The PedsDocTalk Podcast

Dr. Mona Amin

The PedsDocTalk Podcast

  • 48 minutes 20 seconds
    Parent Yourself First: Break Generational Cycles for Better Parenting

    Unresolved childhood wounds can influence your reactions and relationships with your children. By breaking generational cycles and cultivating self-awareness, parents can create more empathetic, connected and supportive environments for their families.

    This week, I welcome back Bryana Kappadakunnel, author of the book Parent Yourself First, to discuss how to combine self-compassion, accountability and intentional parenting to nurture both the child within and the child in front of you.

    She joins me to discuss:

    • How addressing personal past wounds allows you to be a more present and empathetic parent
    • The need to stop unhealthy family patterns and break generational cycles
    • Practical strategies to nurture emotional connection and raise self-aware children


    To connect with Bryana Kappadakunnel follow her on Instagram @consciousmommy, check out all her resources at https://www.consciousmommy.com/, and purchase her book Parent Yourself First.


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    5 February 2025, 7:00 am
  • 43 minutes 16 seconds
    Creating a Skin-Healthy Routine: Diapers, Wipes, and Beyond

    My daughter struggled with diaper rash after diaper rash until I switched her to Coterie diapers. Diapers are on our babies’ sensitive skin 24/7 and finding a product that is high-quality, clean and safe will ensure their skin health.

    This week, I welcome Jess Jacobs, the CEO of Coterie, to discuss a healthy skin care routine for your baby and how Coterie’s innovative brand challenges industry norms by consistently exceeding expectations in product safety and performance. 

    She joins me to discuss:

    • Coterie’s commitment to offering high-quality, clean and safe products designed to alleviate worries for parents
    • Her personal experiences as a mother including her kids’ sensitive skin issues
    • That it is important for brands to set a high standard for their products and to empower parents with clear and straightforward education about skin health

    To connect with Coterie on Instagram follow them at @coterie and check out their products at https://www.coterie.com/ 


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    29 January 2025, 7:00 am
  • 48 minutes 6 seconds
    Masculinity and Politics: Exploring the Connection Between Gender Ideals and Voting Trends

    There has been a growing shift of young male voters towards right-wing politics, driven by feelings of alienation from progressive narratives that often overlook and dismiss their struggles. The right has capitalized on this by promoting hyper-masculine ideals that resonate with this demographic.

    This week, I welcome back Ruth Whippman, author of the book Boy Mom, to discuss how to foster emotional connections, have open dialogue and reimagine boyhood to help boys develop healthier and more inclusive identities.

    She joins me to discuss:

    • The noticeable shift of young male voters towards right-wing politics
    • How the left has struggled to effectively communicate a positive and inclusive narrative for boys and men
    • That messages celebrating hyper-masculinity have resonated with young men, filling in a gap left by progressive movements 


    To connect with Ruth Whippman follow her on Instagram @ruthwhippman, check out all her resources at http://www.ruthwhippman.com/, join her Substack: I Blame Society and purchase her book Boy Mom.


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    22 January 2025, 7:00 am
  • 52 minutes 7 seconds
    How to Navigate Career Pauses and Balance Family Life with Intentionality

    Balancing family life with personal ambitions is no small feat, especially when career pauses are part of the journey. Redefining success and embracing your evolving identity can be powerful steps toward personal growth—even during time away from paid work.

    This week, I welcome Neha Ruch, the founder of Mother Untitled, the leading platform for ambitious women leaning into family life, to discuss the challenges and rewards of navigating career pauses.

    She joins me to discuss:

    • Embracing and redefining personal identity during career pauses
    • The importance of support systems, self-compassion, and intentional choices
    • The evolving dynamics of gender roles in caregiving


    To connect with Neha Ruch follow her on Instagram @motheruntitled, check out all her resources at https://www.motheruntitled.com/ and purchase her book new book: The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break After Kids--and Come Back Stronger Than Ever


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    15 January 2025, 7:00 am
  • 17 minutes 1 second
    Six Ways to Raise a Resilient Kid

    I believe resilience is about teaching children to handle challenges, adapt to change, and recover from setbacks while respecting their emotions. We can model resilience by demonstrating healthy coping skills, fostering a growth mindset, and helping children develop emotional awareness and problem-solving abilities. By supporting them through difficulties and validating their feelings, we empower children to face life's challenges with confidence!


    I discuss: 

    • How to model resilience and demonstrate healthy coping skills 
    • That it’s important to encourage children to embrace their feelings
    • The need to promote problem-solving and support by allowing children to tackle challenges independently, while offering guidance and reassurance.


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    8 January 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    Dr. Mona on The Sakara Life Podcast: Raising Children Who Know Their Bodies

    As we bid farewell to 2024 and welcome 2025, I’m reflecting on some of my favorite guest appearances on other shows. New episodes will be back on January 8th! This past June, I had the pleasure of joining Danielle and Whitney on The Sakara Life Podcast, where we delved into pediatric nourishment and explored ways to help our children become mindful eaters.

    During the episode, we discussed:

    • What it means to raise a child who knows their body-in terms of health, sleep needs, and food 
    • Strategies for raising children with a healthy food mindset
    • The best language to use when talking to kids at mealtimes
    • How to re-frame picky eating and promote a positive body image for our little ones


    Use code PEDSDOCTALK for 20% off the Signature Nutrition Program from Sakara


    Check out the Sakara Life Podcast featuring “curated conversations that dig deep into the ancient rituals and modern research we can all use to build lives we love living”.


    Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk.


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    1 January 2025, 7:00 am
  • 40 minutes 46 seconds
    Dr. Mona on The Sleepopolis Podcast: Sleep Talking With Dr. Shelby: The Fourth Trimester and Sleep

    As we bid farewell to 2024 and welcome 2025, I’m reflecting on some of my favorite guest appearances on other shows. New episodes will return on January 8th! This past March, I had the pleasure of joining Dr. Shelby Harris on the Sleep Talking with Dr. Shelby podcast, where we explored why the advice to “sleep when the baby sleeps” isn’t always realistic.

    During our conversation, we discussed:

    • Why getting rest during the "fourth trimester" can feel nearly impossible
    • How hormonal changes postpartum can impact your already limited sleep
    • Practical tips and tricks for actually getting some much-needed rest


    Check out Sleep Talking with Dr. Shelby where “Dr. Shelby Harris, talks with experts and real people about the sleep challenges keeping them awake – and solutions that will help them get the rest they deserve”.


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    25 December 2024, 7:00 am
  • 29 minutes 28 seconds
    Help Reduce Risk of Serious RSV Lung Infection for Your Baby

    Did you know while hospitalization is uncommon, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the leading cause of hospitalization for babies under 1? RSV season is typically fall – spring but can vary by local areas and today I'm sharing about a preventative antibody which can help protect against severe RSV lung infections. I'm joined by Shawn Johnson East and Dr. Natalie Barnett, Vice President of Clinical Research at Nanit, to discuss the importance of RSV protection for babies. They share personal experiences, including Shawn's family's journey with RSV, and offer expert insights on how parents can help protect their little ones during RSV season. 

    They join me to discuss: 

    • How RSV is common and can be a serious virus for infants.
    • Beyfortus (nirsevimab-alip) 50mg and 100mg Injection, a preventative antibody that helps give babies an extra layer of protection against severe RSV lung infection for babies under age 1 born during or entering their first RSV season and certain kids up to 24 months. Your child should not take Beyfortus if your child has a history of serious allergic reactions to nirsevimab-alip or any of the ingredients in Beyfortus. Beyfortus may not protect all children.
    • That parenting can be scary but navigating the journey with monitors like Nanit, and knowledge of prevention measures for RSV can be empowering.

    To connect with Shawn Johnson East follow her on Instagram @shawnjohnson. Visit Nanit.com to see their products and learn more about their research. For more about Beyfortus visit http://beyfortus.com.

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    INDICATION

    Beyfortus is a prescription medicine used to help prevent a serious lung disease caused by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in:

    • Newborns and babies under 1 year of age born during or entering their first RSV season.
    • Children up to 24 months of age who remain at risk of severe RSV disease through their second RSV season.


    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION


    Your child should not take Beyfortus if your child has a history of serious allergic reactions to nirsevimab-alip or any of the ingredients in Beyfortus.


    Before your child receives Beyfortus, tell your healthcare provider about all of your child’s medical conditions, including if your child:

    • has ever had a reaction to Beyfortus.
    • has bleeding or bruising problems. If your child has a problem with bleeding or bruises easily, an injection could cause a problem.


    Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines your child takes, including prescription and over-the- counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Your infant should not receive a medicine called palivizumab if they have already received Beyfortus in the same RSV season.


    Serious allergic reactions have happened with Beyfortus. Get medical help right away if your child has any of the following signs or symptoms of a serious allergic reaction:

    • swelling of the face, mouth, or tongue
    • difficulty swallowing or breathing
    • unresponsiveness
    • bluish color of skin, lips, or under fingernails
    • muscle weakness
    • severe rash, hives, or itching


    The most common side effects of Beyfortus include rash and pain, swelling, or hardness at the site of your child’s injection. These are not all the possible side effects of Beyfortus. Call your healthcare provider if you have questions about side effects.


    Full Prescribing Information: https://products.sanofi.us/beyfortus/beyfortus.pdf

    Patient Information: https://products.sanofi.us/beyfortus/beyfortus_patient-info.pdf

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    18 December 2024, 7:00 am
  • 58 minutes 37 seconds
    Personal Finance Expert Explains How to Navigate Financial Stress in Parenting

    There’s more to being rich than the number in your bank account, but finances are still important. Stress around money can impact our parenting, and kids are quick to notice. How can we talk to them about budgets and responsible spending without passing down our anxiety?

    This week, I welcome Farnoosh Torabi, a personal finance expert, to discuss how to foster open and honest conversations about money with children and help them develop a healthy relationship with finances.

    She joins me to discuss:

    • What inspired her ambition and shaped her understanding of hard work
    • The importance of fostering curiosity about finances in children
    • How being “rich” encompasses more than just financial status


    To connect with Farnoosh Torabi follow her on Instagram @farnooshtorabi, check out all her resources at https://farnoosh.tv/ and listen to her podcast So Money with Farnoosh Torabi.


    Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk.


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    11 December 2024, 7:00 am
  • 46 minutes 41 seconds
    Caring Across Generations: Grandparents and Modern Parenting

    A new baby creates new roles…parent, of course, but also grandparent. A happy family dynamic starts with proactive discussions before baby is even born about the roles both parent and grandparent will have and everyone’s expectations. This week, I welcome Dee Dee Moore, a grandparenting expert, to discuss how to foster healthy relationships and promote open communication between new parents and their parents.


    She joins me to discuss: 

    • The need for effective communication between grandparents and parents
    • How discussing roles and expectations early on is important for a positive relationship
    • The pressures modern parents face from abundant information and social media


    To connect with Dee Dee Moore follow her on Instagram @morethangrand and check out all her resources at morethangrand.com and get her New Grandparent Essentials Guide


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    4 December 2024, 7:00 am
  • 44 minutes 15 seconds
    SIDS Uncovered: Facts, Risk Factors, and Safe Sleep Tips for Parents

    SIDs is scary but research has shown us there are many ways to reduce the risk. We’ll discuss the “ABCs” of sleep and how evidence-based information can help reduce the number of SIDs cases there are. This week, I welcome Dr. Darria Gillespie, an ER doc and mom of three, to discuss how safe sleep practices can greatly reduce the risk of SIDs in your home.


    She joins me to discuss: 

    • Safe sleep practices including the ABCs of sleep for infants
    • How factors like bed sharing, sleep surfaces and infant age influence the risk of SIDS
    • The importance of using evidence-based data to inform parent choices and reduce anxiety


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    To connect with Dr. Darria Gillespie follow her on Instagram @drdarria and check out all her resources at https://drdarria.com/. For more safety tips, purchase Dr. Darria’s baby-proofing course at nopanicparenting.com. Use PEDSDOCTALK for 15% off her course.


    Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk.


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    27 November 2024, 7:00 am
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