In part 3 of our safety series, we are discussing accidental ingestions with a focus on button batteries and magnets. We are joined by Dr. Minna Wieck, a pediatric surgeon with UC Davis. We review which toys and objects are highest risk for kids, what to do if you suspect your child has ingested a foreign body and the surgeon’s role in treating and preventing these devastating accidents.

We thank Dr. Minna Wieck for joining us on this episode of Kids Considered but Drs Lena & Dean take responsibility for any errors or misinformation.

Resources

The danger of button

batteries

How High-Powered Magnetic

Toys Can Harm Children - HealthyChildren.org

How to Buy Safe Toys -

HealthyChildren.org

Button Battery Injuries in

Children- HealthyChildren.org

Magnet Ingestions

Magnets | CPSC.gov

Photo from radiopaedia

In part 2 of our safety series, we are discussing babyproofing, injury prevention and water safety. We are joined by Jennifer Rubin, UC Davis trauma prevention manager and coalition coordinator for Safe Kids Greater Sacramento. We review common methods of accidental injury for young children and discuss methods for preventing accidental ingestions, falls and water safety.

We thank Jennifer Rubin for joining us on this episode of Kids Considered but Drs Lena & Dean take responsibility for any errors or misinformation.

Resources

6 Spots You May Have Missed While ChildProofing | Safe Kids Worldwide

Safe Kids Sacramento | water safety

Childproofing Your Home for Poisons - HealthyChildren.org

Preventing Furniture and TV Tip-Overs - HealthyChildren.org

Pool Dangers and Drowning Prevention―When It’s Not Swimming Time - HealthyChildren.org..n.

In part 1 of our safety series, we are discussing car seat & passenger safety. We are joined by Jennifer Rubin, UC Davis trauma prevention manager and coalition coordinator for Safe Kids Greater Sacramento. We review which car seats are appropriate for what ages, installation mistakes and how to ensure the safest possible ride every time for your most precious cargo. We also review bicycle and pedestrian safety tips.

We thank Jennifer Rubin for joining us on this episode of Kids Considered but Drs Lena & Dean take responsibility for any errors or misinformation.

Resources

Car Seat Safety | Injury and Violence Prevention Program | UC Davis Health

Ultimate Car Seat Guide | Safe Kids

Car Seat Installation Help | NHTSA.gov

Car Seat & Booster Seat Safety, Ratings, Guidelines | NHTSA

Is your car seat fake or not approved?

In this 2-part podcast series we review food allergies. Part 1 reviews what food allergies are and what they are not. We highlight the most common allergens and how to recognize a food allergy. We also discuss testing and management of food allergies. In part 2 we are joined by Robyn Lao, a pediatric nurse practitioner and mom of a child with food allergies to discuss living with food allergies, parenting tips and some of the amazing advocacy work her family has been doing for people living with food allergies in California.

We would like to thank Robyn Huey Lao for joining us for this episode, and Dr. Erika Cherk - pediatric allergy immunology fellow for reviewing the content, although Drs. Lena and Dean take responsibility for any errors or misinformation.

Resources

Food Allergy Research & Education

Food Allergies in Children: Common Causes & Symptoms - HealthyChildren.org

Create an Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan: AAP Report Explained - HealthyChildren.org

Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan - FoodAllergy.org

addie tells all | food allergy

Addie Tells All - YouTube

Red Sneakers For Oakley

In this 2-part podcast series we review food allergies. Part 1 reviews what food allergies are and what they are not. We highlight the most common allergens and how to recognize a food allergy. We also discuss testing and management of food allergies. In part 2 we are joined by Robyn Lao, a pediatric nurse practitioner and mom of a child with food allergies to discuss living with food allergies, parenting tips and some of the amazing advocacy work her family has been doing for people living with food allergies in California.

We would like to thank Robyn Huey Lao for joining us for this episode, and Dr. Erika Cherk - pediatric allergy immunology fellow for reviewing the content, although Drs. Lena and Dean take responsibility for any errors or misinformation.

Resources

Food Allergy Research & Education

Food Allergies in Children: Common Causes & Symptoms - HealthyChildren.org

Create an Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan: AAP Report Explained - HealthyChildren.org

Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan - FoodAllergy.org

addie tells all | food allergy

Addie Tells All - YouTube

Red Sneakers For Oakley

This episode explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare and impacting kids and teens. In medicine, AI is already being used for triage, documentation, diagnostics, and translation. We review its role in pediatric medicine and also discuss how teens are using AI for everything and while it can enhance learning, it also raises concerns about over-reliance, misinformation, and data privacy. Listen in as we review what is likely just the beginning of this new and important technology.

Resources

5 Tips for Talking to Your

Kids About Generative AI | Common Sense Media

Your Brain on ChatGPT:

Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essay Writing

Task — MIT Media Lab

NEJM- Generative AI in

Medicine

In this episode we review a recent Journal of Pediatrics study on TikTok skin care trends among kids and teens. We review the findings that many young children are using skin care products that are expensive, overly complicated, and filled with potentially irritating or allergenic ingredients. We also touch base with pediatric dermatologist Dr. Smita Awasthi to bust common skin care myths and share safe, age-appropriate recommendations.

Resources

Pediatric Skin Care Regimens on Tik Tok- Journal of Pediatrics

CBS News - Skincare brands make billions selling products including some harmful to young skin

HealthyChildren.org- What causes acne?

What makes teen acne worse? - HealthyChildren.org

What's the best way to protect kids’ skin from sunburn? - HealthyChildren.org

There have been numerous news stories and discussions about the dangers of cooking with gas stoves in the household. Is this a real concern? Or is this just nonsense, a nothingburger? In this episode, we take a closer look at the concerns about gas stoves and possible risks to children and other family members, and we will share our concerns and suggestions. So listen to see what we cook up!

This episode written by Drs. Dean and Lena

Additional resources:

Tanya Lewis, Scientific American The Health Risks of Gas Stoves Explained

Rachel Wharton New York Times Worried About Your Gas Stove? Here’s

What to Do