Melissa Wervey Arnold is the Chief Executive officer of the Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Among her incredible accomplishments she is a Mom of two children. Melissa and I have a heart to heart discussion on the mental health pandemic and what the Ohio AAP is doing to help keep our children safe. Ms Wervey Arnold shares her story as a CEO, a Mother and an advocate for the safety and well being of Ohio’s children.
Jan 17, 2023•1 hr 4 min
Dr. Bethany Uhl, Flying Horse Farms Kerri Scott and her son and camper Brady Scott Growing up do you remember going to summer camp and how much fun you had? I want to tell you about a camp called Flying Horse Farms, a camp for children with serious illnesses. I have the honor to have as my guests Dr. Bethany the medical director at Flying Horse Farms and a family who has participated in camp Kerri Scott and her son Brady. Dr. Bethany has been the medical director at Flying Horse Farms for one ye...
Dec 15, 2022•47 min
Speech and language development is so important and something I talk about in my Pediatric practice every day. How does language develop? How do we improve children’s speech and language skills at home? What are the signs of a language delay or difficulty? When is it time to see a Speech specialist? Join me and Board Certified Speech Pathologist and Chief Knowledge Office of Better Speech, Lenora Edwards as we tackle these and many other questions most parents are concerned about nowadays. Websi...
Dec 06, 2022•51 min
The parents in my Pediatric practice are eager to learn more about how to care for themselves and their family without formal medication. My goal has always been “less is more” and although I am not a functional medicine physician if we can improve lifestyle and choices to improve health before using medication I am all for it! Dr. H shares her expertise about the Middle ground and ditching the all or nothings approach! This is something I personally struggle with. As we recover from this weeks ...
Nov 29, 2022•50 min
This is the time of year where families are reaching out because a parent-teacher conference either indicated there is a concern at school or the parent’s have questions about their child’s performance. There are so many factors that contribute to a child’s success at school and the ultimate goals are to improve a child’s academic performance, encourage self care and independence, make friends and be social, keep them safe and improve self esteem. Dr. Kelly Christian and I have an informative di...
Nov 22, 2022•51 min
We're are in the middle of fall and heading into the winter and that means one thing: kids and the inevitable coughs and colds. But what exactly is a barking cough? What is Croup? How does RSV play a role in barking coughs? These common respiratory viruses are keeping parents and Children’s Hospitals busy this time of year. These and many other questions will be covered so you know more about the different coughs and what you can do. You can find me Dr. Sarah on Instagram and TikTok at: growingu...
Nov 15, 2022•23 min
Families are faced with so many challenges on how to feed their families and encourage healthy eating or what I like to say “eating to nourish”. It is difficult to meal plan if your child is picky, has food allergies or intolerances, a medical disorder or chooses to eat a vegan diet for example. Maureen Pisanick, a registered and licensed Dietitian joins me to discuss eating with a “choice architecture” so that mealtime is fun, nutritious and encourages and supports autonomy and inclusiveness. R...
Nov 08, 2022•33 min
When is the best time to talk to your kids about money? The answer is right now! You can start at a young age with the basics and go from there. More than half the parents in the country miss opportunities to teach their children about money and finance. It is important to talk about money in our daily lives and help them learn about your family’s values. John Adams, a private Wealth Advisor, founder and principal of Adams, Gut and Associates will help us get the conversation going. For more inf...
Nov 01, 2022•47 min
Last week I was honored to have Dr. VJ, a holistic dentist from Australia, as a Guest on drveeshealthhubGrowing up with Dr. Sarah. This week I am sharing the honor I had of being a guest on Dr. VJ’s podcast - Mind Body Mouth. Dr. VJ and I both agree that oral health and alignment should be a priority when considering your medical health. We will discuss different strategies and reiterate important points to help your family grow up with healthier. It’s easy to under estimate how being mindful of...
Oct 25, 2022•48 min
Dr. VJ has been practicing dentistry for over 20 years and currently has her own practice. She is also the host of the Podcast Mind Body Mouth. In her practice she focuses on the connection between the mouth and the rest of the body. On her website mindbodymouth.com.au she quotes “Having a healthy complement of well aligned teeth is about more than just not eating too much sugar and genetics.” Follow her on Instagram! @drveeshealthhub
Oct 18, 2022•33 min
ADHD is one of the most common Neurodevelpmental disorders of childhood. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors or be overly active. Today we talk about the signs, symtoms, interventions and even the "super powers" of ADHD!
Oct 05, 2022•31 min
Amanda Elise Love shares her story about being ill as a child and working through trauma to triumph. Many can relate to her story and how to overcome trauma to feel better in all aspects of your life. Life is about nourishing, whether we are talking about our nutrition, environment, or relationships. The key to “feeling better” takes a holistic approach, small changes, and patience. To contact Dr. Sarah: You can find me on Instagram and TikTok at: growingupwithdrsarah Visit my website or apply t...
Sep 20, 2022•41 min
Children's Book author, Jay Aedo, discusses how his writings adds a twist. His mission is to encourage young readers to take responsibility for their actions and not blame others, speak up for themselves, go from being the victim to being triumphant, and to create or change their own stories. To contact Jay Aedo: consiousbiblestories.com Instagram: conscious_bible_stories To contact Dr. Sarah: You can find me on Instagram and TikTok at: growingupwithdrsarah Visit my website or apply to be a gues...
Sep 13, 2022•38 min
As a Podcast host, one of the fun things I get to do is be a guest on other Podcasts! Dr. Dean Mitchell, The Smartest Doctor in the Room, and I have a heart-to-heart discussion about Pediatrics and what families today are managing.
Sep 06, 2022•44 min
- Deciding if your child is ready for a cell phone can really be a difficult decision for parents and caregivers - Cell phones are different from other devices - There is so much to take into consideration when making this decision - Listen as I go over some key points to help you decide yes or no Links: Phone Ready Questionnaire: https://screenready.att.com/digital-parenting/ Family Media Plan: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/fmp/Pages/MediaPlan.aspx...
Aug 30, 2022•16 min
Maureen Pisanick is the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Pisanick Partners, LLC a nutrition consulting firm servicing early childhood and K-12 foodservice programs. She currently supports over 40 school districts in Northeast Ohio in creating and implementing a strategic improvement plan for their meal service programs. Mrs. Pisanick led one of the first schools in Ohio to win the HealthierUS Schools Challenge award in 2011. Through her involvement in farm to school efforts, culinary train...
Aug 23, 2022•33 min
Hey come and listen as we have a coffee talk and chat it up about “If not now then when?” If you have something you want or something you are working towards this will provide insight into whether you are planning it out for the future or want to go ahead and attack now Join Lauren and I in this candid conversation on what it means to act and what it means to wait and what that might look like to you Your dream life is waiting and if you want to learn more contact Lauren Nanni via email at laure...
Aug 15, 2022•28 min
Children all over the country are heading off the college...and sending your child off to college will make your heart burst with pride and heartache! Today we offer some tips for this new chapter for you and your family's life. And don’t forget you are not the only one that will miss them - sibling separation needs to be addressed as well. Don’t forget to tell them to take a picture in their dorm of the first day of school - Gabe and Ben did this for me!
Aug 10, 2022•24 min
Sleep Consultants Beth Levy and Bridget Bowling stop by to talk about the confusing and difficult questions families have about sleep - sleep regression, night terrors, nightmares and any other reason infants and children wake up in the middle of the night. Getting back on routine is the key! Bridget Bowling Founder, Little Snoozers Pediatric Sleep Consultants [email protected] www.littlesnoozers.com Beth Levy Little Snoozers Pediatric Sleep Consultant [email protected]...
Aug 01, 2022•35 min
Special education, or special needs education, is the practice of educating students with special needs in a way that addresses their individual differences and needs. Laws have been created to support all children in their ability to learn. These provisions in education for children with disabilities or learning differences differs from country to country, and state to state. My guest Olga Lingo, is a teacher with 18 years of experience in special education, listen in as she navigates us throug...
Jul 25, 2022•35 min
Today my guest is Christy Romano, whi is a Certified Health Coach on a mission to help women tap into the power of nutrition, mindset and lifestyle changes to beat anxiety and FEEL good in their skin again. It was Christy’s own struggles with food and her body that sparked a passion for helping other women find true health. Through her own healing journey she learned effective strategies to rewire her anxious mind, overcome perfectionism and take care of her body through a holistic approach. She...
Jul 18, 2022•29 min
Last episode we recommended allowing your children to try different sports. I spent some time with one of our producers at Pod Populi, Christian Porrello, who has experience with teaching kids boxing to learn more about this sport! Boxing for kids isn't just a physical activity. This sport is a martial art and has many key benefits for children and young adults. Some of the benefits include confidence, fitness, self defense, humility, patience and community. Done safely, youth boxers gain life s...
Jul 11, 2022•28 min
Sports Specialization - Year-round training (greater than 8 months) to focus on a single sport at the exclusion of other sports, has increasingly become a common practice for those wanting to successfully compete at elite levels, often at the potential risk of their short and long-term health My son Ben Adams, an Athletic Trainer with experience in Collegiate as well as professional sports medicine, discuss the cons of Sports specialization and the benefits for children and adolescents to partic...
Jul 04, 2022•27 min
As the kids come out to play, so do the insects! We've got tips to identify the most common types of bug bites, how to prevent them, and how to treat them. What symptoms to watch out for, the importance of choosing the right insect repellent for your child, and everything you need to know about ticks!
Jun 27, 2022•31 min
Aimee Buckley joins the show, and explains Study Help Inc - how it got started and how it can help your child. How can parents help their child thrive during the school year and the summer - and not lose academic ground over the summer. Also...what is an IEP, how do they work, what can you expect Connect with Aimee: https://study.help/ [email protected] 925-577-3306 @studyhelpinc @study.help.inc /in/aimee-buckley-b136b714 Aimee Buckley, founder of Study Help Inc, is a veteran public schoo...
Jun 20, 2022•35 min
Today's guest is Theresa Lear Levine. Theresa’s struggles as a successful mompreneur with trauma, ADHD and high functioning anxiety escalated into chaos, stickiness and self doubt and led her on a journey to regain inner peace, confidence and self love. She learned affective ways to get unstuck and release pain, self sabotage and unwanted feelings with processes that cultivated desire emotions and create a totally different outcome that previously seemed impossible to attain. We talk about EFT a...
Jun 13, 2022•57 min
I love summer and fun in the sun. What I don’t love is sunburns, especially when it comes to our little ones. As a pediatrician I get lots of questions about how to protect babies and children from the sun. So let’s have fun talking about what you can do!
Jun 06, 2022•28 min
Between 30 - 40 % of households have firearms, how do we keep our childrens safe from gun deaths, and teens safe from suicide by firearms? Owning a firearm, whether for target shooting, hunting or personal protection, comes with an ongoing commitment to safety and responsibility. Following safety guidelines can help you be a responsible firearms owner by following the many laws regarding purchasing, ownership, storage and use. We need to create a culture of firearms safety, awareness of mental h...
May 31, 2022•23 min
The Traveler’s Gift, a book written by Andy Andrews, is about the divine adventure of a desperate man, David Ponder. Lauren, Gabe and I highlight the amazing lessons for life and success so eloquently described and intertwined in the Traveler’s Gift. It is a visit back in history but the Seven Decisions is extremely relevant today! Are you feeling stuck and need some inspiration then this is worth the listen...and read! Lauren Nanni is a certified Life Coach and owns Life Coaching with Lauren wh...
May 16, 2022•37 min
Did you know that there is a national Baby Formula shortage? This was exacerbated the formula recall from a particular distributer, and parents are finding it hard to locate baby forumla - and when they do are limited in the amount they can purchase. Well...do not panic! On this episode we explore what you can and should not to to get what you need, quickly, efficiently, and safely. If you have any concerns about your baby's nutrition, please talk please talk with your pediatrician.
May 09, 2022•10 min
