There is a lot of division and polarizing views when it comes to sleep and things like sleep-training. Sleep training is not a necessity; but many families want to approach it and want to know what the evidence does or doesn’t show. I welcome Sujay Kansagra who is a pediatric neurologist and sleep medicine physician at Duke who has dedicated his life to help ... Show More
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How Fathers Can Raise Confident Kids (Even If No One Showed You How) with former Navy Seal Sniper Instructor Brandon Webb
As a pediatrician and mom, I know firsthand how easy it is to get overwhelmed by standard parenting tips and the pressure to have a perfect family life. In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and curated social media fairy tales, so many couples feel like they are constantly fall ... Show More
1h 9m
Jun 15
The Follow-Up: Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
In this episode, Dr. Mona is joined by Chelsea and Caitlin, the founders of Mama Psychologists, to unpack a crucial topic that many new mothers face: the difference between the "baby blues" and more serious perinatal mood disorders. Together, they challenge the misconception that ... Show More
11m 47s
Jun 10
The Courage to Commit, Why Choosing Less Can Give Us More in Life and in Parenting with Andrew East and Shawn Johnson East
As a pediatrician and mom, I know firsthand how easy it is to get overwhelmed by standard parenting tips and the pressure to have a perfect family life . In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and curated social media fairy tales, so many couples feel like they are constantly fal ... Show More
1h 1m
Mar 2024
Bright Kids Who Can’t Keep Up - Dr. Ellen Braaten [459]
Is your child smart, but not very motivated? Do you have trouble getting them to do well in school or work hard on the field? In this episode, I talk to Dr. Ellen Braaten, child psychologist and associate professor at Harvard Medical School about how to motivate kids—and you may ... Show More
45m 48s
Mar 2024
Relisten: How To Handle Tantrums - Dr. Laura Markham [458]
You have a child and they are starting to defy you and say, “no.” What do you do? There’s so much conflicting advice out there and pressure to have a well-behaved child, but what is the best way to handle misbehavior and raise healthy, happy kids? In this episode, the big-mama of ... Show More
1h 1m
Feb 2025
How To Play For Connection - Dr. Tina Byson and Georgie Wisen-Vincent
Hunter Clarke-Fields speaks with Tina Bryson and Georgie Wisen-Vincent about their book, 'The Way of Play,' which emphasizes the importance of play in child development and mental health. They talk about various strategies for play, the significance of presence and timing, the ro ... Show More
59m 28s