Is This Normal? A Guide to Your Child’s Hips, Knees, and Feet

What to Expect When Your Child needs Anesthesia

Knowing exactly what happens after your child walks through the operating room doors is one of the best ways to feel prepared for surgery day. In this episode, pediatric anesthesiologist Dr. Pilar Castro shares information about children's anesthesia safety, fasting rules and post-op recovery. Learn how a specialized care team manages every detail behind the scenes to keep your little one safe, pain-free and comfortable.

Kidney Stones in Kids and Teens

Once thought to be an adult-only issue, kidney stones are on the rise in children and teens due to modern diets and low fluid intake. In this episode, pediatric urologist Dr. John Weaver discusses the surprising warning signs (like abdominal pain and nausea) that often mimic everyday stomach bugs. Learn practical strategies, from the daily hydration targets for your child's age to hacks to get them drinking more water. Love the show? Don’t miss a beat—sign up for our newsletter. [https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health-essentials-newsletter?utm_medium=email&utm_source=jotform&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=signuppage] Get must-have wellness advice, you can trust, delivered straight to your inbox

What Parents Need to Know About Sudden Testicular Pain

If your son mentions sudden pain in his groin or private parts, it can be difficult to tell if it’s a minor sports injury or something that needs immediate attention. In this episode, pediatric urologists Dr. Lynn Woo and Dr. Jessica Hannick discuss the common causes of testicular pain, helping you know the difference between simple aches and an emergency like testicular torsion. You'll learn how to spot the warning signs, why severe pain requires a trip to the ER and how to comfortably talk through sensitive health topics with your child.

Helping a Child with Sensory Overload

Is your child a picky eater, prone to tantrums over different clothing textures or unable to sit still? In this episode, a pediatric occupational therapist breaks down sensory processing. We’ll discuss interoception (the inner sense that connects physical signals like hunger or anxiety to emotions) and explain why some kids are over-responders who get easily overwhelmed, while others are under-responders who constantly crave movement. Learn how sensory breaks can ground a child with ADHD, and how to build a sensory diet—a predictable daily routine of quick, regulating activities to prevent tantrums before they start.

Essential Summer Safety Tips for Parents

From crowded swimming pools to neighborhood bike rides, keeping up with active kids during the summer is a full-time job. In this episode, pediatricians Dr. Richard So and Dr. Shannon Thompson share how to build confidence in your kids through water awareness, playground safety and a modern approach to stranger danger. Learn how to spot the signs of heat exhaustion, protect your child in large crowds and get the tools you need to keep your family safe and healthy all season long.