Bytes of Health
Have you ever wished that you had a direct line to your pediatrician to ask them all the questions that constantly crop up as you navigate parenting? Well, the Bytes of Health Podcast is the answer to those parent prayers! Every morning, we'll answer a commonly asked pediatric question in 5 min or less. Hosted by public health scientist, Dr. Jessica Steier, and pediatrician besties, Drs. Dina DiMaggio and Anthony Porto, Bytes of Health will tackle EVERYHING related to our kids' health from dealing with a colicky infant to navigating puberty in the teenage years. We have got you covered! Find us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bytesofhealthpod/
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May 17, 2024 • 5 mins
Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical guidance and advice for parents of kids of all ages! It's a shame-free zone that aims to take a "byte" out of your parent worries! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review Bytes of Health on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you get your podcasts. And find us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bytesofhealthpod/
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May 16, 2024 • 5 mins
Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical guidance and advice for parents of kids of all ages! It's a shame-free zone that aims to take a "byte" out of your parent worries! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review Bytes of Health on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you get your podcasts. And find us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bytesofhealthpod/
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May 15, 2024 • 5 mins
Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical guidance and advice for parents of kids of all ages! It's a shame-free zone that aims to take a "byte" out of your parent worries! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review Bytes of Health on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you get your podcasts. And find us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bytesofhealthpod/
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May 14, 2024 • 6 mins
Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical guidance and advice for parents of kids of all ages! It's a shame-free zone that aims to take a "byte" out of your parent worries! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review Bytes of Health on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you get your podcasts. And find us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bytesofhealthpod/
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May 13, 2024 • 6 mins
Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical guidance and advice for parents of kids of all ages! It's a shame-free zone that aims to take a "byte" out of your parent worries! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review Bytes of Health on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you get your podcasts. And find us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bytesofhealthpod/
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May 3, 2024 • 5 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Friday, May 3, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “How Often Should I Launder My Kids' Stuff?,” Dr. Jess Steier discusses the following topics:
➡️ How often is it really necessary to change their clothes? Is daily washing overkill?
➡️ Detergent residues on child's clothes. Are there gentler options, and could this affect how often I need to wash things?
➡️ How often should I be ch...
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May 2, 2024 • 5 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Thursday, May 2, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “Handwashing 101,” Dr. Jess Steier discusses the following topics:
➡️ My kids hate washing their hands! Do you have any tips to make handwashing more fun or engaging for little ones?
➡️ I see "antibacterial" soaps everywhere. Do I need those to get my child's hands really clean?
➡️ Should I use warm water or cold water when washi...
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May 1, 2024 • 6 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Wednesday, May 1, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “Hand Sanitizers: Do They Work?,” Dr. Jess Steier discusses the following topics:
➡️ What alcohol percentage should I look for to make sure it's effective?
➡️ Is using hand sanitizer a good substitute for handwashing with soap and water?
➡️ Sometimes my child uses hand sanitizer, and their hands still feel sticky. Does that mean...
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April 30, 2024 • 4 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Tuesday, April 30, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “The Importance of Pasteurization,” Dr. Jess Steier discusses the following topics:
➡️ What is pasteurization and why is it important?
➡️ What are the dangers of drinking raw milk?
➡️ Are there any benefits to drinking raw milk?
➡️ I've heard raw milk can help with lactose intolerance. Is that true?
➡️ What tips can you give pa...
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April 29, 2024 • 5 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Monday, April 29, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “Bird Flu (H5N1) In The News,” Dr. Jess Steier discusses the following topics:
➡️ Should I be worried about my child getting bird flu?
➡️ How does bird flu spread to humans, and how can I protect my child?
➡️ What are the symptoms of bird flu in humans?
➡️ I've heard about bird flu spreading to cows. Does this mean our milk supp...
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April 26, 2024 • 5 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Friday, April 26, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “The EWG's Dirty Dozen List” Dr. Jess Steier discusses the following topics:
➡️ What is the MMR vaccine schedule?
➡️ Why might a pediatrician recommend an early MMR dose?
➡️ When is the soonest might child can get the vaccine?
➡️ Is the additional dose considered early or just an extra dose?
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April 25, 2024 • 6 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Thursday, April 25, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “MIS-C: A Complication of COVID-19” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Erin Faherty (pediatric cardiologist) to discuss this topic.
Topics include:
➡️ What exactly is MIS-C and how does it differ from COVID-19 in children?
➡️ What are the warning signs that a child might have MIS-C, and how soon after a COVID-19 infection might ...
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April 24, 2024 • 6 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Wednesday, April 24, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “The EWG's Dirty Dozen List” Dr. Jess Steier discusses the following topics:
➡️ Should I be scared of the produce on the Dirty Dozen list?
➡️ Why is the Dirty Dozen methodology flawed?
➡️ Is conventional produce dangerous?
➡️ Is organic produce superior?
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April 23, 2024 • 6 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Tuesday, April 23, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “Should We Worry About Myocarditis after COVID-19 Vaccination?” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Erin Faherty (pediatric cardiologist) to discuss this topic.
Topics include:
➡️ What is myocarditis and what are the typical symptoms parents should look out for in children?
➡️ How common is myocarditis in children, and are there a...
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April 22, 2024 • 7 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Monday, April 22, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “Why You Shouldn't Delay Your Child's Vaccines,” Dr. Jess Steier discusses the following topics:
➡️ Can you overwhelm a child's immune system?
➡️ Why should you delay vaccines?
➡️ How is the timing of vaccines determined?
➡️ Is there evidence that alternative schedules are beneficial?
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April 19, 2024 • 6 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Friday, April 19, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “What To Pack in Your Labor Bag,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Dina DiMaggio to discuss this topic.
Topics covered:
➡️ The essentials
➡️ What to pack for mom
➡️ Toiletries
➡️ Snacks!
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April 18, 2024 • 6 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Thursday, April 18, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “Sephora Try-Ons: A Viral Trend,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Ellen Gendler ( @ellengendlermd on IG) to discuss this topic.
Topics covered:
➡️ Skin Health Concerns
➡️ Are products that concerning or unsuitable for preteen and early teen skin?
➡️ Psychological Impacts
➡️ Are there increased risks of spreading skin infecti...
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April 17, 2024 • 6 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Wednesday, April 17, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “Suicide in Teens,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Dina DiMaggio to discuss this topic.
Topics covered:
➡️ What are some risk factors for suicide?
➡️ Whom should be screened for suicide?
➡️ What are some symptoms that may be concerning?
➡️ If I suspect my child is having suicidal ideation, what do i do?
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April 16, 2024 • 6 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Tuesday, April 16, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “Myocarditis in Kids,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Erin Faherty (pediatric cardiologist) to discuss this topic.
Topics covered:
➡️ What is myocarditis?
➡️ What causes myocarditis? Vaccines??
➡️ How does a viral infection cause myocarditis?
➡️ What are the symptoms of children with myocarditis?
➡️ How is myocarditis diagnos...
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April 15, 2024 • 7 mins
🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Monday, April 15, 2024!
💡On this episode titled, “15-18 Month Milestones,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Dina DiMaggio to discuss this topic.
Topics covered:
➡️ What social/emotional milestones can we expect at this age?
➡️ What are language development at this age?
➡️ How about cognitive development and motor milestones?
➡️ What if a child isn't doing some of these things?...
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