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Explore "parentingu" with insightful episodes like "Breastfeeding: What About Pumping?", "Breastfeeding 101", "Coping with the Disruption of COVID-19", "All About COVID-19" and "Screentime" from podcasts like ""ParentingU", "ParentingU", "ParentingU", "ParentingU" and "ParentingU"" and more!

Episodes (7)

Breastfeeding: What About Pumping?

In our last ParentingU episode, we talked about how breastfeeding is a journey. One of the stops on that journey is pumping breast milk. How does pumping fit in with the overall baby feeding plan? On this episode we speak to Dr. Gregory Gelpi, MD FAAP, an Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health pediatrician with special training in breastfeeding, and Becca Miller, SLP, a Certified Lactation Counselor, to get the scoop on what’s involved with pumping, how frequently and how long to pump, what to do with breast milk, and some helpful tips to make breast milk pumping approachable and comfortable.

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Breast Milk Storage Tips

A helpful guide for you about breast milk storage guidelines for healthy term babies.

We also have a blog post about returning to work as a breastfeeding mom here: Click to read the blog post.

At ParentingU, we believe a fed baby is best. This episode is geared towards moms who are choosing to breastfeed their baby. Whatever choice you make for your baby, we want to provide help and support for you along your parenting journey.

Some of the questions answered on the episode

Why do moms choose to pump breast milk?
Should I pump first or figure out how to get my baby to latch first?
Can I freeze breast milk? How about colostrum?
I’m not sure my milk has come in yet. What can I do?
Which pump should I get?
My boss said I can’t pump at work. Is that true? Can my healthcare professional help me?
How can I get connected to lactation counseling information?

We hope you enjoy the new season of ParentingU! You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website or on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. New! Watch videos of our podcast on YouTube: Click here.

enAugust 26, 2022

Breastfeeding 101

S3E1 Parenting is a journey, and breastfeeding a newborn baby is one possible step on that journey. Many new moms have lots of questions about breastfeeding, and first time Moms often need support and encouragement as they start to breastfeed their baby. On this episode we speak to Dr. Gregory Gelpi, MD FAAP, an Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health pediatrician with special training in breastfeeding, and Becca Miller, SLP, a Certified Lactation Counselor to answer the most common breastfeeding questions.

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Some of the questions answered on the episode

What are some of the benefits of breastfeeding?
Does breastfeeding hurt? What should I do if breastfeeding hurts?
Can my regular doctor answer my breastfeeding questions?
What are some of the common breastfeeding milestones? What happens the first day, the first week, and the first two weeks?
Barely anything is coming out of my breasts. Is this normal? Is my newborn baby getting enough?
What are some common positions to breastfeed?
Arrg! This is so frustrating! Who can I talk to right now about breastfeeding?
What can the baby’s dad do to help? What are some ways other family members can support me breastfeeding my baby?
How can I get connected to lactation counseling information?

enAugust 09, 2022

Coping with the Disruption of COVID-19

Bonus episode: From disrupted schedules to cancelled plans, the pandemic has put us all in a difficult position, and we each have all been affected in some way. Our kids might have thoughts, fears, and feelings (just like we do.) How can parents help kids cope? Dr. Choo (Dr. Thiravat Choojitarom) joins us on ParentingU and shares practical, age-appropriate suggestions for how to address concerns children may have and how healthy routines can be built into kids’ lives, especially as Summer begins.

Dr. Choo addresses the changing nature of the pandemic, and updates parents on some of the guidelines for maintaining good hygiene; keeping up with well-checks; Summer camp; and more.

This episode was recorded on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.

Mentioned on the show:

- Dr. Choo recommends some of the parenting resources on the American Academy of Pediatrics: https://healthychildren.org/

- Our Lady of the Lake offers video visits! Find telemedicine information here: https://ololrmc.com/patients-and-visitors/video-visits

- The Louisiana Department of Health and the Louisiana Department of Education have information for parents.

- Our Lady of the Lake has information and updates about the novel coronavirus and COVID-19.

- Summer camp info from the American Camp Association suggests best practices and guides for parents.

- Dr. Choo suggests Families Helping Families as a local resource for parents (especially families with a special needs child.) https://www.fhfgbr.org/

- The Centers for Disease Control continues to be a good resource for parents: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

We hope you find this Bonus episode of ParentingU informative and timely. You can hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website or on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts.

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

enMay 30, 2020

All About COVID-19

Bonus episode: Parents have a lot of concerns about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and what it means for keeping kids healthy. To bring you facts you can use, we sit down with Dr. Michael Bolton, of Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health Pediatric Infectious Disease division. Dr. Bolton shares practical tips for what parents can do now, where you can find up-to-date information, who is at most risk for COVID-19, and what to do if you are concerned you or your child is ill.

Dr. Bolton discusses practices we all can employ now (and at all times) to encourage health among all our family members. If you have a child that is anxious or overly concerned about the novel coronavirus, host Stephanie and Dr. Bolton talk about how to approach those conversations.

This episode was recorded on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.

Mentioned on the show:

- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has tips for talking about the novel coronavirus with children.

- Our Lady of the Lake has information and updates about the novel coronavirus and COVID-19.

- Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health has an infographic to help you know more about COVID-19.

Some of the questions answered in this episode:

Are children at risk for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)?
How can I talk to my child about the novel coronavirus without increasing anxiety?
What should I do if I think my child has the novel coronavirus?
What are illness prevention practices I can start using right away?
Should we cancel our family vacation because of COVID-19?
Does Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health offer telemedicine?
Where can I get accurate, up-to-date information about the novel coronavirus?

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

enMarch 13, 2020

Screentime

They are everywhere and available nearly any hour of the day or night. Devices and gadgets with screens are ubiquitous and the impact of screentime is now on the minds of lots of parents. Dr. Murli Rao, a pediatrician with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health and Jessica Brayden, LCSW talk about how to navigate our modern world that is full of screens in ways that promote health for children.

Some of the questions answered in this episode:

Is it okay for young children to look at screens?

What are some mistakes parents make with kids and screentime?

Does screentime impact child development?

Is screentime hurting interpersonal skills of teens?

Is the internet addictive?

What are the long-term effects of spending a lot of time on devices?

What are the benefits of using screen devices?

Does screentime help or hurt children’s mental health?

How can parents set healthy limits for screentime?

ParentingU is here to answer questions from families like you. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts. You can also hear all episodes of ParentingU on our website.

Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital is now open! Read all about our amazing opening and what the Our Lady of the Lake’s Children’s Hospital means for our community. Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

enNovember 21, 2019

Anxiety in Kids and Teens

Anxiety is something children can experience throughout their development, and parents are more aware of childhood anxiety than ever. Joseph Grizzaffi Jr., MD is our guest on ParentingU and shares how parents can help manage normal anxiety in children as well as what to do if anxiety becomes a problem.

Some of the questions answered on this episode:

- What is “normal” anxiety in children?
- Can infants feel anxiety?
- Where does anxiety come from?
- What are some tips for helping children and teens with anxiety?
- How can parents help manage anxiety in children?
- What are the differences between fears and anxiety?
- When should parents seek help for a child experiencing anxiety?

Learn more about Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health at our website: https://ololchildrens.org/ Find Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health on Facebook and Instagram.

enMarch 28, 2019

Picky Eaters

Mealtimes don't have to be a battle! Most parents face picky eaters from time to time. Aimee Ferrell, MD, and Melissa Gonzalez, PhD, join our host Stephanie to talk about the importance of children developing good eating habits early for a lifetime of health. From babies to toddlers and even to teenagers, parents can influence the choices their children make and ensure that they receive the proper nutrition needed for development.

Some of the questions answered in this episode: