Episodes

Oct. 26, 2020

The Scary Halloween

Stu and Dave discuss Halloween and why Dave abhors this holiday. They then break down the current COVID situation and how it will affect trick or treating this year in their respective hometowns, and Stu gives some alternatve...

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Oct. 19, 2020

Dollars and Sense

Stu and Dave debate the merits of teaching their children about financial literacy. Is it ever too early to start learning about money? And what are their approaches to dealing with money and their children. Are allowances a...

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Oct. 7, 2020

Thanksgiving Turkeys

Stu and Dave take a moment to ponder Thanksgiving in the time of Covid. How do you survive a Thanksgiving when their cities have forbidden family gatherings? Then they chat about what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving...

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Oct. 3, 2020

Covid Update - And Then We Opened the Schools...

This week, with children around Canada and the US having returned to classes for a few weeks, Stu and Dave discuss what life is like right now for both children and parents. They share stories about their children navigating ...

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Sept. 28, 2020

2 Player Mode - The Medical Dads on Video Games

This week, Stu and Dave take on the topic of parenting and video games. They wax nostalgia about the video games of their childhood and then break down some of the current issues facing parents when it comes to home consoles ...

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Sept. 22, 2020

Parenting in the Cellular Age

This week, Stu and Dave break down what it's like to parent during the age of the cell phones. They talk screen time, data plans, the risks of cancer and more. If your children are pressuring you to get them a phone, or you'...

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Sept. 5, 2020

Outdoor Play Part 2 - Beyond the Backyard

This week, Stu and Dave reconvene to continue their discussion on outdoor play. They talk backyards, playgrounds, swimming pool and more, while sharing some thoughts on outdoor safety and just plain outdoor fun. --- Send in...

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Aug. 30, 2020

Outdoor Play Part 1 - Kids, Get Out!

Just in time for the end of summer, the Medical Dads break down the joys and travails of sending their children outdoors as much as they can, and along the way, discuss Dave's favourite outdoor topic - sun safety! --- Send ...

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Aug. 21, 2020

Covid - Back to School Special

The Medical Dads are Back! Back for the premiere of Season 2 of the Medical Dads Podcast and back to discuss going back to school for children after almost 6 months away from school! This week, Stu and Dave break down the onl...

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Aug. 2, 2020

Building Bridges - The Medical Dads on Racism

Stu and Dave reflect on racism, and share some thoughts and viewpoints about racial inequality and their own experiences with prejudice. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/medicaldads/message

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July 12, 2020

Unaccredited, Unlicensed and Unprofessional - Home Schooling During a…

On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss the trials and travails of schooling their children at home. For any parent who's been trying in vain to teach their children something while working from home, this episode is sur...

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July 4, 2020

Just Say No to the Coffee Table Purchase - Tips on Childproofing Your…

On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss the spike in household injuries that is occurring as a result of Covid, and give some practical advice on things to watch for at home, including everything from slamming doors to c...

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June 21, 2020

Please Can I Get That? - Parenting Through Mohawks, Earrings and Tatt…

This week, Stu and Dave talk about children and the style boundaries they try to push, from what clothes to wear to school, to mohawks to the medical implications of earrings and tattoos, we've got you covered! --- Send in ...

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June 12, 2020

Man Colds - What Happens When Parents are Under the Weather

This week, Stu and Dave take a break from talking about children and turn their attention to parental health, and more specifically, the phenomenon of the "man cold." Ever found yourself lying face down in bed with a fever or...

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June 3, 2020

Parents Dreaming of Summer Camp

In this week's episode, recorded way before the Coronavirus pandemic during an alternate timeline, Stu and Dave sit down to discuss summer camps for children, what they look for when enrolling kids in camp, their own memories...

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May 25, 2020

That Virus... Again

On this week's episode, Stu and I sit down and break down what's going on as the Coronavirus rolls on towards the summer. We discuss our plans for the coming months and what might happen in the fall to our children, depending...

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May 14, 2020

The Power of Imagination - Children and their Overactive Imaginations!

Stu and Dave chat about the importance of imagination in both childhood and adulthood, and share some stories of imaginary life, including everything from imaginary friends to imaginary fights. They then talk about ways to nu...

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May 3, 2020

When a Number is More Than Just a Number - The Medical Dads Guide to …

Is one really the loneliest number? Is two a crowd? Does three mean an odd one will be out? What about pairing off with fours? Or how about five, or six, or even more? This week, Stu and Dave discuss the size of families, and...

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April 23, 2020

Where is the Swipe Button on This Thing? Books and the Dads Who Read …

On this week's episode, Stu and Dave take a break from worrying about Coronavirus and sit down to share their views on the importance of literacy and how to get children started on books early. Then they give some book recomm...

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April 8, 2020

This Virus is Making Me Nervous - Coronavirus and Anxiety

Stu and Dave discuss how Coronavirus is unleashing an epidemic of anxiety. They go into detail about what the nerve-wracking experience of grocery shopping and then offer some advice about ways to stay calm and keep move on. ...

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April 2, 2020

Virus, Virus, Virus - More Coronavirus Talk From the Medical Dads

On this week's episode, Stu and Dave discuss what life looks like after another week of social distancing, home schooling, and trying to stay sane during the Coronavirus outbreak. What's the deal with wearing masks? Theories ...

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March 26, 2020

Back in Our Day, We Didn't Raise Babies This Way - Newborn Baby Care …

On this episode, Stu and Dave take another look at newborn baby care, this time with regard to the many strange and bizarre myths that have built up around the subject of caring for newborn babies and their mothers. --- Sen...

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March 23, 2020

Coronavirus - Tales From the Front Lines... of Self Isolation

This week, Stu and Dave record an emergency podcast about the of Coronavirus and the implementation of self isolation and social distancing. They talk about their current situations at work, review practical matters of social...

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March 14, 2020

Good Guys and Bad Guys - Bullying, Children and the Laws of the Playg…

Stu and Dave offer up a respite for everyone at the beginning of a really, really long March break, as they discuss parenting and bullying. They share some stories about their own childhood, as well as stories about their own...

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