The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician Mom
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"How to approach parenting of unique children?"
14 november 2022 · 42 min
No two humans are completely alike. Even amongst twins, we know that people have various temperaments and traits that make them who they are. On this episode, I welcome a mom from the PDT community to discuss how to approach parenting with two unique children. We discuss: Lees meer
The guilt of feeling your time can’t be devoted to all children equally
Understanding the unique needs of your child
Mindset tips to bring more peace and joy as you navigate parenting multiple kids
Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood.
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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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.
And thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
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Managing Health Anxiety
9 november 2022 · 51 min
On this highly requested Finding Joy episode, I tackle health anxiety. Having had a child with stroke and seizure and dealing with repetitive viral illnesses over the last year, I offer some support and reframe when approaching worries around our child’s health. I discuss: Lees meer
Why health anxiety is common and difficult
What about our child getting sick makes us worried, frustrated, or gives us guilt and how to reframe
Three strategies to be more mindful during illness and around threats to our child’s health
Birth Story: https://pedsdoctalk.com/ryaans-birth-story/
Podcast about Repetitive illnesses: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/monday-mornings-with-dr-mona-why-is-my-kid-always-sick/id1501057527?i=1000549494964
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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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.
And thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC
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"How to manage physical tantrums?"
7 november 2022 · 41 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, I speak with Rychelle about her 3-year-old son who has big feelings and with that can sometimes come some physical tantrums. Lees meer
In this episode we discuss:
Respecting differences in temperament of children
Mistakes we make during physical tantrums
Why pivoting to other discipline interventions is important
I end each episode with three parenting principles. These principles can be used in various parenting situations, but I explain how the three principles I chose apply to navigating physical tantrums
For more watch Dr. Mona's "Toddler Public Tantrums Happen" video on YouTube.
Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. The Toddler Courses will help you through the toddler stage!
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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.
Thanks to today's sponsor Bobbie. Visit hibobbie.com and find out more about their fantastic Organic Baby Formula.
And thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
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Triggers unloaded when you become a parent
2 november 2022 · 47 min
All human relationships we carry can open up triggers from our past. Parenting is one of those moments where we may realize the good and the not so good we have carrier from our childhood. On this episode, I talk with Patrick Teahan who is a licensed clinical social worker and father about HOW and WHY parenting can open up triggers from childhood. Lees meer
We discuss:
The subtle and not so subtle ways parenting opens up childhood triggers
What “inner-child” work is and why it’s important when you become a parent
How to approach triggers that arise in parenting in a healthy way
You can sign up to Patricks Monthly Healing Community at patrickteahantherapy.gumroad.com/l/monthlyhealingcircle
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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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.
Thanks to today's sponsor Cozy Earth. Visit cozyearth.com and get a 35% discount when you check out with the code: PEDSDOCTALK
And thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
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"How to handle separation anxiety in my toddler at bedtime?"
31 oktober 2022 · 46 min
Your amazing sleeper becomes a toddler and suddenly needs you all the time at bedtime or during the night. Is something wrong? How do we get them back to independent sleep? I speak with Amna, a mom from the PDT community about her 26 months old daughter and separation anxiety she’s having at bedtime. Lees meer
We discuss:
Why daytime connection and boundaries matter for bedtime
How to approach their disapproval with boundaries
Strategies to provide some control for your toddler while you maintain boundaries
For more watch Dr. Mona's "Separation Anxiety in Children: How to Manage" video on YouTube.
Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. The Toddler Courses will help you through the toddler stage!
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
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Preparing children for medical procedures (vaccines, surgeries, etc) and how to explain it to them
26 oktober 2022 · 34 min
In our lives we will at some point have to receive vaccines, a medical procedure, or do something that is out of our comfort zone. For some children, getting a vaccine or medical procedure can be tough. I invited Katie Taylor who is a certified child life specialist, CEO of Child Life on Call, And the host of The Child Life on Call Podcast to discuss how we can approach vaccines and medical procedures with our child. Lees meer
We discuss:
How to prepare our children for vaccines and other medical procedures
What NOT to say
Focusing on development to aid in approach
If you'd like to find out more about Katie Taylor and Child Life on Call, visit the website at Childlifeoncall.com, listen to the Podcast or follow her on Instagram @childlifeoncall
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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.
Thanks to today's sponsor Bobbie. Visit hibobbie.com and find out more about their fantastic Organic Baby Formula.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC
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"How to manage Screen-time related tantrums?"
24 oktober 2022 · 37 min
Screens have a place in our lives, but it is important to set boundaries with them and be consistent with those boundaries. But what happens when your child is having tantrum after tantrum with wanting to watch the screen? Lees meer
I invited a mom from The PDT community to chat about screen-time related tantrums. We discuss:
How to give some power and autonomy during boundary setting
Why children and parents fall into these power struggles
How to hold your screen-time boundaries
For more, watch Dr. Mona's "Toddler Public Tantrums Happen" YouTube video.
Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. The Toddlers and Tantrums Course will help you manage toddler tantrums and behaviors.
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
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How People-Pleasing negatively impacts motherhood
19 oktober 2022 · 33 min
On the Finding Joy Series, I I discuss the real-life ups and downs we experience as mothers, parents, and in life, how to be more mindful, and how to change our mindset to cause change. People-pleasing is a common learned behavior and it can have negative impacts. Tune in as I discuss: Lees meer
Characteristics of a people-pleaser
How it negatively impacts motherhood
How you can be kind, but not be a people-pleaser
How to create healthy boundaries to regain time and mental space
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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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.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
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"How to set boundaries when my child doesn't understand "no"?"
17 oktober 2022 · 26 min
We’ve all been there or will be there: When you don’t want your child to do something, say “no” and your child keeps doing it. On this episode, I speak with Susmitha about her 22-month-old son who keeps doing activities after she says no. We discuss: Lees meer
How to approach boundaries by allowing more opportunities for “yes”
What happens in the toddler brain when we say “No!”
How to approach boundaries to actually see long-term change
Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during your parenting journey.
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC
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Creating connection and attachment with your child(ren) without losing yourself
12 oktober 2022 · 39 min
There is a lot of buzz around “secure attachment” that commonly gets misconstrued in the parenting space and on social media. I speak with Jamie, a registered child psychologist and mom to discuss how we can create connection and attachment without losing ourselves Lees meer
We discuss:
Misconceptions about secure attachment
How to foster secure attachment in our everyday lives
What emotional responsiveness is
Connect with Jamie via her website www.imaginepsychology.com or Instagram @imaginepsychology
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC
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"How can I filter out all the noise and listen to my own wants as a mom?"
10 oktober 2022 · 45 min
I love speaking with expecting moms about to start their motherhood journey. On this episode, I speak with Deepika who is 37 weeks pregnant about filtering out all the noise, opinions, and information out there to find your own voice as a mom. Lees meer
We discuss:
Why motherhood and parenting can seem so overwhelming
How to take all the information you have and apply it
Why looking at the big picture and having perspective can be healing
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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.
Thanks to today's sponsor Cozy Earth. Visit cozyearth.com and get a 35% discount when you check out with the code: PEDSDOCTALK
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC
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Are essential oils essentially bad?
28 september 2022 · 39 min
I invited Jen Novakovich, a cosmetic chemist, science communicator, and founder of The EcoWell to discuss the truth and safety of essential oils. Lees meer
We discuss:
Concern with marketing around essential oils
Risk for using essential oils
What to consider if you do use essential oils
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.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
https://brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC
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"How can I embrace my shy child?"
26 september 2022 · 42 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona I talk with a mom about how to embrace her shy child. We discuss: Lees meer
The genetics of personality traits
How to normalize and embrace shyness in children
What society gets wrong about shy individuals
How to redirect other’s comments about your shy child
How to open up your shy child to new situations
Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. The Toddler Courses will help you through the toddler stage!
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
https://brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC
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Why arguing with family isn't the worst thing in the world
21 september 2022 · 28 min
We give disagreements a bad rep, but they actually can be VERY healthy when done correctly. Arguing is often associated with disagreements with yelling and high emotions, but disagreements can provide growth for all those involved. I invited Lynda Cormier-Hanser, a speaker, author, non-profit founder, wife, and mother to discuss: Lees meer
Why disagreements are healthy
What families can learn from disagreements
How to “argue” in a fair way
What SHOULD be the desired outcomes from “arguments”
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.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
https://brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC
Stay connected with Lynda on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or her website: lyndacormier.com
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"How to find peace when you lack a support system as a mom?"
19 september 2022 · 38 min
Motherhood can oftentimes feel isolating. It can feel more isolating if you don’t have a community (or that village everyone talks about in parenting) to lean on. I welcome Natasha, who is a mother of a 1-year-old and lives in Germany. She lacks that physical support system (friends and relatives) and we discuss: Lees meer
Why not having this support system is so hard
How to reframe when we find ourselves comparing our situation to others
Reframing guilt when you want help as a mom
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter!
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.
Thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food’s line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:
https://brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC
You might also be interested in:
Episode 122: Finding Joy: Marriage and Parenting with my husband
MONDAY MORNINGS WITH DR. MONA: 10 Tips for navigating motherhood when you don't have that proverbial village
Blog Post: Navigating motherhood when you don’t have “a village”
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Why we need to stop saying “I'll be happy when”
14 september 2022 · 25 min
On the Finding Joy Series, I I discuss the real-life ups and downs we experience as mothers, parents, and in life, how to be more mindful, and how to change our mindset to cause change. I discuss: Lees meer
The difference between happiness and joy
How joy can be self-created and not based on external circumstances
Managing expectations AND still celebrating wins
Why we need to stop using the phrase,”I'll be happy when”
Make sure to listen to the wrap-up as I share principles that can apply to many various parenting scenarios and for this case—overcoming advancing food anxiety
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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"What is happening in the toddler brain during “the terrible twos” and as a “threenager?"
12 september 2022 · 39 min
I welcome Hillary, a mom from the PedsDocTalk community to chat about why toddlers are the way they are especially those two-year-olds and three-year olds. We discuss: Lees meer
What’s happening developmentally in the toddler brain
Why is it important for a parent to understand toddler development in parenting
Strategies to use this development for parenting wins
Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. The Toddler Courses will help you through the toddler stage!
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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How to raise an emotionally aware child
7 september 2022 · 27 min
It isn’t hard to raise an emotionally aware child, yet so many find barriers to doing so. I welcome Dr. Sarah Aboudara who is a school psychologist and licensed clinical psychologist to talk about raising an emotional aware child. We discuss: Lees meer
What it means to raise an emotionally aware child
Why parents struggle with this
Steps to creating emotional awareness for our infants and beyond
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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“Why am I always complaining as a mom?”
5 september 2022 · 44 min
Do you ever feel like you’re constantly complaining as a mom? Do you ever get caught in that cycle of negativity? I talk with Vera about undoing that cycle of negativity and why we may find ourselves complaining so much as mothers. Lees meer
We discuss:
Why motherhood may turn us into complainers
Strategies to create more space and boundaries in our lives
How to effectively reframe negative situations
How to break the cycle of negativity that leads us to feel like we’re constantly complaining
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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Do babies really need sleep-training or will they learn on their own?
31 augustus 2022 · 35 min
Do babies really need sleep-training or sleep-teaching or will they eventually learn on their own. I invited Dr. Sarah Mitchell the creator of The Helping Babies Sleep Method to discuss: Lees meer
Infant sleep and physiology
When a should parent consider help in sleep-teaching
Why sleep is beneficial
Quick simple 6 question sleep quiz with personalized responses: helpingbabiessleep.com/sleep-quiz
Website: helpingbabiessleep.com
Online sleep school: helpingbabiessleepschool.com
Instagram: @helpingbabiessleep
For more watch Dr. Mona's "5 Must-Follow Tips for Newborn Sleep" video on YouTube.
Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube.
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"How can I overcome advancing of food textures anxiety?"
29 augustus 2022 · 51 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, I'm talking with Anna about overcoming her fear of advancing solids for her 11.5 due to her fears of choking. This is a common fear and we go over how to mindfully overcome this with tips, tricks, and know-how. Lees meer
We discuss:
How to overcome fears of advancing food and choking
How to prepare food with safety and time In mind
How to handle distracted eating
The importance of modeling eating behaviors
How to encourage self-regulation with meals
Make sure to listen to the wrap-up as I share principles that can apply to many various parenting scenarios and for this case—overcoming advancing food anxiety.
For more watch Dr. Mona's "Does Spoon-Feeding Create Picky Eaters?" video on YouTube.
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Why has motherhood made me feel so overstimulated?
24 augustus 2022 · 40 min
Have you felt overstimulated as a parent? I think we’ve all been there. I welcome Dr. Cassidy who is a licensed marriage and family therapist to talk about overstimulation in parenthood (and especially motherhood). Lees meer
We discuss:
What overstimulation looks like in parenthood
The important first step in managing overstimulation
Coping mechanisms for overstimulation
What not to do when overstimulated
More from Cassidy at drcassidymft.com, on the Holding Space Podcast and Instagram @drcassidy
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Re-parenting ourselves as we parent our son (conversation with my husband)
17 augustus 2022 · 46 min
On this episode of The Finding Joy series, I bring back my husband to discuss a very important aspect of parenting. The importance of re-parenting ourselves as we parent our son. We discuss the cycles we are trying to break with our son as we simultaneously work on ourselves. Lees meer
We discuss the generational trauma of:
Body image insecurities
Comparison
Anger and yelling
No space for emotions
And pressure to be high-achieving in careers
The Finding Joy Series is a series to promote self-growth and self-reflection as we parent our littles. Here are two related episodes to check out:
Episode 122: Finding Joy: Marriage and Parenting with my husband
Episode 107: Finding Joy. Why forgiveness is so powerful in healing and self-growth
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How the American school system is failing our kids
10 augustus 2022 · 58 min
I welcome Lauren Smith, a former educator and current nationally certified school psychologist to talk about how and why our American school system needs to change. From testing to the lack of resources to mental health — there’s so much to unpack. Lees meer
We discuss:
Limitations to American school system education
How the school system is failing our children
Why school systems are overwhelmed
How the American school system is fueling anxiety
Follow Lauren on Instagram @psychedforschool
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"How to handle the resentment of the societal expectations of motherhood?"
8 augustus 2022 · 41 min
I welcome a mom who struggles with resentment towards societal gender roles and expectations of being a mom. Lees meer
We discuss:
How to handle unreasonable societal expectations for mothers
How to communicate with loved ones or partner for needs
How to combat resentment in motherhood
You might also be interested in:
E73: Is Mom Brain real? And how can we relax into our new self?
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Avoiding Motherhood Perfectionism
3 augustus 2022 · 29 min
So many mothers feel they have to do everything “perfect” as a mom. Where does this come from? Society? Our childhood? Our work-culture? In this episode, I welcome Michelle Kenney who is a former teacher and high school counselor, mother, and a recovering perfectionist and control freak to talk all about how motherhood perfectionism is ruining motherhood and how to combat it. Lees meer
We discuss:
Why we get caught up in trying to be a “perfect” parent
How to approach motherhood instead
How to look at motherhood with a growth-mindset
Find out more about The Yelling Cure, Michelle's Podcast or follow her on Facebook and Instagram @peaceandparenting.
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Is ISR (Infant Swimming Resource) really okay for kids and how does it differ from traditional swim classes?
27 juli 2022 · 54 min
ISR is gaining popularity in the U.S. As a Pediatrician in Florida, I know many families who have signed up for ISR classes for their children. We also started it but had to cancel due to the commute and weather delays. Lees meer
But, there are a lot of misconceptions about ISR. I invited Erika Wilson, ISR instructor and owner of @seastarisr to discuss all things ISR and why it should be a swimming educational resource option for all families.
We discuss:
What Infant swimming resource (ISR) is and when you can start
Misconceptions about ISR
The benefits of ISR
How it differs from traditional swim classes
Questions to ask swim school/instructor to ensure survival skills
The risks of puddle jumpers and what to do instead
Things to consider when signing up for an ISR class
ISR is not available for all families in terms of time and finances.
Water safety with swim classes and supervision are important for all children.
For more, listen to Episode 82
To read more about ISR and Erika’s company @seastarisr:
seastarisr.com
To find an ISR instructor in your area:
locator.infantswim.com
For ISR scholarships:
thesylasproject.org
judahbrownproject.org
livelikejake.com
isrswimbabies.com/scholarship-partners
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"How to find balance in life after becoming a mom"
25 juli 2022 · 39 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, I am talking with Christine about finding balance in our identities as mothers and why it’s so important Lees meer
We discuss:
Why balancing our identities is so hard as mothers
Why our other identities besides being a mother matter
How to reframe guilt when creating this balance
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5 Ways social media affects our parental mental health and how to bring back peace
20 juli 2022 · 43 min
Social media is a blessing, but it can also rob you of your joy as a parent if you’re not aware of its negative impacts. Lees meer
On this episode, I discuss why I feel social media can be harmful to parental (especially maternal mental health) and how to create balance to reclaim our joy as we consume or share on social media.
Links & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0747563216309104
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"I'm feeling disrespected when my 3-year old doesn't listen"
18 juli 2022 · 43 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, I am talking with Kaylee about how she feels disrespected when her 3-year old doesn’t listen. Lees meer
We discuss:
How to not take our child’s behavior personally
How to give a three-year old control when trying to set boundaries
The importance of boundary setting and how to approach them
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Why is my pediatrician so burnt out? Is concierge medicine the future?
13 juli 2022 · 40 min
Let’s call a spade a spade here. Your Pediatrician is burnt out. Low insurance reimbursement, low salaries compared to other medical specialties, long hours, and the stress and worry of the job have led a lot of Pediatricians to cut their hours or leave the workforce. I speak with Dr. Elliston, a former colleague of mine and founder of @ellistonpediatrics. He left traditional pediatric medicine to start a large and thriving Concierge Medicine practice in NYC. Lees meer
We discuss:
Why doctors are burnt out and why the system is failing us and patients
What are the benefits of concierge medicine
How does it work with insurance and for emergencies
Find out more about Dr. Andrew Elliston at ellistonpediatrics.com or via Instagram @ellistonpediatrics
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"What happened to my 21-month old who used to be a great sleeper?"
11 juli 2022 · 34 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, I talk to Jeanna about her 21-month old son who used to be a great sleeper and suddenly is going through a sleep regression. Lees meer
We discuss:
Why toddlers have sleep regressions
The biggest pitfall parents make when approaching regressions
Proper boundary setting with sleep to reach your goals
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The good and bad of screen-time for child health and development
6 juli 2022 · 34 min
I welcome Penny Merenge, a Nurse Practitioner, a passionate advocate for early childhood education and digital wellness, and founder of @screens_n_kids to discuss how to balance screen-time to protect the mental and physical health of our children. Lees meer
We discuss:
The SPOIL method and how it relates to child development
Why we don’t love the term “screen-time rules”
Some things to consider when choosing to use screens
Times to consider limiting screens
For more, listen to episode 111 and 118
Find Penny Merenge online at screensnkids.com and on Instagram @screens_n_kids.
For more watch Dr. Mona's "Is Screen Time Harmful?" video on YouTube.
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The power (and misconceptions) of routines for children
29 juni 2022 · 33 min
You’ve probably heard routines are very important for toddlers, but do you know why? I welcome Jessica, a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and founder of @rootedinroutine to discuss why routines are useful and misconceptions surrounding routines. Lees meer
We discuss:
Why routines are helpful for toddlers
Why they are helpful for YOU
Some non-negotiables when it comes to routines
Misconceptions about routines
Find out more about Jessica on her Instagram @rootedinroutine or her website rootedinroutine.com
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How to help a 4-year old picky (or selective) eater try new foods
27 juni 2022 · 40 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, I talk to Megan about her four-year-old and his picky eating. I like to call it “selective or preferential eating because picky eating gets a bad connotation. So, let’s reframe how we approach this together. Lees meer
We discuss:
Why our biases with meals/food matter
The power of allowing some control for our children
Why pressure backfires
Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. The Picky Eating Playbook offers strategies for toddler feeding and reducing mealtime battles.
For more watch Dr. Mona's "Stop Doing This When Talking About Food" video on YouTube.
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How to stay connected to purpose and joy in chaotic times
22 juni 2022 · 31 min
In today’s episode I am talking to Lynda Cormier-Hanser, a business owner, speaker/trainer, author, non profit founder, wife and proud mother of 2. Of her many accomplishments, she is most proud of achieving work/life balance, and the quality of her relationships with her two adult daughters, husband, ex-husband, extended family and connection to her community. We will talk about: Lees meer
How to find purpose during chaos
Misconceptions about positivity
How to re-define grief
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Feeling tapped out as a working mom
20 juni 2022 · 33 min
In this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, I am talking to Kayla who is struggling to find the energy and balance between working and motherhood. We will discuss: Lees meer
Compassion fatigue
How to create more mental space in our busy days
How to reframe our approach to our daily activities
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Finding Joy in Marriage and Parenting: A conversation with my husband
15 juni 2022 · 48 min
In this episode of FINDING JOY I am talking to my husband about marriage and parenting, covering: Lees meer
How we connect in marriage amidst busy schedules and parenting
The importance of emotional check-ins
The biggest mindset shifts we made through marriage
How we make our differences work for us
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"What to do about my 18-month old who bites, hits, and kicks?"
13 juni 2022 · 31 min
In this episode I am talking to Leah, the mom of 18 month old Isla. Leah is struggling to find a way to stop Isla from scratching, hitting, and kicking. Lees meer
In this episode we will be talking about different approaches to make an 18 month old understand not to hurt.
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Does my toddler have ADHD? How young is too young?
8 juni 2022 · 33 min
In this episode I am talking to Dr. Carrie Jackson, a licensed child psychologist and coach. She has first hand experience of a life with ADHD and coaches parents how to rebuild their relationship with their kids with ADHD. We will cover: Lees meer
What is ADHD
How to recognise ADHD
Age of diagnosis
Is ADHD hereditary
You can find Dr. Carrie Jackson on Instagram @the.parent.therapist or via her website: iparentadhd.com
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When life keeps handing you lemons and you’re tired of making damn lemonade
1 juni 2022 · 34 min
In this episode I am talking about what to do when the bad news don't seem to end and you are getting tired and frustrated and don’t know how to be optimistic anymore. Lees meer
I also talk about the phrase “everything happens for a reason” and how this phrase is misused.
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Sibling Jealousy
30 mei 2022 · 15 min
On today's episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, I’m answering Hannah’s questions. She is the mom of two boys and her younger 1.5 year old son shows jealous and even aggressive behavior when she gives any attention to his older brother. Lees meer
I will be covering:
How to normalize temperament and foster change when a toddler shows aggression
How to deal with and help a toddler with jealousy
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Are reward systems for children really THAT bad?
25 mei 2022 · 33 min
In this episode I am talking to Dr. Jenicka, a Neuropsychologist & Clinical Scientist who made it her mission to help moms with evidence-based mental health and toddler tips. Today we are discussing: Lees meer
Different reward systems
Why do reward systems have such a bad reputation
The benefits of using reward systems
How can a reward system work for something like potty training
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The misconceptions about playtime and child development
18 mei 2022 · 46 min
In today’s episode I’m talking to Susie Allison, the woman behind Busy Toddler. As a former teacher and mom of 3 kids, she is an advocate for early childhood education and made it her mission to bring hands-on learning and play back to childhood, support others in their parenting journey, and help everyone make it to nap time. We discussed the following: Lees meer
Why it’s okay not to love playtime
Why you don’t need to play with kids all day long
Not all kids are great at independent play from the start
How to use playtime/awake time to complete chores
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Nightmares vs. night terrors
16 mei 2022 · 15 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, a mom calls in because her 22 months old daughter has started to wake up at night screaming and she is unsure if this is separation anxiety, a nightmare, or a sleep terror. Lees meer
I’ll explain the difference between a common sleep regression, nightmares and night terrors, what causes them to happen to toddlers, and how to support them.
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Baby led weaning made easy and enjoyable with Author Jenna Helwig
11 mei 2022 · 36 min
In this episode I am talking to Jenna Helwig, the food director at ‘Real Simple’ magazine, the mom of a 1 one year old and author of 3 fantastic cookbooks. Besides others she wrote the number one bestseller ‘Baby Led Feeding’ and that is the main reason I’m so excited to talk to her about: Lees meer
What is baby-led weaning?
The biggest mistakes while baby led weaning
How to make the process more simple and enjoyable
How to simplify food preparation
The difference between meal prepping and meal planning
Favorite supermarket shortcuts
How to minimize food waste
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5 values that will bring you more peace and confidence in your life and as a mom
4 mei 2022 · 28 min
This may be my favorite Finding Joy episode for you: 5 ways (values) we can bring ourselves more joy and peace as a mom. Lees meer
This episode tackles our emotions and values, the way we view ourselves, and the way we view struggle to give ourselves more grace and peace through our parenting journey.
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5 Tips for Making Brushing Teeth Fun and not a Fight
2 mei 2022 · 18 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, a mother of a 2 year old calls in about how to make brushing a toddler's teeth happen without a fight Lees meer
I normalize this common phase in kids and explain ways to approach this with Five Tips to Making Brushing Teeth Fun and not a Fight.
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How social media has harmed public health
27 april 2022 · 47 min
On this episode I welcome Dr. Jessica Steier, a public-health expert, and Dr. Andrea Love, an immunology expert. They are the hosts of Unbiased Science, a podcast devoted to objective, critical appraisal of available evidence on health-related topics relevant to listeners’ daily lives. We discuss the following: Lees meer
What could have been done differently in this pandemic
The difference between misinformation and disinformation
What’s next in this pandemic
Why debunking information is so difficult as science-educators
What it means when a pandemic becomes endemic
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"How will postpartum depression impact my child's development?"
25 april 2022 · 16 min
On this episode of Monday Mornings with Dr. Mona, a mother of a 1 year old calls in to ask bout the impact her postpartum depression can have on the development of her child. Lees meer
I discuss why maternal (and parental mental) health matters and what we see for the developmental impact for kids.
A few resources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2724169/
https://www.rikidscount.org/Portals/0/Uploads/Documents/Issue%20Briefs/3.18%20Maternal%20Depression%20Update.pdf
https://www.ncsl.org/research/human-services/from-pregnancy-to-postpartum-the-effects-of-maternal-depression-on-mothers-infants-and-toddlers.aspx
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