Teachers, Toddlers, and Tissues: Candid Conversations on Health and Child Care Podcast
1) Childhood Vaccine Schedule: What You Need to Know
Vaccines have been in the news a lot lately, so we’re going to clear up some of the noise by outlining what ECE teachers need to know about the childhood vaccine schedule, why timing matters, and how ...Show More
2) All About Asthma
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases affecting children, and about one out of every 10 U.S. children has asthma. Rachel and Dr. Navsaria break down what childhood asthma is, what possible...Show More
3) Autism: What Do I Need To Know?
Autism has been in the news recently, so today we’re going to tell you what it is, what we know about what does (and doesn't) cause it, how to approach supporting children with autism and their famili...Show More
4) Go to Sleep!
Nothing beats a good night sleep, but how kids fall asleep and the quality of that sleep is what matters most. Rachel and Dr. Navsaria break down the basics of 'sleep hygiene': how much sleep kids ne...Show More
5) Vitamins & Supplements: Facts and Fictions
When parents reach for a bottle of vitamins, supplements, or herbal remedies, it’s because their intentions are good. We want to give our kids the best. But do those supplements and vitamins actually ...Show More
6) Keeping Teeth Healthy
Keeping kid's teeth clean and healthy is crucial to avoid cavities and more serious complications — but there's a lot more to oral health than just brushing teeth. It begins even before baby teeth ha...Show More
7) How to Think and Talk about Screens and Digital Media
Putting those ever-present screens away can be challenging for children and adults alike. Today, we’re talking about why it’s important to talk about healthy digital media use, what happens when scree...Show More
8) Whooping Cough Has Returned
Cases of whooping cough are at their highest in years, and our littlest ones are at risk of severe infection — and even death — if they're not vaccinated. Rachel and Dr. Navsaria break down what whoop...Show More
9) In Their Own Words: Personal Stories of Addressing Burnout
Recorded Live at the Parents as Teachers International Conference in San Diego, CA, three childcare specialists share their personal story of addressing burnout and moral injury.
10) TTT Live at Parents as Teachers: Addressing Burnout and Moral Injury
Rachel and Dipesh continue their road show with another live record, this time in front of over 1000 home visitors and childhood experts at the Parents as Teachers International Conference in San Dieg...Show More