Kids Health Cast

Nikhil Menon, M.D. discusses what parents should know about Over-The-Counter (OTC) medications for children. He reviews the different OTC medicines available and their uses for treating various illnesses. He gives his best advice on administering the correct dosages at the proper times for children of all ages. He also provides parents and caretakers guidance on of the more useful OTC medicines an...

Julia Cron, M.D., FACOG discusses what parents and patients should know about contraception. She discusses the birth control pill and other tried and true methods of contraceptive options. She reviews the importance of long-acting, reversible and effective forms of contraception that are currently available to patients. She also highlights the benefits of using contraception as reasonable reasons...

This special episode on Youth Anxiety comes from On the Mind, the official podcast from the Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Psychiatry. Host Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher and Dr. Angela Chiu explore the causes of anxiety within children and adolescents and evidence-based treatments and tactics that can be used to treat mild to severe anxiety. To schedule with Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher To schedule w...

Andrea Beth Temkin, Psy. D. discusses what parents and children should know about managing back-to-school anxiety. She shares tactical things your family can do during the summer to get ahead of returning to school, including establishing routines and schedules. She notes the importance for setting up plans and scheduling outings with our friends and families. She outlines the signs to look out fo...

Dr. Corey Wasserman discusses what parents and patients should know about annual pediatric well visits. She describes the importance of preventative care for infants, toddlers, and children. She goes over the screenings, tests, shots, vaccinations immunizations and schedules to keep in mind leading up to visits. She also provides her best advice for parents on the developmental milestones to keep...

Elizabeth Odom, M.D. discusses what expecting and new parents should know about breastfeeding. She highlights overall health benefits of breastfeeding to both newborns and mothers, including the production of colostrum, the first form of breastmilk that is created after giving birth. She goes over the comparisons to formula and considerations that parents should know. She provides helpful tips for...

Julia Cron, M.D. discusses providing medical care and emotional support for transgender youth. She highlights the importance of delivering an evidence-based care approach when treating gender-diverse patients. She also discusses what medical providers and professionals can do to provide good bedside manner when interacting with diverse populations. She emphasizes the importance of care and support...

Elizabeth Odom, M.D. discusses what parents should know about introducing solid foods to their babies. She highlights the importance of head control, ahead of preparing a newborn for eating. She reviews the type of foods to start with and what to consider when introducing new foods, including looking out for allergic reactions. She also discusses the other types of milk that you can introduce your...

Julia Cron, M.D. discusses what parents and patients should know about adolescent reproductive health. She highlights the importance of healthcare providers delivering accurate evidence-based information to patients of all ages. She dispels common myths around gynecologic health that have been circulated and helps to deliver accurate information for families preparing for the first visit to gyneco...

Sallie Permar, M.D. and Karen Acker, M.D. discusses what parents should know about the pending approvals for Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV) vaccines. They track the trend of RSV cases before the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent uptick in instances within the population. They highlight the development process of the RSV vaccines and the testing involved for various populations, includi...

Isabel Reckson, R.D. discusses what parents should know about helping their kids stay hydrated. She discusses recommended amounts of water needed by age groups and the ways to tell if kids are dehydrated. She addresses the viral "WaterTok" trends on TikTok and what to know about flavored waters. She provides tips for encouraging healthy water consumption for the whole family. She also highlights s...

In this special iteration of Kids Health Cast, we are sharing this 2019 episode featuring Dr. Avital Falk and we go over what parents and kids should know about addressing and coping with anxiety. She discusses anxiety in children and how it can affect their ability to function and learn. She shares important tips to help them cope with their anxiety and to learn important stress management techni...

Jonathan Avery, M.D. discusses what parents should know about alcohol and substance use among college students. He also discusses how recent drinking trends like BORGs or hard seltzers have been impacting college campuses. He discusses the influx of alcohol-free drinks as alternatives in the beverage market. He highlights successful ways for harm reduction, mitigating risks, and how families can k...

Suzanne Straebler, Ph. D., PMH-BC and Melissa Klein, Ph. D. discuss what patients should know about eating disorders. They highlight the common types of disordered eating, including Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa, and how they can impact any one of different backgrounds. They also share how the impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic and increased social media usage have led to lower self esteem...

Kalliope Tsirilakis, M.D. discusses what parents should know about Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). She shares common VOCs that could be present inside households and how the irritants can trigger asthma and allergies. She highlights the recent concerns and debates around gas stoves, as well. She provides tips for how families can protect indoor air quality in the spaces they occupy.

Alison Austin, M.D. discusses what parents should know about potty training. She goes over the ways that adults can prepare for toileting of their toddlers and how to assess when their children may be ready. She also shares how to reassure their kids when accidents happen with positive reinforcements during the training process. To schedule with Alison Austin, M.D:

Alexander Chou, M.D. discusses his approaches to treating and caring for children with cancer. He reviews the genetic testing that would be available after a diagnosis and what parents should know about the high likelihood of curing pediatric cancers are curable, due to modern advances in medicines. He shares his philosophies and approach with multidisciplinary pediatric cancer care, including ind...

Andrea Beth Temkin, Psy. D. discusses what parents should know about youth depression and anxiety. She highlights the different types of depression, including episodes and disorders, as well the core symptoms to look out for. She reviews the red flags that parents can look for in their children, and the current therapies and medications available for treatment. She also goes over what parents can...

Hannah Simon, M.D. discusses what parents should know about preventing bullying in children. She starts with defining what is considered bullying, both in-person and online, and the impacts of it on kids and families. She highlights the effects of it on the psychological well-being in children and how adults can intervene to help kids develop healthy ways to manage conflict, develop resiliency, an...

Elaine Barfield, M.D. discusses what parents should know about addressing constipation issues in children. She notes the factors that may impact regularity and consistency, including issues of holding and signs of pain to look out for in kids. She gives advice on behavioral management that parents can train in their children early on, including proper sitting postures and understanding the gastroc...

Dr. Karen P. Acker discusses what to know about Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV). She highlights the main symptoms of RSV and the differences between COVID-19, flu, and other respiratory illnesses. She also discusses why children are at greatest risk for the serious illness. She reviews the best ways for parents to take care of their children at home and when it's important to seek addi...

Dr. Shannon Bennett discusses how families can manage stress during the holidays. She reviews the common triggers during stressful periods and how parents can help their kids practice mindfulness. She also highlights how guardians can help children manage expectations, maintain healthy routines, and stay present and in gratitude throughout the winter holiday season. To schedule with Dr. Dr. Shanno...

Thomas Ciecierega, M.D. discusses what parents should know about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in infants and children. He discusses how reflux issues can affect younger patients and how specialists can diagnose and treat the conditions. He highlights the various signs that parents can identify to ensure that their kids are digesting properly and when they should be brought in for further...

Daniel Bigman, M.D. discusses what parents should know about early childhood mental health development. He discusses environmental and psychosocial factors that can impact a child's development of anxiety, depression, and other disorders. He also notes early interventions and therapies available to children at young ages. He gives advice on how parents can help their children develop healthy behav...

Today's special episode of Kids Health Cast comes from our Women's Health Wednesday series on Back to Health. This conversation features Dr. Steven Spandorfer and we discuss what couples should know about addressing infertility as they begin the process of starting a family. To make an appointment with Dr. Steven Spandorfer