We can all agree that we want a calm, happy, and healthy household. Let's be honest, parenting is HAARRDD sometimes and hopefully today’s episode can give you a few tips and tricks to make it a little easier. We catch up with two experts from across the pond in Canada, who share their advice on how to take you from exhausted and angry to calm and empowere ... Show More
Nov 18
Feeding the Family: Nutritional Needs for Mum & Toddler with Ms. Mona Joumaa
<p>Joining us today is Ms. Mona Joumaa, Lead Clinical Dietitian at Mediclinic Middle East and a passionate advocate for realistic, healthy family nutrition.</p><p> As mums, we’re often juggling picky eaters, postpartum cravings, and the constant question of “what’s for dinner?” M ... Show More
43m 2s
Nov 11
Mummy Makeover: Myths, Facts and the Decision-Making Process with Dr. Charles Bain
<p>Today on the podcast, we're diving into a topic that’s often whispered about but rarely unpacked properly—<em>the mummy makeover</em>. From myths and misconceptions to real advice on what to expect, we’re getting into the facts with someone who knows this field inside and ... Show More
41m 3s
Nov 4
Maternal Mental Health with Dr. Sunita Sahu
<p>Today on the podcast, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Sunita Sahu, Consultant Psychiatrist at Mediclinic Middle East, who brings a wealth of experience in women’s mental health and perinatal psychiatry. Dr. Sahu is deeply passionate about supporting mothers through the often ... Show More
34m 35s
May 2024
How to discipline in public | 57
Picture this - You’re at a party and all of a sudden another child comes up to you and tells you your child SPIT on another child. 😳What in the world? You’re instantly filled with anxiety, shock, and embarrassment. You step in to find out what’s going on but to your dismay, your ... Show More
10m 42s
Apr 2024
Toddler Sleep Troubles: What to Do When Advice Doesn't Work
Dr. Cathryn takes a deep dive into what happens when standard parenting advice doesn't seem to cut it. Despite trying expert strategies, some problems persist, and today, we're focusing on sleep issues that remain challenging despite parents' best efforts. We'll explore real-life ... Show More
16m 23s
Feb 2025
Calm, Connect, and Communicate With Your Toddler
Join Dr. Cathryn in this episode as she guides you through handling tough toddler moments with calmness and empathy. Learn to see past the surface behavior and understand your child's emotions. For example, if your toddler says "I hate the baby", instead of ignoring these feeling ... Show More
8m 55s
May 2024
How to handle toddler tantrums & discouragement (without burnout!) | Q&A with Dr. J | 58
So your toddler keeps whining, crying, and pleading without despite how much you're trying to explain and validate their feelings.
No matter what you say, though, they KEEP whining and crying. 😓
It’s exhausting to keep repeating myself but then you feel guilty for ignoring him a ... Show More
8m 3s
Apr 2023
Public Tantrums: How to Handle Them Like a Pro
It can really be tough to manage those times when your toddler throws tantrums in public places! Raising a toddler is hard, and parents sometimes feel confused, overwhelmed, or embarrassed in certain situations. Public tantrums can be particularly challenging. However, tantrums a ... Show More
15m 5s
Jun 2023
178: Myths about Toddler Behavior with Dr. Cathryn Tobin, Pediatrician
From tantrums to defiance to trouble sharing, normal toddler behavior can frustrate us. But our mindset and approach play a bigger role than we realize—and if we can reframe our own outlook, we can start to see the positives in the toddler period. Today, I’m joined by pediatricia ... Show More
45m 14s