The Children's Wellness Spot
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the information about kids' health and parenting out there? Are you unsure what to make of some of the conflicting ideas? Are you eager to transcend the noise and uncover reliable parenting and kids' health guidance from a specialist who goes beyond social media, friends, and neighbors? Are you seeking stress-free parenting and improved children's mental health and parenting confidence? Are you concerned about kids' nutrition, learning disabilities, respiratory diseases, technology use, and other issues?
Grab a cup of coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and settle in for an uplifting conversation with Dr. Bande Virgil, also known as Dr. V, a board-certified pediatrician and parent, as she shares valuable insights on kids' health, teens' well-being, and ways to nurture your family. She will guide you through the noise, empower your parenting confidence, and provide knowledge on common illnesses and challenges children and teens face with each easy-to-follow episode.
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Let’s Talk: Easing Extreme Weather Anxiety in Kids
The news frequently highlights extreme weather events. In response to the recent devastating tornados in the South and Midwest, Dr. Virgil examines the effects of extreme weather on children in this episode. Parents are seeking advice on alleviating their children's storm-related fears. What strategies can you employ to help your child feel more secure during storms? Engage in this empowering conversation over a cup of coffee or tea and let’s chat!
If storms have affected your family, don't forget to get help for your child.
This data from JAMA on youth after experiencing Hurricane Maria is eye opening!
Youth reported high levels of post-traumatic stress disorder and symptoms of depression after Hurricane Maria. A survey of more than 90,000 students found that over 80% saw houses damaged, over 45% experienced damage to their own homes, nearly 30% thought their lives were at risk, and over 15% had no electricity for five to nine months after the hurricane. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2731679
Stormy anxiety symptoms that are concerning that your child should receive help for:
https://www.childrens.com/health-wellness/how-to-help-your-child-with-storm-anxiety
-Changes in sleep habits
-Nightmares
-Bedwetting or toilet accidents
-Irritability and difficulty concentrating
-Unexplained physical complaints such as headaches and stomach aches
-Refusal to leave home or to separate for any length of time from you due to storm anxiety
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