Based on the hugely popular RCH Kids Health Info fact sheets, the Kids Health Info podcast explores common topics and concerns with experts in children's health from The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne. Kids Health Info is funded thanks to the support of The Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. To view the Kids Health Info fact sheets visit: www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/
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For new parents, the experience of having your tiny baby come down with an illness can feel incredibly overwhelming. In this episode our host, Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Dr Danni Bao, a Paediatrician and Emergency Department doctor to help parents better understand what is common versus what might be cause for concern in the first year of life. We'll unpack the red flags that parents need to…
It can feel like there are so many things to check off the to-do list when a new baby arrives. Getting your baby's immunisations sorted can feel like just another thing on the list, however immunisation is vital to ensure they have the best possible start to life. It’s also something that we know parents have a lot of questions about. In this episode our host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by…
Flu season is here again and to unpack some of the myths and confusion about the flu, our host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by paediatrician and immunisation specialist, Dr Nigel Crawford. With the latest release of The Royal Children’s Hospital National Child Health Poll finding that a quarter of parents (29%) are unaware that healthy children can get seriously unwell with the flu, it is more…
We all know how it feels to not get enough sleep. We’re grumpy, irritable and simply not our best selves. As an adult it’s easy to describe, but what about when kids don’t get enough sleep? In this episode, host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Matt Bisset to unpack the powerful link between sleep, emotions, and behaviour in children. Learn how sleep needs change across…
Why do young children feel their emotions in such big and dramatic ways, and how can parents support them through those overwhelming moments? In this episode, host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Tamera Clancy to explore emotional development in the early years. Learn why toddlers and preschoolers experience emotions so intensely, what’s happening in their brains as they…
What does autism look like in children, and how can parents better understand neurodiversity? In this episode, host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by developmental paediatrician Dr Toby Rheinberger to explore the many ways autistic traits can present across childhood. Discover how autism may show up at different ages, what strengths and challenges can accompany neurodivergence, and how families can…
Ever wondered if your teen needs supplements, protein powders or other special dietary tweaks? This episode pulls together the information you need. Getting teens to consume a balanced and nutritious diet isn’t always easy. They might be going straight to sport after school with little time to eat or they could be snacking before dinner and not so interested in the nutritious meal you’re serving…
Have you ever wondered if your child could be showing signs of anxiety? Anxiety can show up in many ways for children and in this episode our host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Grace McMahon to unpack these symptoms. Learn about the ways in which anxiety can show up for children at different ages and stages, what might be driving it, and how parents can navigate anxiety in…
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “I’m not sure my child is reaching their full potential”, you might be one of the many parents who is concerned about attention challenges. In this episode our host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr Bernice Dodds to unpack the experiences of families who might be navigating an ADHD diagnosis or other attention challenges. Learn about…
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “I’m not sure my child is reaching their full potential”, you might be one of the many parents who is concerned about attention challenges. In this episode our host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr Bernice Dodds to unpack the experiences of families who might be navigating an ADHD diagnosis or other attention challenges. Learn about…
Parents often feel like they need to be everything to everyone and do it all perfectly. This can be overwhelming as it is but add medical complexities or behavioural challenges and stress can reach boiling point. In this episode our host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Clinical Psychologist Dr Caitlyn Gourlay to explain what it means to be a ‘good enough parent’ and what your kids really need from…