Boston Children’s Answers Parentcast

Boston Children’s Answers Parentcast is the ultimate podcast for parents who want expert advice on keeping their kids healthy. Hosted by neonatologist and mom Dr. Jennifer Arnold, each episode features Boston Children’s specialists sharing valuable insights and practical tips to help you navigate the journey of raising children.

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How is vaping hurting kids?

Parentcast: Season 3, Episode 3 | 39 min
Vaping has become alarmingly common among kids and teens, but how much do we really know about its risks? In this episode, Dr. Arnold speaks with pulmonologist Dr. Alicia Casey about the dangers of vaping, its effects on adolescent lung...

Do some kids have urinary challenges beyond toilet training?

Parentcast: Season 3, Episode 2 | 25 min
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by Dr. Margaret Werner, a pediatrician at Boston Children's Center for Healthy Elimination and Bladder Rehabilitation (CHEER) — a program dedicated to nonsurgical urologic issues in kids and teens. Urinary health can...

Could my child be at risk for an ACL injury?

Parentcast: Season 3, Episode 1 | 38 min
Here’s a sound no young athlete wants to hear—the pop of a torn ACL. Unfortunately, ACL injuries in children and adolescents have been rising steadily and can be devastating for young athletes, sidelining them for months. In this episode, Dr...

Are performing artists athletes, too?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 12 | 36 min
When you think of athletes, you might picture football players, runners, or wrestlers. However, performing arts athletes — such as dancers, figure skaters, and musicians — lead lives that are just as physically demanding as those of traditional athletes, if...

How will asthma impact my child's life?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 11 | 37 min
Asthma is one of the most common chronic conditions affecting children in the United States, and understanding it is key to helping kids live healthy, active lives. Whether you're navigating an asthma diagnosis for the first time or looking for...

What should I know about prenatal care?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 10 | 30 min
In this episode of Boston Children’s Answers Parentcast, we focus on a crucial subject for expecting parents: prenatal care. Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by nurse Olivia Oppel, the Clinical Coordinator at Boston Children’s Fetal Care and Surgery Center. Together...

How is diabetes managed in children?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 9 | 39 min
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions affecting children and young adults worldwide. But what should you do if your child is diagnosed with diabetes, and how can you best care for them? In this episode, Dr. Jennifer...

Should my teen be seeing an adolescent medicine specialist?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 8 | 24 min
The teenage years can be both exciting and challenging for parents and teens. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by Dr. Pamela Murray, an attending physician at Boston Children's Hospital's Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine. If...

How important is bone health for growing kids?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 7 | 34 min
Short stature is not necessarily a cause for concern. A thorough evaluation by healthcare professionals can determine if medical intervention is required. Regardless, parents should focus on their child’s overall health and well-being rather than solely on height. In this...

How can I help my child sleep better?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 6 | 39 min
It’s a frequent question for parents: Is my baby, child, or teen getting enough sleep? Parents tend to worry regardless of their child’s age, and for good reason — many kids aren’t getting the sleep they need. In this episode...