Being a new parent has a lot of unknowns and a lot of misinformation, especially in this era of social media. We all want the best for our children, and all of this information we receive and decisions we have to make can be very overwhelming and even evoke a lot of fear. It’s so important to ask the hard questions, and find medical professionals that you trust and who are reputable.

An example of one of the big questions parents have is, “Should I follow a vaccination plan for my newborn?” Rebekah Diamond is on the podcast today to discuss her role as a pediatrician and how she helps parents figure out their medical plan and give them steps to take when it comes to raising a healthy child. We also discuss the best way to gather information online, the anti-vaccination movement, and how the wellness industry can be predatory to moms and promote false hope.

Dr. Rebekah Diamond is a hospital pediatrician in New York City and an assistant professor of pediatrics at Columbia University. She is the author of the book “Parent Like a Pediatrician.” Follow her on Instagram @parentlikeapediatrician.

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