Tag Archives: Mary Ann Abrams

Your Child’s Eyes – PediaCast 470

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Show Notes  Description  The Pediatrics in Plain Language Panel returns to the studio as we consider your child’s eyes. We explore vision screening, blocked tear ducts, lazy eye, pink eye, styes, splashes, scratches and objects that get stuck in the […]

The Importance of Well Checks – PediaCast 465

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Show Notes Description Well child checkups are important… even during a pandemic! Our Plain Language Panel returns for an insider’s look at these visits. We explore immunizations, growth and development and guidance offered for each age group. Also: tips for […]

Fever, Infections and Medicine – PediaCast 446

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Show Notes Description Our Pediatrics in Plain Language Panel returns to the studio as we consider fever, infections and medicine. We explore best ways to take a child’s temperature and explain the cause and treatment of fever. We’ll let you […]

Newborn Care – PediaCast 441

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Show Notes Description The Pediatrics in Plain Language Panel returns to the studio as we consider newborn care. We explore all things new parents need to know, including infant sleeping, feeding, growing, peeing, pooping, spitting up and bathing. We also […]

Keeping Kids Safe – PediaCast 436

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Show Notes Description Our Pediatrics in Plain Language Panel returns as we consider keeping kids safe at home and away. We share important tips aimed at preventing broken bones, burns, choking, drowning, head injuries, poisoning and more. We hope you […]

Ear Infections and Ear Tubes; Outdoor Fun and Spring Injuries – PediaCast 426

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Show Notes Description Our Pediatrics in Plain Language Panel returns as we consider ear infections and ear tubes. Plus, warm weather is on the way (finally!) We have terrific ideas for outdoor fun… and tips for responding to Spring injuries. […]

Family Literacy & Great Books for Every Age – PediaCast 417

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Show Notes Description November is Family Literacy Month! Dr Alex Rakowsky and Dr Mary Ann Abrams visit the studio as we explore the many benefits of reading. We share tips for nurturing a child’s love of written stories and reveal […]

Fitness Facts & Ideas – PediaCast 409

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Show Notes Description This week we review bicycle safety (hint: helmets are REALLY important!). Then our Pediatrics in Plain Language Panel returns as we consider fitness facts and ideas for all ages. Whether the sun is shining… or it’s raining… […]

Playing it Safe in the Summer – PediaCast 406

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Show Notes Description Our Pediatrics in Plain Language Panel returns to the studio as we explore summer safety. Dr Alex Rakowsky and Dr Mary Ann Abrams share plenty of tips for keeping your kids injury-free this warm-weather season! Topics Summer […]

Wintertime Blues – PediaCast 397

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Show Notes Description Our “Pediatrics in Plain Language” panel returns to the studio as we explore the wintertime blues. We consider some reasons for “feeling down” this time of year, including decreased sunlight and physical activity, sleep problems, school trouble […]