Pediatrics Now for Parents
News from top medical experts isn’t just for pediatricians. Health news in small bites for your family from top pediatric experts.
Episodes
Host Holly Wayment takes you right outside of the Operating Room after life changing surgery for a baby. Dr. Richard Thomson performs cleft lip and palate repair on an infant at University Hospital and explains why timing—lip around three months, palate before the baby starts speaking—is critical for feeding and long-term speech outcomes.
The episode highlights the multidisciplinary follow-up (speech therapy, ENT,...
Dr. Deena Sutter joins Pediatrics Now to explain the recent foodborne illness outbreaks.
The episode offers practical guidance for families: how to rinse and handle produce, why pre-packaged salads and herbs can be riskier, precautions for immunocompromised children, and when to watch for recalls or seek care. Plus: what really worries her that some people ingest.
A recent case involving the death of a teenage cheerleader has prompted a review of energy drinks and cardiovascular risks for children and adolescents. These drinks are increasingly popular, sold in school vending machines, and many high schools now offer coffee bars, giving teens easy access to high-caffeine beverages.
Host Holly Wayment talks to pediatric cardiologist Elaine Maldonado, who warns that high caffeine and stimulant ...
Host Holly Wayment talks to this pediatric neurosurgeon and mom who explains why it's important to have a baby's unusually shaped head checked early.
She also shares how raising a child with special needs deepened her empathy for families.
Holly Wayment and Dr. J.B. Cantey discuss salmonella in babies and children, explaining why infants are at higher risk of sepsis, common sources of salmonella (animals, food, daycare), and the symptoms to watch for.
They cover prevention tips—hand hygiene, safe food preparation, pet precautions—hydration guidance, and clear warning signs (fever, decreased intake, lethargy, bloody stools or seizures) that mean you ...
In this episode Host Holly Wayment and infectious disease doctor Deena Sutter explain the recent cruise outbreak involving the Andes strain of hantavirus, why public risk is considered low, and what makes this strain unusual due to rare person-to-person spread.
Dr. Sutter and Wayment review symptoms, incubation times, prevention tips (rodent control, safe cleanup, hand hygiene), and how clinicians and parents should monitor e...
Host Holly Wayment talks to Pediatric GI specialist Dr. Anandini Suri who explains that constipation in children is often behavioral, frequently starting with rushed toilet training. She recommends patient toilet training, proper toilet posture with a stool under the feet, limiting screen time during bathroom visits, plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, adequate fluids, and regular outdoor activity.
For belly pain, try simple bre...
Dr. Sarah Marucci joins Pediatrics Host Holly Wayment on Pediatrics Now for Parents to explain common gut symptoms, warning signs that need medical attention, and why everyday choices matter more than trendy supplements. They discuss diet, probiotics, fermented foods, H. pylori testing, and how gut health uniquely affects girls and women.
Practical takeaways: focus on fiber and varied foods, watch for bleeding or sudden weight loss...
Host Holly Wayment interviews Dr. Alice Gong where she explains explains newborn screening: a few drops of blood (done at 24–48 hours and again at 7–14 days in Texas) detect dozens of conditions early so babies who look well can get life-saving treatment.
The episode covers blood screening, hearing and critical congenital heart disease checks, common conditions like PKU, new treatments such as gene therapy for spinal mu...
Host Holly Wayment speaks with pediatric infectious disease expert Dr. Deena Sutter about pertussis (whooping cough) and the approaching flu season. They explain how pertussis spreads, why maternal Tdap during pregnancy protects newborns, and when exposed family members should get antibiotics or seek care.
They also discuss signs of severe illness in infants, practical tips like nasal suctioning for young babies, and the importance...
In this episode of Pediatrics Now for Parents, I’m talk with Dr. Ian Mitchell about two common chest wall differences in children—pectus excavatum (a sunken chest) and pectus carinatum (a chest that sticks out).
If your child has recently been diagnosed, this conversation will help you better understand what it means, what to expect, and what your options are. And if you’ve simply noticed a difference in your chil...
Join Host Holly Wayment and national feeding expert Dr. Cynthia Blanco, where Dr. Blanco explains the FDA approval of goat milk infant formula, how it compares to cow's milk and human breast milk, and why breastfeeding remains the optimal nutrition for babies.
She urges parents to use only FDA-approved infant formulas (not whole milk), follow pediatric advice, be patient with common infant issues like reflux or colic, and ens...
Learn how to recognize tics, when to see your pediatrician, and why most tics are harmless and treatable. Videotaping movements and getting the right diagnosis are key first steps.
Dr. Sheldon Gross explains common motor and vocal tics, their impact on a child’s well-being, and when referrals to specialists may help. The focus is on support, evaluation, and simple steps parents can take.
Host Holly Wayment interviews this highly experienced pediatric psychiatrist . Dr. Boddapadi explains that autism has no single cause — it’s multifactorial, involving strong genetic risks and environmental factors. Vaccines have been ruled out as a cause, and evidence shows a very weak association with Tylenol.
The conversation emphasizes taking care of maternal health, discussing medicatio...
Its back! Host and Executive Producer Holly Wayment interviews Jacklynn Ware of Project YES, a free, evidence-based online mental health resource for teens with short, anonymous modules that cover mood, anxiety, body image, safety planning, and more. Its back, better than ever, right when teens need it more that ever. And that includes the option of watching a video of the "World's Most Adorable Porcupine" chomp on a pu...
Join Host Holly Wayment and UT Health San Antonio and University Health's Infectious disease specialist Dr. Deena Sutter. They discuss recent Chikungunya outbreaks, how mosquito-borne viruses (chikungunya, dengue, Zika) spread, and who is most at risk. Dr. Sutter explains symptoms—especially Chikungunya’s debilitating joint pain—and severe outcomes for newborns and the elderly.
Dr. Sutter reviews pract...
Join Holly Wayment on Pediatrics Now as she delves into the transformative power of self-compassion with expert Dr. Karen Bluth. Discover how self-compassion can help teens combat anxiety, depression, and stress, fostering resilience and emotional well-being. Dr. Bluth shares insights from her extensive experience, and practical tools for parents and educators to support teens, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, common huma...
Join Holly Wayment and Dr. Ted Wu on Pediatrics Now for Parents as they delve into the critical topic of sepsis, a potential risk for children following viral infections. Dr. Wu, a seasoned pediatrician and father, who works in the pediatric ICU, discusses the progression of this serious condition and its symptoms, often resembling the flu or a cold. He emphasizes the importance of early detection, citing signs like altered mental ...
In this episode of Pediatrics Now for Parents, host Holly Wayment is joined by Dr. Ted Wu, a seasoned pediatric critical care physician, to discuss crucial topics surrounding child safety and health. With nearly two decades of experience, Dr. Wu shares insights on the importance of prevention, particularly in avoiding accidental injuries in children.
The conversation delves into water safety, highlighting the significant risks asso...
In this episode of Pediatrics Now for Parents, host Holly Wayment explores essential vaccine insights with infectious disease expert, Dr. J.B. Cantye, who is also a father of three. Discover updated COVID-19 and flu vaccination recommendations for children, understand the significance of the three-dose COVID vaccine regimen, and learn why both flu and COVID vaccines should be prioritized for your kids' health. Dr. Cantey shares the...
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