Pretty Good Parents

Dr. Karen and Dr. Jack Hopkins
  • 5.0 (4)
  • MEDICINE

Drs. Karen and Jack Hopkins have been practicing pediatricians for 25 years and raised two kids. Together we'll explore parenting challenges, learn about childhood development, and talk about medical conditions that worry every parent. At the same time we'll definitely touch on our own parenting mistakes and let everyone know that it is okay to just be pretty good at parenting.

  1. 02/10/2023

    What's the Deal with Gas Stoves?

    Protecting our kids from life changing illness is something every parent wants. Asthma is life changing and we know now that gas stoves are a major risk. Dr. Karen and Dr. Jack give the straight facts about gas stoves that every parent needs to know.

    16 min

  2. 06/08/2022

    Feeding with Formula: Finding Safe Food for Your Baby

    Dr. Karen and Dr. Jack Hopkins confront another timely topic. Learn all about the different kinds of infant formula and what to do if you can't find what your baby needs.

    38 min

  3. 05/26/2022

    Ending Gun Violence: The #1 Killer of Kids

    Guns are the number one cause of injury to our kids. Pediatricians and parents should work together to pass common sense legislation to protect them. In this special episode, Dr. Karen and Dr. Jack Hopkins talk about areas where we should find common ground to help prevent the next catastrophe and also help prevent the daily toll of gun violence.

    18 min

  4. 05/19/2022

    Kid Coughs That Won't Quit

    Dr. Karen and Dr. Jack Hopkins talk about why our kids cough and why they need to. They talk about when to go to the doctor and why sometimes no treatment is needed.

    29 min

  5. 05/05/2022

    Fever with Seizure: When to Call for Help

    Fever can cause a number of different symptoms in your child. The most concerning and scary is a seizure. Dr. Karen and Dr. Jack Hopkins confront those fears in this episode. We talk about what to do if your child has a seizure and when to call for help.

    17 min

  6. 04/21/2022

    Our Little Angel Never Sleeps: Stopping Bedtime Battles

    Dr. Karen and Dr. Jack Hopkins completely failed at getting their kids to bed. In this episode, they talk about how pretty good parents can do better with their toddlers and preschoolers.

    30 min

  7. 04/07/2022

    All About Diabetes

    Almost every pretty good parent has worried at some point about their child's blood sugar. In this episode, Dr. Karen and Dr. Jack Hopkins explore diabetes. We look at the symptoms, the types of diabetes, and the exciting progress that has been made in it's treatment.

    23 min

  8. 02/15/2022

    Banned Books: Read Them With Your Kids

    Pretty good parents want to protect their children. Reading challenging books with your kids is a safe way to explore and learn about the world. In this episode, Dr. Jack and Dr. Karen Hopkins talk about some books that have been banned and why it's very important to read them. We chat about trusting and working with your childs teachers.

    22 min
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5
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About

Drs. Karen and Jack Hopkins have been practicing pediatricians for 25 years and raised two kids. Together we'll explore parenting challenges, learn about childhood development, and talk about medical conditions that worry every parent. At the same time we'll definitely touch on our own parenting mistakes and let everyone know that it is okay to just be pretty good at parenting.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Karen and Dr. Jack Hopkins
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Pretty Good Parents