Ask Dr Jessica

Dr Jessica Hochman, Board Certified Pediatrician
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Ask Dr Jessica Podcast

The “Ask Dr Jessica” is hosted by board-certified pediatrician and mom of three, Dr Jessica Hochman. In this podcast, you will hear her interview experts and share practical knowledge. Dr Jessica believes that, with greater knowledge, parenting worries lessen. She also believes that the less energy we spend on worries, the more we are able to enjoy the experience of parenting. 

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Ep 151: Promoting Jaw Health: tips with teeth grinding, sleep apnea, migraines and more! with Dr Victoria Wexley, oral facial pain specialist

    Episode 151 of Ask Dr Jessica, joined by Dr. Victoria Wexley DDSBoard Certified in Orofacial Pain and Fellow of American Academy of Orofacial Pain. In this episode we discuss everything you've ever wondered about the jaw and jaw health--And this includes proper texting posture, gum chewing, and teeth grinding. We also discuss connection of jaw issues to sleep apnea and migraines. Thank you to Dr Wexley, I learned so much and I appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledg...

    30 min

  2. SEP 2

    Ep 150: Back pain & adolescents: posture, stretching, backpacks and more! with Dr David Skaggs

    Episode 150 with Dr David Skaggs (part 2)! This week we discuss everything you need to know about back pain and adolescents. For example, Dr Skaggs explains when to worry about back pain. He also describes ways to protect our backs---we talk about proper posture techniques, stretching, backpacks and more.Thank you Dr Skaggs for sharing your knowledge and expertise about pediatric back and spine health.Dr David Skaggs is the director of Pediatric Orthopedics at Cedars-Sinai Guerin...

    19 min

  3. AUG 26

    Ep 149: Truths and Myths: What can be done to prevent sports injuries? With Dr David Skaggs, pediatric spine surgeon

    Episode 149 with pediatric spine surgeon, Dr David Skaggs. In this conversation, Dr Skaggs explains what can be done to prevent and recover from sports injuries. We discuss sleep, stretching, lifting and even ice baths, and what he says may surprise you! Please stay tuned for episode 150 with Dr Skaggs, where we discuss back pain in general--common injuries, red flags and recovery and prevention. He is a wonderful doctor and human being, and I am so grate...

    30 min

  4. AUG 19

    Ep: 148 How to talk and connect with your teen, with Janine Halloran LMHC

    In this episode we talk to Janine about how to talk to teens and the importance of building a connection with them. The guest, Janine Halloran, shares her inspiration for creating the Coping Skills for Kids and Coping Skills for Teens workbooks. These books teach kids and teens coping skills and strategies . They also explore how to support teens facing emotional distress and social problems. The conversation ends with a discussion on how to approach teens who shut down and don't engage...

    33 min

  5. AUG 12

    Ep 147: What you need to know from a pediatric neurosurgeon: a conversation about head injuries, head size, epilepsy and more!

    This week we are honored to welcome pediatric neurosurgeon, Dr. David Bonda to Ask Dr Jessica! We have an indepth conversation about head injuries, large and small head sizes, hydrocephalus, epilepsy, recent advancements in his field of medicine, and more! Parents, you'll enjoy Dr Bonda---he's articulate, thoughtful, and you'll learn so much! Dr. Bonda is a native of Cleveland, Ohio. He received his BA in neuroscience at The University of Pennsylvania and his MD at Case Western Reserve U...

    43 min

  6. AUG 5

    Ep 146: An integrative pediatrician's take on environmental toxins, co-sleeping, screen time, sunscreen and more! ! Part 2 with Integrative Pediatrician Dr Joel "Gator" Warsh

    Part 2 continuing my conversation with Dr Joel "Gator" Warsh on Ask Dr Jessica, where we discuss concepts in his new book. We discuss the importance of parents trusting their parenting instinct, how to minimize toxin exposure, balancing screen time, co-sleeping, pediatric milestones and more! To check out Dr Gator's new book, check out: "Parenting at Your Child's Pace": The integrative pediatrician's guide to the first 3 years.Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, ...

    24 min

  7. JUL 29

    Ep 145: Parenting at your Child's Pace: by Integrative Pediatrician Dr Joel "Gator" Warsh

    Dr Joel "Gator" Warsh joins this weeks Ask Dr Jessica to talk about his new book "Parenting at Your Child's Pace": a parenting guide for the first 3 years. Dr Warsh is an integrative pediatrician, and in this podcast we have a great conversation about what integrative pediatrician is exactly, and what his philosophies in general are about parenting and medicine. Our conversation will be a two part series --on this episode we discuss setting boundaries, technology, teaching healthi...

    30 min

  8. JUL 22

    Ep 144: Strategies for Alleviating Anxiety in the Operating Room, with Dr Nina Shapiro, Pediatric ENT

    Dr. Nina Shapiro, a pediatric ENT, discusses the most common procedures and visits in her field, including ear infections and sleep disorders. She also addresses the anxiety that families may have about procedures and surgeries. She shares strategies for explaining procedures to children and discusses the use of sedatives and iPads to alleviate anxiety in the operating room. In this conversation, Dr Shapiro discusses the risks and misconceptions surrounding anesthesia in children. They ...

    38 min
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The “Ask Dr Jessica” is hosted by board-certified pediatrician and mom of three, Dr Jessica Hochman. In this podcast, you will hear her interview experts and share practical knowledge. Dr Jessica believes that, with greater knowledge, parenting worries lessen. She also believes that the less energy we spend on worries, the more we are able to enjoy the experience of parenting. 

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  • Creator
    Dr Jessica Hochman, Board Certified Pediatrician
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    156
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Ask Dr Jessica
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