Welcome to Fontanelle, a paediatric educational podcast for trainees. I'm Caroline Storey, a paediatric consultant in Poole, and I'll be joined by wise friends, learned colleagues and leading lights from around the region and beyond to explore common presentations, sticky situations, what's fresh and new, and what's coming of age in paediatric medicine. So if you've got an open mind for learning and a soft spot for the world of paediatrics, you've come to the right place!
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Fontanelle Podcasts
Join us as we guide new mothers through their baby’s first year of life. Newly postpartum moms celebrate the excitement of becoming new parents, as well as the emotional and physical struggles of recovering from childbirth and caring for a newborn baby.
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You make tough calls when caring for acutely ill and injured children. Join us for strategy and support -- through clinical cases, research and reviews, and best-practice guidance in our ever-changing acute care landscape. Please visit our site at http://PEMplaybook.org/ for show notes and to get involved with the show -- see you there!
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New babies spend half their day sleeping. Nice, right? Knowing the best sleep environment for your baby will not only keep them safe, but it will result in better sleep so both you and baby can be well-rested. Where should (and shouldn't) your baby be sleeping? What should you look for in a crib and crib mattress? And what should our babies be wear…
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Having a sick baby can be a terrifying experience for new parents. It's hard to know exactly what to do when your little one's fever is rising and they can barely breathe because they're so congested. So, how can you help your baby feel better (since you can't use medication)? And how do you clear all the snot and boogers from your baby's nose so t…
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With summer around the corner, you may be planning your baby's first trip to the pool or beach. How can you help you your baby be comfortable — and safe — in the water? An infant swim instructor and experienced moms share their best tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Fontanels: Soft Spots on Your Baby's Head
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Your baby's head is uniquely made to mold for birth and move to accommodate a growing and developing brain. So, what are those soft spots that most new parents are afraid to touch? Where can you find them? And what changes can you expect within your baby's first year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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For most women, being pregnant means having a nice, long break from your monthly period. But what happens after your baby is born? What should you expect with those first few periods after pregnancy? Is it different depending on if you had a vaginal or c-section delivery? How will you know what's normal for your body? Today we’re exploring what to …
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If your baby seems irritable or she's having a hard time sleeping, you may want to consider swaddling. After all, it just makes sense that your child would feel most comfortable in an environment similar to what your baby felt while being cradled in the womb, right? How do you successfully swaddle your baby? What type of swaddles typically work bes…
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Responsive Feeding Through the First Year — And Beyond
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Many experts say it’s best to follow your baby’s hunger cues rather than adhere to a strict feeding schedule — especially in the newborn stage. This is often called "on demand" or "responsive feeding," and you can do it whether you breastfeed or feed your baby through a bottle. What are typical cues moms should be aware of? What does responsive fee…
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Whether you are planning your baby’s first birthday, celebrating an event and want it to be baby friendly, or just want to plan a fun meet up with other new moms, today’s episode is all about baby and toddler friendly party ideas! We chatted with the owner of CHIC Event Boutique. Through her years in the lowcountry she has celebrated all of life’s …
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As any experienced parent will tell you, the newborn days of putting your baby on a play mat – and knowing they’ll stay there – don’t last long. Pretty soon they’ll be following you around the house and getting into anything and everything, so you’ll need to make sure their environment is safe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…
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Can a 'Dream Feed' Help Your Baby Sleep Longer?
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Chances are you could use a little more sleep these days. You may have heard of the “dream feed,” a tactic many parents use to extend their baby’s long stretch of sleep. But what is it, exactly? How do you do it? And when should you stop? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Hiring a Postpartum Doula After Welcoming Your Baby
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Today we are discussing the first week after giving birth! The sleepless nights, many diaper changes, figuring out a feeding schedule and trying to take care of yourself! Some women opt to hire a postpartum doula to help during the first few days or week of having their baby home. We’ll discuss what a postpartum doula is and how they might be a goo…
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The Best Ways to Save for Your Baby's Future
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It'll be a while before your baby heads off to college, but that doesn't mean it's too early to start saving for their education. What are the different types of education savings plans? How much should you save each month? And what are the benefits to starting early? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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With the warmer weather finally here, or just around the corner for some of you...let’s think about spring vacations with littles! If you are like me and taking a flight with your infant or toddler makes you nervous this episode is for you! Today we are chatting about travel tips with your baby and how to have a good time on vacation! Learn more ab…
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Fostering Healthy Grandparent Relationships
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Even the best relationships between adult children and their parents can get complicated once grandkids come along. On one hand, you may feel like you can relate to your parents like never before. But you may also find yourself fielding unsolicited advice or disagreeing on things like sleep training tactics or feeding methods. What does it look lik…
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Delayed Postpartum Depression: Having More Babies
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Having another child after experiencing postpartum depression, or another perinatal mental health disorder may seem daunting as a new mother. What if it happens again? What if it is worse? Who would sign themselves up for this experience again? How can you reconcile this fear with the longing for more babies? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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You are out of the newborn stage and grew to love baby wearing your infant. Did you know there are benefits of baby wearing your infant and even toddler! Today we are chatting about all of the benefits for both mom and baby for extended baby wearing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Laughing and Leaking: Is Peeing Your Pants Normal After Giving Birth?
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Your baby does something hilarious and you start to laugh. But wait – did a little pee just come out? And is that … normal? If you’re experiencing issues with leaking or bladder control in general as a postpartum mom, you are not alone. What causes this? Is it common? What type of help is available to you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me…
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The Mental Load of Motherhood with Renee Reina
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So much of what moms do behind the scenes to keep their children happy and healthy goes unnoticed – like the amount of time it takes to research day cares or even pack the diaper bag to get the baby out the door. How does this affect your physical and mental health? How should you talk to your partner? And how have experienced moms learned to ease …
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Giving birth to your baby is usually pretty messy, right? So, it's only natural we would want to bathe our babies immediately. But could there be benefits to delaying that first bath? And when you do decide to bathe your new baby, how should you do it? Should you buy a special baby tub, or perhaps bathe with your baby? And what about those strange …
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If you and your partner come from different faith backgrounds, you may be wondering how you’re going to raise your baby when it comes to religion. Will you incorporate both faiths into family traditions, or will you favor one over the other? How will you tackle some of the more difficult religious differences that may arise? And what should you be …
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Your baby is here! But you're so busy taking care of your little one that you forget to take care of yourself. Sound familiar? But good nutrition is super important for new moms- whether you're breastfeeding your baby or you're simply helping your body heal from childbirth. Today we'll explore some great ways to get nutritious foods into your diet,…
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Sleep can be so hard to come by in the early days of parenthood, and many parents will try anything and everything to help their babies sleep better. A pediatric sleep consultant shares her best tips, as well as information on infant sleep cycles, sleep regressions and what your baby's time awake has to do with how well they sleep. Learn more about…
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You are out of the newborn haze but now as you look at your infant you are struggling to find time for yourself. Between the nap schedules, feeding times, diaper changes and new baby milestones... When do you have time for yourself? Today we are chatting with an expert about finding time for yourself as a new mom! Learn more about your ad choices. …
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After having a baby, you’re often stressed, sleep deprived and not always the nicest person to be around. Just ask your spouse. Research shows many couples struggle in their relationships during the early days of parenthood. How can you get past some of the most common challenges? And what are some signs that you should seek professional counseling…
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By Tim Horeczko, MD, MSCR, FACEP, FAAP
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Maternity leave comes with a lot of ups and downs, from baby’s first bath to waking up every two hours during the night, navigating witching hour and so much more. When your maternity leave comes to an end many women stress about the work life balance when becoming a mother. Today we will be discussing how to navigate motherhood as a working mom! L…
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Even babies who sleep through the night may go through periods of multiple nighttime wakings. What causes sleep regressions? When should parents expect them? And how can you help your baby get back to sleep on their own? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network
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Your bundle of joy has finally arrived and now you are wanting to use safe clean products on them but don’t know where to start. Today we are speaking with Chase and Stefanie, the founders of Stork and Sun on why they came up with their clean baby products and how to navigate the overwhelming amount of items offered to new parents. Learn more about…
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Some babies love spending time on their bellies. Others hate it. Why is tummy time important for your baby's development? And how can you make tummy time more enjoyable for your little one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network
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Being a career woman looks different after becoming a mom. Whatever your work life looks like these days, you can still have a beautiful bond and connection with your baby even when you’re separated for most of the day. How can you make the most of your time together? And how can you enlist the help of child care providers in this area? Learn more …
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Understanding RSV and Other Common Baby Illnesses
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Babies can get sick a lot during their first year of life. What are the most common illnesses to watch out for? How can you treat them at home? And what are signs that you should seek medical attention? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network
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By popular demand, we're re-releasing the snotty, wheezy bronchiolitis episode. Merry Sniffles and Good Tidings to all on the shortest, darkest day of 2024!
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Whether your maternity leave is coming to an end or you are already back to work, today we are talking about breastfeeding tips while heading back to work. Lisa Myers, the creator of the chiller Ceres Chill joins our host chatting about how her chiller helps breastfeeding moms pump and store their milk with ease. Ceres Chill is also giving a discou…
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It’s your little one’s first Christmas! Whether they are three months old, six or even approaching one year we are chatting about great gift ideas for them to make their first Christmas special! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network
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When you go to the pediatrician, they take all sorts of measurements and track your baby's progress through infant growth charts. So, who created these charts, and how are averages determined? Do breastfed babies grow any differently than formula-fed babies? And what does the term "failure to thrive" actually mean? Learn more about your ad choices.…
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For many, the holiday season is synonymous with long car trips or plane rides to visit family and friends. And while you may have loved traveling before you had a baby, even the thought of it can seem daunting now as you worry whether he’ll cry the whole flight or she'll have a blowout in the car seat. How can you mentally prepare for your baby's f…
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Baby's First Holiday: Thanksgiving Edition
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It’s your little one’s first Thanksgiving! Whether they are three months old, six or even approaching one year we are chatting about the different food ideas you can give your baby on this first holiday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network
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Baby registries are full of items expectant parents think they'll need. But what do experienced moms say they've actually used? What items can you live without? And what popular products aren't safe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network
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Whether you just welcomed your baby, have a three-month old, a six month old or a toddler… How will you navigate raising a child while being a military spouse and having to parent alone from time to time. Today we are speaking with military wives and hearing their tips and tricks on parenting solo while being a military spouse! Learn more about you…
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Sensory bins are great tools to help your baby develop his senses, but you don’t have to be a Pinterest mom to make play time fun. What everyday experiences are good for this? And what household items can you use for sensory play? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy New Mommy Media | Independent Podcast Network
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Disney Theme Park Tips when Taking Your Baby
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Whether you have a three-month-old, a six-month-old or you are wanting to celebrate your little one turning one at Disney, today we are chatting about taking your baby to a Disney Theme Park! What are the best rides to go on? What are rides you should avoid and what shows or parades are a must see! We will discuss all the tips and tricks on taking …
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Being a stay-at-home mom can be so rewarding. But it can also be the most challenging job of your life. A group of moms share their struggles, how they’ve pushed through and how you can thrive – not just survive – in your new role as a stay-at-home mom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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We are officially in Fall and with the cooler weather comes hearty dishes like soups, stews and chilis. But, are these foods safe to give my baby or toddler and how can I make some of my favorite dishes baby friendly? Today we are speaking to a dietician on how you can still make your favorite fall foods you love but also make them baby friendly! L…
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When it's time to start solids, a growing number of parents are turning to something called baby led weaning — saying no to spoon feeding and letting their babies eat what the rest of the family is having for dinner. What is baby led weaning? How can you introduce foods safely? And what are some of the benefits — and potential drawbacks — of this m…
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You’ve heard the phrase, “It takes a village to raise a baby,” but how true is it? Whether you are in the newborn stage, the infant stage, or just entering toddlerhood we are diving deep into finding that village and ways you can keep your peace and protect your mental health with or without your village. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…
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Learning How Babies Communicate — And How to Talk Back
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Long before babies can talk, they’re cooing, crying and finding other ways to communicate what they need. Do all babies communicate the same way? How can parents use everyday communication experiences to bond? And how much does the way we communicate with our babies impact them later in life? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc…
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You are at your two week checkup after having your baby and you are being asked, “have you bonded with your baby?” For some women it’s an easy yes and for others the answer might be more difficult to articulate. Today we are diving in deep about the ways you can bond with your baby and what to do if you think you have not bonded with them yet. Lear…
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The Long-Term Benefits of Reading to Your Baby
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Reading books to your baby can be great for bonding or setting the mood before bedtime. What types of books are best for babies? How should parents be reading? And what are some practical ways for making books part of your family's everyday routine? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Importance of Play: Infants Development and Milestones
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You are out of the newborn haze and are starting to feel more like yourself. You want to meet up with your girlfriends who have babies similar in age but are wondering how beneficial it is to have your babies hang out? Today we are diving more into baby milestones and how having baby playdates can be beneficial for your little one’s development! Le…
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