Research suggests there are benefits to including chores in a child's routine as early as age 3. Children who do chores may exhibit higher self-esteem, be more responsible, and be better equipped to deal with frustration, adversity, and delayed gratification. Dr. Jennie discusses the benefits of involving kids in household chores and how it affects their growth and development with TikTok Kid Doc, Dr. Jonathan Williams, on this episode of KidzDocTalk.
Aug 8, 2023
19 min
July is National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and improve understanding of orofacial clefts (clefts of the lip and palate) and other conditions of the head and face. Dr. Jennie and Dr. Jordan Steinberg, Surgical Director, Craniofacial Program at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital discuss skeletal growth disorders, cleft lip palates, congenital disorders, and other head, neck and facial pathologies on this episode of KidzDocTalk.
Jul 25, 2023
22 min
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, or POTS for short, is a condition that changes the heart rate when an individual stands up from a lying position. Patients can have numerous symptoms across multiple body systems. Treatment options tend to be customized as an individual approach with the patient's cardiologist. In this episode of KidzDocTalk, Dr. Jennie and Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Oleg Kovalenko discuss POTS an how it effects children.
Jun 20, 2023
32 min
Any adverse reaction to a food, is an epipen potential reaction to any food allergy. In this Episode of KidzDocTalk, Dr. Jennie and Dr. Malka, Director of Allergy & Immunology at Pediatric Associates discuss food allergies, reactions, prevention and treatments.
Jun 6, 2023
38 min
Mental disorders can begin in childhood. All children are sad, anxious, irritable, or aggressive at times, or they occasionally find it challenging to sit still, pay attention, or interact with others. In most cases, these are just typical developmental phases. However, such behaviors may indicate a mental health disorder in some children. Dr. Jennie and MDKids Pediatrics' Dr. Krystal Jerry discuss approaching general mental health issues in kids and tools parents can use.
May 23, 2023
15 min
Teenagers get a bad wrap for always being moody but anger and irritability can be major signs of depression in adolescence. Dr. Jennie and Adolescent Medicine Doctor, Ken Ginsburg, discuss empowering parents on how to recognize distress in teens and myths of adolescence. Remember, it's never a mistake to check-in with your child. #StandByTeens #MentalHealthAwareness #TeenMentalHealth
May 10, 2023
35 min
Every parent's priority is the safety and wellbeing of their child. But how do you know the right time to intervene effectively? Dr. Jennie and Adolescent Medicine Doctor, Ken Ginsburg, discuss how parents and caregivers can influence young people in a greater way to help prepare them to be their best selves and lead us into the future.
Apr 11, 2023
35 min
National Nutrition Month Continues! The first 5 years of a child's life are essential in preparing for their future. Research shows that well nourished children are healthier, more attentive and have better mental performance than children that are undernourished. Dr. Jennie and Registered Dietician and Director of Nutrition Services for Lutheran Services Florida Children and Head Start Program discuss Fueling for Your Future!
Mar 28, 2023
26 min
March is #NationalNutritionMonth! Eating disorders are among the deadliest mental illnesses. Dr. Jennie and special guest, David Orozco, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Food Therapist, take a deep dive into the multidisciplinary approach of supporting and treating children, teens and adolescents with eating disorders.
Mar 14, 2023
38 min
The current generation of children tend to live a more sedentary lifestyle. According to the CDC, 1 in 5 children and adolescents are affected by obesity. Dr. Jennie and Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Lital Reitblat, discuss helpful ways to avoid obesity complications later on in life.
Feb 28, 2023
24 min
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