Thank you so much for your patience while awaiting the release of this episode. Today we talk about treating constipation with and without medication. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we did recording. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider sharing this Po...
Apr 11, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Following a prolonged delay in releasing new episodes, we thought it would be beneficial to first chat about RSV Season and the disease that it causes - Bronchiolitis. We feel you will benefit greatly from taking the time to listen to this episode. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast ...
Apr 04, 2022•14 min0
Hi everybody, apologies for the week long delay in the release of this episode - minor technological hiccup on our part. In this episode we take a walk through the intestine of constipation chatting about the causes of constipation in babies, toddlers and children. We hope you enjoy :) Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Fac...
Mar 07, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode we simplify constipation in children and discuss the expected symptoms and the reasoning behind why it occurs. Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider shari...
Feb 21, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Today we decided to sneak in a Dehydration podcast where we outline the signs of dehydration and how to assess the severity of dehydration. Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please c...
Feb 14, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Wrapping up our vomiting as a symptom, today we discuss the points at which one needs to be concerned about vomiting, and when one should seek guidance. Happy listening and thank you for all your support. Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to no...
Feb 07, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In Episode 23 we find ourselves discussing the treatment of vomiting in children - the ins and outs, techniques to ensure they stay hydrated and the investigations we would consider should they require them Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to ...
Jan 31, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Today we chat about the causes - common and uncommon - of vomiting, covering infections, structural issues and metabolism. Briefly, we cover the normal course of infections plus some additional symptoms to look out for that suggest something more significant may be going on Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (...
Jan 24, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In the first symptom series podcast for this year, we discuss vomiting - what to look out for, the reasons for vomiting and general care for those who are vomiting. Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this p...
Jan 17, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 21
We really did try get this episode out earlier but unfortunately #covid intervened and we were delayed. Listen in to find out why. That said, in this special episode we chat about Covid in Children as well as a brief overview of vaccination in children. Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcas...
Jan 10, 2022•14 min0
Today we are chatting about the warning signs to look out for whe your child has Diarrhoea. Next week we will be chatting about Vomiting. Be sure to keep a look out for when it is released. Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new epis...
Nov 22, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 20
How do we treat Diarrhoea as Paediatricians? Listen to today's episode to find out. Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider sharing this Podcast with those who may benefit ...
Nov 15, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Following a break for voting day last week, we are continuing our chat about diarrhoea. Today we are covering an overview of the causes - malabsorption, infection, intolerance, etc. Treatment is coming up next week :) Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podc...
Nov 08, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode we chat about the outs and outs of diarrhoea - what normal stooling is, at what point we diagnose diarrhoea - frequency, duration, etc. - and briefly discuss the causes. Next week we will chat in more depth about the causes of diarrhoea in children Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds ...
Oct 25, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Why is your child snoring? Is it normal? Does my child need surgery? We address all these questions and discuss the reasons behind medical and surgical management of snoring in children. Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have not, please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episode...
Oct 18, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode we talk about the 'normal' regularly sick child, those that are in Crèche (Crèche syndrome) or exposed to others in Crèche (Crèche syndrome by proxy). We chat frequency, concerns and what to expect when your child starts Crèche. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of v...
Oct 11, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Ever been concerned about when to be concerned about a cough? We chat about when coughing is potentially a problem and give you guidelines on when your child needs to be seen. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider sharing this Podcast with those who may benefit...
Oct 04, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode we chat about the treatment of coughing - non-medication and medication, equipment (humidifiers and nebulisers) and where we use specific treatments and why. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider sharing this Podcast with those who may benefit f...
Sep 27, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode we explain the common causes of coughing and touch on a few basic concepts to bear in mind when your child is coughing. By the end, you should be more comfortable knowing when a cough is normal and when it is not. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please co...
Sep 20, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode we take a stroll through coughing, chatting about why, how, when, and what sounds to be expecting in different illnesses and how to identify them. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider sharing this Podcast with those who may benefit from it...
Sep 13, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this podcast we chat about sneezing - causes, treatment and warning signs - all in one! Hope you enjoy the listen. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider sharing this Podcast with those who may benefit from it
Sep 06, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode we chat about when the runny nose starts to be a concern - fever, pain, ears, snoring, breathing and coughing. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider sharing this Podcast with those who may benefit from it
Aug 30, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this slightly longer podcast we chat about non-medication methods of dealing with runny noses and medication you can consider using, if necessary. We chat how to get kiddies to blow their noses, humidifiers, decongestants and a lot more. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value...
Aug 23, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this week's episode we talk symptoms (runny nose, sneezing, coughing), expected course and a basic overview of managing runny noses. We also chat about 'Flu, antibiotics, postnasal drip and the infection "going to the chest". Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please con...
Aug 16, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this Podcast we chat about normal sinus function as it relates to children, why our nose gets runny and an overview of the expected duration of runny noses and how to clean it properly. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider sharing this Podcast with those who may ...
Aug 09, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode we chat about fever fits / febrile convulsions, talk about our own experiences and cover important things you need to look out for to assist if this should ever happen to your child. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and add us in your favourite Podcast App to not miss new episodes. If you found this podcast of value, please consider sharing this Podcast with thos...
Aug 02, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In the fourth part of our fevers series we cover non-medical ways of reducing a fever, medication that can be used and add a bit of our personal experience regarding treatment of fevers in children. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, subscribe to our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and share this Podcast with those who may benefit from it Paediatric Centre Website · Two Paeds in a Podcast Facebook Page...
Jul 12, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode we chat about how and where to correctly take a temperature and the ranges to accept based on which part of the body the temperature is taken. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, subscribe to our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and share this Podcast with those who may benefit from it Paediatric Centre Website · Two Paeds in a Podcast Facebook Page...
Jul 12, 2021•9 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode we demystify where and how fevers come about, and discuss common causes of fever. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, subscribe to our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and share this Podcast with those who may benefit from it Paediatric Centre Website · Two Paeds in a Podcast Facebook Page
Jul 12, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this episode we talk about normal temperatures and when a temperature is considered a fever and we briefly cover different methods of measuring a temperature. We also chat about the expected symptoms of a fever and, more importantly, when to be concerned about a fever - i.e. Warning Signs Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, subscribe to our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and share this Podcast with those who may benefit from it Paediatric Centr...
Jul 12, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 1