Boston Children’s Answers Parentcast

Boston Children’s Answers Parentcast is the ultimate podcast for parents who want expert advice on keeping their kids healthy. Hosted by neonatologist and mom Dr. Jennifer Arnold, each episode features Boston Children’s specialists sharing valuable insights and practical tips to help you navigate the journey of raising children.

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Are performing artists athletes, too?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 12 | 36 min
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by Dr. Ellen Geminiani, a Boston Children’s sports medicine physician and Team USA physician for U.S. Figure Skating, to explore the world of performing artist athletes.

How will asthma impact my child's life?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 11 | 37 min
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold sits down with Erin Antonellis, a nurse practitioner with Boston Children’s Severe Asthma Program, who shares expert advice and insights about managing asthma in children.

What should I know about prenatal care?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 10 | 30 min
In this episode of Boston Children’s Answers Parentcast, we focus on a crucial subject for expecting parents: prenatal care. Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by nurse Olivia Oppel, the Clinical Coordinator at Boston Children’s Fetal Care and Surgery Center. Together...

How is diabetes managed in children?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 9 | 39 min
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold sits down with Dr. Katharine Garvey, director of the diabetes program and clinical chief for diabetes at Boston Children's Hospital, to explore these questions. With the right tools, education, and support, diabetes doesn't have...

Should my teen be seeing an adolescent medicine specialist?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 8 | 24 min
The teenage years can be both exciting and challenging for parents and teens. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by Dr. Pamela Murray, an attending physician at Boston Children's Hospital's Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine. If...

How important is bone health for growing kids?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 7 | 34 min
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by Boston Children's pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Nora Renthal to dive into the vital topic of bone health and growth in children. Dr. Renthal explains how to monitor and support a child’s growth...

How can I help my child sleep better?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 6 | 39 min
In this episode, host Dr. Jennifer Arnold is joined by Dr. Judith Owens of Boston Children's Sleep Center. Together they delve into the critical importance of sleep for children and share advice for families. Sleep is important. It impacts cognitive...

Is weight loss medication an option for my teen?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 5 | 29 min
In this episode, host Dr. Jennifer Arnold explores weight loss medications for children with Dr. Margaret Stefater Richards, a physician and researcher here at Boston Children's Hospital's Division of Endocrinology. There are many factors to consider when deciding on the...

How is gene therapy transforming pediatric health care?

Parentcast: Season 1, Episode 12 | 43 min
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold talks with Dr. Christine Duncan, medical director of clinical research and clinical development, at Boston Children’s Gene Therapy Program. Together, they delve into the transformative impact of gene therapy on pediatric health care, especially...

When should I transition my child to an adult provider?

Parentcast: Season 2, Episode 4 | 30 min
In this episode, host Dr. Jennifer Arnold discusses transitioning to adult care with Dr. Ahmet Uluer, director of Boston Children's BRIDGES Adult Transition Program and Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program. Transitioning from pediatric to adult health care providers is just another...