The Well Child

With this episode, we have come to the END of season 2 of The Well Child! Thank you guys for being on this adventure with us. We've covered nutrition, allergies, autism, racism, and so many amazing topics this season! We hope you guys found it informative AND entertaining! In this episode, after being asked many times on social media to share more about ourselves, we digress from our usual pediatric pearls and talk about our journey from when we met to how we got created the PediPals. We hope this lets you get a glimpse of our personalities and an insider view into how we somehow manage to get ANY PediPals work done at all with all our laughter and jokes!

In this penultimate episode of our Season 2 of The Well Child, we talk about a topic that many parents' lives - and ours - revolve around: allergies. For this, we have none other than our online BFF and fellow misinformation-fighter, Dr Rubin. Dr. Rubin is a Pediatric Allergist/Immunologist and is part of the PedsSquad, a group of pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists that met through being advocates on social media and that have banded together to help fight misinformation online, with us. Tune is as we talk about common conditions that your child may have that may require an allergist as well as seasonal allergies, eczema, food allergies, and asthma. We also touch on COVID19 and its impact on allergy syndromes in children. This episode is full of great tips and pearls for parents, and we hope you have as much fun listening as we had recording it!

This season we really wanted to focus on children with autism spectrum disorder. We find that, even as physicians, there are not enough resources and there is a lack of support for children with developmental delays. Today, on our 3rd episode on this topic, we have a guest with a very unique and rare qualification that specializes in children with developmental delays - Rose Griffin. Rose is an SLP (speech language pathologist) as well as a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst), and divides her time between a public school and her own private practice, ABA SPEECH, which offers services geared towards helping autistic students find their voice. Listen in as we discuss what are some signs of autism, when to intervene, and the different therapies available. Tune in as we talk about how to understand what combination of these therapies is right for your child while recognizing potentially negative factors in therapy that can be avoided and touch on ways older autistic children can excel in the classroom. We hope this episode provides much needed insight for parents traversing this world.

Our fantastic guest for this episode is here to help all of us, including physicians and parents, understand how to approach therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder. In recent years, ABA therapy has received much criticism after much-needed scrutiny, as those who've gone through it speak up about its effects on their childhood. Join us today to learn the pitfalls surrounding ABA and understand the associated trauma that the neurodivergent community has felt from none other than Dr Robin Roscigno herself - who's PhD focuses on equitable education for autistic children. She is the founder of AuTeach, an autistic educator herself, a mother of an autistic child, and a life-long advocate for parents and children. Listen in as we navigate how to be our child's and patient's best advocate by knowing what red flags to avoid in all forms of therapy and picking the therapies best suited to meet the needs of each child while not denying them the childhood experiences we all deserve.

The PediPals were asked by a local area Houston school (St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal School) to answer questions about the COVID vaccine for ages 5-11. Listen in as we sit down with the headmaster of the school and answer questions from concerned parents and community members.

We have so many wonderful psychologists on the front lines helping diagnose and treat children with a spectrum of mental health conditions. Our special guest, Dr. Kat Lewitzke is one of those heroes that specializes in assessments of autism spectrum disorders, academic performance, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and much more. Tune is as Dr. Kat helps dive into the autism spectrum and gives our listeners great resources and tools so they can be their child's biggest advocate and get them the help that they need early on, regardless of their condition or circumstance.

We were all SMILES when we chatted with our favorite Mama Dentist, Dr. McFarland. She is not only a kindred spirit, a new found BFF, but also an expert in Pediatric dentistry, a writer, a wife, and a mother. Tune in as she shares her experiences of dentistry, motherhood, social media and teaches so much about how to provide the best dental care for our kids.

In this Part 2 chat with one of our favorite psychiatrist, Dr. Shivana Naidoo, we talk all about Attention deficit disorder. This has been a much awaited podcast episode and we are excited to finally give you all the scoop about ADD/ADHD. Join us as we talk about how to recognize symptoms, how to diagnose, and the best options for treatment.

By popular demand, we are talking all about mental health in kids and teens. This special episode is Part 1 of our series on mental health. We speak to wonderful Dr. Shivana Naidoo, a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, and she helps us navigate this huge topic. Childhood anxiety, depression, and suicide rates are higher than ever before and she is instrumental in helping parents recognize what is just a phase or something more that requires further evaluation/treatment.

On today's episode we talk to Abbey Williams, who is a behavioral health therapist, mom of 4, content creator, and the host of her own podcast, Mimosas with Moms. Listen in as we talk about blended families, coparenting, parenting struggles, and so much more.

Join us today with our special guest Tori Levine who started a movement for Anxious moms and is the host of the Momxiety club podcast . She uses her psychology training and dance/pilates to help moms manage the anxieties of motherhood.

Venerable Tri Dao , a self-proclaimed urgent care Monk gives amazing advice to parents about how to teach your children coping skills and the importance of meditation from a young age.

If you want to know more about the latest in gut health from the expert herself, this episode is for you! Join us as we discuss the best things to feed your family with Dr. Mendez. She explains why the gut is the window to our health and immune system and how we can best take care of it.

In this episode, we talk to feminist, activist, best selling author, speaker, and movement builder Jamia Wilson. She is the author of one of our favorite children's books "Young, Gifted, and Black," and this was one of our favorite conversations. We talk about how to introduce topics like feminism and race with your children and how we can do our part to raise socially conscious, aware, and empathetic future generations.

In the first episode of our second season, we talk to Dr. Yami , board certified pediatrician and author of "The Parent's guide to intuitive eating" about how best to feed your kids, how to help them have a healthy relationship with food and what to do with those picky eaters. Listen in as 3 pediatricians guide you, inform you of common pitfalls and encourage you through this tricky part of parenting.

The Pedipals talk to Dr. Kristy Bybee, pediatric ER physician and counsel parents about when to take your children to the ER. Tune in as we talk about dry drowning, head injuries, ear aches, fevers , broken limbs and much more. This episode is a MUST for parents of children of all ages.

The episode that you all have been waiting for is finally here, and the PediPals talk all about eczema. If your child suffers from eczema, this is an episode that you do not want to miss. We talk about our personal experiences with treating children with eczema daily, what causes it, how we treat it, and everything in between.

The Pedipals talk to Jocelyn Wood, licensed speech therapist about speech development, what parents can do at home to accelerate speech and what it means to have children growing up in a bilingual home. This one is useful for moms with parents of ALL ages.

Youth motivational speaker gives some amazing tips to parents of teenagers. If you want to know how to connect better with your teenager, create a lasting and meaningful bond, decode teen angst and increase their motivation, this episode is for you.

The Pedipals talk to Azadeh Afsahi, licensed marriage therapist about how to parent in the pandemic, how to nurture your marriage and relationships all while keeping your own cup full. If you're looking for a positive, uplifting episode that will cut you some parenting slack, this one's for you.

The pedipals discuss binge eating, eating disorders and dysfunctional eating with body image expert Stefanie Bonastia. Tune in as they discuss what signs children and teens can exhibit if they have an eating disorder and what to look for as a parent.

The Pedipals talk to Reena Patel, renowned Parenting Expert (author and TV correspondent) about the mental health struggles children and teens face in the pandemic , how parents can help them through it and what to expect for the future. If you're worried about the effects of this pandemic on your child, this episode is for you.

Laughter is the best medicine, right? Tune in as we dissect health benefits on why you should make SURE your children are laughing every day.

The Pedipals talk to Dr. Jasmine Johnson, maternal fetal medicine expert who highlights the racial and gender disparities in healthcare. Listen in on this captivating conversation, as they break down the struggles women of color experience in America and what each of us can do to make an impact.

Listen in to a wonderful, raw and honest conversation about parenthood with the founders of "Not your mother's podcast". If you are feeling alone and frustrated as a parent, this podcast episode is for you.

Tune in as the Pedipals talk to Courtney and Katie, an OB and Midwife duo and the founders of the P.U.S.H Revolution about post-partum care, the 4th trimester, and amazing information all new and expectant mothers should know.

Does your baby have colic? Dr. Armin and Dr. Pal discuss what colic means for you and your baby, how to treat colic and detail what pediatricians want you to know about colic.

If your kids have ever suffered from a UTI or dysfunctional voiding, this episode is for you. Tune in as we talk to leading kidney and hypertension expert Dr. Alisa Acosta about urinary tract infections, constipation, children who are always going to the bathroom and much more!

The Pedipals get into the nitty-gritty of constipation in children. Tune in as they dissect what constipation means, how kids get constipated and how to treat it.

Listen in as the PediPals talk to Dr. Theresa Scott (aka Dr. Tea) about children in the hospital, common illnesses, COVID and bronchiolitis. Dr. Tea gives first class advice to parents you don't want to miss!

Listen to the Pedipals as they tackle important issues such as screen time, weight gain and pandemic blues with pediatrician Dr. Shaina Karabinas.

In this episode, the PediPals discuss homeschooling with Dr. Beth and explore a different style of primary care as they touch upon frequently asked questions such as "how to get your children to focus at home" and "the benefits of homeschooling".

In this episode, the PediPals tackle topics like when to send your child to daycare, when to introduce solids, how to pick a pediatrician and bedtime routines.

In this episode, the Pedipals speak to Dr. Singla, a pediatric rheumatologist about COVID-19 in children. They discuss signs and symptoms of COVID in children, side effects of COVID in children, how to boost the immune system and much more.

Adult infection disease expert Dr. Janice Koshy reviews her experience with treating COVID-19. Listen to the discussion as we talk about the virus, the vaccine, and latest treatments.

Join us in this brand new episode as we talk to Dana Obleman, pediatric sleep expert . Listen in as Dana shares some tips on how to help children and babies to sleep, while we discuss common pitfalls and mommy guilt.

In this episode, we talk about supporting mothers on their journey to feed their newborns with our guest Lorena Garcia, co-founder of the brand Love Majka. Listen closely as Lorena empowers women to take care of themselves, while we discuss benefits of breastfeeding, how to increase supply, how to store breast milk and so much more.

In this episode, Dr. Pal and Dr. Hodges discuss the popular toddler picky eating period. They also provide many pearls and tips on how to overcome this phase and how to raise children who love their vegetables and have a healthy overall relationship with food. Follow us on social media @thepedipals for more.

Join us for an educational discussion with Dr. Mike Smith - newborn and nursery expert, and winner of numerous pediatric teaching awards - as we talk about the post partum period and newborns and give new moms all the reassurance in the world. Follow us on social media @thepedipals.

In this introductory episode, Dr. Ana Pal and Dr. Samira Hodges introduce themselves, review their relationship, their journey into medicine and explain the one solid concept they want all parents to know about raising children.