Bronchiolitis is one of the most common illnesses affecting babies and young children during the winter months. It’s one of the leading reasons families end up in pediatric offices, urgent care and the emergency department. We know that this can be an exhausting and stressful experience for caregivers, so in this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Brad Sobolewski to break down what parents need to know to navigate bronchiolitis.

Dr. Sobolewski explains how bronchiolitis is different from bronchitis, what causes it and why babies get it more often than older kids. We talk about RSV as the leading cause of bronchiolitis and what treatment looks like.

As many as 90% of babies will get bronchiolitis by the time they’re 2, so it is important to know the early signs to watch for, and the best way to observe your baby’s breathing at home. You’ll hear practical, realistic guidance like why “suctioning, feeding, and love” are often the most effective treatments at home and which symptoms are reassuring versus concerning.

Whether your baby is currently sick or you’re preparing for respiratory illness season, this is an episode you won't want to miss out on.

To read more about bronchiolitis, check out: Bronchiolitis: A Parent’s Guide to One of the Most Common Winter Illnesses

Just in time for spooky season, we’re pulling back the covers on all there is to know about nightmares and night terrors in children. These sleep disturbances can leave kids—and even their grown-ups—feeling haunted. Dr. Jessica Trygier joins us to help banish the bedtime boogeyman with expert advice and practical tips to help calm and reassure kids and families.

In this episode, we dive into the difference between a nightmare and a night terror, the age they commonly start and how to understand any triggers that could cause them. Dr. Trygier offers helpful strategies for parents, including clever tricks like crafting “monster spray,” and knowing when to talk about a nightmare with your child. She also shares guidance on when you should consult a pediatrician or a specialist, and what parents should avoid doing during these sleep disturbances. This episode is packed with lots of practical tips and advice to help keep the spooky scaries at bay.

We know parents have questions, and maybe even concerns about the safety and benefits of fluoride for children. On today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Bobby Thikkurissy and Dr. Scott Schwartz to talk all about fluoride.

We break down everything parents need to know about fluoride for kids and its impact on children’s oral health. We explore the basics of fluoride, how it helps prevent cavities and dive into concerns like whether kids can get too much and how to know if your water is fluoridated. We also cover practical tips like how much toothpaste to use at different ages, training toothpaste and what to do if you suspect fluoride toxicity. Plus, we touch on the ideal age for kids to start brushing their own teeth.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or just curious about pediatric dental health, this episode gets down to the tooth truth and helps ease concerns with expert-backed guidance.

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