Real Talk on Women’s Health
Keeping Your Kids Safe: Tips From A Pediatric Trauma Surgeon

Julie Ottosen, Pediatric Trauma Surgeon with Essentia Health, joins the Real Talk on Women’s Health podcast to talk about some of the most common trauma injuries in kids, including accidents including ATVs, UTVs, motorized scooters and trampolines. In this episode, we also dive into safety measures parents can take when it comes to these types of injuries and more, including:
- the most common causes for trauma-related injuries in kids
- how adults can encourage helmet use in children
- recommended activities to help kids stay active without the risks
- and more.
- Broadcast on:
- 10 Apr 2025
Julie Ottosen, Pediatric Trauma Surgeon with Essentia Health, joins the Real Talk on Women’s Health podcast to talk about some of the most common trauma injuries in kids, including accidents including ATVs, UTVs, motorized scooters and trampolines. In this episode, we also dive into safety measures parents can take when it comes to these types of injuries and more, including:
- the most common causes for trauma-related injuries in kids
- how adults can encourage helmet use in children
- recommended activities to help kids stay active without the risks
- and more.