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Kids won’t come out and say, “I don’t like my body,” but their feelings about themselves can show in other ways. What shapes how kids see their bodies? Do sports or dance help or hurt their self-esteem? In this episode, Adolescent Medicine specialist Dr. Maya Kumar shares the key signs of poor body image and practical ways to support your child in loving and accepting themselves.
Find Maya Kumar, MD at UC San Diego and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego
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How can you teach your children the joy of giving, the art of receiving with grace, and the deeper meaning behind holiday traditions? Join Dr. Wendy as she shares thoughtful tips to help your family embrace the season’s magic while navigating the lessons and emotions that come with gift-giving.
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Want your kids to be kind and grow up to be happy, caring adults? It starts with empathy! Empathy is something we’re born with but also something we can learn. In this episode, Dr. Wendy shares her top tips on how empathy develops, why it’s important, and easy ways you can help your kids become more compassionate every day.
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Ever wonder why toddlers seem to whine about everything? Step into their little shoes as Dr. Wendy reveals the 6 principles shaping how toddlers see the world. Learn how to decode their behaviors, connect on their level, and rediscover the joy in parenting—because understanding your toddler's world makes all the difference!
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Want to make mealtime healthier and yummier? You know that avocado oil, fish, and kale are packed with nutrients—but getting kids to actually eat them? That’s the tricky part! In this episode, Chef Kelly Senyei reveals her top secret ingredient—one that’s affordable, boosts protein and calcium, and works in everything from pancakes to bolognese. Tune in for her tips on making healthy foods fun and delicious for kids!
Serenity Kids Salmon and other pouches
The Best Creamy Coconut Rice Recipe at Justataste.com
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Cooking together isn’t just fun—it’s packed with benefits! From learning healthy habits to boosting confidence, getting kids in the kitchen is a win. Dr. Wendy shares holiday gift ideas to spark your kids’ inner foodie, with kid-friendly tools and fun recipe kits. Plus, special guest Kelly Senyei, creator of Justataste.com, joins us to share ways to make cooking (and eating!) a family adventure.
Kids’ Cooking Supplies:
Foldable Kitchen Stepper
Kids Knife Set
Finger Guards for cutting
Cooking Kits:
Little Sous (no ingredients)
Baketivity
eat2explore
I’m The Chef Too!
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What if you could get your kids to actually enjoy healthy foods like sardines, beans, and mushrooms? If that sounds impossible, we’ve got the perfect guest! Chef Kelly Senyei from Justataste.com joins us with simple, tasty tips to sneak these powerhouse ingredients into meals even the pickiest eaters might love. From fun recipes to creative kitchen hacks, this episode is all about making healthy food family-friendly. Give it a listen—you may just find your next family favorite!
The Secret Ingredient Cookbook: 125 Family Friendly Recipes with Surprisingly Tasty Twists
Peanut Butter Yogurt Popsicle Recipe at Justataste.com
Make mealtime fun with Hand-shaped Feeding Tongs
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Does dairy really cause acne? Can what you eat trigger eczema? Dr. Wendy dives into how the food on your plate can affect common skin problems like acne, rosacea, eczema, dandruff, and psoriasis. While some foods can make things worse, others can help your skin look its best. Check out Dr. Wendy’s easy tips on what to eat to keep your skin healthy—small changes can make a big difference!
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Boo! Ever wondered if losing weight could turn into a real-life horror story? In this spooky Halloween episode, we’ve got two eerie medical tales that’ll make you think twice before shedding those pounds. Forget about being thin—this Halloween, embrace your candy stash like your life depends on it! Find out why losing your "protective padding" could be scarier than a haunted house. Don’t let the scale haunt you—enjoy those treats and stay safe from the real fright night lurking in the world of weight loss!
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Reduce fear and stress, while helping your child build confidence for handling other challenges with these 4 easy steps to make your child's next vaccine a breeze! Stefan Friedrichsdorf, MD from the UCSF Stad Center shares his expert tips to calm nerves and turn the experience into a positive one.
Use Numbing Cream: Buy Aspercreme 4% or any generic works fine
Distract with fun toys
Don’t hold the child down
Give Sugar Water or Breastfeed: make your own sucrose solution by mixing one packet of sugar with two teaspoons of water. You can also buy a tube of 24% sucrose without a prescription.
When to give: Give the solution one or two minutes before the procedure. For multiple immunizations, give the solution throughout the procedure.
How to give: You can squirt one to two drops onto the front of your baby's tongue, or place one drop at a time onto the front of their tongue with a syringe or dropper. You can also squeeze or place one or two drops of the solution onto a pacifier and let your baby suck on it.
Who it's for: Sweet-Ease is most often given to infants 6 months and younger.
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Evan and Kevin from The Dumb Dad Podcast join forces with Dr. Wendy to explore the mysteries of modern medicine. Dr. Wendy helps the dads make sense of kids' quirks and figure out what happens behind the scenes at a hospital. Dr. Wendy joins in the Dumb Dads’ weekly ritual of sharing a "dumb" parenting moment.
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Why did Dr. Wendy start this podcast and what does she secretly wish every parent knew? Find out when the tables are turned as comedy duo *The Dumb Dads* take over the show and put Dr. Wendy in the hot seat. Hosts of The Dumb Dad Podcast, Kevin and Evan, explore the highs and lows of raising kids from both the pediatrician’s office and the living room floor with tips you never knew you needed!
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Have you heard of torticollis or W-sitting? Pediatric physical therapists Jill Mall and Kris Fought explain common issues kids face, like toe-walking, in-toeing, and flat heads. You’ll learn how physical therapy helps treat these conditions and what parents can do at home to support their kids' development.
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What if your baby isn’t hitting their milestones or seems to walk a little funny? Dr. Wendy chats with pediatric physical therapists Jill Mall and Kris Fought about sitting up and rolling over. What should parents expect at a physical therapy evaluation and what happens during therapy. Plus, you’ll learn fun ways to play with your baby to help them stay on track!
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Dr. Wendy explores the heated debate over smartphone use in schools: should they be banned outright, or can students be trusted with an honor system? How should parents handle social media? Apps like YouTube and Instagram offer both connection and educational tools, but also poses risks like distraction and mental health challenges for teens. Experts weigh in on the pros and cons and what the latest research says about the impact on learning and well-being.
The Achievery Educational Activities
Be Internet Awesome Curriculum
Common Sense Media Parenting Tips Videos
TechnoSapiens Newsletter
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In this unfiltered episode, Dr. Wendy solves parenting’s biggest challenges with stay-at-home dad and comedian Evan Berger, co-host of The Dumb Dad podcast. From unraveling the mystery of why an 8-year-old has a pierced ear to using a YouTube video to fix a dislocated elbow, no challenge is too big when a pediatrician teams up with a “Dumb Dad.”
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Whether you breastfeed or bottle feed, the most important ingredient is love! We tackle the big questions new parents have: Is it normal for newborns to lose a little weight at first? We’ll talk about how long you can store milk, the right way to use a breast pump, and why pacifiers are actually awesome. And we’ll share tips on getting the perfect latch. Tune in for expert advice from Shelby Abramson, FNP, IBCLC—because feeding your baby should be as easy as it is loving them!
Latching Baby Video: Global Health Media Project: Attaching your baby at the breast
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Create a more natural and satisfying feeding experience for your little one. We explore the benefits and uses of pacing baby’s bottle feeds using this method that closely mimics breastfeeding and helps babies feed at their own pace.
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From the moment your baby is born, what can you do to kickstart successful breastfeeding? In this episode, we chat with Shelby Abramson, FNP, IBCLC, who shares tips on triple feeds, reading a baby’s hunger cues and how to pump your way to more milk. Don’t miss these insider tricks to make breastfeeding a breeze!
Recommended gear: Hands-free Pump Bra
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Should school start later? Dr. Wendy and expert Kyla Wahlstrom discuss how early start times impact teens' health and grades. Plus, discover the unexpected benefits of lockdown drills with insights from Dr. Amanda Nickerson on how these drills can keep students safe when done right.
Find support for changing school start times at Startschoollater.net
Programs for School and Community Safety: i luv u guys Foundation
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