🎙️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 changing and washing their sheets? ➡️ My child's clothes...

🎙️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 washing my child's hands? Does the water temperature matter for germ...

🎙️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 it's not working? ➡️ What kind of germs are hand sanitizers not...

🎙️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 parents for choosing safe milk products for their children? Bytes...

🎙️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 supply is unsafe? ➡️ Where can I find reliable and up-to-date...

🎙️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? Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical guidance and advice for...

🎙️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 they appear? ➡️ How concerned should parents be about MIS-C,...

🎙️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? 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...

🎙️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 any risk factors that make them more susceptible? ➡️ We've heard...

🎙️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? Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical guidance and advice for parents...

🎙️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! 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!...

🎙️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 infections or other health concerns within these makeup stores? Bytes...

🎙️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? Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical...

🎙️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 diagnosed and treated? Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long...

🎙️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? Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that...

🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Friday, April 12, 2024! 💡On this episode titled, “How To Handle Animal Bites,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Dina DiMaggio to discuss this topic. Topics covered: ➡️ How common are animal bites? ➡️ Why do we worry about animal bites? ➡️ How do we manage the most common bite from a dog? ➡️ What do you do if you get a cat bite? and more! Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical guidance and advice for...

🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Thursday, April 11, 2024! 💡On this episode titled, “Heart Murmurs in Kids,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Erin Faherty (pediatric cardiologist) to discuss this topic. Topics covered: ➡️ What is a heart murmur? ➡️ How common are heart murmurs in kids? ➡️ How does a pediatric cardiologist evaluate kids with heart murmurs? ➡️ What kinds of heart problems can cause a heart murmur? Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that...

🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Wednesday, April 10, 2024! 💡On this episode titled, “Ear Tube Surgery,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Rachel Georgopoulos (Pediatric ENT) to discuss this topic. Topics covered: ➡️ Why does my child need ear tubes? ➡️ What are the risks involved with ear tube surgery? ➡️ How long will the procedure take and what is recovery like? ➡️ Can my child still swim with ear tubes in? Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that...

🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Tuesday, April 9, 2024! 💡On this episode titled, “6 Month Milestones,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Dina DiMaggio to discuss this topic. Topics covered: ➡️ What motor milestones should parents look out for at this age? ➡️ What should parents expect in terms of their baby's social development at 6 months? ➡️ What are some typical developments that parents should observe in their 6-month-old baby's language skills? ➡️ What cognitive...

🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped today -- Monday, April 8, 2024! 💡On this episode titled, “Chronic Cough in Kiddos,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Dina DiMaggio to discuss this topic. Topics covered: ➡️ What is a chronic cough? ➡️ How will your doctor evaluate your cough? ➡️ What are common causes of a chronic cough? ➡️ What is the treatment? 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...

🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped -- Friday, April 5, 2024! 💡On this episode titled, “4 Month Milestones,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Dina DiMaggio to discuss this topic. Topics covered: ➡️ What are some of the key milestones we should be looking for? ➡️ What advancements can we expect to see in a 4-month-old baby's cognitive abilities? ➡️ What can we expect for language and communication development? ➡️ What are some red flags at this age to look out for? Bytes of Health is...

🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped -- Thursday, April 4, 2024! 💡On this episode titled, “Food Allergies in Children,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Malina Malkani (@healthy.mom.healthy.kids) to discuss this topic. Topics covered: ➡️ How do I know if my baby is at high risk or low risk for food allergies? ➡️ Can we prevent food allergies from developing in babies? ➡️ What does it mean to offer top allergens “early, often, and consistently?” Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long...

🎙️A new episode of Bytes of Health dropped -- Wednesday, April 3, 2024! 💡On this episode titled, “0-3 Month Milestones,” Dr. Jess Steier is joined by Dr. Dina DiMaggio to discuss this topic. Topics covered: ➡️ What key milestones to expect in terms of physical growth and motor skills? ➡️ How about their sensory development? ➡️ What milestones do infants typically reach in terms of their communication skills? Bytes of Health is a daily, five-minute long podcast that provides practical...