Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica Hochman

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Episode 53: How can we help our teens get better sleep? Julie Wright, MFT and Heather Turgeon, MFT Sep 05, 2022

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This week's Ask Dr Jessica is all about how to help our teenagers get better sleep! I am joined by Julie Wright, MFT and Heather Turgeon, MFT and we discuss their newest book "Generation Sleepless". We all know that sleep is so important, but teenagers often get overlooked. Their natural circadian rhythm keeps them awake later at night, but it can be so difficult for them to get enough sleep when school starts early. What can we as parents do about this to help? Julie and Healther offer great suggestions! Also, for more information please check out their website: www.thehappysleeper.com and you can follow them on instagram @thehappysleeper.
Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children. Most of her educational videos are targeted towards general pediatric topics and presented in an easy to understand manner.
Do you have a future topic you'd like Dr Jessica Hochman to discuss? Email your suggestion to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com.
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The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

Your Child is Normal is the trusted podcast for parents, pediatricians, and child health experts who want smart, nuanced conversations about raising healthy, resilient kids. Hosted by Dr. Jessica Hochman — a board-certified practicing pediatrician — the show combines evidence-based medicine, expert interviews, and real-world parenting advice to help listeners navigate everything from sleep struggles to mental health, nutrition, screen time, and more.
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The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

Episode 52: Back to school anxiety, sibling rivalry, and setting limits. With Bette Alkazian, MFT Aug 29, 2022

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In this weeks episode of Ask Dr Jessica, Bette Alkazian joins to discuss common parent concerns. In the area where I practice pediatrics, Bette Alkazian is well known as a family coach who provides thoughtful, compassionate and loving guidance. With school start this week for many children, Bette joined the podcast to discuss strategies to help children adjust to school. We also discuss how parents might handle sibling rivalry and setting limits and boundaries with our kids. Bette is the author of two books: Parenting Backwards (a true owners' manual for parents) and Potty Learning: The Do's Don'ts and the Oops of Poops.
You can find out more about Bette on her website:
http://balancedparenting.com/
She is also found on instagram at "balanced.parenting".
Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children. Most of her educational videos are targeted towards general pediatric topics and presented in an easy to understand manner.
Do you have a future topic you'd like Dr Jessica Hochman to discuss? Email your suggestion to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com.
Dr Jessica Hochman is also on social media:
Follow her on Instagram: @AskDrJessica
Subscribe to her YouTube channel! Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to this podcast: Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to her mailing list: www.askdrjessicamd.com
The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

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Episode 51: Can we teach our children to be resilient and develop a high self-esteem? with Dr Joan Rosenberg Aug 22, 2022

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On today's episode of Ask Dr Jessica, I am thrilled to have as my guest Dr. Joan Rosenberg. In this episode we discuss how to raise our children with resilience, self-esteem, and how to help guide them through disappointment. We also talk about it is ultimately helpful to learn to "sit with" unpleasant feelings. This conversation is not to be missed!
Bestselling author, consultant, master clinician, and media host, Dr. Joan Rosenberg is a cutting-edge psychologist who is known as an innovative thinker, acclaimed speaker, and trainer. As a three-time TEDx speaker and member of the Association of Transformational Leaders, she has been recognized for her thought leadership and influence on personal development.
A California-licensed psychologist, Dr. Rosenberg speaks on how to build confidence, emotional strength, resilience; achieving emotional, conversational, and relationship mastery; integrating neuroscience and psychotherapy, and suicide prevention. She is the author of 90 Seconds to a Life You Love: How to Master Your Difficult Feelings to Cultivate Lasting Confidence, Resilience, and Authenticity.
Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children. Most of her educational videos are targeted towards general pediatric topics and presented in an easy to understand manner.
Do you have a future topic you'd like Dr Jessica Hochman to discuss? Email your suggestion to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com.
Dr Jessica Hochman is also on social media:
Follow her on Instagram: @AskDrJessica
Subscribe to her YouTube channel! Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to this podcast: Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to her mailing list: www.askdrjessicamd.com
The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

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Episode 50! Monkeypox, how worried should we be? with Infectious disease doctor, Phil Zakowski MD Aug 15, 2022

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Today marks the 50th episode of Ask Dr Jessica! The podcast is joined by infectious disease expert, Dr Phil Zakowski to discuss Monkeypox. In this episode, Dr Zakowski explains what Monkeypox is, how it is spread and how we can prevent infection. He explains what contact tracing is, how the vaccine can help, and what antiviral treatments can be offered at this time. Dr Zakowski has over 45 years of experience in the field of infectious disease. He has won numerous teaching awards and he is an Associate Professor of infectious disease of UCLA.
Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children. Most of her educational videos are targeted towards general pediatric topics and presented in an easy to understand manner.
Do you have a future topic you'd like Dr Jessica Hochman to discuss? Email your suggestion to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com.
Dr Jessica Hochman is also on social media:
Follow her on Instagram: @AskDrJessica
Subscribe to her YouTube channel! Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to this podcast: Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to her mailing list: www.askdrjessicamd.com
The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

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Episode 49: What does media do to the child brain? With pediatric neurologist Dr Jane Tavyev Aug 08, 2022

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Have you ever wondered what media does to the child brain? We all know that we don't want to overdue screens with our kids---but we live in a time when screens are unavoidable! What should parents do? In this weeks episode of Ask Dr Jessica, our guest is pediatric neurologist, Dr Jane Tavyev.
Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children. Most of her educational videos are targeted towards general pediatric topics and presented in an easy to understand manner.
Do you have a future topic you'd like Dr Jessica Hochman to discuss? Email your suggestion to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com.
Dr Jessica Hochman is also on social media:
Follow her on Instagram: @AskDrJessica
Subscribe to her YouTube channel! Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to this podcast: Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to her mailing list: www.askdrjessicamd.com
The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

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Episode 48: Animal bites! Snakes, spiders, and bats, oh my! with Dr Michael Levine Aug 01, 2022

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This is a part 2 episode of Ask Dr Jessica with toxicologist Dr Michael Levine. In this episode we talk about all of the creepy, crawly animals that most of us want to avoid! We talk all about snake bites, spider bites (including black widows, brown recluse and scorpions), and what to do if bitten by a squirrel, raccoon, bat or other potential rabid animal. Dr Levine provides great information giving parents the tools to know what to do if ever bitten by an animal, and when to seek medical attention.
Michael Levine MD is a toxicologist and he is on faculty at UCLA hospital in Los Angeles.
Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children. Most of her educational videos are targeted towards general pediatric topics and presented in an easy to understand manner.
Do you have a future topic you'd like Dr Jessica Hochman to discuss? Email your suggestion to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com.
Dr Jessica Hochman is also on social media:
Follow her on Instagram: @AskDrJessica
Subscribe to her YouTube channel! Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to this podcast: Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to her mailing list: www.askdrjessicamd.com
The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

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Episode 47: Basic skin care! And how to treat acne? with Dermatologist Dr David Reid Jul 25, 2022

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In this episode of Ask Dr Jessica talks with dermatologist, Dr David Reid about skin care. Dr Reid explains how to best take care of skin---there are so many over the counter skin care options and he tells you exactly what products to use and how to best use them. He also discusses sunscreen---and explains what SPF and ingredients to look for. And lastly, we review acne. For those with minor acne, there are many good over the counter options. This episode is packed with great, practical skin care tips!
Dr David Reid is a prominent dermatologist. He completed his medical school degree at Harvard Medical School and his dermatology residency at Northwestern University. He is currently the chief of Dermatology at Rush Medical Center in Chicago. He has been well published and has lectured internationally.
Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children. Most of her educational videos are targeted towards general pediatric topics and presented in an easy to understand manner.
Do you have a future topic you'd like Dr Jessica Hochman to discuss? Email your suggestion to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com.
Dr Jessica Hochman is also on social media:
Follow her on Instagram: @AskDrJessica
Subscribe to her YouTube channel! Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to this podcast: Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to her mailing list: www.askdrjessicamd.com
The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

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Episode 46: Medication overdoses, when to worry? With toxicologist, Dr Michael Levine Jul 18, 2022

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In this episode of Ask Dr Jessica, Dr Jessica Hochman discusses all of the most common pediatric medications, and the possible side effects. We discuss the potential harms and benefits of common pediatric ingestions such as tylenol (acetaminophen), ibuprofen, benadryl, cough medications, marijuana, lead and more. Dr Levine also provides tips to help parents avoid overdoses. This episode will give parents great knowledge about the most common medications given to children.
Michael Levine MD is a toxiciologist and he is on faculty at UCLA hospital in Los Angeles.
Dr Jessica Hochman is a board certified pediatrician, mom to three children, and she is very passionate about the health and well being of children. Most of her educational videos are targeted towards general pediatric topics and presented in an easy to understand manner.
Do you have a future topic you'd like Dr Jessica Hochman to discuss? Email your suggestion to: askdrjessicamd@gmail.com.
Dr Jessica Hochman is also on social media:
Follow her on Instagram: @AskDrJessica
Subscribe to her YouTube channel! Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to this podcast: Ask Dr Jessica
Subscribe to her mailing list: www.askdrjessicamd.com
The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditions or formulate treatment plans for specific individuals. If you have a concern about your child's health, be sure to call your child's health care provider.

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Episode 45: What to know about childhood seizures? with Dr Lekha Rao Jul 11, 2022

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On this weeks Ask Dr Jessica podcast, Dr Jessica Hochman has the pleasure of talking to Dr Lekha Rao about childhood seizures. They discuss the various types of seizures and what can be done in the event of the seizure (seizure 911!). Dr Rao clears up many myths about seizures and also gives a great general overview about childhood epilepsy.
Dr Lekha Rao is triple board certified in Neurology/Child Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology and Epilepsy. She completed her pediatric residency, child neurology fellowship and pediatric epilepsy fellowship at UCLA. Dr Rao is currently on faculty at UCLA, and she has been named a Los Angeles Magazine Top Doctor and recipient of a Super Doctors Rising Star Award.

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Episode 44: Sprained Ankles and Concussions--how to treat them and when to see a doctor? ! with Dr Tracy Zaslow Jul 04, 2022

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In this weeks Ask Dr Jessica, Dr Hochman talks to sports medicine physician, Dr Tracy Zaslow. This is part 2 of our conversation, and discuss common sports injuries that show up at the pediatrician office---specifically sprained ankles and head injuries. Dr Zaslow explains what a sprained ankles is (@ 0:54 sec), how to treat a sprained ankle and when it is advisable to see your doctor.
Also, have you ever wondered what a concussion is exactly? (@8:20) Dr Zaslow explains common signs of concussions and in general, how to treat them. For any parent with an athletic child, this will be an informative listen!

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