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Kids Health Info

The Royal Children"s Hospital, Melbourne

Based on the hugely popular RCH Kids Health Info fact sheets, the Kids Health Info podcast explores common topics and concerns with experts in children"s health from The Royal Children"s Hospital, Melbourne. Kids Health Info is funded thanks to the support of The Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. To view the Kids Health Info fact sheets visit: www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/

kids & family parenting

All Episodes

24:10

Social media restrictions have arrived – now what?

Kids Health Info ·

2025/12/10

The social media delay is now in place and Australian teens aged under 16 will no longer be able to access some online platforms. But now what? How can parents support their teens through this transition and what else should they be doing to make sure their children can thrive in an increasingly online world? Host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Paul Clark, Executive Manager, Education Prevention and Communities at the eSafety Commission to discuss what parents need to know about these topics and

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19:45

Sun safety myths uncovered

Kids Health Info ·

2025/12/02

Sunscreen has been in the spotlight over the past few months, making it tough for parents to know what products they can trust to keep their kids safe.In this bonus episode of the Kids Health Info podcast, our host, Dr Anthea Rhodes, is joined by Dr Susan Robertson, Director of Dermatology at The Royal Children’s Hospital to unpack some of the mystery surrounding sun protection. Exploring ways to keep your family safe this summer, they unpack how you can check the sunscreen you have purchased and

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7:43

Thunderstorm asthma: why it happens and how to prepare

Kids Health Info ·

2025/11/30

Thunderstorms and asthma might seem like an unlikely pair — but for some children, stormy weather can trigger sudden and severe breathing problems. In this episode, host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Emergency Department specialist Dr Tristan Harding to unpack the phenomenon of thunderstorm asthma. They explain what it is, why it happens, which children are most at risk, and how parents can prepare during storm season. Whether your child has asthma, hay fever, or just gets a bit wheezy, this episode

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24:00

Rashes and reactions: When to worry

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2025/11/26

Rashes are a common concern for parents — but not all rashes are cause for alarm. In this episode, host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Emergency Department Dr Fiona Reilly to unpack the wide world of rashes in children. They explore what different rashes can mean, which ones are linked to infections, allergies or serious illness, and how to tell when a rash needs urgent medical attention. Whether it’s spots, bumps, blotches or hives, this episode helps parents feel more confident navigating the skin

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16:11

Bites, stings and what to do next

Kids Health Info ·

2025/11/18

From backyard bee stings to jellyfish encounters at the beach, bites and stings are a common reason kids end up in the Emergency Department. In this episode, host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Emergency Department doctor Tristan Harding to explore what parents need to know about bites and stings — including insect bites, spider bites, snake bites, and marine stingers like jellyfish. They discuss what’s mild, what’s serious, and what to do in the moment. Whether it’s swelling, pain, or a potential

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7:44

Thunderstorm asthma: why it happens and how to prepare

Kids Health Info ·

2025/11/10

Thunderstorms and asthma might seem like an unlikely pair — but for some children, stormy weather can trigger sudden and severe breathing problems. In this episode, host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Emergency Department specialist Dr Tristan Harding to unpack the phenomenon of thunderstorm asthma. They explain what it is, why it happens, which children are most at risk, and how parents can prepare during storm season. Whether your child has asthma, hay fever, or just gets a bit wheezy, this episode

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18:22

Medicine meltdowns: what can parents do?

Kids Health Info ·

2025/11/05

Giving medicine to children can be one of the most stressful parts of parenting — especially when they refuse, spit it out, or cry at the sight of a syringe. In this episode, host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Dr Amanda Stock from our Emergency Department to explore the common challenges parents face when giving medicine to kids. They share practical tips for making the process smoother and advice on how parents can feel in control of these situations. Whether it’s antibiotics, pain relief, or

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14:48

Penis pain in the Emergency Department

Kids Health Info ·

2025/10/27

Penis pain in children can be alarming for parents and confusing for kids — but not all causes are serious. In this episode, host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Emergency Department Doctor, Bec Hughes to unpack the common reasons children can present to the ED with pain in the penis.Unpacking the conditions and injuries that can lead families to head to the Emergency Department, they explore what to look out for and when to seek help. A must-listen for any parent wanting to feel more confident

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13:52

Bonus episode: Online health information – what can...

Kids Health Info ·

2025/08/12

When you search for health information online, how can you tell if it is true? When you see a post on social media, what signs should you look for to make sure the advice can be trusted? It’s not always easy to navigate online sources when you’re seeking support for your child’s health. Listen in for some simple tips you can follow to make sure you’re ready to spot mis- and disinformation when it appears.In this bonus episode of the Kids Health Info Podcast, your host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by

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16:34

Episode 7: Winter wellness: Gastro and why it peaks...

Kids Health Info ·

2025/05/06

Poos and spews. Voms and bombs. We all know the feeling of stress and discomfort when one of your children comes down with gastro. But how can you best look after your child and the whole family when gastro arrives in your home? Tune in for some tips on keeping up the fluids and how to stop the spread. Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Emergency Department Specialist at the RCH, Dr Tom Glover, to provide some helpful advice for getting through a bout of gastro in the household. This episode is part

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7:58

Episode 6: Winter wellness: What is hand, foot &...

Kids Health Info ·

2025/05/06

How can I identify hand, foot and mouth disease and if my child has it, will I catch it too? Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Director of General Medicine at the RCH, Dr Sarah McNab, to explain what hand, foot and mouth disease is and help you to understand how you can stop the spread in your household this winter. This episode is part six of our winter wellness season. Listen to the full season to prepare your family for the cooler months. Each episode contains useful tips about illnesses that

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6:38

Episode 5: Winter wellness: Croup and your children

Kids Health Info ·

2025/05/06

Croup can be scary and serious – can you recognise the signs, and would you know what to do if your child gets croup this winter? Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Emergency Department Specialist at the RCH, Dr Tristan Harding, to explain how you can spot the signs of croup in your child and what to do if they develop the distinctive barking-style cough or have difficulty breathing. This episode is part five of our winter wellness season. Listen to the full season to prepare your family for the

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9:51

Episode 4: Winter wellness: Whooping cough - keeping...

Kids Health Info ·

2025/04/08

Do you know what a ‘whoop’ sounds like? Could you tell if your child had whooping cough? Would you know how to stop it spreading through your household?Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Director of General Medicine at the RCH, Dr Sarah McNab to unpack the signs and symptoms of whooping cough in this episode of the Kids Health Info Podcast. This episode is part four of our winter wellness season. Listen to the full season to prepare your family for the cooler months. Each episode contains useful tips

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7:26

Episode 3: Winter wellness: Understanding RSV

Kids Health Info ·

2025/04/08

What is RSV and how concerned should you be about this virus? Who can have the new RSV immunisation this winter? In this episode of the Kids Health Info Podcast our host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by paediatrician and immunisation expert, Dr Margie Danchin to discuss what RSV is, what it looks like in children of different ages and how you can protect your family this winter. This episode is part three of our winter wellness season. Listen to the full season to prepare your family for the

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8:16

Episode 2: Winter wellness: Colds, flu and COVID –...

Kids Health Info ·

2025/04/08

When the sniffles, cough and fever arrive in your home this winter, rest assured you have the right information on hand to navigate what lies ahead. In this episode of the Kids Health Info podcast Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by paediatrician, Dr Margie Danchin to explore whether it’s important to know the difference between illnesses and whether COVID is really still around this winter. This episode is part two of our winter wellness season. Listen to the full season to prepare your family for

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8:21

Episode 1: Winter wellness: Staying well this winter

Kids Health Info ·

2025/04/08

Winter can be a tiring time of year and when multiple family members get sick at once, exhaustion levels can peak. While some illness is inevitable, especially when children are young and their immune systems are developing, there are steps you can take to prepare for the season ahead. In this episode of the Kids Health Info Podcast, your host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Infectious Disease Expert Dr Linny Phuong to discuss winter wellness for your family. This episode is part one of our

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16:54

Bonus episode: Car seat safety

Kids Health Info ·

2025/04/01

We know that parents want to keep their children as safe as they can at all times. But when it comes to traveling in the car, the law and the safety advice aren’t aligned, making it tough for parents to know what to do. In this bonus episode of the Kids Health Info Podcast, your host Dr Anthea Rhodes is joined by Trauma Specialist, Dr Warwick Teague, to discuss the choices that parents can make to keep their child safe in the car. The National Child Health Poll surveyed more than 1,600 Australian

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12:29

Bonus episode: Healthy sleep habits

Kids Health Info ·

2025/02/12

A healthy night’s sleep is key to a child’s overall health and wellbeing, but what can parents do to help make that happen? In this bonus episode of the Kids Health Info Podcast, your host Dr Anthea Rhodes, paediatrician and Director of the National Child Health Poll chats to Dr Moya Vandeleur, respiratory and sleep paediatrician. Dr Moya offers advice for parents on how to create healthy sleep habits in their homes and delves into some of the findings from the Royal Children’s Hospital National

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11:02

Pain and pain relief

Kids Health Info ·

2022/12/14

Finding the cause of pain in children and what to do about it can be one of the trickiest things for parents to manage. In this episode, Anthea is joined by Dr Nadine Sharples from the Emergency Department at The Royal Children's Hospital to share lots of practical advice on pain and pain relief in kids.For more information RCH Kids Health Info fact sheet - pain relief for children Victorian Poisons Information Centre RCH Kids Health Info Podcast - Head injuries RCH Kids Health Info Podcast -

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11:40

Hand, foot and mouth disease

Kids Health Info ·

2022/12/06

Hand, foot and mouth disease is one of those things that seems to always be "going around". In fact, it's one of our most asked about topics. In this episode, Lexi speaks with Dr Gabrielle Haeusler, an infectious diseases specialist, to understand the signs of HFMD and discuss some prevention and treatment strategies. Click here to read our RCH Kids Health Info fact sheet on Hand, foot and mouth disease.

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