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 helping kids (and their parents) sleep better. He knows sleep and the importance of it. 

He joins me to discuss: 

• Terminology and what sleep-training is or isn’t 
• What data and resources we do have surrounding sleep-training and various methods
• Misconceptions surrounding sleep-training

Resources:

Review on Sleep Training Data

Controlled Cortisol and Sleep Training Research Study

“Sleeping Through the Night” Article

Wide Range of Normal Sleep Article

PedsDocTalk Podcast Cry Babies: Cortisol Research and Secure Attachment

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We are constantly going through life transitions and as a new parent it can feel like it’s a CONSTANT. As your child develops, you are constantly going through major transitions as well. Becoming a new mom (or caregiver), maybe going back to work, your child starting school, health issues, etc. Change is constant in our lives but it can sometimes FEEL so hard. I welcome Dr. Krista Klein who has a PhD in interdisciplinary education, scholar, and mother dedicated to supporting other women who are navigating major transitions in their personal and professional lives.

She joins me to discuss: 

• Why change is hard and how we can take control of change
• The “SNAP to Impact” framework for change and why it’s helpful 
• Why processing stress, burnout, and trauma is important in managing major life transitions 

To connect with Krista Klein follow her on Instagram @drkristaklein and head to https://www.drkristaklein.com/ for more resources.

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Early and open conversations with children about sex are important and especially key to start from a young age. Using proper anatomical terms avoid shame and foster safety. I welcome moms Mary Flo Ridley and Megan Michelson from Birds & Bees, who are helping parents stop feeling nervous about these conversations and instead find empowerment through their guidance and practice.

We discuss: 

• That open and continuous dialogue about sex and bodily autonomy helps normalize these topics
• How age-appropriate small discussions and explanations are better than having a single, potentially overwhelming conversation like “The Talk” later on. 
• The importance of teaching children boundaries like “no means no” in all contexts, including sexual situations

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If you have ever had to triple feed OR if someone ever recommends 'triple feeding,' you need to listen to this episode. Triple feeding is when a mom nurses, pumps, and supplements breast milk or formula, and IT IS EXHAUSTING and not sustainable. I welcome Victoria Facelli, a fellow IBCLC-lactation consultant and author of Feed the Baby, who is changing how we talk about feeding babies.

We discuss: 

• What triple feeding is and why it’s not sustainable 
• The problem with lactation education and how we got to triple feeding as an option in the first place 
• How someone can balance milk production, feeding the baby, and sleep

To connect with Victoria Facelli follow her on Instagram @victoria.facelli.ibclc and purchase her book “Feed the Baby”.

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The model-minority myth is harmful to our mental health, particularly within immigrant communities. The myth promotes an idealized image of Asian Americans as universally successful, hardworking, and problem-free, which sets unrealistic standards and pressures individuals to conform to a narrow definition of success. I welcome Prachi Gupta to talk about the model-minority narrative and the impact it has on all of us and on the changes needed for future generations. 

We discuss:

• How her personal family dynamics led her to investigate the impact of the model-minority myth
• The mental health struggles that come with pressure from parents
• Why we need to provide acceptance and love rather than pressure and perfectionism

To connect with Prachi Gupta follow her on Instagram @prachigu. For more resources visit the Prachi.co or purchase her debut memoir “They Called Us Exceptional” on Bookshop.org. Hardcover copies are available now or paperback is available for pre-order and out in stores Aug 20.

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#PhilipsPartner Sharing the responsibilities during the fourth trimester is crucial, especially when balancing motherhood and a career. Prioritizing self-care while leaning on baby’s care team helps you find joy in everyday moments.  

In this episode, I chat with Robin Arzón, a Peloton instructor and mother of two, to discuss: 

• The importance of maintaining physical and emotional well-being through movement, breath work, and self-care practices 
• The critical role of a support network in balancing the demands of motherhood with her career 
• How using Philips Avent bottles allowed Robin the flexibility to switch between breastfeeding and bottle feeding 
• And so much more! 

Connect with Robin on Instagram @robinnyc. To learn more about Philips Avent and their suite of baby products that allow you to share the care, visit avent.com #ShareTheCare

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The Red Light, Green Light food labeling system has been around to categorize foods as good and bad and was initially created to support weight loss in children with obesity. However, there are many flaws to this system that can backfire when it comes to child health. I welcome Dr. Taylor Arnold, a PhD, registered dietician, and founder of Growing Intuitive Eaters. She is on a mission to foster a healthy relationship with food and teach adults how to talk to kids about food in a positive way.

She joins me to discuss: 

• Why labeling systems for food is not conducive to creating a healthy relationship with food 
• Why “talking less and showing more” can be a helpful strategy to encourage balanced eating
• Phrases to avoid when talking about foods with kids

Connect with Dr. Taylor Arnold on Instagram @growing.intuitive.eaters and visit growingintuitiveeaters.com for more resources. 

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Some children jump right into new situations, and some are slow to warm. But when is it shyness? And when is it something more? I welcome Dr. Melissa Giglio, a child clinical psychologist, author, and director of a private practice in Hong Kong.

We discuss:

• How are shy kids misunderstood
• The difference between shyness and anxiety
• Strategies to support our slow-to-warm or anxious children in new situations

Connect with Dr. Melissa Giglio on Instagram @braverygrows and visit bravemightyminds.com for more resources.

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On this show, I welcome guests to chat about parenting and parental health, especially maternal physical and mental health. Taking care of ourselves is just as important as caring for our children. On this episode, I welcome sisters Amy Kiefer and Krystle Howald, founders and creators of Expecting and Empowered. They join me to discuss:  

• Why strength training is important in various stages of our life
• Mindset shifts and reframing to approaching strength training and working out during pregnancy and postpartum
• How to build strength training into our busy lives

Connect with Amy and Krystle on Instagram @expectingandempowered. For more resources, visit expectingandempowered.com.

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#PhilipsPartner The fourth trimester is hard for many reasons, and feeding difficulties can impact a parent’s mental well-being. But how so, and why do feeding difficulties play a role in our mental state?  

On this episode, I’ll discuss: 

• How challenges in newborn feeding can impact maternal mental well-being.
• Why we need to utilize our support system and #ShareTheCare postpartum.
• How to protect our mental well-being AND focus on our postpartum feeding goals. 

To learn more about Philips Avent and their suite of baby products that allow you to share the care, visit avent.com.

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Mirror neurons are one of the keys to child development. Our babies and kids are watching and observing us and how we interact with them, others, and ourselves. On this episode, I welcome Chris Lake, a young childhood development expert and educator, and founder of Behavior Booster, to discuss:

• The science behind mirror neurons
• How we as parents can use mirror neurons to our benefit in child development and parenting
• Why modeling for our kids is so important

Connect with Chris on Instagram @behaviorbooster.

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