On this episode of the Blueberry Pediatrics Podcast, Dr. Lyndsey Garbi sits down with Alice Lee, the CEO and founder of First Day, a wellness brand reshaping the supplement industry for modern families. They dive deep into the silent epidemic of hidden nutrient deficiencies, the misleading practices in mainstream supplements, and why our food—even when it’s “healthy”—might not be as nourishing as we think.

Alice shares her personal journey from growing up in California to uncovering generational malnutrition within her family, which sparked her mission to tackle modern health crises with real science, transparency, and integrity. She breaks down the alarming facts behind vanishing nutrients, microplastics, magnesium absorption, and the truth about sugar alternatives in kids’ vitamins.

They also explore the lack of regulation in the supplement space, the importance of clinical rigor, and the unique challenges of building a socially impactful health brand while staying accessible and science-backed. Plus, Alice offers a powerful message for aspiring female founders about betting on yourself—especially when you're not “qualified.”

Connect with Alice Li and First Day

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-s-li/ (LinkedIn)

https://firstday.com/ (Website)

Connect with Dr. Lyndsey:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndsey-garbi-48664345/ (Linkedin)

@lyndseygarbimd (Instagram)

Discover more about Blueberry Pediatrics:

https://www.blueberrypediatrics.com/

@BlueberryPediatrics (IG)

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In this episode, Dr. Lyndsey Garbi sits down with Jennifer Sternbach, founder of Food Allergy Advocates and certified holistic nutrition practitioner, to talk about the everyday realities of managing food allergies in children. As a food allergy parent herself, Jennifer brings a unique, practical perspective on what families actually need—beyond the clinical advice—to navigate allergy-friendly living with confidence.

They explore topics like navigating school and social settings, label reading, introducing new foods, and how to empower kids to be their own best advocates. Whether your child has been newly diagnosed or you’ve been managing allergies for years, this episode offers guidance, encouragement, and tangible takeaways for real families.

Connect with Jennifer Sternbach

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbstearns/ (LinkedIn)

Connect with Dr. Lyndsey:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndsey-garbi-48664345/ (Linkedin)

@lyndseygarbimd (Instagram)

Discover more about Blueberry Pediatrics:

https://www.blueberrypediatrics.com/

@BlueberryPediatrics (IG)

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In this summer edition of the Blueberry Pediatrics Podcast, Dr. Monica Davern is joined by Dr. Marisa Quattrone and Dr. Jamilet Alegria for a fun, practical, and info-packed roundtable on keeping your kids healthy, safe, and (somewhat) on schedule during summer travel. From airplane prep and road trip survival kits to tick checks, Lyme disease myths, sunscreen picks, pool safety, and how to handle jet lag like a pro—this episode covers everything parents need to know before hitting the road or staying home for a backyard adventure.

Learn why bright swimsuits save lives, how to build a pediatrician-approved travel medical kit, and when it's time to reapply that sunscreen (spoiler: it's sooner than you think). Whether you're planning a beach escape, a hike through the woods, or just a splash in the community pool, this is your go-to guide for a safer summer.

Connect with Dr. Monica Davern

https://www.instagram.com/mighty.roots/ (Instagram)

Connect with Dr. Marisa Quattrone

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisa-quattrone-375778218/ (LinkedIn)

Connect with Dr. Jamilet Alegria:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamilet-alegria-md/ (Linkedin)

Discover more about Blueberry Pediatrics:

https://www.blueberrypediatrics.com/

@BlueberryPediatrics (IG)

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