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  • Help Kids Cook Up Life Skills This Summer

    Help Kids Cook Up Life Skills This Summer
    2025/06/26
    Parents on the hunt for summer activities for their kids might want to look close to home: the kitchen! In this ParentingU episode, Dr. Thiravat Choojitarom, Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health pediatrician with a passion for culinary medicine, shares how time spent cooking can teach kids real-life skills that last far beyond summer. From cracking eggs to choosing recipes, Dr. Choo breaks down age-appropriate ways to invite kids into the kitchen and let them take the lead. Along the way, he explains how cooking together builds confidence, sparks creativity and encourages healthier eating habits. You’ll also hear why boredom isn’t the enemy of growth, how modeling behaviors matters more than micromanaging and why it’s okay if the pancakes come out a little wonky. With practical tips and plenty of encouragement, this episode is your reminder that life skills don’t have to be perfect to stick. They just have to start. Key Moments: The Importance of Culinary Skills for Kids – 2:57Age-Appropriate Cooking Skills – 5:16Encouraging Independence in the Kitchen – 7:54Other Essential Life Skills for Kids – 9:20The Power of Boredom – 11:24Making Cooking Fun –18:09 Read more from Dr. Choo on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/help-kids-find-joy-in-the-kitchen-with-real-life-skills/ Need some recipe inspiration? Download Dr. Choo’s red gravy and salad dressing recipes: https://health.fmolhs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ParentingUS5E4_RedGravyVinaigrette.pdf Learn more about Dr. Choojitarom: https://doctors.ololchildrens.org/provider/thiravat-choojitarom/1297388
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    24 分
  • Water Safety Advice from a Pediatrician

    Water Safety Advice from a Pediatrician
    2025/06/19
    In this episode of ParentingU, Dr. Kristen Sandoz, pediatrician with Our Lady of Lourdes Children’s Health, dives into one of the most important topics of summer: keeping kids safe around water. From pools to puddle jumpers, Dr. Sandoz shares what every parent needs to know — including why drowning is so dangerous (and often silent), how to spot a real-life water emergency and what tools can make a big difference. You’ll hear practical tips for every age and stage, plus the truth about so-called “dry drowning” and when to start swim lessons. Whether you're heading to the beach, the backyard pool or a splash pad, this episode will help you feel more confident and prepared. Key Moments: Alarming Reality of Drowning for Young Kids – 1:03What It Means to Be a Water Watcher – 2:20How to Recognize Drowning – 3:46‘Dry Drowning?’ Setting the Record Straight – 4:45Swim Lesson Options – 8:30Layers of Protection – 10:50Are Puddle Jumpers Safe? - 12:08CPR Training for Parents – 13:15Everyday Drowning Risks – 14:30 Read more from Dr. Sandoz on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/watch-the-water-to-keep-kids-safe-this-summer/ Learn more about Dr. Sandoz: https://doctors.lourdesrmc.com/provider/kristen-finney-sandoz/1962541 Download a Water Watcher tag: https://health.fmolhs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/WaterWatcherTag_CHTau_2024.pdf Learn more about the National Drowning Prevention Alliance: https://ndpa.org/
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    19 分
  • The Ultimate Family Road Trip

    The Ultimate Family Road Trip
    2025/06/12
    Summer road trip season is here, and if you’ve got kids in the back seat, you know it’s not all sunshine and sing-alongs. In this episode of ParentingU, Dr. Kyle Pontiff, sports medicine physician with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health, shares his top tips to help families hit the road safely. From seat belts and snack breaks to sun protection and screen time sanity, Dr. Pontiff covers what you really need to think about before you pile into the car. He’s got practical advice (like how often to take movement breaks) and fun ideas (hello, car karaoke) to keep the whole crew healthier and happier mile after mile. Key Moments: Take Regular Breaks to Stretch – 3:00 Often-overlooked Tip: Sun Protection in the Car – 8:49Avoid Dehydration – 9:52Snack Strategies and Road Trip MVPs – 12:49Always Buckle Up – 15:17Car Seat Tips – 15:33Why Kids Shouldn’t Prop Feet on Front Seat – 17:21Make Memories with Maps and Sing-alongs – 19:12Screen Time and the Quiet Game – 19:51 Read more from Dr. Pontiff on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/the-ultimate-summer-road-trip/ Want a quick hit of snack inspiration? Download Dr. Pontiff’s Road Trip Snack Sheet for healthy, car-friendly ideas: https://health.fmolhs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ParentingU_Season5E2_KylePontiffMD_RoadTripTips.pdf Learn more about Dr. Pontiff: https://doctors.ololrmc.com/provider/Kyle+Jude+Pontiff/1882694
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    25 分
  • Parenting Kids with ADHD in the Summer

    Parenting Kids with ADHD in the Summer
    2025/06/05

    With less structure and more free time, summer can be challenging for kids with ADHD and their parents. Josh LeJeune, NP, with Our Lady of Lourdes Children’s Health, offers advice on keeping kids engaged, creating light routines and incorporating activities that balance fun with focus.

    Josh discusses the unique challenges faced by children with ADHD, including emotional regulation, the importance of structure and the differences in how ADHD presents in boys and girls. Josh provides practical tips for parents on creating routines, managing screen time and fostering social skills, while also emphasizing the importance of self-care for parents.

    Key moments:

    • Understanding ADHD Symptoms – 02:18
    • ADHD in Boys vs. Girls – 05:44
    • Summer Challenges for Kids with ADHD – 09:01
    • Creating Structure and Routine During Summer – 11:44
    • Managing Screen Time Effectively – 15:24
    • Social Skills and Connections – 19:27
    • ADHD Medication During the Summer – 22:44
    • Healthy Sleep Schedules – 26:52
    • Parents, Take Care of Yourself – 29:48

    Read more from on our blog and see Josh’s paintings: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/helping-kids-with-adhd-stay-social-over-the-summer/

    Learn more about Josh LeJeune, NP: https://doctors.lourdesrmc.com/provider/joshua-le-jeune/2184423
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    35 分
  • ParentingU Season 5: The Summer Parent Playbook

    ParentingU Season 5: The Summer Parent Playbook
    2025/05/29
    This season, ParentingU is bringing you pediatrician-approved tips to help you keep your kids safe, healthy and having fun all summer long. From water safety and road trip prep to bike helmets, bug bites, backyard allergies and screen time, we’re talking about the real stuff that comes up when routines change and the days get longer. We’ve even got expert advice for navigating summer with kids who have ADHD, because every child deserves a summer that feels good. Plus, we’re asking our guests (and you!) to share your favorite thing about summer. What do you love about this season? Drop it in the comments or email us at podcast@fmolhs.org. We’d love to hear from you! Follow ParentingU wherever you listen to podcasts and get expert tips all summer long. Learn more at https://fmolhs.org/parentinguhttps://fmolhs.org/parentingu. Let's make summer parenting a little easier, together.
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    1 分
  • How to Protect Your Family from Measles

    How to Protect Your Family from Measles
    2025/04/03
    Measles is making a comeback — here’s what parents need to know. Kali Broussard, MD, pediatrician and pediatric infectious diseases specialist with Our Lady of Lourdes Children’s Health, explains why measles cases are rising, what makes this virus so contagious and how vaccination offers powerful protection. Learn how to spot early symptoms, what to do if your child is exposed and why getting vaccinated is more important than ever. This episode was recorded March 20, 2025. At the time of this recording the outbreak had only 300 cases and is now over 480 cases. Key Moments: Why measles cases are increasing How measles spreads so easily Signs and symptoms to watch for What to do if your child is exposed How the MMR vaccine protects kids and communities More ParentingU Resources: Learn more about measles on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/measles-on-the-rise/ Learn more about Dr. Broussard: https://doctors.lourdesrmc.com/provider/kali-a-broussard/2585966
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    13 分
  • Holiday Safety for Active Kids: Avoiding Breaks and Sprains

    Holiday Safety for Active Kids: Avoiding Breaks and Sprains
    2024/11/21

    The holiday season brings a lot of active, outdoor fun for kids — trampolines, bikes and even ATVs can bring excitement but also risks. James Gutheil, MD, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon with Our Lady of Lourdes Children’s Health, shares his advice to reduce kids' risk of injury during holiday activities. He shares the most common injuries, ways to prevent accidents and signs that an injury needs medical attention.

    More ParentingU Resources:

    • Learn more about keeping kids safe during the holidays on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/keeping-kids-safe-during-the-holidays-tips-to-avoid-breaks-sprains-and-other-injuries/

    • Learn more about Dr. Gutheil: https://doctors.lourdesrmc.com/provider/james-p-gutheil/2955594?

    Enjoy the holidays with peace of mind and keep your kids active and safe!

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    4 分
  • An Amazing Family Phone Hack for Parents of Tweens

    An Amazing Family Phone Hack for Parents of Tweens
    2024/07/25

    Lots of families struggle when it comes to the topic of introducing cell phones to tweens — parents don’t want their children gaining free access to the internet on a phone, but they might need the convenience and safety that a mobile phone provides. What can a family do? Well, pediatrician Nicholas George, MD — a recent guest on ParentingU, shares his favorite “parenting hack” to tackle this issue. Dr. George explains how a family cell phone can work for parents of tweens and teens.

    More ParentingU Resources

    Season 4 of ParentingU is all about Teens and Tweens! You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website or Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. New! Watch videos of our podcast on YouTube: ParentingU playlist.
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    2 分