Send us a text On this episode we're talking about sleep! The majority of us could use more or better sleep. How does sleep (or the lack of it) impact our health, and how has COVID-19 affected our ability to rest? How can you know if you're just tired or if you have an actual sleep disorder? And we share some great tips on how to successfully drift off to dreamland every night. Listen in! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X a...
Sep 29, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text Today we're talking about the joys and challenges of breastfeeding. Why is breastmilk important for babies and moms? What's the latest on COVID-19 and breastfeeding recommendations? And we get real about the obstacles many women face, and how we can advocate for better laws to support nursing moms. Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our sh...
Sep 15, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text On this episode, we’re talking about birth order. Firstborns, middle children, babies of the family, or onlies … how do these family positions affect your children’s personalities? How do they affect our own personalities as adults? And, really, does the science support any of this? Listen in for the scoop! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe ...
Sep 01, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text On this episode, we talk about the people we most often forget to care for: ourselves. Why is self-care important? Can it really affect our health? And what are some easy ways we can fit it into our crazy lives? Tune in to find out! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in Apple Podcasts ... it helps other people like y...
Aug 18, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send us a text Today we're talking about the coronavirus and kids. What's the latest data on how kids are affected by COVID-19? How can we support kids emotionally during an ongoing pandemic? And how on earth should we approach the complex challenge of school reopening? Join us to find out! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in App...
Aug 04, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text On this episode, we talk about how to recognize good information versus bad. How can you tell whether something you read online is reliable? Does it really matter? And how can we stamp out myths and support the spread of facts in order to protect our families and communities? Tune in as we tackle the topic of fake news! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if y...
Jul 21, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text In the second of our two-part series on race, racism, and health, we have a discussion with pediatrician and researcher Dr. Nia Heard-Garris on talking to kids and loved ones about racism: why it’s important, how to maintain momentum, and (if you haven't already) where on earth to start. You may recognize her from the recent CNN/Sesame Street Town Hall on racism, so we'll get her recommendations for anti-racist resources for kids and adults alike. Nia Heard-Garris, MD, MSc is a pe...
Jul 07, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text In the first part of a two-part series on race, we’re talking to pediatrician, public health expert and What is Black? podcast host Dr. Jacqueline Dougé about the complex ways race and equity affect health outcomes and medical care. We'll define the buzzwords that seem to be everywhere these days, talk about our personal experiences, and learn about how race impacts both patients and providers. Jacqueline Dougé, MD, MPH, FAAP is a general pediatrician and public health professiona...
Jun 23, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a text The events in the United States over the past couple of weeks have been painful. We mourn the murders of black citizens and we’ve been moved by the massive protests around the world demanding racial equality. As physicians and mothers of color, we are particularly determined to move forward the discussion of race and racism from a public health standpoint. For that reason, we’ve decided not to release the episode originally scheduled for today. Instead, we're going to provide some...
Jun 09, 2020•2 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text On this episode, we're giving you the straight talk about vaccines. The world is waiting with bated breath for a coronavirus vaccine, but how do vaccinations work? Why is the childhood vaccine schedule written the way it is? And what needs to happen before a COVID-19 vaccine is available to everyone? Join us to find out! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if ...
May 26, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text This episode, we're talking about one of our favorite topics: books! Whether you're stuck at home and desperate for new titles to fill up your newly free hours, or an essential worker with no extra time but a need to unwind, or a parent looking for new kids' book ideas, our recommendations will have you covered! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subsc...
May 12, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text On this episode, we're talking about kids and technology. How do you help your children reap the benefits of the technology and devices available to them, without letting that technology take over? How do we keep boundaries on tech during a global pandemic? And what's our life hack to help you stay connected in a healthy way? Tune in to find out! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love...
Apr 28, 2020•24 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text On this episode, we tackle that elusive holy grail, work-life balance. What does it look like for two doctor-moms? Why is it important? Why is it so hard to reach? And what can we do to achieve it? Listen in to learn some tips you can use to empower yourself and make your family's life more manageable! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to ou...
Apr 11, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text What’s the latest medical information on the coronavirus pandemic? What do you need to know to protect your family? And how do you stay informed without getting overwhelmed? The Hippocratic Hosts are here to help. Plus, we share our first Physician-Mom Life Hack of the Week. Thank you, thank you, thank you to our healthcare community and front-line/essential workers. The entire human race is grateful to you all. Support the show ************************************* Connect with u...
Apr 11, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Send us a text In our premiere episode, we introduce ourselves, our long history, and the story of how this podcast came to be. Want to know who we are, how we met, and what to expect from future episodes? Want to hear about the epic prank that solidified our friendship? Sit back and listen in! Support the show ************************************* Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter/X and Pinterest ! And we'd love it (and you, forever) if you subscribe to our show and review us in...
Apr 04, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 1
