Ten Kids Two Docs

The Family Care Plan - Back to the Basics for Healthy Child Development: Episode 98 S3E11In this episode of Ten Kids Two Docs, hosts Dr. Sylvia Bank and Dr. Vivian Carlin welcome retired pediatrician Dr James Lee to discuss the “family care plan” - a practical circular framework he designed to help parents build strong, supportive, and predictable environments for their children.  Throughout the conversation, Dr Lee and the hosts unpack the plan’s six core pillars: Fostering self-regulation, prioritizing dedicated play and movement, sharing family reading time, maintaining daily routines around sleep and meals, and spending time connecting to nature.  Emphasizing that basic parenting habits form the bedrock of healthy child development, Dr Lee offers insights to return to the basics whenever parenting feels overwhelming.Resources:Children and Nature Network https://www.childrenandnature.org/The Power of Play:  How Fun and Games Help Children Thrive https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/power-of-play/Pages/the-power-of-play-how-fun-and-games-help-children-thrive.aspx EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDSpecial Guest - Dr James Lee, MDVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected] 00:00 Introduction & Meet Dr. James Lee00:34 The Family Care Plan: A Simple Framework for Raising Healthy Kids02:22 Why Play Is Essential for Child Development04:51 Reading Together Builds Connection, Language & Executive Function07:59 Healthy Nutrition & the Power of Family Mealtimes11:03 Sleep, Routines & Setting Kids Up for Success14:15 Teaching Self-Regulation & Understanding Children's Behavior17:06 Why Nature Is One of the Best Things for Your Family

Hot Topics in Pediatrics: Social Media, Gene Therapy and Football Episode 97 S3E10In this episode of Ten Kids Two Docs, Dr Vivian Carlin and Dr Sylvia Bank dive into the latest hot topics in pediatrics, from Meta’s settlement and new social-media protections for teens to exciting advances in gene therapy for pediatric metabolic disorders and personalized mRNA cancer vaccines. They also revisit the conversation around football and brain health following new research on CTE in former NFL players, while emphasizing the distinction between professional and youth football. Finally, they explore the challenging balance between protecting children and giving them opportunities to take “survivable risks,” build independence, and learn to navigate the world on their own.Resources:Ortutay, B., Chan, K., & Huamani, K. (2026). Meta reaches landmark $18 billion settlement with states in trial over teen social media addiction. AP News. https://apnews.com/article/meta-trial-instagram-settlement-97d342f2a33d835eda2356c5e1af9e37FDA approves first therapy for patients aged 8 years and older with glycogen storage disease type Ia. https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-first-therapy-patients-aged-8-years-and-older-glycogen-storage-disease-type-ia. Published Aug. 19, 2026. Accessed Aug. 20, 2026Fieldhouse, R., & Basu, M. (2026, August 20). Moderna cancer vaccine stops melanoma returning: What’s next for personalized treatments? Nature, 657, 16–17. https://doi.org/10.1038/d41586-026-02612-3Daneshvar, D. H. et al. (2026). Prevalence of chronic traumatic encephalopathy at death in National Football League players: Retrospective population based cohort study, 2008–21. BMJ, 394, e100418. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj-2026-100418Frisch, Ian. "Should Letting Children Play Alone Outside Be a Crime?" The New York Times, August 2026. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/11/well/family/children-safety-independence-laws.htmlEPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected]:35  Hot Topics in Pediatrics: Social Media & Teen Mental Health02:35 New Social Media Limits for Teens08:08  Gene Therapy for Inherited Metabolic Disease12:29  The Future of Personalized mRNA Cancer Vaccines14:01  Football, CTE & Brain Health18:01  Parenting & the Importance of “Survivable Risks”21:13  Wrap-Up: Hot Topics in Pediatrics

Febrile Seizures: A Calm Clear Guide - Episode 96 S3E9When a child suddenly has a seizure, it can be one of the most frightening moments a parent will ever experience. In this episode of Ten Kids, Two Docs, Dr. Sylvia Bank and Dr. Vivian Carlin break down febrile seizures—what they are, why they happen, what parents should do in the moment, and why they are usually much less dangerous than they look.They explain how common febrile seizures are, which ages they typically affect, why they aren't simply caused by a fever getting “too high,” and why aggressively treating every fever does not prevent them. Dr. Vivian also shares the personal stories of her child's febrile seizures.EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected]:00 Introduction00:33 Understanding Febrile Seizures01:54 What Is a Febrile Seizure04:03 Vivian’s Experience With Febrile Seizures08:23 A Second Febrile Seizure11:17 Fever, Causes, and Prevention14:26 What to Do During a Seizure17:05 Long Term Outlook and Epilepsy Risk

Demystifying Pediatric Fever: When to Treat, When to Wait, and How to Safely Choose Medication Episode 95 S3E8In this episode of Ten Kids Two Docs, hosts Dr. Sylvia Bank and Dr. Vivian Carlin are joined by pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Lori Handy from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to demystify childhood fevers. The pediatricians share personal and stressful parenting stories and their medical perspective. The discussion covers practical advice for parents, including how to choose and use different types of thermometers, when and how to treat fever, and why a fever can actually benefit a sick child. Finally, they highlight key warning signs that warrant a call to the pediatrician while providing trusted resources.Resources:Treating a fever: What to consider – Healthy at Home with Dr. Handy | CHOPhttps://youtu.be/7D9_4Ab58Mo?si=H1QQEZjdd4nZL9FOHealthy at Home with Dr Handyhttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUv9oht3hC6RPYvvs_3AnMVdiQ-3vEeC2&si=hn7bc3TBXPIbh98aAcetaminophen Dosing Tables for Fever and Pain in Childrenhttps://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/medication-safety/Pages/Acetaminophen-for-Fever-and-Pain.aspxIbuprofen Dosing Tables for Fever and Pain in Childrenhttps://www.healthychildren.org/english/safety-prevention/at-home/medication-safety/pages/ibuprofen-for-fever-and-pain.aspxFever Without Fear: Information for Parentshttps://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/fever/Pages/Fever-Without-Fear.aspxEPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDSpecial Guest - Dr Lori Handy, MD, MSCEVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected] 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Fever02:12 Real-World Parenting Stories: Navigating Fever05:45 What is a Fever? Definitions and Thresholds07:35 Choosing and Using the Right Thermometer09:08 The Biological Benefits of Fever11:09 How and When to Treat Fever with Medication

The Colic Survival Guide: Feeding, Soothing and Staying Sane - Episode 94 S3E7If you have a baby with colic, you already know how exhausting and overwhelming the constant crying can be. In this episode of Ten Kids Two Docs, Dr. Sylvia Bank and Dr. Vivian Carlin break down what colic actually is, what parents can try at home, which commonly recommended remedies don't have strong evidence behind them, and—perhaps most importantly—how parents can make it through this incredibly difficult season.Resources:Crying and Colic https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/crying-colic/Pages/default.aspxColic Relief Tips for Parents https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/crying-colic/Pages/Colic.aspxHow to Calm a Fussy Baby: Tips for Parents and Caregivershttps://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/crying-colic/Pages/Calming-A-Fussy-Baby.aspxEPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected] 00:00 What Is Colic?02:15 How to Approach a Colicky Baby02:50 Feeding and Maternal Diet06:20 Formula Options and Probiotics08:33 Movement, Sound, and Soothing11:05 Pacifiers, Swaddling, and Safe Sleep12:20 Treatments That May Not Help14:30 Surviving the Season of Colic

Infant Colic: When Your Baby Won’t Stop Crying - Episode 93 S3E6In this episode of Ten Kids Two Docs, Dr. Sylvia Bank and Dr. Vivian Carlin explain what infant colic is, when it typically starts, and how long it lasts.  They take a candid look at colic through the lived experience of parenting a baby who cries inconsolably for hours.Resources:Crying and Colic https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/crying-colic/Pages/default.aspxEPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected] 00:00 Welcome to Ten Kids Two Docs00:34 What Is Infant Colic01:03 The Medical Definition of Colic03:03 Living With a Colicky Baby06:05 What Colic Crying Sounds Like08:54 When Crying Could Signal Illness13:03 When Parents Feel Overwhelmed15:09 The Importance of Taking a Break18:51 Colic Does Not Predict Future Sleep Problems

Suicide Prevention: A Pediatrician's Guide to Building Resilience Episode 92 S3E5In episode, pediatricians Dr. Vivian Carlin and Dr. Sylvia Bank focus on proactive suicide prevention and building mental health resilience in youth. Navigating a sobering reality—where suicide is the second leading cause of death among preteens and teens—the hosts unpack critical warning signs, the realities of universal screening in pediatric offices, and environmental risk factors like chronic stress and bullying. Moving beyond the statistics, they share practical advice for parenting with a "mental health wellness" mindset from an early age, emphasizing the power of parental acceptance, open communication, and fostering a strong sense of individual identity. Finally, they cover essential home safety measures, such as locking away firearms and safely disposing of medications, while reminding listeners of the immediate accessibility of the nationwide 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.Resources:Suicide:  Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention https://www.aap.org/suicidepreventionTeens and Suicide: What Parents Should Know https://afsp.org/teens-and-suicide-what-parents-should-know/EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected] 00:00 Introduction and scope of issue05:59 Identifying Warning Signs & Environmental Risk Factors09:08 Preventative Parenting & Building Resilience10:10 Recognizing and Celebrating Your Child's Unique Strengths11:25 Teaching Kids to Identify and Register Their Emotions11:43 The Power of Parental Acceptance vs. Frustration13:20 Strengthening Identity, Faith, and a Sense of Belonging14:55 Starting Deeper Conversations and Open Communication Without Judgment18:32 Means Prevention: Securing Firearms, Medications, and Substances20:42 Utilizing the 988 Lifeline & Taking Care of Parental Mental Health

Toddler Girl Vaginitis - When It’s Irritated “Down There” Episode 91 S3E4Our hosts discuss a very common problem with toddler girls - Vaginal irritation or vaginitis.  We review what it may look like and how you can prevent it at home.Resources:Vulvovaginitis in Children & Teens https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/skin/Pages/vulvovaginitis-in-children-and-teens.aspxEPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected] 00:00 Introduction01:03 How Vaginitis Presents02:19 What is Vaginitis?03:30 Common Culprits07:10 At-Home Remedies12:15 When to See the Pediatrician14:35 Recurring Issues and Safety Conversations15:31 Conclusion

Should Your Child Play Football? Tackling the Pros and Cons - Episode 90 S3E3In this episode of Ten Kids Two Docs, pediatricians and co-hosts Dr. Sylvia Bank and Dr. Vivian Carlin are joined by guest Dr. Jendi Haug—a pediatric ER doctor, high school football coach's wife, and mom to two football players—to tackle the complex decision of whether children should play football. The doctors weigh the powerful benefits of the sport, including strong community engagement, discipline, selflessness, and screen-free physical activity, against its significant risks, most notably concussions, physical injuries, and mental health pressures like eating disorders. Ultimately, the hosts provide an honest, multifactorial framework to help parents evaluate their child's personality, physical readiness, and family boundaries to make the best, guilt-free decision possible.Resources:Halstead, M. E., McAvoy, K., Devore, C. D., Carl, R., Lee, M., Logan, K., Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness, & Council on School Health. (2013). Returning to learning following a concussion. Pediatrics, 132(5), 948–957. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2013-2867After a Concussion: When to return to School https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/sports-injuries/Pages/After-a-Concussion-When-to-Return-to-School.aspxSports Related Concussion:  Understanding Risks, Symptoms, and Recoveryhttps://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/sports-injuries/Pages/Sports-Related-Concussion-Understanding-the-Risks-Signs-Symptoms.aspxBrenner, J. S. et al (2015). Tackling in youth football. Pediatrics, 136(5), e1419–e1430. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2015-3282Musinski, R. (2015, October 25). Zero tolerance for improper, illegal tackling in youth football: AAP. AAP News. https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/15053/Zero-tolerance-for-improper-illegal-tackling-inAmerican College of Sports Medicine, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, American Academy of Pediatrics, & Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine. (2026). The adolescent athlete and the team physician: A consensus statement: 2025 update. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, 58(2), 371–402. https://doi.org/10.1249/MSS.0000000000003863Kerr, Z. Y. et al (2022). Head games: A systematic review and meta-analysis examining concussion and head impact incidence rates, modifiable risk factors, and prevention strategies in youth tackle football. Sports Medicine, 52(6), 1259–1272. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-021-01609-4EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDSpecial Guest - Dr Jendi Haug, MDVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected] 00:00 Welcome to Ten Kids Two Docs00:33 Should Your Child Play Football?02:05 Starting Football and Choosing the Right Age04:09 The Community and Life Lessons of Football08:44 The Risks and Realities of Football Injuries14:39 Concussions, Prevention and Safer Play19:01 Preseason Physicals and Football Safety Guidelines21:23 The Takeaway: Making the Right Decision for Your Child

Vaccines, Politics & Parents: Making Sense of the New MMR Executive Order Episode 89 S3E2In this episode of Ten Kids Two Docs, pediatricians and moms Dr. Vivian Carlin and Dr. Sylvia Bank discuss the August 10, 2026 executive order concerning childhood vaccines—and what it means from the perspective of physicians who care for children and parents who make vaccine decisions every day.They unpack several claims made about the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, including the proposal to separate the combined vaccine into three individual shots. They also discuss vaccine volume, safety, the practical consequences of requiring additional doctor visits, comparisons between U.S. and European vaccination schedules, and claims about a connection between MMR vaccination and autism.Resources:Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Vaccine Education Center https://www.chop.edu/vaccine-education-centerOffit, P. A. (2020). Overkill: When modern medicine goes too far. HarperCollins.White House — Executive Order 14420: “Delivering Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations for Americans https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2026/08/delivering-gold-standard-childhood-vaccine-recommendations-for-americans/?utm_source=chatgpt.comhttps://www.whitehouse.gov/videos/gold-standard-childhood-vaccine-recommendations-%f0%9f%87%ba%f0%9f%87%b8/https://www.whitehouse.gov/videos/president-trump-signs-an-executive-order-aug-10-2026/EPISODE CREDITS: Hosts - Sylvia Bank, MD and Vivian Carlin, MDVisit our webpage https://tenkidstwodocs.com Follow our show on TikTok/Facebook/Instagram/Youtube @TenKidsTwoDocs, and share your thoughts with us by emailing [email protected] 00:00 Welcome to Ten Kids Two Docs02:27 What the New Vaccine Executive Order Says05:15 How Much Liquid Is Actually in the MMR Vaccine?07:19 Is the MMR Vaccine “Lethal”?11:06 Does the New Policy Really Align With Europe?16:04 The Real-World Risks of Splitting Up the MMR Vaccine18:42 MMR, Autism & What the Evidence Shows24:01 Reliable Vaccine Information & Final Thoughts