Are You Kid-ding Me?

What are the symptoms of ADHD? And what can parents do to support their children with ADHD? In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier delves into the signs, diagnosis process, treatments and co-morbidities of ADHD in children. Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding Me and leave us a 5-star review wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow Pediatrics in Brevard on Facebook Follow Pedia...

How do you know if your child has asthma?  What should you do if you think your child is wheezing? In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier discusses the causes for wheezing and other difficulty breathing in children, and what parents should know about asthma in childhood. Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding Me and leave us a 5-star review wherever you listen to podcasts. Follo...

Divorce and separation can cause a rift in communication between parents -- and navigating this with the best interest of the kids is important to healthy, effective co-parenting. Expert guest : Divorce attorney and mediator Joel Wilson joins the podcast to discuss his 25+ years helping families establish co-parenting strategies and courtesies that are successful. Like what you hear? Subscribe to...

Protecting children's vision and hearing matters for the lifetime of the child -- and parents can help establish healthy habits alongside their kids. In this episode, Dr. Tara Forcier discusses eye health in children and what signs to look for when it comes to needing a professional assessment. Expert guest: Elyssa McRae, Au. D. also joins the podcast to discuss ways that parents can help the...

Preparing children for adulthood is the ultimate goal for parents -- and a multi-faceted approach that includes chores, time management and even unstructured time can help prep kids for their future adulthoods. Dr. Tara Forcier shares her best tips for teaching kids the skills of independence, including some examples from her own parenting. Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding Me and...

A large part of preparing children for an independent adulthood is financial literacy -- including conversations on budgeting, interest rates and credit cards. Dr. Tara Forcier gives parents financial literacy conversation starters with kids, including how to use real-world examples. Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding Me and leave us a 5-star review wherever you listen to podcasts....

In such polarizing times, it can feel overwhelming to know where to start discussing race and social justice with your children -- but it's more important than ever. Guest: Pediatrician Dr. Kimberly Dozier-Thornton joins the podcast to give actionable tips on discussing race in America with your kids. Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding Me and leave us a 5-star review wherever y...

Self-regulation in children can be difficult -- especially if underlying issues are an added challenge. Parents can work alongside healthcare experts to help their kids, though.  Expert Guest: Dr. Caylee Banta joins the podcast to talk about the ways children can learn self-regulation and other insights from her occupational therapy expertise.    Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding M...

Navigating early childhood when it comes to safety starts with the basics for parents -- including childproofing, boundary-setting and honest conversations. Guest: Pediatrician Dr. Betty Cheney Kelly joins the podcast to share her tried-and-true tips for keeping kids safe in their early years -- and beyond. Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding Me and leave us a 5-star review wherever...

There are developmentally-appropriate ways to start conversations with your kids about sex in order to keep them safe and healthy into adulthood. On this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares the best ways to speak to kids about sex, from preschool through early adulthood. Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding Me and leave us a 5-star review wherever you listen to podcasts. Fol...

Adequate and quality sleep is vital to the physical and mental health of children and there are ways to ensure your child is receiving the sleep they need, at every age. Expert Guest: On this episode,  Pulmonologist and Sleep Specialist Dr. Akinyemi Ajayi shares the most-common disorders and challenges he sees in children’s sleep and gives his best tips for sleep health. Like what you hear? Subscr...

Illness and injury to children can cause panic in parents, but aren’t always cause for an urgent care or emergency room visit. Expert Guest: Dr. David Williams, founder of urgent-care network Medfast, joins the podcast to discuss the ways to know if urgent care, or a call to your pediatrician, is warranted. Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding Me and leave us a 5-star review wherever...

The coronavirus pandemic changed the world forever -- and pediatricians had a front-row seat to changing standards and best practices, including vaccine recommendations.  In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares insight into what she experienced as a doctor during the onset of the pandemic and what recommendations she sees as sound ones for all children.  Like what you hear? Subscribe...

Discipline for children often has negative connotations -- but when broken down, it simply means teachable moments and structure, not punishment. In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares her insight into how applying expectations and discipline into family life makes a smoother journey for everyone, and often eliminates the need for punishment.  Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are Yo...

You do not have to be an expert on school subjects, or to have even been a great student yourself, to support your child's education. It really comes down to staying involved in their schoolwork and showing interest in what they are learning. In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares her insight on the best ways parents can easily support their child's education, even on the...

Much of the care during childhod is proactive, not reactive, including regular recommended checkups and milestones. How often should children visit their pediatricians -- and what other preventative expectations exist in childhood? In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares the recommended schedule for preventative care in childhood and some of the often-overloooked ways to keep kids he...

Gun violence is prevalent in American society, so how can parents keep their children, and themselves, safe? In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier talks about responsible gun ownership, how children can stay safe at home and away from it, and what conversations parents should have with their kids about gun violence.  Like what you hear? Subscribe to Are You Kid-ding Me and leave us a 5-st...

Mental health distress is high among American youth -- and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic appear to have made matters worse. Parents play an important role in recognizing mental health struggles in their children and finding ways to address it.  In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares her insight into the mental health epidemic among kids and teens, what parents should look for...

Anxiety and depression are two of the most-common mental health struggles of American kids and teens -- and can even be present simultaneously. What can parents do when symptoms arise? In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares her insight into what depression and anxiety look like, including the less-obvious signs, and how parents can best support their children during mental health st...

Lice. Ringworm. Warts. Pinworms Does your skin crawl when you hear the names of these common childhood illnesses? You're not alone -- and it's okay to not completely understand them or how your children contract them. In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier explains just how common some of these childhood illnesses are, what symptoms look like, and what parents can do to prevent a...

Substance abuse is a sensitive topic, but one that should be addressed in childhood. Knowing how to broach the topic can feel overwhelming but it's important to find the time to talk about drugs, alcohol and other addictions with your children, honestly. In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares her insight into appropriate ways to talk about drugs, alcohol, vaping, tobacco use an...

Sports involvement builds confidence, knowledge and physical fitness -- but it's also supposed to be fun for kids. Where is the healthy balance between discipline in sports and the pressure overwhelming kids? In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares her insight into how to incorporate sports into family life, how to set expectations for kids in sports, and when to take a look at...

Does the amount of technology your kids access make you nervous? Are you worried about the effects of screen time? Do you want to know what the experts think about social media use for kids and teens? In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares her insight into making the best use of screens, social media and technology for kids and teens -- and how these modern amenities can actually br...

Do you have questions about parenting? Childhood illnesses? How to talk to your kids about social media use, drug addiction and gun violence? Welcome to Are You Kid-ding Me?, the pediatric podcast for parents from Pediatrics in Brevard. On each episode, pediatrician Dr. Tara Forcier shares her insight into how parents can bring their best to the childhoods of their kids -- keeping them safe, healt...