Time-Outs get a bad rap on social media, however when done correctly they can be effective for some children. On this episode, I welcome Dr Jenicka Engler, developmental neuropsychologist, clinical scientist, and mom to discuss:<ul>
<li>Why Time-outs get a bad rap</li>
<li>When time-outs can be effective</li>
<li>When NOT to use time-outs </li>
<li>How parents misuse time outs </li>
</ul> Find Dr. Jenicka on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drjenicka/?hl=en">@drjenicka</a> Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@pedsdoctalk?sub_confirmation=1">subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube</a>. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Time-Outs get a bad rap on social media, however when done correctly they can be effective for some children. On this episode, I welcome Dr Jenicka Engler, developmental neuropsychologist, clinical scientist, and mom to discuss: Why Time-outs get a bad rap When time-outs can be effective When NOT to use time-outs How parents misuse time outs Find Dr. Jenicka on Instagram @drjenicka Check out my weekly videos on child health & development by subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Time-Outs get a bad rap on social media, however when done correctly they can be effective for some children. On this episode, I welcome Dr Jenicka Engler, developmental neuropsychologist, clinical scientist, and mom to discuss:<ul>
<li>Why Time-outs get a bad rap</li>
<li>When time-outs can be effective</li>
<li>When NOT to use time-outs&nbsp;</li>
<li>How parents misuse time outs&nbsp;</li>
</ul> Find Dr. Jenicka on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drjenicka/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer">@drjenicka</a> Check out my weekly videos on child health &amp; development by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@pedsdoctalk?sub_confirmation=1" rel="noopener noreferrer">subscribing to PedsDocTalk on YouTube</a>. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Are Time-outs OUT in parenting?

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Each episode dives into real-life parenting challenges, featuring conversations with specialists in pediatrics, child psychology, nutrition, and parental well-being. From potty training and sleep training to tackling tantrums, picky eating, discipline, screen time, postpartum recovery, and developmental milestones, Dr. Mona provides practical, science-backed advice that actually works.
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The PedsDocTalk Podcast is your go-to parenting resource, hosted by Dr. Mona Amin, a trusted pediatrician, parenting expert, and mom of two. As a top 50 Parenting Podcast in the U.S., this show delivers expert-backed guidance on child development, health, illness, behavior, feeding, and sleep—giving parents the confidence to navigate every stage from baby to teen. Each episode dives into real-life parenting challenges, featuring conversations with specialists in pediatrics, child psychology, nutrition, and parental well-being. From potty training and sleep training to tackling tantrums, picky eating, discipline, screen time, postpartum recovery, and developmental milestones, Dr. Mona provides practical, science-backed advice that actually works. Tune in on Mondays and Wednesdays for actionable insights, mindset shifts, and expert interviews that empower you to raise healthy, resilient, and happy kids—while thriving as a parent yourself!

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