Welcome to PediaCast

A Pediatric Podcast for Parents

Join Dr. Mike in the PediaCast Studio for the latest news parents can use, answers to listener questions, and interviews with pediatric and parenting experts. PediaCast has been an evidence-based, award-winning podcast since 2006. And with hundreds of episodes, millions of downloads and listeners in all 50 states and over 100 countries, more parents trust PediaCast than any other audio source.
 
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Recent Episodes

  • Teen Driving Safety: Technology, Citations, and Parent Coaching – PediaCast 613 - Show Notes Description Handing a teenager the car keys brings pride, freedom, and plenty of worry. Dr Mike talks with injury-prevention researcher Dr Ginger Yang about why new drivers face elevated crash risk, how a traffic citation can become a […]
  • Electric Bike Safety: What Parents Need to Know! – PediaCast 612 - Show Notes Description Dr Mikhaila Layshock and Dr Phyllis Agran visit the studio as we consider electric bike safety. E-bikes are becoming popular with kids and teens. But when is a young rider ready, which bike and helmet should you […]
  • Your DNA, Genomic Research, and Privacy – PediaCast 611 - Show Notes Description Dr Mykyta Artomov visits the studio as we consider DNA, genomic research, and privacy. Our genetic information helps researchers uncover diseases and develop new treatments. But DNA is also deeply personal. How can researchers learn from genetic […]
  • Why Pediatric Surgeries Get Canceled – PediaCast 610 - Show Notes Description Dr Brittany Willer visits the studio as we consider day-of-surgery cancellations. Preparing for surgery is an emotional journey. Parents arrange time off work, children fast overnight, and everyone braces for the day ahead. But what happens when […]
  • Infant Feeding: Science, Safety, and Support – PediaCast 609 - Show Notes Description Dr Anuja Sriparameswaran visits the studio as we consider the science, safety, and support of infant feeding. From breasts and bottles to microplastics and guilt, we take a comprehensive look at the first feeding decisions moms and […]