Bonus episode: Parents are starting to wonder—this time of year usually is when we starting thinking about flu season and flu vaccinations. What impact will COVID-19 have on flu season? We speak to pediatrician Dr. Lauren Bailey to bust some flu myths, get our COVID-19 questions answered, and find out what we can all have in our medicine cabinets at home to be prepared for flu season. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, October 7, 2020. Questions answered on the show: - Who should get the flu shot? - How is the flu shot different from the flu nasal spray? - Is flu going to be worse this year because of COVID-19? - What should I have at home before flu season? - My child is sick—when should I call our pediatrician? - When should we get our flu shots? Mentioned on the show: - We’ve made a handy flu survival kit you can download and take shopping! All of the products recommended by Dr. Bailey are on the list. Get it here. - Our Lady of the Lake offers video visits! Find telemedicine information here: https://ololrmc.com/patients-and-visitors/video-visits -  The Louisiana Department of Health and the Louisiana Department of Education have information for parents. - Our Lady of the Lake has information and updates about the novel coronavirus and COVID-19. We hope you find this Bonus episode of ParentingU informative and timely. You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website or on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

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Flu Season Meets COVID-19

Bonus episode: The calendar says it’s Back to School season, but what does that mean in these times of COVID-19? We have two doctors on this episode of ParentingU—both pediatricians and both parents—Dr. Christopher Funes and Dr. Michael Bolton. How can parents feel confident about children going back to school? What precautions make the biggest positive impact on children’s health? How can families assess their own comfort level for this transition time? These questions and more are answered on the show. This episode was recorded on Friday, July 24, 2020. Mentioned on the show: - The Three W’s—Wash your hands; Wear a mask; Watch your distances. - Our Lady of the Lake offers video visits! Find telemedicine information here: https://ololrmc.com/patients-and-visitors/video-visits -  The Louisiana Department of Health and the Louisiana Department of Education have information for parents. - Our Lady of the Lake has information and updates about the novel coronavirus and COVID-19. - The Centers for Disease Control continues to be a good resource for parents: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html We hope you find this Bonus episode of ParentingU informative and timely. You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website or on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.  

Back to School Safely in the Time of COVID-19

Bonus episode: From disrupted schedules to cancelled plans, the pandemic has put us all in a difficult position, and we each have all been affected in some way. Our kids might have thoughts, fears, and feelings (just like we do.) How can parents help kids cope? Dr. Choo (Dr. Thiravat Choojitarom) joins us on ParentingU and shares practical, age-appropriate suggestions for how to address concerns children may have and how healthy routines can be built into kids’ lives, especially as Summer begins. Dr. Choo addresses the changing nature of the pandemic, and updates parents on some of the guidelines for maintaining good hygiene; keeping up with well-checks; Summer camp; and more. This episode was recorded on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Mentioned on the show: - Dr. Choo recommends some of the parenting resources on the American Academy of Pediatrics: https://healthychildren.org/ - Our Lady of the Lake offers video visits! Find telemedicine information here: https://ololrmc.com/patients-and-visitors/video-visits -  The Louisiana Department of Health and the Louisiana Department of Education have information for parents. - Our Lady of the Lake has information and updates about the novel coronavirus and COVID-19. - Summer camp info from the American Camp Association suggests best practices and guides for parents. - Dr. Choo suggests Families Helping Families as a local resource for parents (especially families with a special needs child.) https://www.fhfgbr.org/ - The Centers for Disease Control continues to be a good resource for parents: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html We hope you find this Bonus episode of ParentingU informative and timely. You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website or on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Coping with the Disruption of COVID-19

Bonus episode: Parents have a lot of concerns about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and what it means for keeping kids healthy. To bring you facts you can use, we sit down with Dr. Michael Bolton, of Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health Pediatric Infectious Disease division. Dr. Bolton shares practical tips for what parents can do now, where you can find up-to-date information, who is at most risk for COVID-19, and what to do if you are concerned you or your child is ill. Dr. Bolton discusses practices we all can employ now (and at all times) to encourage health among all our family members. If you have a child that is anxious or overly concerned about the novel coronavirus, host Stephanie and Dr. Bolton talk about how to approach those conversations. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. Mentioned on the show: - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has tips for talking about the novel coronavirus with children. - Our Lady of the Lake has information and updates about the novel coronavirus and COVID-19. - Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health has an infographic to help you know more about COVID-19. Some of the questions answered in this episode: Are children at risk for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)? How can I talk to my child about the novel coronavirus without increasing anxiety? What should I do if I think my child has the novel coronavirus? What are illness prevention practices I can start using right away? Should we cancel our family vacation because of COVID-19? Does Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health offer telemedicine? Where can I get accurate, up-to-date information about the novel coronavirus? We hope you find this Bonus episode of ParentingU informative and timely. You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website or on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

All About COVID-19

Much of healthy eating is a matter of healthy habits. Return ParentingU guest Dr. Aimee Ferrell is joined by Lea Theriot, Pediatric Registered Dietician to talk about helping our kids be happy, healthy eaters. Many attitudes about healthy eating are formed in childhood, and our guests share tips for encouraging kids to try new things, get the nutrition growing kids need, and how parents can model positive behaviors themselves. If you are a parent that has questions about your child’s eating or if you need some new ideas, this is the ParentingU episode for you. Some of the questions answered in this episode: What is my ChooseMyPlate.gov and how can it help my family? What activities can I do with my child to encourage healthy eating? What is a “colorful plate” and how can I help my child eat more variety? What are some ideas for healthy snacks? What are good portion sizes for children? Is it okay for children for eat in front of the TV? How can I encourage a positive body image in my older child? This is the final episode of Season 2 of ParentingU. You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website or on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital means for our community.  Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Healthy Eating for Children

A serious issue, but one that parents are wise to address head on, inappropriate drug use is a concern for families. Dr. Lisa Le, Pediatrician with Our Lady of the Lake joins us on ParentingU to help parents open the lines of communication with kids on this topic. If this is a conversation you have been dreading or avoiding, we hope this episode gives you perspective and confidence in confronting drug, alcohol, and vaping use among kids. Some of the questions answered in this episode: What does ADHD diagnoses have to do with teen drug use? By what age should parents start talking to their kids about drugs and alcohol? Is vaping on the rise in teens and children? How can parents have an honest drug conversation with their kids? How can your child’s pediatrician help when it comes to talking about drugs and alcohol? How have perceptions about drugs like marijuana and things like vaping impacted teen use? ParentingU is here to answer questions from families like you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website. Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital means for our community.  Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Talking with Kids About Inappropriate Drug Use | Dr. Lisa Le

We travel to the Emergency Room on this episode of ParentingU to speak with Dr. Hitesh Chheda, a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist. What are some of the trends he is seeing in the Emergency Room? What do parents need to know? Dr. Chheda gives special attention to drug and alcohol issues as well as how big of an issue vaping is among tweens and teens. Dr. Chheda provides insights into these serious issues, equipping parents with the facts they need to communicate effectively with their children. Some of the questions answered in this episode: What are the most common cases in the Emergency Room? Is drug and alcohol use increasing or decreasing among teenagers? Are prescription drugs being abused by teens? What can parents do to protect prescription drugs from teens using them inappropriately? Is youth vaping something parents should be concerned about? Why is vaping becoming so popular? Isn’t vaping safer than smoking? Why is vaping in the news right now? How can I talk to my kids about drugs, alcohol, and smoking when I have used these as well? ParentingU is here to answer questions from families like you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website. Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital means for our community.  Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Drugs, Smoking, and Vaping – A Perspective from the ER

It’s the largest organ in the human body, but might get overlooked in your day to day healthy living. It’s your skin! Children’s skin needs care and attention—Dr. Sylvia Sutton, pediatrician for Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health and Dr. Jill Fruge, dermatologist with Our Lady of the Lake join us on ParentingU to help us know more about the skin we are in. Our doctors talk about common childhood skin issues from moles to molluscum to sunburn to acne. Proper skin care is important, and our guests give several tips to help parents. Some of the questions answered in this episode: What is eczema? Why is eczema so common? How long should kids spend in the bath? What kind of lotion should I use on my child? How can I tell my child’s skin type? How should kids be protected from the sun? Does skin tone matter when it comes to sun protection? Does drinking water help skin? How can parents help a teen with acne? When should a parent worry about a rash? ParentingU is here to answer questions from families like you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website. Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital means for our community.  Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Healthful Skin Tips for Kids

They are everywhere and available nearly any hour of the day or night. Devices and gadgets with screens are ubiquitous and the impact of screentime is now on the minds of lots of parents. Dr. Murli Rao, a pediatrician with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health and Jessica Brayden, LCSW talk about how to navigate our modern world that is full of screens in ways that promote health for children. Some of the questions answered in this episode: Is it okay for young children to look at screens? What are some mistakes parents make with kids and screentime? Does screentime impact child development? Is screentime hurting interpersonal skills of teens? Is the internet addictive? What are the long-term effects of spending a lot of time on devices? What are the benefits of using screen devices? Does screentime help or hurt children’s mental health? How can parents set healthy limits for screentime? ParentingU is here to answer questions from families like you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website. Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital means for our community.  Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Screentime

Asthma is a common condition that parents have lots of questions about. On this episode of ParentingU, we are joined by return guest Dr. Courtney James and by pediatric pulmonologist Dr. Andres Carrion. Our doctors explain what asthma is, what causes asthma, how asthma is treated, and what families can expect if they have a child with asthma. Dr. James and Dr. Carrion address many of the misconceptions about asthma, and provide a lot of helpful information for managing this condition. Some of the questions answered in this episode: What is asthma? What is the difference between wheezing and asthma? Is asthma curable or reversible? When do kids with asthma need to see a pulmonologist? Can babies have asthma? Do most kids grow out of asthma? Why do so many kids have asthma in our area? What does asthma have to do with other allergies? Does genetics have anything to do with asthma? What are some asthma triggers? How is asthma treated in children? ParentingU is here to answer questions from families like you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website. Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital means for our community.  Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Asthma

Welcome to Season 2 of ParentingU! We’re back with a topic that has come into parent’s consciousness in a big way in recent years: bullying. While this is an age-old issue, some modern technologies have amplified the impact of bullying on children. Pediatrician Gregory Gelpi, MD addresses the issue of bullying in children on this episode of ParentingU and provides practical tips for dealing with this issue. This episode will give you a practical education on the issue of bullying plus many strategies you can try today with your family.   Some of the questions answered in this episode: Is bullying really more of a problem than in the past or is this just a perception? Is social media the problem when it comes to the increase in bullying? What should I do if I think my child is being bullied? What should I do if I think my child is the bully? What are some of the symptoms a child may present if they are being bullied? How are boys and girls different when it comes to bullying? My children are bullying each other—what can I do? How can my pediatrician help with the issue of bullying? What are some practical tips that can help with bullying?   We can’t wait to share all of ParentingU, Season 2 with you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website. Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital means for our community.  Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

More than Being Mean - Bullying

August is here, and that means back to school! This is a bonus episode of ParentingU to help us all get into the swing of things at the beginning of the school year. On the show are two of our pediatricians, Dr. Michelle Flechas and Dr. Ashley Lucas (return guests from Season 1 of ParentingU.) Dr. Flechas and Dr. Lucas share some tips and some of their insight from their expertise as pediatricians to set families up for success in the new school year, avoiding stress and setting a positive tone to make the transition away from Summer as constructive as possible. Some of the questions answered on this episode: What are some of the basic ways to start getting kids ready for the school year? How much sleep do teens need? How can grown-ups get kids excited about school? My child plays sports. What kind of doctor’s visit do they need? My child is healthy. Do they need a check-up? Is it okay for my kids to skip breakfast? How can I improve my communication with my kids? My kids are so hungry by the time they get home from school. Any tips? Is vaping a problem among teens? How can role-playing help children in the new school year? We hope you have a wonderful new school year! Season 2 of ParentingU will be out this fall. We can’t wait to bring you information and perspectives to help raise healthy, happy kids! You can listen to all of Season 1 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, on our website, or any podcast app. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Back to School

It’s allergy season and we know that can be a tough time for kids. Dr. Sandhya Mani sits down with our host Stephanie to get to the bottom of all the misconceptions around allergies, intolerances, sensitivities and explains how allergy treatment has changed over time. Dr. Mani informs us on some of the myths around allergies and how she works with patients. Some of the questions answered in this episode: What are allergies? What are the differences between allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances? What do allergies have to do with immunology? Are allergies something we’re born with or do we develop allergies? How are allergies treated? What should parents pay attention to in terms of allergens? What changes have occurred in how allergists introduce possible allergens to children? I’m allergic to egg—what does that mean for the flu shot? Is there such a thing as “hypoallergenic” pet? What should parents know about epi pens vs. antihistamines (like Benadryl)? It seems like there are more allergies today than ever. Is that true or just a perception? This is the final episode of Season 1 of ParentingU. We are looking forward to bringing you Season 2 soon! You can listen to all of Season 1 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, on our website, or any podcast app. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.  

Tis the Season… Allergy Season

Anxiety is something children can experience throughout their development, and parents are more aware of childhood anxiety than ever. Joseph Grizzaffi Jr., MD is our guest on ParentingU and shares how parents can help manage normal anxiety in children as well as what to do if anxiety becomes a problem. Some of the questions answered on this episode: - What is “normal” anxiety in children? - Can infants feel anxiety? - Where does anxiety come from? - What are some tips for helping children and teens with anxiety? - How can parents help manage anxiety in children? - What are the differences between fears and anxiety? - When should parents seek help for a child experiencing anxiety? Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

Anxiety in Kids and Teens

Never fear, the teen years are here! On this episode of ParentingU, Dr. Courtney James and Dr. Ruben Battley address one of our most popular topics: life with teenagers. Parents have lots of questions (and sometimes concerns) about this time period, and how to manage not only a teen's development, but also the parent's changing role. Dr. James and Dr. Battley provide real-world suggestions about maintaining a harmonious relationship with teens and how your pediatrician can help.  Some of the questions answered on this episode: When does puberty start for girls and when does puberty start for boys? How is a teen's visit to the pediatrician different than a younger child's doctor visit? How can parents prepare children for the changes of puberty and teenage life? How can parents best handle the mood changes that can sometimes come with teen years? What kind of teen issues are referred to a pediatric adolescent specialist? How can parents improve communication with teens? Are there ways parents can help teens be more resilient? Mentioned on the show: Amazing Magazine Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health on Facebook and Instagram.

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A podcast by Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health where we sit down with doctors and experts to talk about important topics that all parents face. We're here to help you navigate this amazing journey we call parenting.

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