Mar 8, 2022
In this episode, Dr. Hess is joined by second-time mom, Amanda Saucedo, who lost her one-month-old infant son Ben to suffocation secondary to bed sharing. She now shares her story through her non-profit organization called Benny Bears with the hope that other parents and caregivers will never suffer the same tragedy and...
Oct 8, 2020
Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, have a monumental impact on future violence, victimization and perpetration, and long-term health of our kids. They are linked to chronic health issues, mental illness, substance misuse, and educational difficulties. In this episode, Dr. Hess is joined by Dr. Karli Okeson,...
Dec 11, 2019
Is your teen having sex? Studies show that over half of teens between the ages of 15-19 years old are having sexual intercourse, and only 30% of them are using contraception. Talking to kids about sex and how to remain as safe as possible can be a tough task for many parents, but we need to be doing it. In this episode,...
Oct 30, 2019
In this episode of The PediMom Podcast Dr. Free N. Hess chats with fellow Pediatrician Dr. Jen Trachtenberg about how to best keep your children safe this Halloween.
Kids love the magic and wonder of this wonderful holiday but parents are sometimes wary of the dangers lurking. Knowing how you can prepare, what to avoid,...
Oct 30, 2019
In this very first episode of The PediMom Podcast I'll be introducing myself and discussing how and what you will learn here (hint: everything child safety related!). I'm thrilled that you're here and I look forward to learning with you.
You can find a ton more info at PediMom.com. You can also find lots of tips and...