Crib Notes (Rick Kelsey and Dr. Sarah Blackstock)

Rick and Dr. Sarah talk though what happens in the first few hours of your baby's life. From what goes on at the hospital to when you can take your baby home. Midwife Kirsty Howe, who's worked around the world delivering babies joins us on Crib Notes.

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Please remember the discussion in this episode is not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child please do seek professional medical advice.

The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded in 2019 before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations.

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All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

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responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

Rick and Dr. Sarah talk through what happens in the first 24 hours of your baby's life, and when you can take your baby home. Midwife Kirsty Howe, who's worked around the world delivering babies, joins us again on Crib Notes.

This episode is Powered by The Breast Feeding Friend.

In this episode we talk about feeding, cord care, the newborn examination and newborn weight loss. We also discuss dressing your baby and postnatal care for mum.

Please remember the discussion in this episode is not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child please do seek professional medical advice. 

The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

New mum and Paediatrician Dr Sarah with new dad and broadcaster Rick Kelsey are today joined by Professor Helen Bedford to find out how and when you should vaccinate your baby.

This information was correct at the time of recording. Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. For further useful information about vaccines Professor Helen Bedford advises looking at this website: vk.ovg.ox.ac.uk/vk/

During the current Coronavirus pandemic is it as important as ever to ensure your child is up to date with their vaccinations. The routine childhood immunisation programme is happening as usual therefore do book your appointment through your local healthcare provider.

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Please note the discussion in this podcast is for your information, not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child's health please seek medical attention. The opinions voiced are those of the individuals not of the organisations they work for.

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Disclaimer:
All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice.  Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. 

If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited)  is not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law. 

Rick and Dr. Sarah talk though the concerns parents have over Coronavirus (Covid-19) in children in an extra episode of Crib Notes. They discuss keeping your children healthy, the signs of Coronavirus and the importance of social distancing.

This episode was recorded in early March. Some information has become out of date as evidence, knowledge of the disease and guidelines have evolved. Please keep up to date with the NHS website. https://www.nhs.uk/

Please remember the discussion in this episode is not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child please do seek professional medical attention. This episode discusses Coronavirus, not fever in general, and remember that for any child under 3 months with fever you must seek medical attention. The information discussed is the opinions of individuals and not the organisations they work for.

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Some useful links for parents with supportive information:

For Kids and Teens

 

 

Free online activities for children at home from school:

 

 

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All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

Dr Sarah and Rick are joined by breastfeeding consultant Geraldine Miskin. We discuss establishing breastfeeding, how to get the best latch and how to know if your baby is getting enough breast milk.

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Here is a link to Geraldine's online group for parents to be: https://www.facebook.com/groups/831381373999407/?ref=bookmarks

The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

Rick and Dr.Sarah are joined once more by breastfeeding consultant Geraldine Miskin. This episode we discuss milk over and under milk supply, as well as pain whilst breastfeeding. We also look at how partners can support breastfeeding and how to express. We finish with myth busting common beliefs about breastfeeding that can be bonkers!
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This episode is Powered by The Breast Feeding Friend.

For Breast-feeding advice available 24 7 on Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
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If you would like to join Geraldine’s Facebook group, search for "Breastfeeding Made Easy" by Muskin Maternity over on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/831381373999407/?ref=bookmarks
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Even during the lockdown you can seek help through many sources; others include NCT and La Leche. Video and online consultations are available at home so don’t struggle alone!⁣
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The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode are not medical advice and do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.
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Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. 
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Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

Rick and Dr Sarah talk though the concerns parents have over Coronavirus (Covid-19). They discuss the signs of Coronavirus, the fact that not all fever is Coronavirus and the importance of seeking medical attention if you are concerned. They also discuss parenting in the pandemic and preventing spread.

This episode was recorded at the beginning of April. Information is likely to become out of date as evidence, knowledge of the disease and guidelines evolves. Please keep up to date with the NHS website. https://www.nhs.uk/ 

Please remember the discussion in this episode is not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child please do seek professional medical attention. It is also important to note that opinions voiced by individuals in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for. 

Some useful links for parents with supportive information:

 

 

Free online activities for children at home from school:

Self-isolation20FTNW.pdf.pdf

 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

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Sleep doesn't just make up around a third of our lives. It's vital to drive the other two thirds in the right direction. Children change it, but there are ways that you can get more for both parent and child. Rick and Dr. Sarah speak with Dr Michael Farquhar, Evelina Paediatric Sleep Consultant about sleep in children, what is normal and how to support it.

Please note the discussion in this podcast is for your information, not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child's health please seek medical attention. The opinions voiced are those of the individuals not of the organisations they work for.

This episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations.

Useful links:

NHS advice on helping your baby to sleep: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/getting-baby-to-sleep/ 

Here is a link to a helpful website for support with crying babies: http://iconcope.org 


Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

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The main job of a baby is to grow. We discuss child development and look at the first 1000 days. Dr Max Davie, a Consultant Paediatrician from Evelina Children's Healthcare NHS Trust, tells Rick and Dr Sarah how he wishes parents would let children explore their environments more.

Birth to 5 years interactive guide:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/baby-reviews/

Institute of Health Visiting fact sheets & top tips for families:
https://ihv.org.uk/families/top-tips/ 

Please remember the discussion in this episode is not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child please do seek professional medical advice. 

The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law. 

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Answering the big parenting IT question. Dr Max Davie joins Sarah and Rick to talk screen time. Something we are all getting more of at the moment. But is it too much too soon or a saviour of parental sanity?

Please remember the discussion in this episode is not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child please do seek professional medical advice. 

The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law. 

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Allergies. Something many parents have questions about. Professor George Du Toit is a  leading voice in children's allergies.  Dr. Sarah and Rick went to meet him in his office in Evelina/ Guys and St.Thomas' in London. We discuss weaning, common allergens, how to stay safe on holiday and if the risk of allergies can be reduced. 

Please remember the discussion in this episode is not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child please do seek professional medical advice. 

The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law. 

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Infant Feeding & Nutrition: how do we support healthy growth in babies? Professor Mary Fewtrell nutrition lead from University College London and the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health joins Dr. Sarah and Rick on Crib Notes. We talk about breastfeeding, formula feeding, tongue tie and supporting babies growth from the start. 

Please remember the discussion in this episode is not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child please do seek professional medical advice. 

The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law. 

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Nutrition: We know the basics but which sugar is good sugar? Is there even a thing. Professor Mary Fewtrell nutrition lead from University College London joins Dr. Sarah and Rick on Crib Notes. We talk about how to prevent hidden sugar getting into our children's diets.

The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law. 

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Rick and Dr Sarah are joined by Amanda Thompson. We talk about that transition to parenthood, the first few weeks with your new baby and how things don't always go as planned. We discuss baby blues, postnatal depression, managing a crying baby, witching hour, the first bath, infant feeding, baby vomits and there is more talk about baby poo! Amanda is a co-founder of Bundle Antenatal group and has two sets of twins. So really does know how to handle a crying baby!

This episode comes as Rick's baby is three months old and he's going through a rough time with sleep. Get it while you can.

Lots of love

Dr. Sarah and Rick x

Thank you to Amanda and the Bundle team: Bundle is not just an Antenatal class, there is plenty on offer for parents in the post natal period too. Check out their website: https://www.bundlelondon.com 

If you are struggling with a crying baby there are several support services/helplines available as well as your GP and midwife. 

https://www.cry-sis.org.uk
https://iconcope.org
https://www.pandasfoundation.org.uk

For further info relevant for the first week with your baby check out our episodes 'the first 24 hours' and 'does this thing come with a manual' with midwife Kirsty Howe. We talk in more detail about what is normal with baby poos and wees, weight gain and baby jaundice.

Please remember this is not medical advice. If you are concerned seek medical attention. The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations. 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law. 

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We discuss child development as they grow with Dr Max Davie, a Consultant Paediatrician from Evelina Children's Healthcare NHS Trust. We ask does diet affect behaviour? Do French children throw food? Max tells us his 5 Rs for managing challenging behaviour and we discuss the importance of play for child development.

Please remember the discussion in this episode is not medical advice. If you have any concerns regarding your child please do seek professional medical advice.

The opinions voiced by the speakers in this episode do not reflect those of the organisations they work for.

Please note this episode was recorded before the Coronavirus Pandemic and Social Distancing recommendations.

Follow this link from the Institute of Health Visiting fact sheets & top tips for families:
https://ihv.org.uk/families/top-tips/ 

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law. 

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Join new mum and paediatric doctor Sarah Blackstock and dad to be broadcaster Rick Kelsey (BBC/ the Running Channel). They discuss the most common medical questions people google about their newborns and children. Insta: Crib Notes Podcast. Email: cribnotespodcast@gmail.com

This podcast does not offer medical advice. Always seek medical attention is you have any concerns.

Disclaimer:

All content in the Crib Notes podcast series is provided for your general information only and not as medical advice. Please don’t use our podcast as a replacement for a

consultation with your doctor or other qualified care professional, or ignore different advice you have received from a medical professional. If you have any concerns about your, or your baby’s health, please contact your local healthcare provider.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher (Crib Notes Global Limited) is not

responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any consequences arising from your reliance on the information in our podcast. We do not give any warranties, express or implied, with respect to the contents, completeness or accuracy of the material published. However, we do not seek to exclude our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence, or any other liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.