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Sep 2025
16m 46s

The Follow-Up: 5 Things to Stop Doing as...

DR. MONA AMIN
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In this week’s Follow Up, Dr. Mona revisits one of her earliest and most popular episodes: 15 Things We Need to Stop Doing as Parents. This quick-hit version pulls out 5 powerful reminders that every parent needs to hear. From the viral Instagram post that sparked thousands of saves and shares, Dr. Mona brings back the tough love truths that free parents fr ... Show More
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