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 why measles cases are rising, what makes this virus so contagious and how vaccination offers powerful protection. Learn how to spot early symptoms, what to do if your child is exposed and why getting vaccinated is more important than ever. This episode was recorded March 20, 2025. At the time of this recording the outbreak had only 300 cases and is now over 480 cases. Key Moments: Why measles cases are increasing How measles spreads so easily Signs and symptoms to watch for What to do if your child is exposed How the MMR vaccine protects kids and communities More ParentingU Resources: Learn more about measles on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/measles-on-the-rise/ Learn more about Dr. Broussard: https://doctors.lourdesrmc.com/provider/kali-a-broussard/2585966
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Holiday Safety for Active Kids: Avoiding Breaks and Sprains
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 of Lourdes Children’s Health, shares his advice to reduce kids' risk of injury during holiday activities. He shares the most common injuries, ways to prevent accidents and signs that an injury needs medical attention. More ParentingU Resources: Learn more about keeping kids safe during the holidays on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/keeping-kids-safe-during-the-holidays-tips-to-avoid-breaks-sprains-and-other-injuries/ Learn more about Dr. Gutheil: https://doctors.lourdesrmc.com/provider/james-p-gutheil/2955594? Enjoy the holidays with peace of mind and keep your kids active and safe!
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An Amazing Family Phone Hack for Parents of Tweens
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 convenience and safety that a mobile phone provides. What can a family do? Well, pediatrician Nicholas George, MD — a recent guest on ParentingU, shares his favorite “parenting hack” to tackle this issue. Dr. George explains how a family cell phone can work for parents of tweens and teens. More ParentingU Resources Season 4 of ParentingU is all about Teens and Tweens! You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website or Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. New! Watch videos of our podcast on YouTube: ParentingU playlist.
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Summer Kitchen Safety for Kids
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 taking precautions to prevent burns and injuries in the kitchen. Key takeaways: Maintain a kid-free zone of at least three feet around anything hot, whether in the kitchen or while grilling. Place hot liquids away from the edge of counters to prevent young children from grabbing and reaching. When cooking, make sure all pot handles face backward to prevent spills. Avoid carrying a child while cooking or holding something hot. If you do get a burn, stop the burning process, cool it off, and remove any jewelry or rings. Place the burn under cool water for 5 minutes. Seek medical care if the burn is on the face, hands, feet or genitalia, if it is deeper than a first-degree burn, or if it is larger than the size of a palm. Read more about keeping kids safe in the kitchen on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/about-us/essential-kitchen-safety-for-kids-and-families/ You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website (http://parentingu.ololchildrens.org) or on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube.
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Breastfeeding Blues - Tips for New Moms
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 breastfeeding and encourages moms to take care of themselves and know it’s OK if things don’t go as planned. Listen to your body and your baby. A fed baby is best. Read more from Dr. Wallis on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/new-moms-take-care-of-your-mental-health/ Learn more about Dr. Wallis: https://doctors.ololchildrens.org/provider/Elizabeth+Nicole+Wallis/1878375 Watch this episode: https://youtu.be/phj7ROtIz7I Listen to all episodes of ParentingU on our website or on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube Podcasts. Watch videos of our podcast on YouTube: ParentingU playlist. #ParentingU #Breastfeeding #MaternalMentalHealth #BreastfeedingBlues
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