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Esse Health Pediatric Housecalls

Searching for the answer to a question about your child? Look no further! Esse Health Pediatric Housecalls has the answers. Join us as our board certified pediatricians discuss important topics and answer everyday questions. For more information visit us online at www.essehealth.com.
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Nov 13, 2017

Sitting by a fire, hanging up holiday lights and lighting candles are all things we do during the holiday season. Dr. Pete Putnam of Esse Health Watson Road Pediatrics stopped by to share some safety tips to keep in mind during the holidays. We also cover how to keep your child safe if they have a food allergy. You can follow Dr. Putnam on Twitter @StLDrPete. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/essehealth and on Twitter @essehealth. You can also visit our website at www.essehealth.com. 

Oct 30, 2017

All too often we hear about teens and anxiety. Today we are joined by board certified pediatrician Dr. Pete Putnam. Join us as Dr. Putnam discusses the different types of anxiety and some of the treatment options available. You can follow Dr. Putnam on Twitter @StLDrPete. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/essehealth and on Twitter @essehealth.  You can also visit our website at www.essehealth.com.  

Oct 16, 2017

Why is Vitamin D so important? Today we are joined by board certified pediatrician Dr. Carolyn Smith with Esse Health Tesson Ferry Pediatrics. Join us as Dr. Smith discusses why Vitamin D is so important and the best ways to get Vitamin D. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/essehealth and on Twitter @essehealth. You can also follow Dr. Smith on Twitter @STLdrCarolyn. For more information about Esse Health please visit our website at www.essehealth.com.

Oct 2, 2017

Today we cover a more serious topic of what type of medical treatment is available for individuals who are transgender. We are joined by board certified pediatrician John Galgani. Dr. Galgani discusses the possible medical treatments, how gender dysphoria is diagnosed and how to give support to someone who is transgender. 

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Sep 18, 2017

The flu. It’s what we think about now that summer has ended and fall is around the corner. Today we are joined by board certified pediatrician Dr. Pete Putnam with Esse Health Watson Road Pediatrics. Join us as Dr. Putnam discusses the flu vaccine and when children can start receiving the vaccine. We also address the well-known myth "I got the flu vaccine and I still got sick." Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @essehealth. You can also follow Dr. Putnam on Twitter @StLDrPete.

Jul 17, 2017

With after school clubs, sports and different events it’s even harder to have a healthy meal at the dinner table. Today we are joined by registered dietitian Mindy Musselman with Esse Health. Mindy discusses tips on how to get a healthy dinner on the table when time is limited. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/esse health and on Twitter @essehealth. You can also visit our website www.essehealth.com.

Jul 3, 2017

We hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day but why? Today we are joined by registered dietitian Rachel Sestrich with Esse Health. Rachel discusses the benefits to eating breakfast and how breakfast can help your child be successful in school. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/essehealth and Twitter @essehealth.

May 1, 2017

Hydration, heat stress and water safety are all things a parent thinks about from time to time. Today we are joined by board certified pediatrician Karla Keaney with Esse Health Mason Road Pediatrics. Today Dr. Keaney discusses tips on keeping your kids hydrated and safe during the summer months. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @essehealth. You can also follow Dr. Keaney on Twitter @doctorkarla. 

 

 

Apr 10, 2017

How do I talk to my child about tragedy? It’s a question all parents are faced with at one point or another. Today we are joined by board certified pediatrician Pete Putnam with Esse Health Pediatrics at Watson Rd. Today Dr. Putnam discusses different ways to talk to your child about tragedies. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter @essehealth. You can also follow Dr. Putnam on Twitter @StLDrPete.

Apr 10, 2017

How do I talk to my child about tragedy? It’s a question all parents are faced with at one point or another. Today we are joined by board certified pediatrician Pete Putnam with Esse Health Pediatrics at Watson Rd. Today Dr. Putnam discusses different ways to talk to your child about tragedies. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter @essehealth. You can also follow Dr. Putnam on Twitter @StLDrPete.

Apr 10, 2017

How do I talk to my child about tragedy? It’s a question all parents are faced with at one point or another. Today we are joined by board certified pediatrician Pete Putnam with Esse Health Pediatrics at Watson Rd. Today Dr. Putnam discusses different ways to talk to your child about tragedies. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter @essehealth. You can also follow Dr. Putnam on Twitter @StLDrPete.

Mar 20, 2017

Is your child a vegetarian or on a gluten-free diet? Today we are joined by registered dietitian Rachel Sestrich with Esse Health. Rachel discusses vegetarian diets and if they are healthy for your child. She also talks about gluten-free and Paleo diets.

Mar 6, 2017

Wondering how to tell if your child is allergic to a specific type of food? Today we are joined by board certified allergist Dr. William Johnson with Esse Health Gateway Asthma and Allergy Relief. Dr. Johnson discusses the most common type of food allergies and the difference between food allergies versus food intolerance.

 

 

 

 

Feb 20, 2017

Wondering if you should keep your child home from school or daycare? Today we are joined by board certified pediatrician Dr. Michael Danter with Esse Health O'Fallon Pediatrics. Dr. Danter discusses when you should keep your child home from school or daycare along with tips on how to help prevent your child's illness from spreading.

Feb 6, 2017

Is your child a picky eater? Today we are joined by registered dietitian Rachel Sestrich with Esse Health. Rachel discusses what a picky eater is and tips to get your child to try new things.

Jan 16, 2017

Does your child suffer from Asthma?  Today we are joined by board certified pediatrician Dr. Peter Putnam with Esse Health Watson Road Pediatrics. Dr. Putnam discusses what can trigger asthma and the different medications which can help manage it.

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