Today we discuss Dr. Jim's recent segment on CNN about the ramifications of too much screen time for kids. Also joining us today is family wellness educator Brandie Hadfield (www.BrandieHadfield.ca), who will answer some of your nighttime parenting questions and share her advice on how to find the sleeping arrangement that works best for your family.

Today we have a special guest, our sister and health coach/fitness instructor Erin Sears-Basile, who will share some her tips to sticking to an exercise plan. We'll also discuss some tips for better sleep during pregnancy.

Today we are honored to welcome our dad, Dr. William Sears, into the studio to share some of his story battling colon cancer 20 years ago and a recent health issue he's currently fighting. We also discuss an article answering the question of "How long does it take for a swallowed lego to come out the other end?" as well as a new device on the market to assist people with epilepsy.

Ever wonder how your child's teacher gets 20+ kids to behave all day long? We discuss 12 discipline strategies used in classrooms that you can adapt for use at home. We also discuss a listener question about what age is appropriate to give your kid a cell phone and some issues that arise with it. Also, how do you know your child has the flu or just a cold? Lastly, we talk about a recent study showing that 15% of toddlers are drinking 4 oz. of coffee every day - is that safe?

Today we discuss four listener questions: 1) Dr. Jim's thoughts on various diet plans like keto, vegan, and so on, 2) tips to curb anxiety, 3) reverting on potty training and other behavior "problems" when a new baby sibling comes along, and 4) what to do if you suspect your child may have an OCD-like disorder known as PANDAS. We also wish Dr. Jim a very happy birthday.

Today's topics include: 7 mistakes parents make when installing and using car seats, how to establish good sleep habits with your child, and a listener phone call about helping their child's "sore loser" behavior.

Hayden discusses what it means to be a certified health coach. We also talk about 3 ways you might be making your child overly materialistic. Also, just what is it about fruits and vegetables that make them so crucial for optimal health? Listener phone call: What are some signs that you need to take your kid to the doctor?

Does your child have a problem with stealing? Yelling? In this episode, we discuss some discipline strategies related to these behaviors, as well as the importance of parents not yelling and ways to avoid it. Also, we answer listener questions about a severed frenulum and what to do about an overly-clingy toddler.

Welcome to the official first episode of the Dr. Sears Family Podcast! In this episode we go over some introductions and our vision for the podcast, share tips for staying healthy over the holiday season, and discuss ways to teach kids about money. In addition, we help a caller with some pointers for finding the right pediatrician for your family and answer a Twitter question about how to approach attachment parenting with older kids in regards to setting boundaries.