HeyJaredPediaCast: Pediatric Podcasts for Parents
Dr Mike makes Pod Calls! Join us as he answers questions from moms and dads around the world. Plus, you'll get a healthy dose of pediatric news, parenting tips, interviews with experts, and the latest research findings--with explanations you can understand!
- Indexed episodes, last 90 days
- 7
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- Sep 23, 2026
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- Jul 21, 2026
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Lead Exposure in Kids: Prevention Starts at Home - PediaCast 616 (opens the original)
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Angela Mingo, Alicia Smith, and Candace Buckley visit the studio as we consider lead exposure in children. This toxic metal often hides in homes, where it can leave a lasting impact on health and wellness. We explore strong community coalitions built to make a difference for kids. We hope you can join us!
Exercise Is Medicine: Movement for Every Body - PediaCast 615 (opens the original)
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Exercise is more than recreation. It can be powerful medicine for a child’s body, mind, confidence, and long-term health! Dr Amy Valasek, Jodi Kuri, Beth Gibson, and Will Gibson visit the studio as we explore exercise as medicine... and how families and communities can help every child move, belong, and thrive. We hope you can join us!
Risky Social Media Challenges: Keeping Kids Safe - PediaCast 614 (opens the original)
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Social media challenges can inspire creativity and encourage generosity, but some of these challenges involve dangerous stunts, substance exposure, or self-harm. Dr Leah Middelberg, Dr Lara McKenzie, and Dr Anne Elizabeth Mason explain how these trends spread, why children and teens are vulnerable, what injuries we see, and how families can build safe online habits. We hope you can join us!
Teen Driving Safety: Technology, Citations, and Parent Coaching - PediaCast 613 (opens the original)
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Handing a teenager the car keys brings pride, freedom, and plenty of worry. Dr Mike talks with injury-prevention researcher Dr Ginger Yang about why new drivers face elevated crash risk, how a traffic citation can become a teachable moment, and what ProjectDRIVE reveals about technology and parent coaching. Discover practical ways families can encourage safer choices... and keep the conversation going after teens earn their driver's license!
Electric Bike Safety: What Parents Need to Know! - PediaCast 612 (opens the original)
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Dr Mikhaila Layshock and Dr Phyllis Agran visit the studio as we consider electric bike safety. E-bikes are becoming popular with kids and teens. But when is a young rider ready, which bike and helmet should you choose, and what ground rules are important before taking that first ride? Tune in for answers to these questions and more!
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