The PedsDocTalk Podcast: Child Health, Development & Parenting—From a Pediatrician Mom

On this episode, I welcome Theresa from Montessori in Real Life and we discuss bringing Montessori philosophies into your home. 

We also discuss: 

• When to start Montessori at home 
• How to incorporate Montessori into your home 
• The benefits of a Montessori education vs. other methods of early childhood education
• The overall Montessori philosophy of education 

Follow Theresa on Instagram, @montessoriinreallife, or https://www.instagram.com/montessoriinreallife/ and check out her website https://www.montessoriinreallife.com/. 

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On this episode, I welcome Carla Naumburg, author of How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t With your Kids. In addition to being an author, Carla is a clinical social worker and mother of two girls. 

We discuss the following (and so much more):

• Why we lose our cool with our kids 
• The importance of self-care and sleep 
• Fight fright flight freak out 
• Screentime 
• Independent play
• Attunement 
• Common humanity 

For more information, please visit https://www.carlanaumburg.com/ or follow Carla on Instagram @carlanaumburg. 

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On this episode, I welcome Dr. Tim Schrader, the medical director of the Hip Program at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, to discuss Hip Dysplasia. 

We discuss the following (and so much more):

• What hip dysplasia is and how common it is 
• The risk factors 
• Why girls might be a higher risk factor than boys 
• How to properly swaddle 
• Infant carriers 
• Treatment and management options

For more information on swaddling, go to https://www.choa.org/swaddling. 

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I welcome back Jessica Lahey to discuss her New York Times Bestselling Book, "The Gift of Failure: Learning to Let Go so our children can succeed."

We discuss the following (and so much more):

• Why is society so fixated on points and scores rather than the actual process of learning?
• What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivators and why are they important? 
• What is the difference between autonomy and independence?
• What other options do you have if you don’t bribe, nag, or impose punishment in order to get kids to do what we want them to do?

For more about Jessica Lahey and her work, visit 

https://www.jessicalahey.com/ or follow her on Instagram @teacherlahey 

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In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, I welcome Dr. Jasmine Johnson (@mrsmommymd on Instagram). a Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellow with a focus on women’s health disparities. 

Her research looks at the disparities that exist for Black women in pregnancy, labor and delivery.

Systemic Racism is a reality and healthcare plays a huge part of this.

Racism and bias can play a huge roll in the outcomes of Black mothers. 

In this episode we discuss:

1. Why it's important that we discuss systemic racism as it relates to healthcare.

2. Research in racism and pregnancy outcomes. 

3. Breastfeeding statistics for Black women compared to non-Black women.

4. How systemic racism put Black women, especially Black pregnant women, at a disadvantage. 

5. Why systemic racism effects us all.

6. What we can do to cause change. 

Further reading:

https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/68/wr/mm6834a3.htm

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/racial-disparities-persist-for-breastfeeding-moms-heres-why

https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html

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On this episode of "A Mother's Message," I welcome Lori, who was diagnosed with autism as an adult. We discuss what prompted her to get evaluated for autism, what the diagnosis meant for her, how it helped her to have this diagnosis, and a message to all regarding autism. 

As a reminder, this is the perspective of only one autistic adult. It's important that in honoring neurodiversity, we remember to open up our minds and conversations about neurodiversity and that includes interacting with various neurodiverse adults and children. 

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Autism Traits and Characteristics" video on YouTube.

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On this episode, I welcome Katie. 

As part of my "A Mother's Message" series, I welcome moms to discuss things they would like to share with their world. This series is meant to inspire and educate moms through the experiences we go through as mother. Our hope is to also spread acceptance of diversity, especially neurodiversity, in honor of Autism Acceptance Month. 

Tune in as we talk about when her daughter was diagnosed with autism, the process in getting the diagnosis, how she navigated the process, and a message she has for parents of both neurotypical and neuroatypical children. 

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Autism Traits and Characteristics" video on YouTube.

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In honor of Autism Acceptance and acceptance of neurodiversity, I invited Dr Tamar Nazarian Chorbadjian, a Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician. 

We discuss the following:

• The role of a Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician in taking care of neurodiverse children
• The current statistics of autism and why we think we are seeing higher rates now
• Known risk factors 
• How the diagnosis is made 
• Misinformation regarding autism 
• The importance of establishing services early for a child. 

Tune in to learn about autism and make sure to follow us @pedsdoctalk and @drtamardbp to continue the conversation

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Autism Traits and Characteristics" video on YouTube.

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On this episode in honor of Autism Acceptance month, I welcome Andi Putt (@mrsspeechiep on Instagram) . She is a pediatric speech language pathologist who conducts Autism evaluations and is a neurodiversity advocate.

I welcome her to discuss the following:

• What is identity-first versus person-first language?
• Outdated terminology when discussing our autistic community
• Biggest misconceptions regarding autism
• Common characteristics with a breakdown of questions that your Pediatrician may ask or screen for during well-visits

Tune in to learn more and make sure to follow us on Instagram (@pedsdoctalk and @mrsspeechiep) 

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Autism Traits and Characteristics" video on YouTube.

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A person's breastfeeding journey can be filled with so many emotions.

Choosing to wean your baby from breastfeeding can be filled with excitement, sadness, nerves, and/or guilt.

Every woman is different in how she feels when this time of her and her child's life transitions and it's important to recognize these spectrum of feelings as normal and valid.

On this episode, I welcome back IBCLC Melissa Mancini (@more_than_milk on Instagram). 

We discuss how mothers decide the time is best for them to wean, some tips on how to wean, and we discuss the emotional aspects of weaning that are not always talked about.

For more watch Dr. Mona's "How to Introduce a Cup" video on YouTube.

Check out the PedsDocTalk Courses for more information, tips, and support along your parenting journey.

Thank you to our sponsor: BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode. 

To schedule your first therapy session, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/peds to get 10% off your first month 

Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by ⁠⁠subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube⁠⁠.

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One of my favorite things about this podcast is meeting and talking to other experts in the field of pediatrics. 

There is no better expert than a mom. 

I started this series: "A mother's message" to invite mothers to share their stories. 

Our stories can help others and I am so excited to welcome @abbyrosegreen in honor of World Down syndrome Day. 

We discuss her family's journey when they found out their son has Down syndrome, the misconceptions out there regarding Down syndrome, and some of the invisible struggles that others may not realize. 

Abby's message is so important for the world to hear and I'm so honored she joined me today for this very important epiosde.

Abby co-hosts her own podcast, called HERself sharing stories and motivation for every woman.

Make sure to follow her on Instagram @abbyrosegreen and subscribe to her podcast to be inspired! 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/herself/id1489878793

Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by ⁠⁠subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube⁠⁠.

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March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day. A day to recognize and spread awareness of those with Down syndrome. 

THIS EPISODE IS PART 1 OF 2 EPISODES: MAKE SURE TO LISTEN TO EPISODE 58: A MOTHER'S MESSAGE-DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS. 

In honor of this, I welcome Dr. Sajel Lala (@Lalagenetics on Instagram). We discuss Down syndrome statistics, risk factors, how the diagnosis can be made, what is monitored through the child's life, and some misconceptions about those with Down syndrome.

Make sure to listen to Episode 58 for more insight and awareness celebrating World Down syndrome Day. 

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It is the year anniversary of this pandemic being declared by the WHO. We have seen many lives lost, many families impacted, and are always being required to stay flexible with changing guidance, research, and data.

When it comes to kids, many parents have felt like guidance has been lacking. 

We know kids are not severely affected with complications as much as older adults, but they are at risk of getting this illness. And some risk is still risk.

I invited Jessica Malaty Rivera (@jessicamalatyrivera on Instagram), who is an Infectious Disease Epidemiologist, Science Communication Lead at The COVID Tracking Project, and mother. 

We discuss the pandemic as it stands and what it means for our children and some of the following:

• What does Jessica do as an infectious disease epidemiologist?
• When do we foresee kids receiving the vaccines?
• Is there a chance kids won't need the vaccine?
• Why is it important to test the vaccine in children?
• Why is a vaccine important for kids even if they are not as affected by severe disease? 
• What has been the hardest part of being on social media and spreading evidence-based information during this pandemic? 
• How to most recent CDC guidelines (From March 8th) regarding vaccinated adults impacts those with children. 

Tune in and make sure to follow us @jessicamalatyrivera and @pedsdoctalk for more COVID-related education! 

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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. 

Thank you to our sponsor: BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode. 

To schedule your first therapy session, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/peds to get 10% off your first month 

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Am I giving my child a well-rounded diet?

How much salt and seasonings is okay?

What is the deal with marketing for kid's foods and why is it a problem?

How can we balance "convenience" foods and healthy foods?

These are all common questions I get asked as a Pediatrician and on my Instagram @pedsdoctalk. I welcome Monica Auslander (@eatlikemonica on Instagram). She is a Registered Dietician and founder of Essence Nutrition.

We both discuss food-shopping for our families, how to be a more conscious food shopper, and how to remove the guilt surrounding what we feed our kids.

Make sure to follow @eatlikemonica and @pedsdoctalk for more! 

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As an OB and Pediatrician, a common assumption of us two doctor moms is that we have it all figured out. 

Not. Always. 

I welcome my friend Dr. Marta Perez (on Instragram as @dr.martaperez), who is an OB and new mom. We chat about motherhood and everything that got us here today. 

We share a heart-to-heart about the assumptions that are made of us as physicians and doctor moms. 

• Did we fear pregnancy, labor, or motherhood?
• Did we experience anxiety in pregnancy or postpartum even with all we know?
• Do we experience momma guilt?
• Did we empathize more with our patients after our experiences being pregnant and becoming a mom?

Dr. Marta Perez and I break it all down and also educate about the real deal--the truth behind pregnancy, labor, delivery, and motherhood!

Check out the PedsDocTalk New Mom's Survival Guide for help navigating the first year of parenthood. 

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As parents, one of our hopes is to allow our children to live a long and healthy life.

Part of this, is creating heart healthy habits for our children.

I welcome Dr. Renee Rodriguez (Paro), who is a Pediatric Cardiologist and mom, to talk all about how we promote heart healthy habits for our patients and our own families.

We discuss the importance of creating heart-healthy habits and offer simple ways to make this a possibility for your family.

• What are some ways we can create heart-healthy habits?
• Why is this important?
• How can we teach our children the importance of this?
• What are screening tests done in Pediatrics for heart health?
• What do Pediatric Cardiologists do as a specialty?

Tune in as we discuss heart health for our children in honor of American Heart Month 

Make sure to follow @pedsdoctalk and @drreneeparo on Instagram for more tips! 

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Oh toddler sleep!

This can be a struggle for many families. Perhaps you had an infant who was a 'great' sleeper and is now going through a regression OR you want to teach your toddler to fall asleep independently for the first time. Toddler sleep issues can be a struggle. 

I welcome Victoria from Bella Luna Family, who is a sleep consultant and mother to a toddler. We discuss toddler sleep including regressions. 

• How can we teach our toddler independent sleep skills?
• What are toddler sleep regressions and why do they happen?
• What do we do during these regressions?
• What is the key to success in helping teach our toddler to sleep?
• What are some various strategies to consider?

Tune in as we discuss all of these questions.

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Toddler Sleep" video on YouTube.

Check out the PedsDocTalk Toddler Courses for help with all your toddler questions and concerns including toddler sleep!

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Child safety can be overwhelming.

I find a lot of my families struggle with how to make sense of all this information.

So, I welcome Holly Choi. She is a mother, CPR/first aid instructor, child burn educator, and child passenger safety technician to speak about 10 things she wishes every parents would know about child safety.

How can we prevent burns in the home?

What are the biggest safety tips around the home?

What are the most common injuries we see as a Pediatrician and safety educator?

How do we make sure toys are not choking hazards?

What is one thing we want every family to feel comfortable knowing how to do?

Make sure to follow her @safebeginnings on Instagram to learn more about infant and child safety! We only hit 10 things here and of course there is so much more to learn.

Check out the PedsDocTalk New Mom's Survival Guide for help navigating the first year of parenthood.

Resources:

• @safebeginnings free guide on anchoring furniture: https://safebeginnings.ca/anchoring-furniture/ 
• Free babyproofing checklist: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f066b9e65532200269e28db
• Information on @safebeginnings webinars and e-courses: https://safebeginnings.ca/onlinecourses/
• US Car seat checks: safekids.org/events
• Canadian Car seat checks: cpsac.org/findatech
• Poison Control in US: (800) 222-1222 

Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by ⁠⁠subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube⁠⁠.

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It is an honor to welcome Emily Oster who is an economist, mother, and author of the New York Times Bestselling book, Cribsheet, to the podcast today.

Emily's book Cribsheet: A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, from Birth to Preschool breaks down so many topics and choices parents struggle with in parenthood.

From deciding to circumcise, sleep train, to introduce screen time, she breaks it all down with the evidence.

I welcome her on this episode to talk about the limitations of breast feeding research.

Breast milk is beneficial, but is it really FAR superior to formula feeding?

We break down the research and discuss if breast is REALLY best. 

• https://emilyoster.net/
• https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/572658/cribsheet-by-emily-oster/

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What is your parenting style?

Have you really thought about what goes into finding your parenting style and WHY finding your unique parenting style is important for you?

i welcome Mercedes Samudio, a licensed psychotherapist, parenting coach, and author of Shame Proof Parenting: Find your unique parenting voice, feel empowered, and raise whole, healthy children.

I welcome her on the podcast to discuss parenting styles, how a parent can find their unique parenting style, what a parent should consider when establishing this parenting style, and why it's important for a parent to find their unique parenting voice. 

Listen in as we try to empower parents in their parenting journey through SHAME PROOF PARENTING. 

For more resources visit:

• https://shameproofparenting.com/

Make sure to follow @Diversityinparentinginc and @pedsdoctalk on Instagram to continue the conversation.

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How many of you have heard the following myths in regards to your child??

"Wait for tummy time!"

"Put alcohol on an umbilical cord to clean it."

"Sleeping on your belly as a newborn is fine!"

"Give your baby formula or oatmeal to make them sleep longer." 

"Your baby needs a walker to help them learn how to walk."

"Bouncing your baby on your legs will make them bowlegged." 

"It's okay to give your baby/child aspirin for a fever." 

"Slapping is a good way to discipline a child." 

"Every boy should be circumcised." 

"Wait until one year to give allergenic foods" 

"Toddlers NEED cows milk and juice and should have milk with every meal"

On this episode, I welcome my best friend, fellow Pediatrician and momma Dr. Marie Jones to bust these myths and why these are not true. This is an episode you may want grandma and/or grandpa to hear because I have a feeling you have heard many of these from them. 

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Do you know what it really means to be a conscious parent?

On today's episode I welcome Katherine Sellery, a 3x TEDx speaker, who has taught thousands of parents the Conscious Parenting Revolution  to help them raise resilient, considerate, centered and empowered kids who know their inner voice and honor it.

We discuss what it means to be a conscious parent. Being a conscious parent requires us to dive deep into our insecurities as parents, how we approach discipline, and the high expectations we place on our children and ourselves.

It's about being more aware of ourselves so we can better parent our children and meet their emotional needs.

Listen in as we discuss what it means to be a conscious parent, how we can create boundaries, but still allow our child's inner voice to be head, how to find a balance between praise and acknowledgment, and so much more! 

Make sure to visit https://www.consciousparentingrevolution.com/ for more resources on becoming a more conscious parent. 

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"Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others." -Brene Brown 

Why is it so hard to set boundaries with our relatives? Why is it important to set these boundaries? 

On today's episode I welcome Jenny Mehrer. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (On Instagram as @jennywestmehrerlmft) who joins me to talk about boundary setting with our loved ones. 

We discuss:

• Why we have difficulty setting boundaries with loved ones
• Why lack of boundary setting can cause friction in families
• Why lack of boundary setting can cause behavioral issues in children 
• First steps in creating boundaries
• How we can communicate to our parents who differ in various parenting philosophies 
• How to create boundaries during the holidays and surrounding COVID precautions

Tune in for this very important episode. Follow @jennywestmehrerlmft and @pedsdoctalk to continue the conversation! 

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A healthy body image is one of the most important things I want to teach our children. How they look at their bodies, how they view food, and how they value themselves more than how they look is so important. 

The medical community is guilty of causing issues with body image on how we sometimes report weight, percentiles, and BMI. The medical community doesn't take into consideration genetics and various body types when they come up with these "standards of health."

On this episode, I welcome back Jessica Gust. She is a mother and Pediatric Dietician (@elementnutrition.kids on Instagram). 

We discuss when percentiles are helpful, how they should be used, why we both don't love BMIs, how we tie in eating habits to body image, and how we can create a healthy body image for our children.

Tune in to learn so much on this very important topic. 

Remember to follow @pedsdoctalk and @elementnutrition.kids on Instagram to finish the conversation. 

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On this episode I welcome Allison, the owner and founder of The Potty Training Consultant (@pottytrainingconsultant on Inatagram), to discuss the basics of potty training. 

She is a mother of two and her company has helped thousands of families around the world in their potty training journey. 

We discuss: 

• The average age of potty training in America
• Signs of readiness
• A couple methods to consider
• How to determine which method may be best for your child
• What a parent should do if their child is resistant to potty training
• What are some barriers to potty training 

Tune is as we talk about potty training basics! 

Make sure to follow @pottytrainingconsultant and @pedsdoctalk on Instagram to continue the conversation! 

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Potty Training Do's and Don'ts" video on YouTube.

Check out the PedsDocTalk Toddler Courses for all Dr. Mona's toddler essentials, including the No-Pressure Potty Training Course.

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Simply put, we can learn a lot from kids. They are the greatest teachers and I often find that when we are feeling the weight of the world on our shoulders, children can be the ones to make us feel like ourselves again. They are honest, they are full of love, and they are not afraid to be themselves! We can learn a lot more from kids! 

In this episode, I share 15 ways we can be more like kids. Characteristics I love most about kids that inspire me every day to be a better adult. 

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It’s 2020. Why is there still a stigma surrounding mental health?! Especially around maternal mental health? 

Women are celebrated for doing it all.

Society tells us we can juggle it all, when in reality it is IMPOSSIBLE to do it all without help.

Postpartum is the most critical time in a mother’s life. A baby is born, but so is a mother.

We still tend to forget about mom when the baby arrives. How does that make a woman feel?

Their body has changed, their hormones are all over place, and they are now responsible for caring for a new human being.

We cannot underestimate the weight of this transition in a woman’s life. 

We cannot diminish the emotional weight postpartum carries and motherhood carries. 

We cannot tell women to brush their feelings under the rug.

We need to be open about postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety so women know the signs and symptoms to look out for.

I am so honored to speak to Dr. Pooja Lakshmin (@womensmentalhealthdoc on Instagram. She is a Perinatal Psychiatrist and contributor for the NY Times.

We speak about “Mom martyr mode,” Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety, and how to know when you need to talk to someone about your mental health. 

Our hope is to break the stigma surrounding maternal mental health. Understanding things are not okay take strength. Getting help takes strength. We want to normalize therapy and the medications and diagnosis of postpartum anxiety and depression. 

Follow us @pedsdoctalk and @womensmentalhealthdoc to continue the conversation.

IF YOU WANT SOMEONE TO TALK TO ABOUT HOW YOU'RE FEELING, CALL POSTPARTUM SUPPORT INTERNATIONAL AT 1-800-944-4773

Dr. Laksmin is also starting an online community called the Gemma Project, to empower mothers and guide them in their postpartum mental health journey. For more details, visit:

https://www.gemmawomen.com/

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There is nothing really basic about breastfeeding. Although it is something many women do, it is not easy by any means.

Production, finding the right latch, and pain can all be common hurdles in establishing breastfeeding and enjoying the experience. 

On this episode, I welcome Melissa Mancini (@more_than_milk on Instagram). She is a mother of two, registered nurse, and certified lactation consultant. 

She answers breastfeeding and pumping questions such as: 

• How can a mother best prepare herself postpartum for BF?
• What are some must haves for a mother who is choosing to BF?
• What is the physiology behind BF?
• Why does cluster feeding happen?
• What is better? Feeding on demand or feeding on a schedule?
• When can we introduce a pacifier?
• What are the biggest hurdles to establishing BF?
• What can a mother do about pain with BF?
• Are nipple shields okay?
• When should we incorporate pumping, especially if a mother is going back to work?
• How often should a mother pump?
• What is powerpumping?

Tune in to learn more about breastfeeding and pumping basics from Melissa!

Follow her at @more_than_milk to learn more about breastfeeding in a supportive and empowering way!

Check out the PedsDocTalk New Mom's Survival Guide for help navigating the first year of parenthood. 

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In honor of teething week on my Instagram, I welcome Dr. Erin Isaac, Pediatric Dentist and @dr_erin on Instagram.

We have a great discussion about Pediatric Dental Health. We discuss: 

• When should babies see the dentist?
• What is typically done at these early visits?
• When should a parent start brushing and flossing and how?
• Is fluoride okay? What if there is fluoride in drinking water?
• What are risk factors for developing cavities?
• What do you do if a tooth falls out?
• How can a parent prep their child for a dentist visit?
• How can a parent help the dentist do their job as seamlessly as possible?

Tune in to hear the answers to all of these questions and so much more.

Follow @dr_erin for more information on your child's dental health and for inspiration as a practice owner. 

FOR MORE information on all things teething, visit my Instagram @Pedsdoctalk. I will save all useful info to my Story Highlight-Dental Health. 

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Kids. They are adorable. Until you give them a red crayon instead of a yellow one and all of a sudden that adorable kid is screaming in your face. 

Childhood tantrums can be draining. So I invited Deena and Kristin (the masterminds behind the popular Instagram account, @BigLittleFeelings) to discuss all things toddler tantrums.

Kristin is a mother of two and Deena is a licensed marriage and family therapist who has studied neurobiology and childhood development. Together, they provide amazing resources for caregivers in navigating those difficult moments with toddlers.

Tune in to find out how to be the calm, cool, and collected leader of your house with effective and loving boundary setting. 

We discuss real-life situations and provide examples on how to navigate them to help your child cope with those Big Little Feelings. 

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On this episode, I welcome Alison and Layla. Two of the scientists and mothers behind Scimoms. Scimoms is an evidence-based platform that shares content for parents. From vaccines to food myths to the environment, they provide up-to-date scientific information on your most common concerns as a parent.

Visit them at https://scimoms.com/

Follow them @scimoms on Instagram 

Tweet them @scimoms on Twitter

We discuss how to approach evidence-based vaccine information, where NOT to turn to for information on vaccines, why we vaccinate our children, the vaccine schedule, why spacing is not recommended, and bust common myths we hear about vaccines. 

Listen along for a science-based discussion on vaccines.

For more reading about vaccines visit these reputable websites:

• https://www.cdc.gov/vaccinesafety/concerns/index.html
• https://www.cdc.gov/vaccinesafety/index.html
• https://www.who.int/health-topics/vaccines-and-immunization#tab=tab_1
• https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/default.aspx
• https://scimoms.com/tag/vaccine/

FOR A LIST OF PEER-REVIEWED VACCINE SAFETY RESEARCH 

• https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/Vaccine-Studies-Examine-the-Evidence.aspx

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In honor of National Immunization Awareness Month, I welcome Dr. Nicole Baldwin. She is a fellow general Pediatrician and mother and we have a heart to heart about vaccines. The myths we hear, how we approach vaccine hesitancy, the reason we vaccinate ourselves, our children, and why we promote vaccination for our patients.

Tune in to get the REAL DEAL on vaccines from two mothers and two Pediatricians who want the best for all children. 

This episode is part one of two episodes about vaccines. On episode 32, I break down the science of vaccines with Scimoms as we bust myths surrounding vaccines even further. 

Make sure to follow @dr.nicolebaldwin on Instagram

@drnicolebaldwin on Tik Tok

@NicoleB_MD on Twitter

and @DrNicoleBaldwin on Facebook

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Choosing an infant formula can be extremely confusing. There are so many to choose from that a new parent can be left confused in the middle of the aisle when deciding on which one is best. 

I welcome Dr. Bridget Young, who has a PhD in nutrition and studies the composition of breastmilk and formula. She has an amazing website and Instagram account to educate parents on informed formula decisions.

Parents are often confused about the ingredients in infant formulas, so I welcome Dr. Young to speak about these misconceptions. 

We discuss some of the most common questions I get asked about formulas:

• Is the regulation process in the US thorough for infant formulas?
• Are European formulas better?
• What are the protein sources in formula? Why does it matter? 
• Why do formulas have corn syrup? Is it okay for baby? 
• What about prebiotics and probiotics in formula? Beneficial?
• What are signs a baby may not be tolerating a formula? 
• When would a baby need soy formula?
• What are partially hydrolyzed formulas? 
• What are examples of extensively hydrolyzed formulas? 
• How can a parent approach reading a formula label?
• What are some good formulas to start with? Are there any "bad" formulas?
• Are organic formulas better? 
• Does powder versus ready-to-made matter? 

Tune in as we hash out these questions. Make sure to follow @pedsdoctalk and @babyformulaexpert to continue the conversation.

Dr. Young's team also has a formula educational course for parents and medical professionals! Visit her website for more info:

• https://babyformulaexpert.com/
• USE PROMO CODE PEDSDOCTALK10 for $10 off the course 

Check out the PedsDocTalk New Mom's Survival Guide for help navigating the first year of parenthood. 

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Dogs are a part of many families and it's important we remember their needs as we raise our children alongside of them.

On this episode, I welcome Michelle. She is a mother, certified professional dog trainer, and founder of Pooch Parenting. She helps families navigate many issues to create a healthy relationship between dogs and kids. Here are some of the questions we discuss: 

• What can families do to prepare their dog for the arrival of a new baby?
• What are some of the biggest mistakes new parents make when acclimating their dog to a new baby?
• What are some worrisome signs in a dog that they may not be acclimating well to the arrival of a new baby?
• Is licking a baby okay?
• How can we teach a child to gently interact with dog?
• Where do we start with dog barking?
• How can I best prevent dog bites? 

Make sure to follow Michelle @poochparenting on Instagram for more dog training tips. She also has courses and an online membership community called Thriving Parents Membership where you can get more support for your doggie and child behavior needs. 

• https://poochparenting.net/

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I welcome Labor and Delivery Nurse and Instagram phenom, @mommy.labornurse to discuss your common questions about labor, delivery, and postpartum.

Liesel is also 36 weeks pregnant with her second child at the time of the recording. We discuss how she is approaching her delivery this time around, what she's looking forward to, how she's staying safe being pregnant in a pandemic, what we both wish we had known prior to delivering, and your common questions submitted on my Instagram @pedsdoctalk!

• How best can I advocate for myself during labor, especially during a pandemic? (Ill chime in about COVID precautions)
• What are some C-section must-haves?
• What are some vaginal delivery postpartum must-haves?
• How can I maximize BF success postpartum?
• How to care for stitches postpartum?

Listen is as we have a fun discussion about the joys of pregnancy, delivery, and motherhood! 

Follow us @pedsdoctalk and @mommy.labornurse on Instagram to continue the conversation!

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I welcome Erin--a chemical engineer and food scientist and she helps me bust some myths about food science.

She has an amazing Instagram account @foodsciencebabe where she shares evidence-based explanations of myths regarding food. 

Tune in as we discuss the following:

Is corn syrup bad?

Is baby rice cereal going to give my child arsenic poisoning?

Are there really heavy metals in baby food? Is it a problem?

Why do Cheerios get a bad rap?

Is organic food better? Is it better for the environment/

What is GMO? Is non-GMO really better? 

Is food coloring bad?

Is the EWG a science-based organization?

How is food regulated in the US?

Supplemental Reading:

• https://scimoms.com/social-consequences-gmo-debate/
• https://scimoms.com/history-of-healthy-food-and-mom-shaming/
• https://scimoms.com/arsenic-in-rice/
• https://scimoms.com/intro-to-gmos/
• https://scimoms.com/high-price-food-labels/
• https://www.safefruitsandveggies.com/
• https://www.acsh.org/news/2019/10/22/95-baby-food-tainted-toxic-metals-dont-panic-14354
• https://www.agdaily.com/insights/ewgs-tone-deaf-decision-to-publish-dirty-dozen-despite-global-pandemic/
• https://www.parents.com/recipes/scoop-on-food/is-there-sugar-in-baby-formula/

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It's always hard to know where to start those conversations about difficult topics with your children. We often feel they may be too young or too innocent to have these conversations, but the reality is they are curious and curious minds deserve open conversation.

On this episode, I welcome Jelani Memory. He is an author, father, and owner of A Kids Book About. A publishing company geared towards having those difficult conversations with your children.

Some of the topics of their books include: Racism, Disabilities, Empathy, Bullying, Depression, Divorce, Body Image, Cancer, Anxiety, Feminism, Mindfulness, and so many more. The books are geared towards school aged children 5+.

Here's their website for more info! https://akidsbookabout.com/

Promo code: Pedsdoctalk through end of August for $5 off 

On this episode, Jelani and I speak about how parents can begin the conversation around difficult topics, some of the barriers he sees when starting these conversations, and we discuss the importance of having these conversations with our children.

Make sure to follow us @pedsdoctalk @akidsbookabout to continue the conversation 

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As a Pediatrician, I meet so many mothers in my office. Some of them seem to have it all together. They seem to be enjoying motherhood. Mothers who have figured out how to find joy even in the hardest of circumstances.

Others would come in and I could feel that they could use some more joy. They seem unhappy and stressed every single visit. I wish I could sit there and talk with THEM about motherhood, but in a Pediatric office time was already limited for the patient, let alone for me to dig more into how the mom was feeling.

In my dream practice, I would get hours with every visit to really get to know the baby and the mother. 

What do they feel is lacking? What makes them wake up content and ready to start another day of mothering? What would make them happier as a mom? What have they learned to let go of to live a more fulfilled life as a mother?

Mothering is hard work. I don’t think any woman on this planet has it all figured out. Even me--someone who uses this platform to give parenting and health advice—is not perfect and learns a lot every day about being a mother.

 But, what I have found are traits that bring me joy as a mom. Traits that bring those content mothers in my office joy as well.

Overall, I find that the mothers who are happiest are the ones that love themselves. They know what they need to work on it and are constantly emotionally growing alongside their child. 

There are many things we do as women and as mothers than can block our happiness. 

Tune in as I talk about 15 behaviors that we do as women/mothers that can rob us of our joy.

I lay down some tough love so we can become better versions of ourselves so we can find joy in the craziness that is motherhood.

Just as our children go through milestones and growth, we also grow through motherhood as well.

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I welcome back Dr. Shreya Patel, an Allergist and Immunologist. We spoke on episode 7 about Eczema 101 and she's back to talk all about FOOD ALLERGIES and FPIES. 

Parents are afraid of their child having a food allergy, but it is this fear that can cause them to delay the introduction of allergenic of foods which can increase chances of a food allergy.

What are the most common allergenic foods?

Can children outgrow food allergies?

When can you introduce allergenic foods?

What's the deal on allergenic food programs like Spoonful One, Ready Set Food, and Lil' Mixins?

What is FPIES? And what are the signs? 

Listen in as we answer these questions and so much more! 

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Food Allergies and Kids" video on YouTube.

Follow us on Instagram @pedsdoctalk and @shreyapatelmd to continue the conversation. 

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On this last episode of my sleep series, I talk with six mothers. Six mothers who approached sleep in different ways with their children.

I decided to do this episode for a few reasons:

1. To hear from real mothers about how they approached sleep-training for their child

2. To hear different methods

3. To hear how although the methods were different, they are loving mothers who are raising amazing children.

It really shouldn't matter how or when a parent chooses to sleep-train their child. Some do it early, some never do it, some wean feeds, some don't, some use cry-method and some prefer more gradual. All methods discussed are great methods I have seen work and it's important for me to share these women's strategies with all of you!

If you haven't already, make sure to listen to episode 17,18 and 19 of the sleep series where I share more about why I recommend sleep-training, various methods, and an interview with a sleep consultant!

For more watch Dr. Mona's "5 Must-Follow Tips for Newborn Sleep" video on YouTube.

Check out the PedsDocTalk New Mom's Survival Guide for more help navigating through the first year of parenthood.

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As part of my sleep series of podcast episodes, I wanted to welcome a sleep consultant.

Sleep consultants are relatively new in the world of parenting. Over the past 10 years, they continue to gain in popularity. In Episode 18, I discuss my personal views on sleep consultants and if every family needs one to have a successfully sleeping child.

I am so happy to welcome Andrea, a sleep consultant (@babysleep.answers on Instagram). We have a great conversation about infant/child sleep.

We talk about sleep training (and sleep in general) including her thoughts on various methods and considerations when a family is deciding how to aid their child is self-settling. She also tackles common questions I get asked in regards to transitioning baby from a bassinet to a crib, naps, early wakings, and information on cry-methods of sleep training and methods with less crying.

Tune in and make sure to also listen to episode 16, 17, and 18 as all episodes are jam-packed with useful info that pertains to sleep and sleep-training.

Follow us at @pedsdoctalk and @babysleep.answers to continue the conversation!

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No. It's never too late. You can choose when you feel is best for you!

On this episode, I expand on episode 17 where I speak about various methods of sleep-training.

This episode speaks about OLDER kids (kids that may be coming out of the bed and are developmentally capable of understanding some rules). Likely the 2+ crowd. 

I speak about strategies to approach sleep with these kiddos and I also speak about common questions I get asked about sleep:

• Naps
• Swaddles
• Sleep-training in the same room
• Sleep regressions
• Travel
• Teething/illness
• Early risers
• Dream feeding 
• Twins 

And I end with a final important message I want every parent to hear.

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Toddler Sleep" video on YouTube.

Check out the PedsDocTalk New Mom's Survival Guide for more help navigating through the first year of parenthood.

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This is Episode 2 of a 5 part sleep/sleep-training series).

On this episode Im discussing my views on sleep and sleep-training. I discuss how as a generation we are overthinking sleep in general compared to our parent's generation and thus sometimes lose sleep over it.

I discuss why I support sleep-training and the benefits it can provide for both the child and the parent. I also discuss various methods to help a child learn self-settling skills. You will hear methods that involve cry-methods and some that involve more gradual methods with less crying.

I am aware that this episode doesn't nearly encompass ALL choices someone may make when sleep-training their child, but I just chose my favorite methods.

This episode is for education. It's for everyone to hear all the methods I have seen work and for a family to choose what is best for them and their family.

I also spend some time at the end discussing how we approached sleep-training with our son. A method that worked for us and one that I am sharing as many of my followers were curious.

I hope as you listen to this episode, you listen with an open mind and an open heart. Understand and digest the various methods to find one (or a combo of some) that works for your family!

For more watch Dr. Mona's "5 Must-Follow Tips for Newborn Sleep" video on YouTube.

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The world of parenting is very divided. Especially when it comes to sleep-training. There is a whole lot of judgement, when in the end a parent needs to choose what is best for them.

The reason why sleep-training is so confusing is that there truly is no right or wrong, contrary to what you may be told on social media. You can choose to sleep train or not. You can choose a cry-it-out method or not.

Every baby is different and may require a unique method. Every parent is different and they may be comfortable with one method or another.

The choice is truly up to the parent.

You can raise securely attached children in whatever method you choose.

On this episode, I welcome Dr. Brie Reid. She has a PhD in Developmental Psychology and studies stress and malnutrition in early childhood development.

We have a fascinating discussion about early childhood stress and cortisol research in children.

Research that has unfortunately been taken and misconstrued to say that infants/children should never cry in order for them to have secure attachment.

Research that has been misconstrued to say that any stress a child feels in infancy and childhood is not good for them, when in fact not all stress is detrimental.

Listen in as we discuss the impact this misconception can have on parenting including on maternal mental health, what exactly is considered toxic stress in childhood, and the importance in understanding that secure attachment can be obtained in many different parenting styles. 

This episode is an important segway for the other sleep episodes as I discuss MANY methods of sleep training, including ones that involve more crying than others.

This episode is not encouraging everyone to choose a cry-method of sleep-training because cry-methods don't work for every child and every parent. This is just to reassure those that do choose one that based on the evidence and our experience, there is no issue with choosing a cry-method of sleep training. 

We all need to stop judging one-another for these choices.

Parenting is NOT a one-size-fits-all approach

Further reading:

• https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/toxic-stress/ 
• https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/130/4/643
• https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/2016/05/21/peds.2015-1486

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"Make Your Mess Your Message."

Birth trauma is an experience no woman expects. It leads to overwhelming grief at a time when mothers are experiencing overwhelming joy. 

Six months later, I want to share more about my birth trauma. How I felt, what I learned, and how I will be forever changed as a Pediatrician, mom, and person. 

Our son was born on December 16th after a healthy pregnancy. We both spent time in the ICU with complications from birth.

If you haven't already, please head over to my Instagram @pedsdoctalk and read my birth story (Black and White Images) on my feed. 

I am making MY MESS MY MESSAGE by sharing with you what I wish people would know about birth trauma survivors. I hope to use my recovery through a traumatic experience to help you heal if you are also suffering from any kind of trauma. 

My hope is that if you have experienced trauma, this episode will resonate with you. If you know someone who is going through trauma, this may give you insight as well. And if you ever find yourself grieving in the future, I hope my words will always live with you. 

Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by ⁠⁠subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube⁠⁠.

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As we process the tragic death of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020, it's important we take the events that transpired and make a positive effort for long-lasting change.

I'm happy to welcome Dr. Tasha Brown, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. We talk about racial injustice in America and how to speak to children about what they may be seeing in the media. 

Where do you start in addressing these issues?

Should you turn off the media?

Why is understanding media bias important especially in racial issues?

How can we make meaningful change for racial equality?

Why does representation matter so much to minority communities? 

How can you foster activism in your child for the BLM movement or any social justice movement?

What are the long-term impacts of oppression and racism on a child?

Dr. Tasha Brown and I share our thoughts on these questions. As a Black-American professional, it was great hearing how she is navigating this time on a personal and professional level. 

Meaningful change means putting the work in and we hope this can be a starting point for you.

Please follow us @pedsdoctalk and @dr.tashabrown on Instagram to continue the conversation 

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On this episode, I welcome Brooke and Bridget. They are sisters and speech therapists in Southern California, who own their own practice. They also have a great Instagram account (@speechsisters) where they share day-to-day tips for parents to engage their child in speech.

We discuss:

1. What parents can due in the "wait and see" period as development is being monitored.

2. Tips on engaging speech under the age of one and between one and two years of age.

3. What a typical speech therapy session looks like.

4. When a child should be referred to a speech therapist.

Follow us at @pedsdoctalk and @speechsisters to continue the conversation.

Check out the PedsDocTalk Toddler resources, including the Complete Roadmap to Toddler Development Guide.

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Get ready to get the basis info on eczema! What it is, why it happens, and ways to manage it.

As a general Pediatrician, I see TONS of eczema. Some mild, some moderate, some very severe. I always manage it the best we can in our office before sending patients to a specialist.

But how do you know when you need to see an allergist for eczema?

On this week’s episode, I speak with Dr. Shreya Patel (@shreyapatelmd).

She is a mom and Allergist/Immunologist who owns her own private practice.

We chat all about Eczema 101:

• What does eczema looks like?
• Are some children predisposed to eczema?
• Are there preventable measures? 
• When should a child see an allergist for their eczema?
• What would workup entail at the allergist?
• What are some basic skincare tips for eczema?

Eczema is THE most common chronic skin condition I see in my office and it was such a pleasure discussing this topic with Dr. Patel.

Please make sure to follow us @pedsdoctalk and @shreyapatelmd on INSTAGRAM o continue the discussion! 

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Eczema in Kids" video on YouTube.

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I personally don't like the word "colic" when talking about a newborn. Babies fuss and some fuss more than others. A fussy baby can be extremely difficult to take care of as sometimes it may seem nothing can soothe them. 

 In this episode, I discuss:

• The definition of colic and why I don't like labeling a fussy baby as "colicky."
• Infant gas. Why it happens and how to help babies.
• Tips to soothe a fussy baby
• When to be concerned about a baby who is inconsolable
• The psychological impact of taking care of a fussy infant and the correlation I see between postpartum depression/anxiety and colic.
• Some tips to help you through those tough moments. 

I have been there too and I hope through sharing some of my experiences with our own son, you will find some guidance in finding a plan that works for your baby.

Please make sure if you are exhibiting signs of postpartum depression/anxiety, you seek medical attention. It's important for mommas to take care of themselves. 

• https://www.womenshealth.gov/mental-health/mental-health-conditions/postpartum-depression

For more watch Dr. Mona's "Weird Things Newborns Do: What's Normal and What's Not" video on YouTube.

Check out the PedsDocTalk New Mom's Survival Guide for more guidance on navigating the first year of parenthood.

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I talk to Pediatric Dietitian, Jessica Gust, about ways to raise an intuitive eater.

Jessica has an amazing Instagram account (@elementnutrition.kids) where she shares tips on nutrition, picky eating, and any common concern you would have in regards to feeding your child.

She also has resources on her website including how to introduce solids and easy meal ideas for kids using pantry/frozen foods (timely for the COVID-19 Pandemic).

https://www.elementnutritionco.com/resources/

Jessica and I chat about ways to raise an intuitive eater and what it means to be an intuitive eater. Allowing your child to have a positive relationship with food is important and we hope this episode can lay a healthy foundation for feeding your child.

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