Kids' Wellness Matters
The podcast where pediatricians give parents the evidence-based, practical advice they need to raise healthier, happier kids.
Dr. Nina Alfieri and Dr. Rob Sanchez are both new parents and colleagues at the world-renowned Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
On each episode, Rob and Nina share their own experiences as parents and pediatricians. Along the way, they’ll chat with their co-workers who happen to be some of the brightest minds in pediatric science and medicine. From questions about parenting to child health and wellness, they’ll help answer the questions that keep parents awake at night. This stuff is their passion. We hope it’ll help you too. Because kids’ wellness matters.
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Kids' Wellness Matters Podcast Ep. 16: Navigating Infant & Toddler Challenges
Dr. Miller Shivers discusses strategies for managing issues many parents face at home such as infant anxiety, toddler tantrums, strengthening the parent-child bond and more.
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Kids' Wellness Matters Podcast Ep. 15: Water & Swimming Safety
Dr. Nina Alfieri and Dr. Rob Sanchez discuss water and swimming safety tips for families and give advice for multiple layers of protection to prevent drowning.
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Kids' Wellness Matters Podcast Ep. 14: Summer Hydrating Hacks
Hydration is essential all year long but is especially important during the hot summer months. Our hosts give practical tips and hacks to help kids get enough water and discuss ways to recognize the signs of dehydration and much more.
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Kids' Wellness Matters Podcast Ep. 13: Keeping Kids Safe in the Sun
Our expert hosts share their tips on SPF and other sun safety tips in this summer bonus episode of the show.
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Kids' Wellness Matters Podcast Ep. 12: Understanding Autism
Joshua Ewen, MD, brings years of expertise to answer questions about diagnosis, therapies, and research, expanding awareness of the diversity of autism in children.
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Kids' Wellness Matters Podcast Ep. 11: A Closer Look at Myopia (Nearsightedness) in Kids
Pediatric optometrists Noreen Shaikh, OD, and Magdalena Stec, OD, FAAO, talk about nearsightedness in kids and some innovative treatments and tips that could help prevent the condition from getting worse as children age.
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