ParentingU

ParentingU

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System

Episodes 72
Avg. Duration 22m
Activity Dormant
Since Oct 2018
Latest Episode Aug 2025

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Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
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rss.libsyn.com

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About This Podcast

A podcast by Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System where we sit down with doctors and experts to talk about important topics that all parents face. We're here to help you navigate this amazing journey we call parenting.

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Must-Try Back-to-School Smoothie Hack

Aug 07, 2025 6m Bonus

Back-to-school season is busy enough — snacks shouldn't be! In this episode of ParentingU Extra Credit, pediatric GI and healthy weight nutrition nurse April Hamilton, RN, shares her favorite…

S5E8 Expert Screen Time Advice for Families

Jul 31, 2025 18m

Summer can make screen limits harder to hold, but it's also a perfect time to reclaim imagination, connection and play. In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Sandy Reed shares her expert insight on how…

S5E7 Bike and Scooter Safety Tips for Families

Jul 24, 2025 27m

What's the key to safe summer fun? According to Dr. Nicholas George, it's all about modeling good habits, setting boundaries and never skipping the helmet. In this ParentingU episode, he shares…

S5E6 Summer Allergy Help for Parents

Jul 17, 2025 38m

Summer's here, and that means more sunshine — and more sneezing! Join pediatric allergy expert Dr. Theron McCormick as he unpacks the mysteries of summer sniffles, itchy eyes and how to keep your…

S5E5 Summer First Aid for Families

Jul 10, 2025 20m

From bug bites to skinned knees, summer brings plenty of opportunities for adventure — and a few inevitable mishaps. In this episode of ParentingU, Dr. Kali Broussard, pediatrician and infectious…

Summer Hydration Hacks for Kids | ParentingU ExtraCredit

Jul 03, 2025 8m Bonus

Summer fun means staying hydrated, and we're making it easy and tasty in this ParentingU ExtraCredit episode! April Hamilton, RN, a pediatric gastrointestinal and healthy weight and nutrition nurse…

S5E4 Help Kids Cook Up Life Skills This Summer

Jun 26, 2025 24m

Parents on the hunt for summer activities for their kids might want to look close to home: the kitchen! In this ParentingU episode, Dr. Thiravat Choojitarom, Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health…

S5E3 Water Safety Advice from a Pediatrician

Jun 19, 2025 18m

In this episode of ParentingU, Dr. Kristen Sandoz, pediatrician with Our Lady of Lourdes Children's Health, dives into one of the most important topics of summer: keeping kids safe around water. …

S5E2 The Ultimate Family Road Trip

Jun 12, 2025 25m

Summer road trip season is here, and if you've got kids in the back seat, you know it's not all sunshine and sing-alongs. In this episode of ParentingU, Dr. Kyle Pontiff, sports medicine physician…

S5E1 Parenting Kids with ADHD in the Summer

Jun 05, 2025 35m

With less structure and more free time, summer can be challenging for kids with ADHD and their parents. Josh LeJeune, NP, with Our Lady of Lourdes Children's Health, offers advice on keeping kids…

S5 ParentingU Season 5: The Summer Parent Playbook

May 29, 2025 1m Trailer

This season, ParentingU is bringing you pediatrician-approved tips to help you keep your kids safe, healthy and having fun all summer long. From water safety and road trip prep to bike helmets, bug…

How to Protect Your Family from Measles

Apr 03, 2025 12m Bonus

Measles is making a comeback — here's what parents need to know. Kali Broussard, MD, pediatrician and pediatric infectious diseases specialist with Our Lady of Lourdes Children's Health, explains…

Holiday Safety for Active Kids: Avoiding Breaks and Sprains

Nov 21, 2024 3m Bonus

The holiday season brings a lot of active, outdoor fun for kids — trampolines, bikes and even ATVs can bring excitement but also risks. James Gutheil, MD, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon with Our Lady…

An Amazing Family Phone Hack for Parents of Tweens

Jul 25, 2024 1m Bonus

Lots of families struggle when it comes to the topic of introducing cell phones to tweens — parents don't want their children gaining free access to the internet on a phone, but they might need the…

Summer Kitchen Safety for Kids

Jun 13, 2024 3m Bonus

In this ParentingU ExtraCredit episode, Our Lady of Lourdes Burn Center physician assistant Rachel Stutes shares her insights on summer safety, especially for kids. She emphasizes the importance of…

Breastfeeding Blues - Tips for New Moms

May 23, 2024 1m Bonus

Navigating breastfeeding challenges can feel overwhelming for many new moms. Elizabeth Wallis, MD, pediatrician with Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health, shares her personal journey with…

S4E10 How Can I Help My Teen or Tween Navigate Puberty?

Apr 11, 2024 50m

From changing voices and growing pains to first periods and teenage mood swings, puberty comes with so many changes. Empower yourself to support your child through puberty with confidence. This…

S4E9 Teen Vaccines: What Vaccinations Do Doctors Recommend for Teens and Tweens?

Mar 28, 2024 25m

Vaccines are a modern medical miracle according to "Dr. Hutch" (also known as Brett Hutchinson, MD, Board Certified pediatrician.) While we've talked about COVID vaccines on other ParentingU…

S4E8 Keeping Sports Fun and Safe for Teens

Mar 14, 2024 29m

Sports teams and athletics can be a formative, fun part of tweens and teens lives. How can parents make sure teens are participating in sports in a safe way, that avoids injury, while providing…

S4E7 Where to Go for Care: When Should Parents Take Kids to the ER or Urgent Care?

Feb 29, 2024 19m

Illness and injury seem to come up at any time (sometimes, the most inconvenient times!) How do parents of teens and tweens know when to go to urgent care and when to go to the Emergency Room? …

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ParentingU has published 72 episodes since October 2018, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.

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