Health and Home with the Hippocratic Hosts

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we’re explaining the ins and outs of the most popular eating plans out there. Many of us want to eat healthier, but how do we know where to start? Do  the words keto, paleo, Atkins and Whole30 have your head spinning? Should we trust that celebrity endorsement? Should we throw out everything currently in our refrigerators? And should we really eat only steak and c...

Send us Fan Mail It's our Season 2 premiere! To kick off, we're talking about travel in 2021.  What are the current recommendations for staying safe while traveling, whether you're vaccinated or not?  What are the different things to be aware of for domestic travel vs. international? How should you travel with kids?  And, with changing mandates, when do you need to wear that mask? ...

Send us Fan Mail In our Season 1 finale, we’re talking about that massive parenting decision for many of us: finding childcare. Whether you are a new parent trying to decide among the options, or you’re working from home and your kids’ Zoom-bombing is getting a bit too distracting, or you're an essential worker who can't work from home, we are here to help. We share our own experiences w...

Send us Fan Mail In the second of our ongoing series on mothers in politics, we're talking to Dr. Kim Schrier, the first pediatrician in Congress, who represents Washington's 8th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. She's telling us how she pivoted from a medical career to a political one, what it's like to sponsor a bill on vaccines that ends up taking...

Send us Fan Mail We're excited to share a joint episode in collaboration with the What is Black? and Flesh 'N Bold podcasts in which we're discussing everything you need to know about the COVID vaccines. Joining us are Dr. Lauren Smith, Chief Health Equity and Strategy Officer for the CDC Foundation, and Dr. Letitia Dzirasa, Commissioner of Health for the Baltimore City Health Depar...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we’re introducing the first of our new ongoing series on mothers in politics. Today we’re talking to Dr. Michelle Au, the author and anesthesiologist who was just elected to Georgia’s state senate. She’s telling us how a busy mom with no prior political experience became a state senator, what her goals are for her time in office, and why other moms should consider...

Send us Fan Mail On our first episode of the new year, we’re talking about New Year’s resolutions. Did you have a few too many treats over the holidays? Are you looking to finally break that habit or find that new job? Or are you resolution-averse but ready to make wellness a priority? We’re here to join you in your fresh start! Support the show ************************************* Connect with u...

Send us Fan Mail Fruits, vegetables, and kids: that important but elusive combo!  Why are fruits and vegetables especially important for kids, and how much should they eat each day?  We share a dozen of the best tips from experts and our own experiences for getting kids to eat more fruits and veggies.  Grab an apple (or an onion, we don't judge) and enjoy the episode!  Support the show ******...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we're talking about that universal experience: pain. Nobody likes to hurt. So what are the options for treating pain when we have it? What is the opioid crisis, and how does it affect us? And when is it time to call in a specialist? Join us to find out! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X...

Send us Fan Mail Today,  we're diving in to the holy grail: training your baby to fall asleep and teaching older kids healthy sleep habits.  Also, what's the latest on sleep safety for infants, and how can you know if you child has a medical problem affecting her sleep?  Plus, we share a simple hack of the week to help keep your toddler in bed, using just duct tape - but it’s not what yo...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we’re talking about environmental justice. What is it? Why does it matter? And why are we talking about it on a podcast about health? Join us for the lowdown on what it means and what you can do to help. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we’re sharing some of our favorite products that make our lives easier and more fun. We're talking electronics, games, home goods and even food. From gadgets that save us time, to items that keep our kids occupied or help them learn, to things that just plain make us laugh, listen in for our best recommendations, and check out our show notes at hippocratichosts.com for...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we're talking about sleep! The majority of us could use more or better sleep. How does sleep (or the lack of it) impact our health, and how has COVID-19 affected our ability to rest? How can you know if you're just tired or if you have an actual sleep disorder?  And we share some great tips on how to successfully drift off to dreamland every night. Listen...

Send us Fan Mail Today we're talking about the joys and challenges of breastfeeding. Why is breastmilk important for babies and moms? What's the latest on COVID-19 and breastfeeding recommendations? And we get real about the obstacles many women face, and how we can advocate for better laws to support nursing moms. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we’re talking about birth order. Firstborns, middle children, babies of the family, or onlies … how do these family positions affect your children’s personalities? How do they affect our own personalities as adults? And, really, does the science support any of this? Listen in for the scoop! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we talk about the people we most often forget to care for: ourselves. Why is self-care important? Can it really affect our health? And what are some easy ways we can fit it into our crazy lives? Tune in to find out!  Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and...

Send us Fan Mail Today we're talking about the coronavirus and kids. What's the latest data on how kids are affected by COVID-19? How can we support kids emotionally during an ongoing pandemic? And how on earth should we approach the complex challenge of school reopening? Join us to find out! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram ,...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we talk about how to recognize good information versus bad. How can you tell whether something you read online is reliable? Does it really matter? And how can we stamp out myths and support the spread of facts in order to protect our families and communities? Tune in as we tackle the topic of fake news! Support the show ************************************* Connec...

Send us Fan Mail In the second of our two-part series on race, racism, and health, we have a discussion with pediatrician and researcher Dr. Nia Heard-Garris on talking to kids and loved ones about racism: why it’s important, how to maintain momentum, and (if you haven't already) where on earth to start. You may recognize her from the recent CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall on racism, so we'l...

Send us Fan Mail In the first part of a two-part series on race, we’re talking to pediatrician, public health expert and What is Black? podcast host Dr. Jacqueline Dougé about the complex ways race and equity affect health outcomes and medical care. We'll define the buzzwords that seem to be everywhere these days, talk about our personal experiences, and learn about how race impacts both pati...

Send us Fan Mail The events in the United States over the past couple of weeks have been painful. We mourn the murders of black citizens and we’ve been moved by the massive protests around the world demanding racial equality. As physicians and mothers of color, we are particularly determined to move forward the discussion of race and racism from a public health standpoint. For that reason, we’ve d...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we're giving you the straight talk about vaccines. The world is waiting with bated breath for a coronavirus vaccine, but how do vaccinations work? Why is the childhood vaccine schedule written the way it is?  And what needs to happen before a COVID-19 vaccine is available to everyone? Join us to find out! Support the show *************************************...

Send us Fan Mail This episode, we're talking about one of our favorite topics: books! Whether you're stuck at home and desperate for new titles to fill up your newly free hours, or an essential worker with no extra time but a need to unwind, or a parent looking for new kids' book ideas, our recommendations will have you covered! Support the show *************************************...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we're talking about kids and technology. How do you help your children reap the benefits of the technology and devices available to them, without letting that technology take over? How do we keep boundaries on tech during a global pandemic? And what's our life hack to help you stay connected in a healthy way? Tune in to find out! Support the show *******...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we tackle that elusive holy grail, work-life balance. What does it look like for two doctor-moms? Why is it important? Why is it so hard to reach? And what can we do to achieve it? Listen in to learn some tips you can use to empower yourself and make your family's life more manageable! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on...