218. Vote For Kids
What happens when the wealthiest nation in the world fails its children? In this short but important solo episode, Dr. Lia Gaggino, speaking as a mother, grandmother, and pediatrician, shares her conc...
30 Okt 20248min
217. Inside the Toddler Mind: What Adults Can Learn from Tots
What if the key to happiness lies in thinking like a toddler? Dr. Lia Gaggino's Pediatric Meltdown podcast features Dr. Hasan Merali, who unveils the wisdom hidden in toddler behavior. Uncover the sci...
23 Okt 202446min
216. Fostering Curiosity: A Pediatrician’s Guide to Early Brain Development
What if the key to unlocking your child's potential lies in their natural curiosity? In this enlightening episode of "Pediatric Meltdown," host Dr. Lia Gaggino welcomes developmental-behavioral pediat...
16 Okt 20241h 3min
215. Pediatric Social Influencers of Health: Screening and Intervention
In the realm of pediatrics, can a child's ZIP code be a stronger predictor of health outcomes than their genetic code? Dr. Lia Gaggino examines this critical question alongside pediatric residents Dr....
9 Okt 202451min
214 Autism and Sexuality: The Birds and The Bees
How do we address the often-overlooked sexual health needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Dr. Zakia Alavi, a seasoned child and adolescent psychiatrist specializing in pediatric m...
2 Okt 202439min
213. Vaccine Hesitancy and Refusal: Fact and Emotion
Vaccine Hesitancy and Refusal: Fact and EmotionHave you ever wondered why vaccines spark such strong opinions, even as they play a pivotal role in infectious disease prevention and public health resp...
25 Sep 20241h 9min
212. Chronic School Absenteeism: The Role of Pediatricians
Have you ever wondered how missing a few school days could dramatically alter a child's future? In this eye-opening episode of Pediatric Meltdown, host Dr. Lia Gaggino and guest Dr. Heidi Schumacher u...
18 Sep 202454min
211. Medicine, Mountains and Meditation: The Art of Healing
Have you ever wondered how ancient practices like mindfulness and the Pranayama breathing technique could revolutionize the high-stress environments like the NICU? In this episode, Dr. Nitin Ron, a ne...
11 Sep 20241h 1min
