The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician Mom
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Red Light, Green Light foods: Why labeling foods as “good” or “bad” can do more harm than good
31 juli 2024 · 33 min
The Red Light, Green Light food labeling system has been around to categorize foods as good and bad and was initially created to support weight loss in children with obesity. However, there are many flaws to this system that can backfire when it comes to child health. I welcome Dr. Taylor Arnold, a PhD, registered dietician, and founder of Growing Intuitive Eaters. She is on a mission to foster a healthy relationship with food and teach adults how to talk to kids about food in a positive way. Lees meer
She joins me to discuss:
Why labeling systems for food is not conducive to creating a healthy relationship with food
Why “talking less and showing more” can be a helpful strategy to encourage balanced eating
Phrases to avoid when talking about foods with kids
Connect with Dr. Taylor Arnold on Instagram @growing.intuitive.eaters and visit growingintuitiveeaters.com for more resources.
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Is my child shy or is it anxiety?
24 juli 2024 · 21 min
Some children jump right into new situations, and some are slow to warm. But when is it shyness? And when is it something more? I welcome Dr. Melissa Giglio, a child clinical psychologist, author, and director of a private practice in Hong Kong. Lees meer
We discuss:
How are shy kids misunderstood
The difference between shyness and anxiety
Strategies to support our slow-to-warm or anxious children in new situations
Connect with Dr. Melissa Giglio on Instagram @braverygrows and visit bravemightyminds.com for more resources.
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Why Strength Training is Important in Pregnancy and Beyond
17 juli 2024 · 37 min
On this show, I welcome guests to chat about parenting and parental health, especially maternal physical and mental health. Taking care of ourselves is just as important as caring for our children. On this episode, I welcome sisters Amy Kiefer and Krystle Howald, founders and creators of Expecting and Empowered. They join me to discuss: Lees meer
Why strength training is important in various stages of our life
Mindset shifts and reframing to approaching strength training and working out during pregnancy and postpartum
How to build strength training into our busy lives
Connect with Amy and Krystle on Instagram @expectingandempowered. For more resources, visit expectingandempowered.com.
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How Newborn Feeding Challenges Impact Mental Wellness in the 4th Trimester and How to Navigate
10 juli 2024 · 14 min
#PhilipsPartner The fourth trimester is hard for many reasons, and feeding difficulties can impact a parent’s mental well-being. But how so, and why do feeding difficulties play a role in our mental state? Lees meer
On this episode, I’ll discuss:
How challenges in newborn feeding can impact maternal mental well-being.
Why we need to utilize our support system and #ShareTheCare postpartum.
How to protect our mental well-being AND focus on our postpartum feeding goals.
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Mirror Neurons: Why They're Important in Child Development
3 juli 2024 · 24 min
Mirror neurons are one of the keys to child development. Our babies and kids are watching and observing us and how we interact with them, others, and ourselves. On this episode, I welcome Chris Lake, a young childhood development expert and educator, and founder of Behavior Booster, to discuss: Lees meer
The science behind mirror neurons
How we as parents can use mirror neurons to our benefit in child development and parenting
Why modeling for our kids is so important
Connect with Chris on Instagram @behaviorbooster.
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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Co-sleeping to Independent Sleep: Strategies for Success!
26 juni 2024 · 36 min
As a board-certified pediatrician in the U.S., the recommendations are usually independent sleep for a baby. But I know firsthand that many families do co-sleep and, at some point, want to transition their baby out of co-sleeping. I welcome Ashley Olson, a certified pediatric sleep consultant and founder of @heavensentsleep. Lees meer
We discuss:
The biggest mistake parents make when going from co-sleeping to independent sleep
What “habit-stacking” is and how to implement
What parents may struggle with when transitioning to an independent sleep space and how to approach
Connect with Ashley on Instagram @heavensentsleep, and check out her website for more resources.
For more watch Dr. Mona's "Is Sleep Training Harmful?" YouTube video.
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5 Lessons A Father of 11 KIDS Has Learned
19 juni 2024 · 37 min
I created this podcast because I believe we can learn so much through community and hearing people’s stories, whether we are experiencing something similar or not. I connected with Moshe Popack, a real estate entrepreneur, the co-founder of a national community gardens non-profit that serves to enrich and empower children, and the father of 11 kids. Lees meer
He joins me to discuss:
The importance of “chief adaptability” as a parent
Non-negotiables to his family and relationship with self and his partner
What he hopes all parents would let go of as a father of 11 children himself
Connect with Moshe on Instagram @mpopack and listen to the Common Denominator Podcast. Check out the non-profit organization Neighborhood Farms USA.
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The power of play for kids and why you’re likely overthinking it
12 juni 2024 · 37 min
Does ‘playing’ with your kids stress you out? Are you overthinking what play should look like, or if you have enough time for play? Playing with your kids does not have to be stressful, and we’re here to take the stress out of it and normalize a few things when it comes to play. I welcome Tammy Schamuhn, a child psychologist and co-founder of the Institute of Child Psychology and co-author of the new book, THE PARENTING HANDBOOK: Your Guide to Raising Resilient Children (paid link). Lees meer
We discuss:
What play can show us about a child
Why being bored and under-scheduled is important for kids
How and why play can look different in boys and girls
Connect with Tammy on Instagram @instituteofchildpsych. Check out the new book, and for more resources, visit the Institute of Child Psychology website.
Check out Dr. Mona's "Open Ended Toys: Best Kids Toys And Why" on YouTube.
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The Power of Practical Optimism
5 juni 2024 · 41 min
Do you consider yourself an optimist? Although some people may be more optimistic than others, you can learn to foster an optimistic mindset – a key tool for parents to build resiliency and navigate the unexpected. I welcome Dr. Sue Varma, a psychiatrist, cognitive behavioral therapist, and author of the new book, Practical Optimism: The Art, Science and Practice of Exceptional Wellbeing. Lees meer
We discuss:
What is practical optimism, and how it differs from toxic positivity and pessimism
If there is a genetic component of optimism or if it can be learned
How some people survive, even thrive, despite profound challenges
The 8 Pillars of optimism and the 3Ps of pessimism
How optimism can help with dealing with the unexpected, especially as parents
Connect with Dr. Varma on Instagram @drsuevarma. Remember to check out her book (paid link) and visit her website for more resources.
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Raising inclusive kids: Why food allergies should matter to everyone
29 mei 2024 · 40 min
May is Food Allergy Awareness Month, and part of that is recognizing that even if you or a family member may not have a food allergy, someone you know may have food allergies. I welcome Ina Chung, a food allergy mom, educator, and author of A Kids Book about Food Allergies, who is passionate about food allergy inclusivity. Lees meer
She joins me to discuss:
Why food allergy inclusivity is important
Top 3 misconceptions people who don’t have food allergies have about food allergies
A four-step framework to safely include children with allergies in events such as parties
Connect with Ina on Instagram @theasianallergymom. Remember to check out her book, and for more resources, visit her website!
For more info on food allergies check out Dr. Mona's "Food Allergies and Kids" YouTube video.
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When it's not just typical postpartum adjustment but postpartum anxiety or depression
22 mei 2024 · 26 min
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, I am continuing this series on ways to take care of our mental health so we can better care for ourselves and our children. It’s common to experience some postpartum blues and adjustment as you navigate having a new baby. But when is it something more? Lees meer
On this episode, I welcome Chelsea & Caitlin, founders of Mama Psychologists. They are best friends, authors, Registered Psychologists, and moms to discuss:
The line between normal postpartum adjustment and PPD and PPA
Postpartum blues
Signs of postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression
When to know you need more help and how to get that help
You can connect with Chelsea & Caitlin on Instagram @mamapsychologists. Check out their book, Not Your Mother's Postpartum Book (paid link) and for more resources, visit the Mama Psychologists website.
If you are dealing with postpartum mental health concerns and need help, visit Postpartum Support International.
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Trauma Therapy: Why you may need EMDR
15 mei 2024 · 57 min
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in honor of my advocacy for more open conversation surrounding Mental health, I will be featuring episodes on ways to take care of our mental health so we can better care for ourselves and our children. Therapy is highly beneficial, and various modalities are used. EMDR (Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) is an evidence-based approach that has been shown to help in processing traumatic events and changing negative patterns and helping people with mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and OCD. I personally started EMDR earlier this year, and in honor of Maternal Mental Health Month, I invited Dr. Cassidy Freitas, who is a licensed marriage and family therapist who also does EMDR. Lees meer
We discuss:
What EMDR is and the steps of EMDR
Who would be a good candidate
Examples of how EMDR helped me and Dr. Cassidy
For more resources on EMDR: EMDR Institute, Psychologytoday.com, and EMDRIA.
You can connect with Dr. Cassidy on Instagram @drcassidy, and for more resources, check out Dr. Cassidy's website.
If you are dealing with postpartum mental health concerns and need help, visit Postpartum Support International
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“But What Will People Say?” Breaking cultural stereotypes surrounding mental health conversations
8 mei 2024 · 40 min
Do you know the cultural differences that can exist being immigrant parents and the mental health issues that are unique? Whether you come from an immigrant household or not, this episode is a must to really dive into the cultural stereotypes that exist surrounding mental health and, subsequently, how we show up for our children. I welcome Sahaj Kaur Kohli who is the founder of Brown Girl Therapy (@browngirltherapy), the first and largest mental health and wellness community organization for adult children of immigrants, a licensed therapist, and author of the Book, But What Will People Say: Navigating mental health, identity, love, and family between cultures (paid link). Lees meer
She joins me to discuss:
The difference between collectivist and individualistic cultures and why the distinction is important
Why diversity in mental health and parenting resources is important
What struggles immigrant parents have that may be unique
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Dads can struggle with postpartum mental health too
1 mei 2024 · 59 min
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and just as much as we need to focus on maternal mental health, we also need to recognize that dads and non-birthing partners also can struggle postpartum as well. 7% and 9% of new fathers develop postpartum depression. I invited my husband back on the show to chat about postpartum mental health and mental health concerns in general in men. Lees meer
We discuss
Why men and women can struggle with their mental health postpartum
Why men don’t talk about their mental health struggles or seek help as much as women may
The cultural barriers that exist that normalize seeking mental health help
How we’re raising our kids to undo this cycle of mental health stigma
How consistent therapy has helped my husband and myself
For more on postpartum mental health for all caregivers, visit this resource. If you are dealing with postpartum mental health concerns and need help, visit Postpartum Support International.
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East meets West: The differences and similarities of child health and parenting in India and the U.S.
24 april 2024 · 55 min
India is home to over 1.4 BILLION people and over 470 million children. There are more children in India than our entire population in the U.S. so I needed to have a pediatrician to chat with from India! I reached out to Dr. Imran Patel, a Pediatrician in India, and one the most followed and loved Pediatricians in the world with over 4.6 million followers on Instagram and 1.5 million followers on YouTube. Lees meer
We discuss:
If vaccine hesitancy and anti-vaccine sentiment exist in India
The cultural differences in approach to sleep and kids
How he wishes more families would approach feeding solid foods
What motivates us as colleagues a world apart doing similar work
Connect with Dr. Imran Patel on Instagram @drimranpatelofficial
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Why Are Friendships After Becoming a Mom So Hard To Make and Maintain?
17 april 2024 · 30 min
Have you felt yourself drift from your friends pre-motherhood? Or have you found making new and meaningful friendships hard after becoming a mom? I welcome Danielle Bayard Jackson, a relational health educator who has made a career out of studying what the research has to say about creating quality platonic relationships. She also has a new book coming out called, Fighting for Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships (paid link). Lees meer
She joins me to discuss:
The three reasons why friendships after motherhood are so hard to make and maintain
Why having meaningful and strong female connections is important for our mental health
How to handle “passive” friendships
Practical ways to find meaningful connections with peers amidst the mental load and business of our lives
Connect with Danielle on Instagram @daniellebayardjackson. Check out her book!
Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk.
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The 'Default Parent' Dilemma: Strategies for Shifting Dynamics
10 april 2024 · 28 min
The “Default parent” seems like modern parenting terminology, but it’s a real role. It can sometimes be associated with feelings of resentment and overwhelm if it’s not communicated. I welcome Erica Djossa, the CEO and founder of Momwell and the author of Releasing the Mother Load: How to Carry Less and Enjoy Motherhood More (paid link). Lees meer
We discuss:
What the default parent is, and how someone knows they’re the default parent
Why, in heterosexual relationships, have mothers taken on this role?
How couples can communicate better to share the mental load and roles
Connect with Erica on Instagram @momwell. Check out her new book!
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The 5 Principles of Parenting – Science-Backed Tools to Raise Good Humans with Dr. Aliza Pressman
3 april 2024 · 32 min
Do you ever feel you’re overdoing or overthinking parenting? Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, co-founder of the Mount Sinai Parenting Center, host of the podcast Raising Good Humans, and author of the newly released New York Times bestseller The 5 Principles of Parenting, joins me to reflect on parenting and discuss her new book. Lees meer
We discuss:
How parents overdo it and how to keep it simple
The five principles of parenting that can be applied to many different situations
Why parents shouldn’t always focus on “getting it right”
Connect with Dr. Aliza Pressman on Instagram @raisingoodhumanspodcast and check out The 5 Principles of Parenting Book (paid link).
Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk.
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The Three Things Every Child Needs from the Grown Ups in their life
27 maart 2024 · 55 min
Struggling with boundary setting? Lees meer
Wanting to foster secure attachment with your child?
Want a relationship with your child as they get older?
Issues in school, with peers, etc., and trying to find out why?
You’re going to want to listen to this episode.
I dive deep into three things children need in relationships with their grown up. Whether it's a parent, teacher, or other caregiver; our children want to feel safe, respected, and connected.
I dive deep into how this shows up in parenting and offer insight and stories as well.
I discuss:
How kids can feel unsafe in their home and how it’s not just physical safety
Why one-way respect parenting is outdated and why we have to respect our kids for them to respect us
How to build secure attachment and why it’s needed
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The BEST Conversation With My Four-Year-Old!
20 maart 2024 · 17 min
This is a completely impromptu episode I had to release because it shares my love for all children (and, of course, my kiddos) with all of you! My son, Ryaan, is four years old and loves playing with my podcast mic. So, the other day after preschool, I had him join me for a conversation. Lees meer
We talk about normal four-year-old things!
Car washes
Favorite foods and vegetables
What makes us feel better when we’re sad
And, of course, we sing a song from Frozen
This episode is kid-friendly, and I encourage you to listen to it with your toddlers or preschoolers!
Disclaimer: the word penis is said because we teach our son anatomic body parts, and it came up in this impromptu conversation!
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Raising Brave Kids: How and how much should I push my child?
13 maart 2024 · 24 min
The goal of parenting should be to foster the growth and development of the child in front of us, and part of this is guiding them through experiences and things that may make them more anxious. I welcome Dr. Melissa Giglio, a child clinical psychologist, author, and director of a private practice in Hong Kong. Lees meer
We discuss:
How we can nurture bravery and confidence in our children
Strategies to “push’ our child in healthy ways
Ways to validate their experience as they grow through new situations
For more about Dr. Melissa Giglio, check out her website Bravemightyminds.com.
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Balancing the Benefits and Concerns of Kids and Phones
6 maart 2024 · 34 min
We live in a digital age, and at some point, our children will have access to phones, but it is our responsibility as parents to balance the benefits and risks of phone use. I welcome Bill Brady, who is the CEO and Co-founder of Troomi Wireless, a mobile phone platform designed to improve kids’ mental health through a safe and balanced relationship with technology. Lees meer
We discuss:
The benefits and risks of allowing our child to have a phone for use
Is there a magical age at which they should be allowed a phone?
How to create healthy boundaries with access to a phone and safety and other activities
For more check out Dr. Mona's "Is Screen Time Harmful?" video on YouTube.
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Is it Sleep Apnea, ADHD, or Lack of Parental Sleep Boundaries?
28 februari 2024 · 21 min
Sleep apnea and ADHD can greatly impact sleep, but are often not discussed when discussing a sleep quality evaluation. On this episode, I welcome back Dr. Shelby Harris, a licensed clinical psychologist who is board-certified and specializes in behavioral sleep medicine. Lees meer
We discuss:
How sleep apnea and ADHD affect your child’s sleep and behavior
When to be concerned about your child’s sleep
Is it parenting or something more?
Connect on Instagram @sleepdocshelby
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Why Connection is The Core of Finding Joy As a Parent
21 februari 2024 · 16 min
“Finding Joy” episodes on this podcast tackle more than just parenting topics, but real-life mindfulness topics to be the best version of ourselves so we can better show up for ourselves and the people in our life. In this episode, I discuss connection. Lees meer
What exactly is connection?
Why is connection with self so important?
How to incorporate meaningful connections in our busy lives.
How to know if you’re feeling disconnected with yourself.
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Finding Joy: Jennifer Gates Nassar on Paving Her Own Path
14 februari 2024 · 31 min
Jennifer Gates Nassar is the eldest daughter of Bill and Melinda French Gates. She has grown up with privilege but is paving her own path as a medical student and soon-to-be doctor and mother. For this Finding Joy episode, I welcome her on to discuss: Lees meer
How her parents instilled work ethic and grit in her despite growing up with privilege
The single most important thing her parents did in raising her that she’s grateful for
How she’s found her own identity and calling
What she hopes her daughter sees in her as she grows up
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Starting Solids and Picky Eating: A Conversation with Solid Starts founder Jenny Best
7 februari 2024 · 51 min
Solid Starts was founded in 2020 to revolutionize the way we feed our babies and toddlers. Their FREE first food database provides nutrition information and preparation information for the foods we eat and how we can make it accessible and safe for babies to eat from the time they start solids. I welcome the founder of Solid Starts, Jenny Best, to talk about Solid Starts and feeding babies and toddlers. Lees meer
We discuss:
How we as parents and our parenting style can impact feeding
Why feeding is an incredibly important milestone
Why self-feeding is important for babies
You can also watch this episode on YouTube!
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What exactly causes childhood trauma?
31 januari 2024 · 30 min
Childhood trauma has unfortunately become a buzzword across social media where sometimes things are labeled as “trauma” that may not exactly be. Or maybe a parent is inadvertently doing something that can lead to trauma. On this episode I welcome Kobe Campbell, a licensed trauma therapist and author, to discuss : Lees meer
What is the definition of childhood trauma
How not all crying is trauma
How to ask yourself if something you’re doing is traumatizing your child
Holding your child for vaccines, giving meds, brushing teeth. Is this trauma?
Sleep-training-Is this trauma?
Check out Kobe's website at kobecampbell.com or connect on Instagram @kobecampbell_
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Why we shouldn’t put “sweets" and "treats” on a pedestal
17 januari 2024 · 38 min
Sweet and treats are part of our lives. Even if we may not eat a lot of them in our home; our children will be exposed to these foods in school and at parties and it’s important we don’t put sweets and treats on a pedestal. I invite Jennifer Anderson, a registered dietitian and founder of Kids Eat in Color. Lees meer
We discuss:
How we put food on pedestals
What it means to have a healthy relationship with food
Why labeling of foods as “good” or “bad” can backfire
Find out more about Kids Eat in Color at kidseatincolor.com or connect on Instagram @kids.eat.in.color
For more check out Dr. Mona's "Stop Doing This When Talking About Food" video on YouTube.
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Finding Joy: Letting Go Of Control
10 januari 2024 · 35 min
It’s 2024: And the goal of this year for my community and listeners is learning to “let it go” for the things that are not serving us or blocking our joy. Lees meer
I discuss:
Why controlling tendencies can occur especially in motherhood
Why motherhood is the ultimate struggle for those of us who grew up loving control
How control looks like in motherhood
Ten steps to learn to let go of control
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Parenting is hard enough: Why are we making it harder?
13 december 2023 · 42 min
In this final episode of 2023, I welcome my husband, Gaurav, to chat about how we as a generation are making parenting harder on ourselves. He has joined me for two episodes already about Marriage and Parenting and Re-Parenting ourselves as we parent our children and on this episode we discuss: Lees meer
How we can tap back into our intuition as parents
How we have created a skewed view of success as parents
How we can simplify parenting again
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5 Skills kids learn from traveling
6 december 2023 · 21 min
Traveling with kids can feel overwhelming, but it does provide many benefits to kids and your family. I welcome Preethi Harbuck who is a mom of six, avid traveler, and creator of @localpassportfamily a blog and social media platform to support families as they travel to discuss: Lees meer
How travel changes our kid’s world for the better
What they learn by travel (both locally and internationally)
The one thing not to forget when traveling with kids
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Are Time-outs OUT in parenting?
29 november 2023 · 32 min
Time-Outs get a bad rap on social media, however when done correctly they can be effective for some children. On this episode, I welcome Dr Jenicka Engler, developmental neuropsychologist, clinical scientist, and mom to discuss: Lees meer
Why Time-outs get a bad rap
When time-outs can be effective
When NOT to use time-outs
How parents misuse time outs
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How to involve kids in routine to create a clutter free home
22 november 2023 · 38 min
Keeping your home clutter free and “tidy” doesn’t have to be a scary task and you can utilize your children in developmentally appropriate ways to do it. I welcome Tyler Moore known as @tidydad on Instagram, who is a teacher, father of three, and writer who helps families find a rhythm, system, and routine to complement the current state of life that they’re in. Lees meer
We discuss:
How to incorporate our kids into household routines
Why chores don’t need to be rewarded
Tips for things like getting out of the house or tidying up toys
Find out more about Tyler Moore at thetidydad.com or connect on Instagram, Facebook or Pinterest @tidydad
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Finding Joy: Overcoming Weight and percentile anxiety for my daughter
15 november 2023 · 29 min
I have spoken about weight and percentile anxiety many times both on my social media channels and on this podcast and now I am experiencing it. On this episode, I get candid about percentile anxiety and how it impacted my postpartum. Lees meer
I discuss:
How my percentile anxiety negatively impacted me postpartum
How anxiety over my daughter’s weight led to her having temporary feeding aversions
How to manage percentile and weight anxiety
What it means to look at the big picture when it comes to weight gain
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Finding Your Parenting Path with Artist Brooke Ring
8 november 2023 · 29 min
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Does independent sleep need to be taught?
1 november 2023 · 27 min
Independent sleep? Co-sleeping? Parental assistance with sleep? There are a lot of opinions all over the place. On this episode, I welcome Dr Shelby Harris, a licensed clinical psychologist who is board certified and specializing in behavioral sleep medicine to discuss if there is an age where a child needs to be taught independent sleep if they haven’t learned it on their own. Lees meer
We discuss:
The age or signs that independent sleep skills need to be taught
Common concerns for an older child who isn’t able to fall asleep or connect sleep cycles on their own
Where to begin with approaching independent sleep skills with a child who hasn’t
Find out more about Dr. Shelby Harris and her book “The Women’s Guide to Overcoming Insomnia” (paid link) at drshelbyharris.com or connect on Instagram or TikTok @SleepDocShelby
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Partner resentment in motherhood and how to overcome
25 oktober 2023 · 19 min
On this show, you will find guidance on all things parenting, health, and development for our kids AND important conversations surrounding parental mental health and communication. Part of this conversation is around resentment that may happen with partners after having children. Lees meer
On this episode, I welcome Ashurina Ream - a licensed clinical psychologist, mom, and founder of Psyched Mommy. She joins me to discuss:
Why partner resentment can happen
How to communicate with your partner to avoid the snowball effect of resentment
Why handling resentment is important for the entire family
Learn more about Dr Ashurina Ream and Psyched Mommy at psychedmommy.com or connect on Instagram @psychedmommy
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Why you may want to see that Pelvic floor PT after having kids
18 oktober 2023 · 27 min
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy is still a relatively unknown specialty and yet it is incredibly important. On this podcast, we discuss parenting and child health and development, but also health and mental health for caregivers. And pelvic floor health is part of that! I welcome Dr. Sara Reardon, a pelvic floor physical therapist who was recently featured in TIME magazine, and founder of @the.vagina.whisperer Lees meer
She joins me to discuss:
Why pelvic floor PT may be beneficial to you
How pregnancy (and not just delivery) impact the pelvic floor
How to find a pelvic floor PT
Tips on pooping and peeing during pregnancy and postpartum that can save your pelvic floor
Learn more about Dr. Sarah and how to take care of your pelvic floor at TheVagWhisperer.com or follow on Instagram @the.vagina.whisperer
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Rewards and threats: how they shape a young brain
11 oktober 2023 · 27 min
What is the science of rewards and threats to the brain, especially to the child's brain? On this episode, I welcome Dr. Loretta Breuning, an author and Founder of the Inner Mammal Institute, to discuss : Lees meer
How rewards and threats shape the young brain
How to build healthy reward pathways in your kids
Why yelling, pleading, and bribes can create reward systems and why we want to limit these things
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The connection between the lack of postpartum sleep and postpartum depression
4 oktober 2023 · 22 min
Sleep deprivation postpartum (and in general) has a deep impact on our mental health. On this episode, I welcome Dr. Harvey Karp who is a world renowned pediatrician and child development expert. He is the co-founder and CEO of Happiest Baby and the creator of SNOO Smart Sleeper. He is also the author of the best-selling parenting guides The Happiest Baby on the Block and The Happiest Toddler on the Block. Lees meer
We discuss:
How sleep and mental health go hand in hand especially for new parents
Why the fourth trimester can be difficult for new parents
What parents really need in that fourth trimester to feel and do their best
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Tips to De-escalating a tantrum
27 september 2023 · 29 min
We’ve all been there. TANTRUMS. But, there is a way to de-escalate a tantrum and it involves us to be ready to do it. On this episode I welcome Chris Lake, a young childhood development expert and educator and founder of Behavior Booster to discuss: Lees meer
The L.A.K.E Method of de-escalating tantrums
Why you play a huge role in behavior modification
What not to do during a tantrum
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Find out more about Chris Lake and Community for a Cause at communityforacause.org or connect on Instagram @community_for_a_cause.
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What to do when picky eating persists past toddlerhood
20 september 2023 · 20 min
Picky eating is a very common phase children go through, but what happens when it goes past what’s “normal” and persists past toodlerhood? I welcome Jennifer Friedman, Registered Pediatric Dietician and picky eating expert, and founder of @feedingpickyeaters to discuss: Lees meer
How our mindset impacts if a picky eater will try new food
How to use child-based play to introduce new foods
How to bridge preferences with new food exposure
For more watch Dr. Mona's "Does Spoon-Feeding Create Picky Eaters?" video on YouTube.
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Join me and countless other moms who have experienced the incredible difference Silverette Silver Cups can make. Just place them over your nipples in-between breastfeeding, and let them work their magic. The silver cups protect, soothe, and promote healing, all while letting your skin breathe. Remember to buy only the original and authentic Silverette. Visit their website today at Silveretteusa.com and use promo code PEDSDOCTALK to save 10% off your order!
Little Spoon
Little Spoon is a one stop shop for healthy, easy mealtime and snacktime for your baby, toddler and big kid, delivered right to your door. Get the BRAND NEW Lunchers - healthy meals with build it yourself lunches your kid will love, like Easy Cheesy Pizza, Chicken Dunkers or Chicken Nacho Dips. Go to littlespoon.com/pedsdoctalk and enter our code PEDSDOCTALK at checkout to get 30% OFF your first Little Spoon order.
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The things they don't teach you about breastfeeding in the hospital
13 september 2023 · 30 min
Breastfeeding is not always as straightforward as some may say. And part of this is managing expectations on what to expect at the hospital in terms of breastfeeding education. On this episode I welcome Kelly Kendall, a nurse, IBCLC, a founder of the @balancedboob to discuss structural limitations of breastfeeding education in hospitals. We discuss: Lees meer
Why we can’t rely on learning everything we need to know about breastfeeding in a hospital
Top tips for setting yourself up for success in early days of breastfeeding in the hospital
How to best prepare if you want to breastfeed your newborn
For more watch Dr. Mona's "The Worst Breast-Feeding Tip" video on YouTube.
Silverette
Join me and countless other moms who have experienced the incredible difference Silverette Silver Cups can make. Just place them over your nipples in-between breastfeeding, and let them work their magic. The silver cups protect, soothe, and promote healing, all while letting your skin breathe. Remember to buy only the original and authentic Silverette. Visit their website today at Silveretteusa.com and use promo code PEDSDOCTALK to save 10% off your order!
Little Spoon
Little Spoon is a one stop shop for healthy, easy mealtime and snacktime for your baby, toddler and big kid, delivered right to your door. Get the BRAND NEW Lunchers - healthy meals with build it yourself lunches your kid will love, like Easy Cheesy Pizza, Chicken Dunkers or Chicken Nacho Dips. Go to littlespoon.com/pedsdoctalk and enter our code PEDSDOCTALK at checkout to get 30% OFF your first Little Spoon order.
Sign up to Kelly's breastfeeding course Boob School and more on her website thebalancedboob.com or connect on Instagram @thebalancedboob
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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Being a mindful mama when everything around you is a dumpster fire
6 september 2023 · 24 min
Mindfulness seems to be the IT word lately, but why does it feel so daunting and overwhelming? I welcome Helene Kusman who is a mom, yoga teacher, reiki healer, with a masters in education to discuss how to be a mindful mama and why it helps us in a chaotic world. Lees meer
We discuss:
Misconceptions about mindfulness
Building mindfulness into your life
Mindfulness tips with newborns and beyond
Cozy Earth
Get ready for the ultimate upgrade in comfort and luxury with CozyEarth's bedding, loungewear and pajama collections! From cooling bamboo viscose sheets and indulgent silk pillows to cozy and stylish loungewear, Cozy Earth brings comfort to busy moms.
Right now, get up to 35% off site-wide using the code PEDSDOCTALK and treat yourself to the ultimate comfort at CozyEarth.com
Helene Kusman
Do Helene's 5 day Meditation Challenge, find out more at helenekusman.com or connect on Instagram @helenekusman
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The newborn hearing screen: why early detection and intervention of pediatric hearing loss is important
30 augustus 2023 · 21 min
Did you know newborn hearing screens are routine tests done in the hospital before your baby goes home? Sometimes, parents don’t realize it happens because they’re sleep-deprived but it does and it’s so important. I welcome Kelsey Kerkhove, a pediatric audiologist, to discuss: Lees meer
What happens during a newborn hearing screen and why it’s important
What happens if a baby doesn’t pass the screen
Risk factors for congenital hearing loss
Signs of childhood hearing loss later in childhood
Tabeeze
No more squeezing that onesie over your baby’s delicate head or twisting their little arms in and out of sleeves. With Tabeeze you simply unsnap the shoulder snaps and you're instantly ready to breastfeed or snuggle + it's made of 100% GOTS Certified Organic cotton! Visit Tabeeze.com and get 20% OFF your first order today by entering the promo code PDT20 at checkout.
Little Spoon
LITTLE SPOON is a one stop shop for healthy, easy mealtime and snacktime for your baby, toddler and big kid, delivered right to your door. Think: hidden veggie mac + cheese, chicken nuggets and adventurous eats like potstickers, gnocchi and more! Go to Littlespoon.com/pedsdoctalk and enter our code PEDSDOCTALK at checkout to get 30% OFF your first order.
Kelsey Kerkhove
Find out more about Kelsey at kelseykerkhoveaud.com or connect on Instagram @kelseykerkhove_aud
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Simplifying meal prep, planning, and feeding our kids
23 augustus 2023 · 35 min
Meal planning, shopping, prepping, and feeding our families can be met with a lot of stress. And it’s important to find ways to REMOVE the stress from the equation and bring joy back to meal-times. Lees meer
On this episode, I welcome Amy Palanjian. She is a mom, founder of Yummy Toddler Food, and author of the new book Dinnertime S.O.S. She joins me to discuss:
How to streamline meal prep for your family
How to reduce cost and waste when shopping
How to bring joy back to meal times (and less stress)
Cozy Earth
Get ready for the ultimate upgrade in comfort and luxury with CozyEarth's bedding, loungewear and pajama collections! From cooling bamboo viscose sheets and indulgent silk pillows to cozy and stylish loungewear, Cozy Earth brings comfort to busy moms.
Right now, get up to 35% off site-wide using the code PEDSDOCTALK and treat yourself to the ultimate comfort at CozyEarth.com
Amy Palanjian
Learn more about Amy and Yummy Toddler Food for tips and recipes at yummytoddlerfood.com or connect on Instagram @yummytoddlerfood
Get Amy's Book: Dinnertime SOS:100 Sanity-Saving Meals Parents and Kids of All Ages Will Actually Want to Eat (paid link)
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Why are breastfeeding rates so low in America?
16 augustus 2023 · 34 min
The United States has the lowest breastfeeding rates of most developed countries. And this is a fault of the systemic issues at play. I invited Amanda Gorman, founder and chief clinical officer at Nest Collaborative and Pediatric NP, to discuss: Lees meer
Why our rates of breastfeeding are so low in the U.S.
How the lack of paid family leave impacts these rates
How we can advocate for breastfeeding families
For more watch Dr. Mona's "The Worst Breast-Feeding Tip" video on YouTube.
Tabeeze
No more squeezing that onesie over your baby’s delicate head or twisting their little arms in and out of sleeves. With Tabeeze you simply unsnap the shoulder snaps and you're instantly ready to breastfeed or snuggle + it's made of 100% GOTS Certified Organic cotton! Get 20% off your first order today by entering the promo code PDT20 at checkout >>> Tabeeze.com
Amanda Gorman
Find out more about Amanda and Nest Collaborative at nestcollaborative.com , listen to Amanda's Podcast Breastfeeding unplugged or connect on Instagram @nestcollaborative
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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Not your Mother's Postpartum Book: The things no one talks about in the postpartum period
9 augustus 2023 · 30 min
We need to discuss some things about postpartum so we can normalize experiences. Lees meer
On this episode, I welcome Chelsea & Caitlin, founders of Mama Psychologists. They are best friends, authors, Registered Psychologists, and moms to discuss:
The things people don’t always talk about in postpartum
Why it’s important to discuss these things
How feeling less alone helps us as moms
Cozy Earth
Get ready for the ultimate upgrade in comfort and luxury with CozyEarth's bedding, loungewear and pajama collections! From cooling bamboo viscose sheets and indulgent silk pillows to cozy and stylish loungewear, Cozy Earth brings comfort to busy moms.
Right now, get up to 35% off site-wide using the code PEDSDOCTALK and treat yourself to the ultimate comfort at CozyEarth.com
Chelsea & Caitlin
Get the book: Not Your Mother’s Postpartum Book (paid link)
Find out more about Mama Psychologist at mamapsychologists.ca or connect on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter @mamapsychologists
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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Breast Milk production is not "easy" for everyone
2 augustus 2023 · 36 min
There is a misconception that breastfeeding comes easy to everyone who wants to do it. As an IBCLC, I know this is not the truth. I welcome Kaia Lacy, a certified lactation counselor, partner of The Low Milk Supply Foundation, and mother of two to normalize low milk supply in breastfeeding. Lees meer
We discuss:
The difference between primary and secondary low milk supply
Misconceptions about breastfeeding that can negatively impact a feeding journey
How combo-feeding can be helpful to many
For more watch Dr. Mona's "The Worst Breast-Feeding Tip" video on YouTube.
Junobie
If you're a breastfeeding mom, you know how vital it is to store your liquid gold safely and efficiently. Junobie's reusable silicone bags are BPA-free, leak-proof, and freezer safe – designed with you and your baby in mind - it's easy to pump on the go without worrying about spills or wasted milk. Visit junobie.com and use promo code PEDSDOCTALK10 for 10% off your first order.
Kaia Lacy
Find out more about Kaia and sign up to her workshops about Breastfeeding, Mindful Weaning and Combo-Feeding at lowsupplymom.com
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How Positive Parenting Positively impacts kids
26 juli 2023 · 25 min
Parenting requires compassion and self-reflection and on this episode I welcome Kobe Campbell, a licensed trauma therapist and author, to discuss ways positive parenting impacts our kids. We discuss: Lees meer
What positive parenting is
How it positively impacts kids and families
Why fear-based parenting doesn’t work
Why playfulness is so important for kids and parents
KicKee Pants
Get KicKee Pants award winning sleepwear, infant wear and undergarments, made from the softest hypoallergenic bamboo viscose!
Save $15 with your first purchase with code PEDSTALK at Kickeepants.com
Kobe Campbell
Find out more about Kobe at www.kobecampbell.com or connect with her on Instagram @kobecampbell_
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link)
And don’t forget to follow @pedsdoctalkpodcast on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support.
We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website.
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