HOME/

The Young & Healthy Podcast
Summer Eye Safety and Care for Kids 
11
Jul 2025
Summer Eye Safety and Care for Kids 
Summer sun = fun + eye protection! Learn simple tips to keep your kids' eyes safe and protected this summer season.
By: Leah Owen, MD, PhD | 0
Healthy Living
Need a Sports Physical? See Your Pediatrician
25
Jun 2025
Need a Sports Physical? See Your Pediatrician
Sports physicals should be part of routine preventive care done by your kids' pediatrician for better care, better cost & better access.
By: Mary Carol Burkhardt, MD, MHA | 0
The Young & Healthy Podcast
Firearm Safety: A Conversation Every Family Should Hear 
20
Jun 2025
Firearm Safety: A Conversation Every Family Should Hear 
Learn how to keep kids safe from firearms with tips on secure storage, setting boundaries, and talking to children about firearm safety.
By: Young & Healthy Podcast | 0
The Young & Healthy Podcast
Namaste Together: Yoga for Kids
06
Jun 2025
Namaste Together: Yoga for Kids
Learn how yoga boosts kids’ focus, reduces stress, and builds resilience from experts in this inspiring episode.
By: Young & Healthy Podcast | 0
Safety and Prevention
Summer Events and Festivals: A Safety Guide for Families
03
Jun 2025
Summer Events and Festivals: A Safety Guide for Families
Keep your family safe this summer with tips on hearing, sun, heat, and first-aid protection at events, festivals, and outdoor adventures.
By: Zenar T. Yohannes, MD | 0
Healthy Living
When Should Parents Worry That Their Kids Aren’t Gaining Weight?
20
May 2025
When Should Parents Worry That Their Kids Aren’t Gaining Weight?
Weight gain can be a marker of healthy growth and nutrition. But some kids struggle with gaining & maintaining. Learn symptoms & how to help.
By: Emily Cooperstein, MD | 0
Healthy Living
How to Prepare Your Child to Become a Big Sibling
06
May 2025
How to Prepare Your Child to Become a Big Sibling
It's not just parents who need to get ready for another baby– your firstborn does too. Read tips from a mom and social worker.
By: Corinne Kaufman, MSW, LISW | 0
Healthy Living
Misconceptions About Migraines in Children and Adolescents
29
Apr 2025
Misconceptions About Migraines in Children and Adolescents
It's a common misconception that young kids don't get migraines. Even toddlers can get them! Read to dispel more myths about migraines.
By: Marielle Kabbouche Samaha, MD | 0
The Young & Healthy Podcast
Toddler Spells vs. Seizures: What’s Normal and When to Worry
25
Apr 2025
Toddler Spells vs. Seizures: What’s Normal and When to Worry
Two pediatric neurologists sit down for an important conversation about how to tell the difference between toddler spells and seizures.
By: Young & Healthy Podcast | 0
Healthy Living
Kids and Electric Scooters: What Are the Risks?
22
Apr 2025
Kids and Electric Scooters: What Are the Risks?
Electric scooters have become popular, but are they safe? Read about the risks as well as tips to reduce the risk of injury.
By: Melissa Williams, MSN | 0
Healthy Living
How to Help Children With Cicadas
18
Apr 2025
How to Help Children With Cicadas
Cicadas can be loud and might scare children. Here are tips to help prepare your child plus a learning tool that can reduce stress in kids.
By: Julia Anixt, MD | 0
The Young & Healthy Podcast
Navigating Kids’ Routines: Tips for Caregivers
11
Apr 2025
Navigating Kids’ Routines: Tips for Caregivers
Discover how routines support child development, boost confidence, and adapt to change in this insightful chat.
By: Alex C. Nyquist, PhD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Measles in 2025: What Parents Need to Know About This Preventable Disease
08
Apr 2025
Measles in 2025: What Parents Need to Know About This Preventable Disease
Measles is on the rise in 2025. Read what parents need to know about this highly contagious, potentially serious & preventable disease.
By: Felicia Scaggs Huang, MD, MSc | 0
Healthy Living
Spring Allergies: What You Can Do for Your Child
03
Apr 2025
Spring Allergies: What You Can Do for Your Child
Pollen and mold are hard to avoid when you want to go outside and play, but there are a number of ways to manage spring allergy symptoms.
By: Nick DeBlasio, MD | 0
The Young & Healthy Podcast
Separation Anxiety in Kids
28
Mar 2025
Separation Anxiety in Kids
Explore separation anxiety—what it is, when it starts, how it impacts kids and caregivers, and when support may be needed.
By: Young & Healthy Podcast | 0
Fitness and Nutrition
Are Protein Powders, Drinks and Bars Safe for Teens?
27
Mar 2025
Are Protein Powders, Drinks and Bars Safe for Teens?
Protein is needed for building muscles, but more of it isn’t always better. Learn how much teens need and the safety of these products.
By: Abi Lepolt, RD, CSP, LD | 0
Safety and Prevention
Parents of Teens: 8 Facts To Know About Nicotine and E-Cigarettes
18
Mar 2025
Parents of Teens: 8 Facts To Know About Nicotine and E-Cigarettes
Parents can use this information to help reduce the likelihood that their teens will turn to vaping and e-cigarettes.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 1
Safety and Prevention
Spring Cleaning? Keep These Safety Precautions In Mind
13
Mar 2025
Spring Cleaning? Keep These Safety Precautions In Mind
Poisonings are a leading cause of death from injuries in the United States. Use these spring cleaning safety tips to keep your family safe.
By: Sheila Goertemoeller, PharmD, D.ABAT | 0
The Young & Healthy Podcast
Flu in our Community and Measles in Texas 
04
Mar 2025
Flu in our Community and Measles in Texas 
Flu season is here! Get insights on flu and measles outbreaks, key symptoms, and tips to keep your family healthy in this timely episode.
By: Felicia Scaggs Huang, MD, MSc | 0
Safety and Prevention
Parents: Know the Dangers of Water Beads
03
Mar 2025
Parents: Know the Dangers of Water Beads
Learn about the dangers that come with using water beads as toys, including risks with swallowing them and poisoning risks.
By: Julia Conroy, MAEd, MCHES | 1
The Young & Healthy Podcast
Empowered Kids: A Guide to Boundaries 
14
Feb 2025
Empowered Kids: A Guide to Boundaries 
Teach kids about boundaries early! Young & Healthy dives into setting limits, respecting privacy, and building confidence. Listen now!
By: Ashley Cremeans, MSSW, LSW | 1
Healthy Living
Disordered Eating: How to Recognize When A Child Needs Help
31
Jan 2025
Disordered Eating: How to Recognize When A Child Needs Help
Parents should be aware of the red-flags associated with disordered eating, which can include certain dieting, exercise and social behaviors.
By: Darcey Thornton, MD | 2
Child Development and Behavior
Puberty in Girls: Conversation Starters for Parents
21
Jan 2025
Puberty in Girls: Conversation Starters for Parents
It’s important to talk with your kids about changes in their body. Use these tips for starting the puberty conversation.
By: Lesley Breech, MD | 0
The Young & Healthy Podcast
Inch by Inch: Growth Spurts in Kids
17
Jan 2025
Inch by Inch: Growth Spurts in Kids
Discover expert tips on growth spurts, patterns, growing pains, and when to consult a pediatrician on the latest episode of Young & Healthy.
By: Young & Healthy Podcast | 0
Topics
See All Topics
See Less Topics
Popular Posts
3 Factors That Put Teens At Higher Risk for Running Injuries
Fitness and Nutrition, Healthy Living
Your Newborn’s First Pediatrician Appointment: What to Expect 
Healthy Living
Eczema in Kids: What Parents Should Know
The Young & Healthy Podcast
How You Can Help Prevent Accidental Poisonings
Safety and Prevention