The Simply Pediatrics Podcast

Breastfeeding and Pumping

In this episode, Jennie addresses the mixed messages around breastfeeding and pumping and shares her insight on the topic from her personal and professional experience. ____________________________________________________
 
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Breastfeeding Information https://lllusa.org/bfinfo/
 
Stimulation: The Key to Milk Supply https://haakaausa.com/blogs/everything-about-the-4th-trimester/stimulationthekeytomilksupply
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Ticks

In this episode, Jennie shares important details about Ticks, how to avoid them and what to do if you find one on you or your child. Invaluable information and resources for anyone who is out in nature.
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Laboratory Tick Testing https://www.ticknology.org/
TickSpotters - Know Your Tick, Know Your Risk https://web.uri.edu/tickencounter/tickspotters/
What to Do After a Tick Bite https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/after-a-tick-bite/index.html
Tick Bite and Lyme Disease Treatment https://www.ynhhs.org/urgent-care/services/tick-and-lyme-disease
Lyme Disease Prevention Tips & What To Do After a Tick Bite https://www.hopkinslyme.org/lyme-education/lyme-disease-prevention-tips
Tick-Borne Diseases in the New York Area: What You Need to Know https://simplypediatrics.com/tick-borne-diseases-in-ny-area/
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Fever

In today's episode, Jennie gives parents reassuring and invaluable advice about navigating fevers in children. ______________________________________________________
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What is a fever? https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=fever-in-children-90-P02512
Physiology, Fever https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK562334/
The Association Between Paracetamol Use and the Risk of Asthma, Rhinitis and Eczema in the Polish Population https://www.aaem.pl/pdf-86336-29043?filename=The%20association%20between.pdf
The Association of Acetaminophen and Asthma Prevalence and Severity https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22065272/
Association Between Paracetamol Use in Infancy and Childhood, and Risk of Asthma, Rhinoconjunctivitis, and Eczema in Children aged 6–7 years https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0140673608614452
Fever in Children: Learn More – What are Febrile Seizures? https://tinyurl.com/4kh2j6rp
Association between paracetamol use in infancy and childhood, and risk of asthma, rhinoconjunctivitis, and eczema in children aged 6–7 years https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0140673608614452
Prenatal Paracetamol Exposure and Risk of Asthma and Elevated Immunoglobulin E in Childhood https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1365-2222.2005.02151.x
The Association of Acetaminophen and Asthma Prevalence and Severity https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22065272/
Oxidative Stress and Immune System Dysfunction in Autism Spectrum Disorders https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32384730/
Asthma and Paracetamol: Could We Really Know What Happens Between Them? https://www.elsevier.es/en-revista-allergologia-et-immunopathologia-105-articulo-asthma-paracetamol-could-we-really-S0301054612002923
The Basic Immunology of Asthma https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33711259/
Paracetamol (Tylenol/Acetaminophen) Use and the Risk of Wheezing and Eczema in Children: https://simplypediatrics.com/paracetamol-risk-wheezing-eczema/
How to Take a Child's Temperature: https://simplypediatrics.com/how-to-take-child-temperature/
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Swaddling

In today’s episode, Jennie shares her thoughts on the risks of swaddling your baby.
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Swaddling May Be Linked to SIDS, New Research Analysis Suggests https://time.com/4323042/swaddling-sids-sudden-infant-death/
 
Safety Concerns Arise Over Weighted Baby Sleeping Products After Commission's Warning
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/safety-concerns-arise-over-weighted-baby-sleeping-products-after-cpsc-warning/
 
Swaddling Risks You Need to Know
https://simplypediatrics.com/swaddling-risks-you-need-to-know/
 
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Jaundice

In today's episode, Jennie talks about jaundice, what it is, how to prevent it and what to do if your newborn shows signs of having it.
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Links for this week’s episode:
https://llli.org/breastfeeding-info/jaundice/?utm
 
https://tinyurl.com/4us4u7a9
 
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22263-jaundice-in-newborns?utm
 
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Ear Infections Part 2

In today's episode, Jennie shares more important information about ear infections, or inflammations, and how to prevent them.
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Links for this week’s episode:
https://www.chop.edu/conditions-diseases/otitis-media-effusion-ome
https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/-/media/nch/family-resources/helping-hands/documents/hhi54.pdf (click to download this PDF)
https://www.verywellhealth.com/eardrum-anatomy-5089293?utm
https://www.chop.edu/conditions-diseases/ear-tubes?utm
 
https://hhc.alpacaaudiology.com/blog/home-remedies-for-ear-infections/?utm
https://www.healthline.com/health/11-effective-earache-remedies?utm
Simply Pediatrics Podcast on Milk: https://tinyurl.com/4e9a5kvu
Simply Pediatrics Podcast on Ear Infections Part 1: https://tinyurl.com/2s3vx5vd
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Milk!

Today, Jennie talks about one of her favorite topics...MILK...and why she does not recommend it for children. 
 
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Link to article:Cow's milk allergy is associated with recurrent otitis media during childhoodhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10728925/
 
Book recommendation: 'Devil in the Milk' by Keith Woodford
CALCIUM-RICH NON-DAIRY FOODSLeafy Greens (Cooked, per cup):Collard Greens: 268 mgKale: 177 mgBok Choy: 158 mgSpinach: 245 mgTurnip Greens: 197 mg
 
Fortified Foods:Plant Milks (soy, almond, oat): 300–500 mg/cupOrange Juice: 350 mg/cupTofu (calcium-set): 200–800 mg/½ cupFortified Cereals: Up to 1,000 mg/cup
 
Fish with Edible Bones (per 3 oz):Sardines: 325 mgSalmon: 180–210 mg
 
Seeds & Nuts:Sesame Seeds: 280 mg/ozChia Seeds: 179 mg/ozAlmonds: 76 mg/ozTahini: 130 mg/2 tbsp
 
Beans & Legumes (Cooked):White Beans: 175 mg/cupChickpeas: 80 mg/cupEdamame: 98 mg/½ cupBlack-Eyed Peas: 211 mg/cup
 
Vegetables & Fruits:Okra (cooked): 123 mg/cupBroccoli (cooked): 62 mg/cupOranges: 60 mg/fruitDried Figs: 121 mg/½ cup
 
Grains & Pseudocereals (Cooked):Amaranth: 116 mg/cupTeff: 123 mg/cupRagi (Finger Millet): 344 mg/cup
 
Other Sources:Tempeh: 111 mg/½ cupSeaweed (e.g., Wakame): 150 mg/100gBlackstrap Molasses: 400 mg/2 tbsp
 
Child-Friendly Calcium Boosters:Smoothies: Spinach + chiaHummus: Tahini-based dipTrail Mix: Almonds, figs, sesame snapsTofu
 
Key Notes:Daily Needs:1–3 yrs: 700 mg 4–8 yrs: 1,000 mg Teens: 1,300 mgBioavailability: Vitamin D + C improve calcium absorptionPhysical Activity: Essential for bone health
 
Important Note: Strong bones don’t require dairy—focus on whole, plant-based foods, vitamin D, and active lifestyles. Consult a pediatric dietitian for personalized advice.
 
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First Foods

Today, Jennie guides parents about first foods - how, when, and what to introduce to your baby.
 
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Ear Infections Part 1 - The Simply Pediatrics Podcast

In today's episode, Jennie Zethner, Holistic Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, shares valuable information about navigating childhood ear infections.
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Links for this week’s episode:
 
Cow's Milk Allergy is Associated with Recurrent Otitis Media During Childhood
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10728925/
 
The Role of Food Allergy in Otolaryngology Disorders
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20168232/
 
Ear Infection: A Retrospective Study Examining Improvement from Chiropractic Care and Analyzing for Influencing Factors
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8728460/
 
Rethinking Our Approach to Management of Acute Otitis Media
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10119915/
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First Week Home - The Simply Pediatrics Podcast

First Week Home: In today's episode, Jennie Zethner, Holistic Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, shares valuable information to help support families in their first week home with their newborn.
 
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A Chinese Medicine Approach to Food
https://mydaolabs.com/blogs/the-way/heat-up-your-digestive-fire-and-balance-your-health
 
Swaddling Risks You Need to Know
https://simplypediatrics.com/swaddling-risks-you-need-to-know/
 
Naptime in Nature - Exploring the Scandinavian Tradition of Babies Sleeping Outdoors
https://www.bebeaulait.com/blogs/breastfeeding-and-parenting/naptime-in-nature-exploring-the-scandinavian-tradition-of-babies-sleeping-outdoors
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