The Medical Dads Podcast

Stu and Dave take a moment to ponder Thanksgiving in the time of Covid. How do you  survive a Thanksgiving when their cities have forbidden family gatherings?  Then they chat about what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving.

This week, with children around Canada and the US having returned to classes for a few weeks, Stu and Dave discuss what life is like right now for both children and parents. They share stories about their children navigating both real and virtual school, discuss the science behind why viruses are more virulent in winter, and close with practical advice on what people should be doing as COVID numbe...

This week, Stu and Dave take on the topic of parenting and video games. They wax nostalgia about the video games of their childhood and then break down some of the current issues facing parents when it comes to home consoles like video game time restriction and video game addiction, .

This week, Stu and Dave break down what it's like to parent during the age of the cell phones. They talk screen time, data plans, the risks of cancer and more.  If your children are pressuring you to get them a phone, or you're wondering what a parent is to do in this day and age, look no further.

This week, Stu and Dave reconvene to continue their discussion on outdoor play. They talk backyards, playgrounds, swimming pool and more, while sharing some thoughts on outdoor safety and just plain outdoor fun.

Just in time for the end of summer, the Medical Dads break down the joys and travails of sending their children outdoors as much as they can, and along the way, discuss Dave's favourite outdoor topic - sun safety!

The Medical Dads are Back! Back for the premiere of Season 2 of the Medical Dads Podcast and back to discuss going back to school for children after almost 6 months away from school! This week, Stu and Dave break down the only issue parents are thinking about as September nears.. Have a listen as they break down the science and the worries of going back!

Stu and Dave reflect on racism, and share some thoughts and viewpoints about racial inequality and their own experiences with prejudice.

On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss the trials and travails of schooling their children at home. For any parent who's been trying in vain to teach their children something while working from home, this episode is sure to ring true.

On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss the spike in household injuries that is occurring as a result of Covid, and give some practical advice on things to watch for at home, including everything from slamming doors to coffee tables to jumping off sofas. If you have children and they have a home to live in, then this episode is for you!

This week, Stu and Dave talk about children and the style boundaries they try to push, from what clothes to wear to school, to mohawks to the medical implications of earrings and tattoos, we've got you covered!

This week, Stu and Dave take a break from talking about children and turn their attention to parental health, and more specifically, the phenomenon of the "man cold." Ever found yourself lying face down in bed with a fever or rushing back and forth to the toilet while your kids are busy terrorizing the house in your absence? Then this episode's for you!

In this week's episode, recorded way before the Coronavirus pandemic during an alternate timeline, Stu and Dave sit down to discuss summer camps for children, what they look for when enrolling kids in camp, their own memories of endless summers, and Stu's time as a summer camp medical doctor! 

On this week's episode, Stu and I sit down and break down what's going on as the Coronavirus rolls on towards the summer. We discuss our plans for the coming months and what might happen in the fall to our children, depending on whether schools open or not. Then, we talk a little about how our work has been affected by the dawn of virtual doctor visits and Dave gives an update on how he's coping w...

Stu and Dave chat about the importance of imagination in both childhood and adulthood, and share some stories of imaginary life, including everything from imaginary friends to imaginary fights. They then talk about ways to nurture children's imaginations, and even attempt to explain why television may actually be beneficial to us all!

Is one really the loneliest number? Is two a crowd? Does three mean an odd one will be out? What about pairing off with fours? Or how about five, or six, or even more? This week, Stu and Dave discuss the size of families, and the peculiarities that occur based on the number of children in these families. If you've been thinking  about whether to expand your family, then the answer is yes, and...

On this week's episode, Stu and Dave take a break from worrying about Coronavirus and sit down to share their views on the importance of literacy and how to get children started on books early. Then they give some book recommendations for your children. From Dr. Seuss to Elephant and Piggie, this episode has got you covered!

Stu and Dave discuss how Coronavirus is unleashing an epidemic of anxiety. They go into detail about what the nerve-wracking experience of grocery shopping and then offer some advice about ways to stay calm and keep move on.

On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss what life looks like after another week of social distancing, home schooling, and trying to stay sane during the Coronavirus outbreak. What's the deal with wearing masks? Theories about why the virus affects some people more than others, and are there any silver linings we can glean from all this?

On this episode, Stu and Dave take another look at newborn baby care, this time with regard to the many strange and bizarre myths that have built up around the subject of caring for newborn babies and their mothers. 

This week, Stu and Dave record an emergency podcast about the of Coronavirus and the implementation of self isolation and social distancing. They talk about their current situations at work, review practical matters of social distancing and talk about getting ready for many  more days at home with their children.

Stu and Dave offer up a respite for everyone at the beginning of a really, really long March break, as they discuss parenting and bullying. They share some stories about their own childhood, as well as stories about their own children's travails in the jungle of life.

Stu and Dave talk about food and meal preparation from a dad's perspective.  They share  their own childhood memories about food, and then move on to talk about grocery shopping before finally sharing some of their go-to- "Dad recipes," including Stu's Mashed Potatoes and Dave's Japanese Curry Chicken.

On this week's episode, Stu and Dave take a break from medicine to nerd out about all things Star Wars! They discuss parenting and Star Wars, including vital issues as what is the correct sequence to watch all the movies in with their children, and what is a good age to introduce children to the series. Then they break down their thoughts about Episode 9: the Rise of Skywalker.

Stu and Dave sit down to talk about dealing with bored kids. Is boredom an essential part of life? Does it breed creativity? What do you do when your children complain about being bored? Are they really flatlining or are you being manipulated as they wield being bored like its a threat?