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This insightful curation takes a holistic approach when it comes to our kids’ well-being, no matter what age. These shows aim to help kids and families build positive habits for physical and emotional health, and they offer accessible tools to use in challenging moments. That said, while many of these podcasts can be helpful resources, they aren’t a replacement for professional mental health evaluation or treatment.

But Why is a show led by you, kids! You ask the questions, and we find the answers. It’s a big, interesting world out there. On But Why, we tackle topics large and small, about nature, words, and even the end of the world.

Chompers is a bite-sized, twice-daily podcast meant to encourage kids to brush their teeth for the full dentist-recommended two minutes. Each morning and night, kids can enjoy short quizzes, fun facts, stories, riddles, and jokes, all with gentle reminders to get the front, back, and tops of their teeth. There are even morning cliffhangers to encourage you to come back for your nighttime brush

We’re proud to present nine songs sung by Kittycat! These songs are fun to sing together as a family, and they’ll help your little one learn about their emotions.

Chaminou and his friends have great adventures! Listen to these pretty tales thanks to the narration of Fanny Lauzier.

Have you ever wondered what classic tales like Treasure Island would be like if set in modern times? Or how R.L. Stine’s goosebump-worthy stories could offer up more bizarre spooks and suspense? Maybe your kids have become attached to a character in a book and want to dive deeper into their story. Well, then, this list of book-inspired podcasts is just the ticket you need.

It’s important for kids to have role models and representations of people who look, act, and think like them. This list offers a wide range of podcasts that reflect the experiences, perspectives, and stories that make our world so diverse. They highlight Black characters and cultures, Latino stories and voices, different languages, religions, genders, and so much more. Kids and teens will love exploring stories they can relate to while also learning more about people and communities different from their own. Make sure your kids are seeing diversity in the TV shows they watch and the books they read, too.

Focus on bridging the gap between rigorous research and best practice relating to children’s mental health. We hold a body of knowledge and act as an information hub for sharing best practices to benefit all of those who work with children.

Two first-time dads – Daily Mirror journalists Richard Innes and Steve Myall – discuss the joys, challenges, and general lunacy of raising your first child and supporting a first-time mum.

Every parent wants what is best for their children — but in the age of the internet, it can be difficult to navigate what is fact-based or pure speculation. Cut through the noise with Kids Health Cast, featuring Weill Cornell Medicine’s expert physicians and researchers discussing a wide range of health topics, providing information on the latest medical science. Finally, a podcast to help you make informed choices for your family’s health and wellness.

Produced in conjunction with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and their consumer site, HealthyChildren.org, Healthy Children is hosted by our favorite Mom: Melanie Cole, MS. Join Melanie as she interviews expert pediatricians and discusses all aspects of your children’s health and well-being. From infants to teens, potty training to bullying, to prom safety – this is your ultimate audio parenting guide available.

HealthTalks by Stanford Medicine Children’s Health is a podcast series that answers parents’ most common questions about raising healthy and happy kids. Hear about useful health information, parenting tips, complex cases, and more from our pediatricians and specialists who are part of one of the few health care systems in the country exclusively dedicated to children and expectant mothers and ranked as one the top 10 children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

This podcast is a resource by The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, educating parents on common child health topics. The Kids Health Info podcast explores common topics and concerns with experts in children’s health. Your hosts Margie Danchin, Lexi Frydenberg, and Anthea Rhodes are all pediatricians and mums, so they know first-hand what keeps parents up at night. Every episode features guest experts in a range of child and adolescent health specialties, and lots of practical tips and advice.

Promote your family’s mental health and wellness from Where You Are to where you want to be. Through real stories, expertise, and practical tips, this podcast helps families promote their mental health and wellness, navigating important topics to meet you where you are in your journey.

Being a mom is hard—everybody knows that. But usually, we only hear about sleepless nights and diaper changes, not the profound identity shift that accompanies becoming a mother. Dr. Alexandra Sacks, a renowned reproductive psychiatrist, sits down with mothers and lets us listen to conversations that are hard to have outside of a therapist’s office. Each episode features a woman struggling with some problem or question—from career uncertainty to sex to ambivalence about even being a mother—and she and Dr. Sacks work it through together.

Another big milestone is right around the corner: your little one’s first day of school. In just a short time, they’ll discover a brand-new world as they start kindergarten. In this special edition podcast, you’ll find everything you need to tackle this important new chapter with confidence.

We support parents who are passionate about providing breast milk to their babies. Each week, a group of experienced moms openly discuss their success, their struggles, and society’s impact on how they feed their babies. The show helps guide listeners by providing an honest, natural, and judgment-free approach to breastfeeding, pumping, milk sharing, and more.

Cincinnati Children’s Young & Healthy features thoughts and perspectives from kid’s health experts, patients, families – and even kids! – on all things pediatric health. Join us for lively conversations about current health topics and issues that affect children today.

What To Expect podcast to help you navigate your entire journey, from conception to pregnancy, to the first years of parenting. Heidi and Emma break down your biggest questions, interview famous moms, and cover the issues you need to know about—from healthcare to childcare.