES


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    Science Behind the Why

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 53:08


    If you have kids under the age of 5 this episode is for you! Learn the science behind why kids act the way they do. Join us as we chat with Megan Sheldon, MS, IMH-E, CIMI, an infant and toddler mental health consultant who specializes in helping parents and professionals better understand the behaviors of young ones. Thanks so much for listening to Medical Mamas. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @medicalmamasllc. Subscribe to our Apple Podcasts and rate and review us if you like us. To get show notes go to medicalmamas.org/podcast and you can even sign-up to get show notes emailed right to your inbox, and we'll email you every time there's a new episode!

    Gymnastics & Self-Esteem

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 33:26


    Self-esteem, teens, and gymnastics. Join us as we talk with Sarah Carlson a competitive gymnastics coach at All Star Gymnastics. We discuss the benefits athletics can have on child development and self-esteem, particularly in the teen years. Thanks so much for listening to Medical Mamas. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @medicalmamasllc. Subscribe to our apple podcasts and rate and review us if you like us. To get get show notes emailed right to your inbox click here, and we'll email you every time there's a new episode.

    Back to School

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 23:28


    Back to school can be a tough transition for kiddos, and parents! Due to the global pandemic and changes in the education system over the past 18 months, the beginning of this school year may bring extra stressors to many children, teachers, and parents. Listen as we chat with early childhood educator and friend, Ashley Chatelain, on common stressors seen at the start of a school year, how this might feel different this year, and how to best support yourself and your kiddos during this transition. Additionally, hear tips that can be applied to supporting kiddos through other life transitions. @tinyandtimeless - A community of real moms sharing the things we REALLY love to make your life easier. Tips & tricks + exclusive deals! @busytoddler - One of Ashley's favorite resources. @busytoddler is run by Susie Allison, a K&1 teacher turned SAHM. She shares great content including suggestions for how to talk to kids, as well as amazing activities. Thanks so much for listening to Medical Mamas. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @medicalmamasllc. Subscribe to our apple podcasts and rate and review us if you like us. To get get show notes emailed right to your inbox click here, and we'll email you every time there's a new episode!

    Preview: Medical Mamas

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 0:43


    Medical Mamas strives to promote pediatric growth and coping by providing parents resources to aid in navigating acute medical experiences, general wellness, child development, and life transitions from birth through young adulthood. Join Certified Child Life Specialists, Alli and Melissa, as they interview experts in these fields and provide concrete action items for parents to support their children in whatever life offers.

    The 360-degrees on Burns

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 26:31


    Sunburns, scalds, and contact burns. Join us as we talk with Amy Ballin, a Certified Child Life Specialist, and learn more about the gamut of pediatric burns. Amy describes the most common burns in children and why infants and toddlers are more likely to get burned than older children. As well as, the assessment and care of burns and how to explain dressing changes to kiddos. Amy's Favorite Resource: Phoenix Society For Burn Survivors Thanks so much for listening to Medical Mamas. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @medicalmamasllc. And if you like what you heard make sure to subscribe on apple podcasts and leave us a rating and review. DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this podcast episode is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, it is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information. Talk with your healthcare provider about any questions you may have. Nothing contained in this post is intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. The information and materials in Medical Mamas should not be used as a substitute for the care and knowledge that your physician can provide to you.

    We're Back, With a Twist!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 35:54


    Learn more about who we are and our vision for where our new season of this podcast will take the listeners. From the average family's encounter with going to the hospital, Patch Adams, medical bills and the recognition of early civilization, listen to find out how Medical Mamas is spreading the word and work of Child Life Specialists to empower parents supporting their kiddos during medical experiences. Thanks so much for listening to Medical Mamas. Make sure you follow us on Instagram @medicalmamasllc. Subscribe to our Apple Podcasts and rate and review us if you like us. To get show notes go to medicalmamas.org/podcast and you can even sign-up to get show notes emailed right to your inbox, and we'll email you every time there's a new episode!

    ACLP Insights: Featuring Bailey Kasten, COO and interim CEO

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 42:39


    During this episode of Beyond the Bag: Conversations with Child Life Specialists, hosts Al and Mel sat down with Bailey Kasten the COO and interim CEO at the Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP). During their conversation, Bailey shares her insights on recent press regarding the field of child life, the new Emotional Safety Initiative, and the ACLP's work with Tony Hudson founder of Racially Conscious Collaboration. Don't forget to follow along on instagram @thechildlifeshop To learn more about the topics discussed in this podcast click the links below: The Child Life Shop Association of Child Life Professionals Emotional Safety Initiative Racially Conscious Collaboration with Tony Hudson

    Getting To The HEART Of It

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 45:12


    Today we have with us Nicole, a Certified Child Life Specialist who works with kiddos diagnosed with a full spectrum of cardiac conditions. We look forward to chatting with her about her experiences with these kiddos, their families, and learning more...

    4 Pillars: Our Cornerstones for a New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 17:41


    Happy New Year! How is it already February? Catch up with Mel & Al during episode 6. It's a new year and new outlook. Learn about the four words we will be focusing on in 2021 to shape our conversations and engagement. We look forward to you joining us as we embark on cultivating community, learning, giving back & sparkle!

    Child Life Coffee

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 42:36


    Today on Beyond the Bag: Conversations with Child Life Specialists we want to shed light on a great organization that is giving back, not only during the holiday season, but all throughout the year! Mel and I were touched by this family's story of...

    Diabetes with Dani and Lauren - Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 33:03


    PART TWO - November is Diabetes Awareness Month. On this episode of Beyond the Bag: Conversations with Child Life Specialists we are discussing Type 1 Diabetes, most commonly diagnosed in children, teens, and young adults. “According to the American...

    Diabetes with Dani & Lauren

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2020 42:25


    November is Diabetes Awareness Month. On this episode of Beyond the Bag: Conversations with Child Life Specialists we are discussing Type 1 Diabetes, most commonly diagnosed in children, teens, and young adults. “According to the American Diabetes...

    Holidazz with Special Guest Jamie Gentille

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 40:05


    With the holiday season right around the corner, on this episode of Beyond The Bag we'll be diving into the role of child life specialists and their efforts to create a festive holiday season beginning in October and spanning through the end of the year...

    Two Brains Are Better Than One

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 39:39


    Get to know hosts Al & Mel and dive into the background of how "Beyond the Bag" came to be."Beyond the Bag: Conversations with Child Life Specialists" is a podcast designed with caregivers in mind.  Whether the professional or family member our goal...

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