Young & Healthy

Cincinnati Children’s

Cincinnati Children’s Young & Healthy features thoughts and perspectives from kids health experts, patients, families – and even kids! – on all things pediatric health. Join us for lively conversations about current health topics and issues that affect children today. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

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    Healthy Gaming Habits for Kids

    Game on! Host Bo McMillan sits down with Child Life Specialist Matt Flynn on the latest episode of the Young & Healthy Podcast to talk about video games, screen time and healthy gaming habits. They talk about the game worlds kids love and balancing them with the real world.  Matt explains the difference between passive scrolling on TikTok and active video gaming. He also shares his thoughts on how electronics and games can both support and challenge childhood development. Spoiler, there are skills kids can learn from gaming that can be applied to real-life situations. Listeners will learn how to keep their kids safe in online gaming and make sure that their children are connecting instead of isolating themselves. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or gamer, this episode offers practical insights on screen time, healthy gaming habits, and childhood growth. Power up, grab a seat and dive in for an insightful conversation.  Resources:  To learn more about Child Life at Cincinnati Children’s, visit Child Life | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry  To learn more about game ratings, visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website ESRB Ratings | Entertainment Software Rating Board  For other media and entertainment information to keep your family up to date on all things media, visit the following websites:  Common Sense Media: Age-Based Media Reviews for Families | Common Sense Media  TechCrunch | Startup and Technology News  WIRED - The Latest in Technology, Science, Culture and Business | WIRED  Chapter Markers:  00:00:53 – What is a Child Life Specialist?  00:02:31 – Is There a Difference Between Scrolling and Playing Games?  00:05:21 – In What Ways Do Electronics and Games Support Childhood Development?  00:07:25 – How Can Skills Learned from Games Apply to Life?  00:11:37 – Do Video Games Negatively Impact Childhood Development?  00:13:22 – Are There Signs Screen Time Is Affecting Your Child?  00:17:15 – How Can Parents Decide if a Game Is Appropriate for Their Child?  00:22:10 – How Can Parents Keep Kids Safe in Online Games?  00:26:48 – How Can Families Make Games Feel Connecting, Not Isolating?  00:28:15 – Final Thoughts and Wrap Up.

    32 мин.
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    Infant Series: Understanding Your Baby’s First Screening

    A few drops of blood from a heel prick shortly after birth is sent to the state lab for every baby born in a hospital, and most who are born at home. The screening looks for markers of critical health conditions and flags abnormal results to the family’s pediatrician, and to genetics specialists. In this episode of the Infant Series on the Young & Healthy Podcast, host Kate Setter sits down with genetic counselors Lisa Berry, LGC and Cecilia Goueli, LGC to answer the question: What happens next if a newborn screening shows an abnormal result?  They explain everything families need to know about newborn screenings—from what to expect to how results are interpreted. Families will learn what to expect after an abnormal newborn screen, understand the possibility of false positives, and discover how to access support if a diagnosis is confirmed following screening. Don’t miss this insightful episode full of important guidance for new parents.  Chapter Markers: 00:00:57 – What Is Newborn Screening and How Is It Done?  00:02:48 – What Conditions Does Newborn Screening Detect?  00:04:11 – How Is Newborn Screening Handled for Home Births?  00:05:04 – Can Newborn Screening Be Done Too Late?  00:05:45 – What Should Parents Expect After an Abnormal Newborn Screen?  00:08:46 – Can Families opt Out of Newborn Screening?  00:10:07 – Do False Positives Happen in Newborn Screening?  00:11:06 – How Are Families Supported After a Flagged Newborn Screen?  00:14:15 – What Do Follow-Up Tests Look Like for Newborn Screening?  00:15:29 – What Does Guidance Post Diagnosis Look Like?  00:19:59 – What Support and Resources Are Available for Families?  00:22:54 – Final Thoughts and Wrap Up.

    25 мин.
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    Community Effort: Help Keep Kids with Autism Safe

    Safety planning and preparation are essential for all children, but for kids on the autism spectrum, it is even more important. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Julia Anixt and Dr. Jen Smith, two pediatric autism specialists, to explore how families and community members can work together to help keep kids safe.   We discuss the term elopement, what it looks like in the context of autism, and explore common reasons why kids may run off. Dr. Anixt and Dr. Smith share practical tips on how to make the home safer to make it harder for kids to run off and offer guidance on teaching kids different safety strategies such as identifying safe places, asking for help if lost and communicating basic personal information to help them stay safe.  Dr. Anixt and Dr. Smith also give advice to families and the community on what to do if you notice a child has run off, including first steps and how to approach and support them in a calm way. We discuss how families can collaborate with schools to create safety plans to ensure their child's needs are met. They also offer advice for families who are just beginning to navigate these safety concerns.   This episode is filled with practical insights and heartfelt reminders that keeping all kids safe, especially those who may be more vulnerable, is a shared responsibility. With awareness, preparation, and resources, we can build safer communities for all kids.     Resources:  Big Red Safety Box® by the National Autism Association    Outreach and Community Education

    34 мин.
  4. 25 ИЮЛ.

    Growing Pains & Play: Supporting Young Athletes Safely

    As kids grow, their bodies change rapidly, and for young athletes, those changes can bring both opportunities and challenges. Dr. Jeremy Shapiro, a sports medicine and rehabilitation pediatrician, joins us to talk about how growth impacts musculoskeletal health and what families can do to support their young athletes.   In this episode, we cover issues active kids may face as they grow, which sports may have a higher risk of injury during growth spurts, and the importance of stretching. Dr. Shapiro highlights how sleep, nutrition and hydration support healthy growth and development. We explore the benefits of sports diversification and why it’s good for kids to play multiple sports throughout the year instead of focusing on just one.  This episode also introduces families to the world of adaptive sports. Dr. Shapiro is passionate about adaptive sports and highlights programs like Be.Well and The Bridge Adaptive Program, which make movement accessible and empowering for all children.  Whether you're a parent, coach, or caregiver, this episode is packed with insights to help young athletes grow strong, stay healthy and keep doing what they love. Listen now.  More Resources for Families:  Learn more about be.Well Wellness Programs and the power of movement in our episode:  The Power of Movement: Pediatric PT and the Magic of Be.Well  For more information on be.well: Wellness Programs    Explore The Bridge Adaptive Program:https://www.thebridgeadaptive.org/

    35 мин.

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Cincinnati Children’s Young & Healthy features thoughts and perspectives from kids health experts, patients, families – and even kids! – on all things pediatric health. Join us for lively conversations about current health topics and issues that affect children today. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.

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