Two Paeds in a Podcast
Welcome to Two Paeds in a Podcast where we talk newborn and child health, illness and everything between
An Introduction
In this episode we talk about who we are, where we've come from, why we started this podcast and an overview of what we will be covering going ahead
Season 1 Special 2: RSV and Bronchiolitis
Following a prolonged delay in releasing new episodes, we thought it would be beneficial to first chat about RSV Season and the disease that it causes - Bronchiolitis. We feel you will benefit greatly from taking the time to listen to this episode. Please don't forget to subscribe to our…
Season 1 Special 1: Covid and Covid Vaccination in Children
We really did try get this episode out earlier but unfortunately #covid intervened and we were delayed. Listen in to find out why. That said, in this special episode we chat about Covid in Children as well as a brief overview of vaccination in children. Thank you to all who…
S01E01 - Fevers 101
In this episode we talk about normal temperatures and when a temperature is considered a fever and we briefly cover different methods of measuring a temperature. We also chat about the expected symptoms of a fever and, more importantly, when to be concerned about a fever - i.e. Warning Signs…
S01E02 - Why does my child have a fever?
In this episode we demystify where and how fevers come about, and discuss common causes of fever. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, subscribe to our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and share this Podcast with those who may benefit from it
S01E03 - Fevers and how to measure a temperature
In this episode we chat about how and where to correctly take a temperature and the ranges to accept based on which part of the body the temperature is taken. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, subscribe to our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a…
S01E04 - Treating Fevers and the Concerning Fever
In the fourth part of our fevers series we cover non-medical ways of reducing a fever, medication that can be used and add a bit of our personal experience regarding treatment of fevers in children. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, subscribe to our Facebook…
S01E05 - When fever causes fits (Febrile convulsions)
In this episode we chat about fever fits / febrile convulsions, talk about our own experiences and cover important things you need to look out for to assist if this should ever happen to your child. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, leave us a…
S01E06 - Runny noses 101
In this Podcast we chat about normal sinus function as it relates to children, why our nose gets runny and an overview of the expected duration of runny noses and how to clean it properly. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, leave us a message…
S01E07 - Why is my child's nose running?
In this week's episode we talk symptoms (runny nose, sneezing, coughing), expected course and a basic overview of managing runny noses. We also chat about 'Flu, antibiotics, postnasal drip and the infection "going to the chest". Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us…
S01E08 - Treatment of runny noses in children
In this slightly longer podcast we chat about non-medication methods of dealing with runny noses and medication you can consider using, if necessary. We chat how to get kiddies to blow their noses, humidifiers, decongestants and a lot more. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za,…
S01E09 - The concerning runny nose
In this episode we chat about when the runny nose starts to be a concern - fever, pain, ears, snoring, breathing and coughing. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and…
S01E10 - All about sneezing
In this podcast we chat about sneezing - causes, treatment and warning signs - all in one! Hope you enjoy the listen. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds in a Podcast) and…
S01E11 - Coughing 101
In this episode we take a stroll through coughing, chatting about why, how, when, and what sounds to be expecting in different illnesses and how to identify them. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page…
S01E12 - Causes of Coughing
In this episode we explain the common causes of coughing and touch on a few basic concepts to bear in mind when your child is coughing. By the end, you should be more comfortable knowing when a cough is normal and when it is not. Please don't forget to subscribe…
S01E13 - Treatment of Coughing in Children
In this episode we chat about the treatment of coughing - non-medication and medication, equipment (humidifiers and nebulisers) and where we use specific treatments and why. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review on our Facebook page (Two Paeds…
S01E14 - The Concerning Cough
Ever been concerned about when to be concerned about a cough? We chat about when coughing is potentially a problem and give you guidelines on when your child needs to be seen. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list at www.care4kids.co.za, like, leave us a message or review…
S01E15 - Why is my child always sick - AKA Crèche syndrome
In this episode we talk about the 'normal' regularly sick child, those that are in Crèche (Crèche syndrome) or exposed to others in Crèche (Crèche syndrome by proxy). We chat frequency, concerns and what to expect when your child starts Crèche. Please don't forget to subscribe to our mailing list…
S01E16 - Snoring in children
Why is your child snoring? Is it normal? Does my child need surgery? We address all these questions and discuss the reasons behind medical and surgical management of snoring in children. Thank you to all who have signed up to listen or joined us on Facebook :) If you have…
S01E17 - Diarrhoea: An Introduction
In this episode we chat about the outs and outs of diarrhoea - what normal stooling is, at what point we diagnose diarrhoea - frequency, duration, etc. - and briefly discuss the causes. Next week we will chat in more depth about the causes of diarrhoea in children Thank you…