Episodes

  • Ep. 98: Babyproofing or Adult-Proofing? Household Safety Tips - with Dr. Darria

    Ep. 98: Babyproofing or Adult-Proofing? Household Safety Tips - with Dr. Darria
    Jan 15 2025
    Where are the most dangerous places in your house? Learn how to safety proof your home and avoid trips to the ER with tips from emergency medicine physician Darria Long Gillespie, MD. Find Dr. Darria at NoPanicParenting.com Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or submit at drwendyhunter.com Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: drwendyhunter.com Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Ep. 97: Build a Healthy Relationship with Food (and Prevent Eating Disorders) – with Maya Kumar, MD

    Ep. 97: Build a Healthy Relationship with Food (and Prevent Eating Disorders) – with Maya Kumar, MD
    Jan 8 2025
    Eating isn’t just about nutrition—it’s also a social skill. As parents, it’s your job to help kids feel confident about eating in social settings. How can you tell if your child has an unhealthy relationship with food? Adolescent Medicine specialist Dr. Maya Kumar shares how to spot the signs and guide your child toward normal, balanced eating habits. She breaks down the risks of fad diets, the importance of “celebration eating,” and why teaching kids to have a healthy relationship with food is so important. Find Maya Kumar, MD at UC San Diego and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or submit at drwendyhunter.com Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: drwendyhunter.com Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Ep. 96: The Best of 2024: Listeners’ Favorite Health Tips

    Ep. 96: The Best of 2024: Listeners’ Favorite Health Tips
    Jan 1 2025
    Start the new year with a look back at the most popular and helpful topics from The Pediatrician Next Door in 2024! In this special "best of" episode, Dr. Wendy revisits listener favorites, including how to handle fevers, the pros and cons of plant-based versus cow’s milk, and the hidden dangers of forever chemicals. These are the parenting conversations you won’t find anywhere else—designed to help you make informed, confident decisions for your family’s health. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or submit at drwendyhunter.com Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: drwendyhunter.com Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Bonus: “My Doctor Said I’m Fat”: Changing the Way We Talk About Weight – with Maya Kumar, MD

    Bonus: “My Doctor Said I’m Fat”: Changing the Way We Talk About Weight – with Maya Kumar, MD
    Dec 25 2024
    A doctor’s words can shape how kids feel about their body. In this episode, Adolescent Medicine pediatrician Dr. Maya Kumar shares how doctors can approach weight conversations with care and compassion. Learn how to focus on health, while addressing weight-related issues. Find Maya Kumar, MD at UC San Diego and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or submit at drwendyhunter.com Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: drwendyhunter.com Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • Ep. 95: Body Image: Raising Kids who Like Themselves – with Maya Kumar, MD

    Ep. 95: Body Image: Raising Kids who Like Themselves – with Maya Kumar, MD
    Dec 18 2024
    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 Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or submit at drwendyhunter.com Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: drwendyhunter.com Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Ep. 94: The Gifts of Giving: Raising Grateful and Thoughtful Kids This Holiday Season

    Ep. 94: The Gifts of Giving: Raising Grateful and Thoughtful Kids This Holiday Season
    Dec 11 2024
    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. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or submit at drwendyhunter.com Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: drwendyhunter.com Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • Ep. 93: Raising Kind Kids: The Secret Power of Empathy

    Ep. 93: Raising Kind Kids: The Secret Power of Empathy
    Dec 4 2024
    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. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or submit at drwendyhunter.com Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: drwendyhunter.com Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Ep. 92: The Toddler Hack: Outsmarting Tantrums and Whines

    Ep. 92: The Toddler Hack: Outsmarting Tantrums and Whines
    Nov 27 2024
    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! Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or submit at drwendyhunter.com Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: drwendyhunter.com Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins