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Podcast: The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician Mom
Episode: Losing a child to drowning: Turning grief into advocacy
Description: On this episode I welcome Nicole Hughes (@nicolehughes8 on IG) who documents on her Instagram her life after loss and, in her words, “choosing to survive the impossible.” We discuss the following:
What prompted her to become an advocate for drowning prevention
Common misconceptions and assumptions
What she thinks the AAP can change in regards to drowning awareness/education
What education/tools she thinks parents should equip themselves or their child with
Why puddle jumpers are not ideal for drowning prevention
What ISR is and why swim lessons are needed
AAP updated recommendations
https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/conten...