Little Health: A Cleveland Clinic Children’s Podcast

Cleveland Clinic Children’s

Join us as we navigate the complexities of child health, one chapter at a time. Each season, we dive deep into a specific area of pediatric care, featuring a new host with specialized expertise. We address your concerns, answer your questions, and provide valuable information to help you raise healthy, happy children.

  1. 2d ago

    Essential Summer Safety Tips for Parents

    From crowded swimming pools to neighborhood bike rides, keeping up with active kids during the summer is a full-time job. In this episode, pediatricians Dr. Richard So and Dr. Shannon Thompson share how to build confidence in your kids through water awareness, playground safety and a modern approach to stranger danger. Learn how to spot the signs of heat exhaustion, protect your child in large crowds and get the tools you need to keep your family safe and healthy all season long.

    29 min

  2. Jun 2

    Is It a UTI? Spotting the Signs in Kids

    Many parents think UTIs are an adult issue, but they're a common childhood illness often triggered by unexpected culprits like constipation and holding in pee. In this episode, a pediatric urologist explains how to spot the subtle warning signs from babies to teenagers, and why completing a proper treatment course is important to protecting your child's kidneys. Learn simple bladder habits and practical tips that can help break the cycle of recurrent infections and keep your little one healthy.

    30 min

  3. May 19

    Why Your Child Wets the Bed and How to Help

    Is your child waking up with wet sheets? In this episode, pediatric urologists explain why bedwetting is a common developmental hurdle and how the brain-bladder connection works. From managing constipation to the truth about bed alarms and medications, our experts share shame-free strategies to help your child. Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox.

    22 min

  4. May 5

    Is This Normal? A Guide to Your Child’s Hips, Knees, and Feet

    Is it a developmental phase or a red flag? Your child’s body is constantly changing, with bones naturally rotating and shifting from their first steps through their teenage years. Pediatric orthopaedic surgeons discuss hip dysplasia, clubfoot, and pigeon toes, helping parents distinguish normal growth from issues that require a specialist’s care. Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox!"

    32 min

  5. Apr 21

    Understanding Scoliosis in Children and Teens

    Scoliosis is more common than many parents realize, and it isn't caused by heavy backpacks or poor posture as many once thought. This episode explains why your child’s puberty growth spurt is the most important window for treatment and how a simple "forward bend test" at home can help you spot red flags early. Learn how modern bracing and innovative surgeries are helping kids stay active in sports while avoiding major procedures down the road.

    35 min

  6. Apr 7

    Common Sports Injuries in Young Athletes

    Growing athletes face unique risks that often go unnoticed until pain becomes a problem. This episode explains why youth injuries like persistent shin or heel pain are often tied to active growth plates. Learn how to identify subtle injuries through point tenderness and numbness, recognize the signs of athlete burnout, and understand why playing multiple sports is important for preventing long-term damage.

    14 min

  7. Mar 24

    Sprains, Strains, and Broken Bones in Kids

    When your child takes a hard fall, knowing whether to rush to the ER or wait until morning can be a guessing game for any parent. In this episode, a pediatric orthopaedic physician explains the difference between muscle, ligament, and bone injuries. Parents will learn the "RICE" method for recovery, the truth about growth plates, and how to help their kids regain both physical strength and mental confidence after an injury.

    22 min

  8. Mar 10

    Disciplining Your Teen Without the Constant Arguments

    Are you struggling with a teenager who rolls their eyes, slams doors, or meets every rule with an argument? This episode breaks down the biological changes in the teen brain and why your own emotional intelligence is the secret to de-escalating conflict. We discuss the power of staying calm when your teen's emotions are running high, why short conversations beat long lectures, and how to keep your core principles and connection strong while tackling modern pressures like vaping and social media.

    30 min
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Join us as we navigate the complexities of child health, one chapter at a time. Each season, we dive deep into a specific area of pediatric care, featuring a new host with specialized expertise. We address your concerns, answer your questions, and provide valuable information to help you raise healthy, happy children.

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