Season 1

RSV 101: Helpful Info for Every Parent

This week on the podcast, we talk to Dr. Mary Carol Burkhardt about respiratory syncytial virus, commonly known as RSV. Listen in as we break down the symptoms of RSV and thoughts on why we’re seeing it so early in the year, bronchiolitis, advice for parents who are feeling the stress of so many respiratory viruses circulating in the community, if and when parents should take their child to the doctor and symptoms of bronchiolitis that indicate an ED visit is necessary. This one is jam-packed with helpful information for every parent.  
For additional information on bronchiolitis and to see a helpful video that shows what retractions look like when an infant is in respiratory distress, please visit: https://blog.cincinnatichildrens.org/healthy-living/bronchiolitis-a-new-parents-guide-to-one-of-the-most-common-winter-illnesses/  
For more FAQs on RSV, please visit: https://blog.cincinnatichildrens.org/safety-and-prevention/vaccines/6-rsv-faqs/ 
 
 

A Discussion on Suicide Prevention

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, suicide is the second leading cause of death among people aged 10-34. September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, and it is imperative to have conversations about mental illness and mental health. In this week's episode, we discuss suicide prevention with Dr. Courtney Cinko, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at Cincinnati Children's. Our conversation includes who is at risk for suicide, red flags parents should look for, how to have a conversation about suicide, resources, and so much more.   
To schedule an appointment with the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, please visit: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/service/p/psychiatry/programs  
To learn more about MindPeace, please visit: https://mindpeacecincinnati.com/  
For additional resources for suicide prevention, please visit: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/patients/suicide-prevention  
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 
 

How to Talk to Your Daughter About Menstrual Periods

Your little girl is growing up and is showing signs that she is about to start her period. Where did the time go? How should we talk to her about this? We know parents have many questions as they gear up to have this vital conversation with their daughter about periods.  This week on the podcast, Dr. Lesley Breech, a Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecologist here at Cincinnati Children's offers practical information about when and how to have this conversation. Listen as we discuss the average age a girl should start her period, how long first cycles should last, irregular periods and when to visit the doctor, plus, when to talk to your daughter about her period, and so much more.   
To learn more about the adolescent gynecology program, please visit the Young Women’s Center for Reproductive Health & Development. 
To learn more about Menstrual Suppression in Teens, please visit: https://blog.cincinnatichildrens.org/86/menstrual-suppression-in-teens  
Additional Resources: 
All About Periods:
https://blog.cincinnatichildrens.org/healthy-living/all-about-periods/
Center for Young Women’s Health:  
https://youngwomenshealth.org/  
 

Vaping & E-Cigarettes: An Ongoing Health Concern for Our Youth

Vaping and e-cigarette use among adolescents is an ongoing health concern that has been labeled a global epidemic. In this week's episode, we discuss vapes and e-cigarettes with Dr. Sheila Goertemoeller who is a Pharmacist, Clinical Toxicologist and Drug Abuse Prevention Specialist. Our conversation includes the harmful effects of vaping, vaping regulations, tips for how parents can talk to their children about vaping, resources for families, and so much more.   
To learn more about the Drug and Poison Center, please visit Cincinnati Drug and Poison Information Center.  
For additional resources on how to talk to your teen about vaping and e-cigarettes please visit, Talk with Your Teen About E-cigarettes: A Tip Sheet for Parents (surgeongeneral.gov) and Talk To Your Child About Vaping | American Lung Association.  
For more information on E-cigarette regulations, please visit E-cigarettes: Facts, stats and regulations (truthinitiative.org).  
For additional resources on a free and confidential way to quit vaping, please visit My Life My Quit - Ohio.   
 

A Breastfeeding Journey: Important Benefits; Where to Start; and Where to Turn if You Need Help

In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month, Dr. Julie Ware, a physician in the Center for Breastfeeding Medicine, joins us to discuss breastfeeding. In this episode, we talk about the highs and lows of a mother’s breastfeeding journey, milk sharing, tips for new mothers, breastfeeding disparities, and so much more.  
For additional resources and to learn more, please visit the Center for Breastfeeding and Medicine.   
Learn more about World Breastfeeding Week, please visit World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action. 
If you or someone you know has extra milk to donate, please visit Human Milk Banking Association of North America. 
For additional information on All Moms Empowered to Nurse (AMEN), please visit: https://amencincy.org/  
For additional breastfeeding resources, visit: US Breastfeeding Committee , American Academy of Pediatrics and Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine. 
Ohio Statewide Breastfeeding Hotline: 1-888-588-3423