Both my husband and I have anxiety. So yeah, we are two anxious people raising kids and watching closely for signs of anxiety in them. The irony is very real. But it also means I am deeply invested in understanding where childhood anxiety comes from, and how much of it we as parents are actually influencing.
In this Follow Up episode, I brought back child p ... Show More
Jun 24
Your Daughter’s Period Is a Vital Sign, And Why We Shouldn’t Ignore It with Fertility Specialist and Author Dr. Natalie Crawford
As a pediatrician, I was not asking enough questions about my patients' periods. We ask when the last one was. We rarely go deeper than that. And after this conversation, I will never approach it the same way again. I sat down with my friend and colleague Dr. Natalie Crawford, re ... Show More
1h 9m
Jun 22
The Follow-Up: Raising a Flexible Eater
If your toddler begged for mac and cheese, took one bite, and declared it disgusting, this episode is for you. Picky eating is one of the most common and most stressful phases of childhood, but the good news is there are real, practical things you can do before it starts and when ... Show More
13m 21s
Jun 17
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
Oct 2025
The Gut-Baby Connection: What Every Pregnant Woman Needs to Know
<p>Your gut isn’t just about digestion — it’s shaping your baby’s health from the very first bite!</p><p>In this episode, we uncover the surprising ways your gut impacts baby’s immune system, brain development, and even lifelong wellness.</p><p>From what to eat each trimester, to ... Show More
32m 58s
Mar 2024
Dr. Robyn Thompson: Encouraging Breastfeeding, Maternal Bonding, & The Importance of a Mother's Intuition
Our esteemed guest, Dr. Robyn Thompson, joins us this week to discuss breastfeeding, the importance of the maternal bond with baby, and how crucial a mother's intuition is. We dive into the Three Golden Hours and what that means for setting mom and baby up for success with breast ... Show More
49m 59s
