In Focus

Noticing an eye turn, a persistent head tilt, or a white pupil in a flash photo can leave parents unsure how urgently to act. Which signs should you bring to your pediatrician, and when is a comprehensive eye exam needed instead of routine screening?

In this episode of the In Focus podcast, pediatric ophthalmologist Dr. Rupa Wong answers four parent questions about baby and toddler eye health. She explains what screenings look for, when an eye turn may need specialist assessment, why patching or surgery is not automatic, and why redness or tearing should be evaluated before treating a toddler with artificial tears.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Ask Dr. Rupa: Baby Vision Q&A

01:04 What Are the Warning Signs of Vision Problems in Babies?

06:04 Is a Vision Screening Enough, or Does Your Child Need a Comprehensive Eye Exam?

12:35 Does an Eye Turn at 18 Months Always Need Treatment?

15:23 Can Toddlers Use Artificial Tears?

17:54 When Should You Ask Your Pediatrician About Your Child’s Vision?

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrupawong 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRupaWong 

Newsletter: https://www.drrupawong.com/sign-up 

Become a Patient: https://www.honolulueyeclinic.com 

Earn FREE CE/CME Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! 

ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

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How do you set screen time limits when the iPad feels like the only thing that keeps your child calm? For parents of children with autism or ADHD, knowing when screens provide a helpful break and when they’re getting in the way isn’t always straightforward.

In this episode of the In Focus podcast, Dr. Rupa Wong, a mom of two neurodivergent children, welcomes clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst Dr. Gabie Izralson. Dr. Izralson explains why stopping screen time can be difficult, why content choices matter, and how to set boundaries and prepare children for what comes next. She shares realistic ways to start making changes and explains when meltdowns become a cause for concern.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Screen Time and Neurodivergent Kids

02:06 Meet Dr. Gabie Izralson

04:56 When Should You Ask About Developmental Delays?

07:08 What Are the Signs of Autism in Children?

10:00 What Are the Signs of ADHD in Children?

10:35 Why Is Ending Screen Time So Hard for Neurodivergent Kids?

12:42 When Does Screen Time Become a Problem?

13:53 Can Screen Time Help Autistic Children Regulate Their Emotions?

14:56 How Does Screen Time Affect Kids’ Attention?

16:09 What Can Kids Do Instead of Screen Time?

17:08 How Do You Set Screen Time Limits for Neurodivergent Kids?

18:18 How Can You Help Your Child Transition Off Screens?

19:39 How Do You Stay Consistent With Screen Time Limits?

21:20 When Should You Seek Help for Your Child’s Meltdowns?

22:47 How Can You Reduce Screen Time Without Changing Everything at Once?

24:26 Connect With Dr. Gabie Izralson

GUEST RESOURCES:

Website: https://drgabie.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabiepsychology/

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrupawong 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRupaWong 

Newsletter: https://www.drrupawong.com/sign-up 

Become a Patient: https://www.honolulueyeclinic.com 

Earn FREE CE/CME Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! 

ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

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Can Ozempic cause blindness, and what does the research actually show? If you take Ozempic, Wegovy, or another GLP 1 medication, headlines about vision loss can be unsettling. How big is the risk, who may be more vulnerable, and what should you do if your vision suddenly changes?

In this episode of the In Focus podcast, board certified ophthalmologist Dr. Rupa Wong reviews the evidence linking semaglutide to NAION, a rare optic nerve condition that can cause sudden, painless vision loss. She explains what the studies do and do not show, how relative risk differs from absolute risk, and why recommendations may differ for people with type 2 diabetes versus those taking semaglutide for weight loss. You will also learn what to discuss with your prescriber and eye doctor before changing treatment and which symptoms require urgent evaluation.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Can Ozempic Cause Blindness?

02:18 What Is NAION?

03:42 How Rare Is NAION?

04:01 Can Diabetes Cause Optic Nerve Damage?

05:20 Is Ozempic Linked to Vision Loss?

06:38 What Do Eye Doctors Say About Ozempic?

08:35 What Are the Chances of Vision Loss With Ozempic?

11:16 Can Blood Sugar Changes Affect Your Vision?

12:49 Should I Stop Taking Ozempic?

13:39 Should I Tell My Eye Doctor I Take Ozempic?

15:00 Do I Need an Eye Exam Before Starting Ozempic?

16:04 What Should I Do If I Suddenly Lose Vision in One Eye?

16:46 Taking Ozempic for Diabetes vs. Weight Loss

18:43 How Can I Protect My Eyes While Taking Ozempic?

19:28 Ozempic and Vision Loss: What Should I Know?

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrupawong 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRupaWong 

Newsletter: https://www.drrupawong.com/sign-up 

Become a Patient: https://www.honolulueyeclinic.com 

Earn FREE CE/CME Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! 

ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

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More than 1 billion people worldwide suffer from migraines. So why can finding migraine relief still feel like a guessing game? If you’re avoiding triggers but still losing days to attacks, what else should you be considering?

In this episode of the In Focus podcast, board certified ophthalmologist Dr. Rupa Wong talks with Katherine Podraza, MD, PhD, a board certified headache neurologist and founder of Ola Migraine. Dr. Podraza explains why migraines happen and what can help when avoiding triggers isn’t enough. She breaks down migraine aura, hormonal changes, and treatment options so you know what to ask your doctor about relief and prevention.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Why Do I Keep Getting Migraines?

02:10 What Causes Migraines?

06:17 Can Painkillers Cause Rebound Headaches?

07:47 Can You Have Migraine Aura Without a Headache?

14:06 Does Migraine Aura Affect Treatment and Stroke Risk?

18:16 Migraine Relief During Pregnancy: What Are the Options?

21:42 Can You Take Birth Control With Migraine Aura?

23:22 Can You Take Hormone Therapy If You Have Migraines?

24:10 What Triggers Migraines? Chocolate, Caffeine, and Alcohol

31:35 How Do CGRP Medications Treat Migraines?

36:19 Can Magnesium and Vitamins Help Prevent Migraines?

39:33 Can You Treat Migraines Without Medication?

41:08 Does Caffeine Help or Trigger Migraines?

43:22 Migraine Glasses: Blue Light vs. FL-41 Lenses

44:45 When Should You Get Help for Migraines?

46:42 Dr. Katherine Podraza and Ola Migraine

GUEST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olamigraineclinic/

Website: https://www.olamigraine.com

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrupawong 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRupaWong 

Newsletter: https://www.drrupawong.com/sign-up 

Become a Patient: https://www.honolulueyeclinic.com 

Earn FREE CE/CME Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! 

ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can nearsightedness actually be reversed, and can a lazy eye be corrected at home?

In this episode of the In Focus podcast, board-certified ophthalmologist and pediatric eye specialist Dr. Rupa Wong answers your questions about myopia in children and adults, amblyopia and strabismus, vision therapy, safe distances for TVs, tablets, and books, and whether sunglasses reduce the myopia prevention benefits of outdoor time. She also explains which treatments can slow nearsightedness, why at-home eye exercises should be guided by an eye doctor, and simple ways families can support healthy vision without giving up screens, reading, or sun protection.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Ask. Dr Rupa

00:43 Can Nearsightedness Be Reversed?

02:43 Can Myopia Keep Getting Worse in Your 30s?

04:04 Can Lazy Eye Be Corrected at Home?

08:00 Does Vision Therapy Work for Strabismus?

10:15 How Far Should Kids Sit From the TV?

11:58 How Far Should Kids Hold Tablets, Phones, and Books?

13:40 Do Sunglasses Reduce the Myopia Benefits of Outdoor Time?

14:41 How Much Outdoor Light Helps Prevent Myopia in Kids?

17:23 Should Kids Wear Hats and Sunglasses Outside?

18:15 How Can I Submit an Eye Health Question to Dr. Rupa?

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrupawong 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRupaWong 

Newsletter: https://www.drrupawong.com/sign-up 

Become a Patient: https://www.honolulueyeclinic.com 

Earn FREE CE/CME Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! 

ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the best way to help your young athlete is to stop coaching them? When parents push harder, correct every mistake, or focus too much on outcomes, support can start to feel like pressure. The shift is learning when to step back, let the coach lead, and help your child take ownership of the work.

In this episode of the In Focus podcast, Dr. Rupa Wong talks with Chris Faildo, co owner of Flexx Fitness Hawaii, IFBB Pro bodybuilder, National Guard veteran, and coach to youth athletes. They discuss discipline, sleep, nutrition, phones, consistency, strength training, and what parents should say after a disappointing performance. This conversation offers a practical way to build confident, resilient athletes without sacrificing the joy of sport.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 How to Support Young Athletes Without Pressure

02:34 Youth Athlete Discipline: Talent vs. Habits

05:16 Teen Athletes, Screen Time, and Sports Focus

09:49 How Parents Affect Youth Sports Performance

13:06 Why Young Athletes Listen to Coaches

15:30 Building Discipline and Consistency in Young Athletes

19:34 How to Motivate Young Athletes

23:04 Strength Training for Young Athletes

26:41 Sports Nutrition for Teen Athletes

30:06 Sleep and Recovery for Teen Athletes

33:05 What to Say After a Bad Game or Meet

35:04 How to Keep Kids in Sports

GUEST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisfaildo

Website: https://flexxfitnesshawaii.com

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrupawong 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRupaWong 

Newsletter: https://www.drrupawong.com/sign-up 

Become a Patient: https://www.honolulueyeclinic.com 

Earn FREE CE/CME Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! 

ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How much screen time is too much for kids? If counting the hours doesn’t tell the whole story, what should parents watch instead?

In this solo episode of In Focus, board-certified ophthalmologist, pediatric surgeon, and mom of three Dr. Rupa Wong breaks down the Surgeon General’s screen time warning and shares seven realistic rules families can use. She explains which patterns deserve closer attention, how screen use can affect sleep, mood, online safety, and eye health, and where parents can begin without guilt or panic.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 How Much Screen Time Is Too Much for Kids?

01:29 What Is the Surgeon General’s Screen Time Warning?

02:43 What Makes Screen Use Harmful for Children?

05:17 Why Can’t My Child Stop Using Screens?

06:32 How Does Screen Time Affect Kids’ Sleep?

07:36 How Can Parents Keep Kids Safe Online?

09:19 What Is Screen Time Replacing in Your Child’s Life?

10:02 Does Screen Time Damage Children’s Eyes?

11:28 Can Reading Cause Nearsightedness?

12:00 Can Outdoor Time Prevent Myopia in Children?

12:34 How Can Kids Reduce Eye Strain from Screens?

13:33 Why Does My Child Melt Down After Screen Time?

14:52 How Do You Know if Your Child Has Too Much Screen Time?

16:03 What Screen Time Rules Actually Work?

18:55 How Can Parents Set Healthy Screen Time Boundaries?

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrupawong 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRupaWong 

Newsletter: https://www.drrupawong.com/sign-up 

Become a Patient: https://www.honolulueyeclinic.com 

Earn FREE CE/CME Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! 

ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You have screen limits, filters, and family rules in place, but are they enough to protect your child’s mental health in a digital world you cannot fully control? Dr. Rupa Wong sits down with board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist and mother Dr. Roshni Koli to discuss what truly supports children’s mental health. They explore social media readiness, healthy boundaries, warning signs that a child may need help, and why protection is not only about what children see online. It is also about building the trust they need to tell us what they are experiencing.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Children’s Mental Health in the Digital Age

01:40 How Has Parenting Changed in the Digital Age?

03:18 How Does Technology Affect Children’s Mental Health?

04:53 What Is the Right Age for Kids to Use Social Media?

07:17 How to Talk to Kids About Inappropriate Online Content

08:12 How Do You Build Trust and Set Boundaries With Kids?

09:17 Should You Let Your Child Fail?

10:46 How Do Sleep and Nutrition Affect Children’s Mental Health?

12:46 Is Teen Moodiness Normal or a Mental Health Concern?

14:15 What Are the Signs of Depression in Children?

15:30 When Should a Child See a Therapist or Psychiatrist?

17:09 Can a Pediatrician Help With Mental Health?

18:59 Are Pediatricians Trained to Treat Mental Health Concerns?

21:29 At What Age Do Mental Health Conditions Begin?

21:55 Does Social Media Cause Mental Health Problems in Children?

24:07 Why Is Children’s Mental Health Care Hard to Access?

27:06 What Is the Best Way to Support Your Child’s Mental Health?

29:06 Connect With Dr. Roshni Koli

GUEST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roshnilani/

Website: https://mmhpi.org/staff/roshni-koli-md/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roshni-koli-7671b8247/

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrupawong 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRupaWong 

Newsletter: https://www.drrupawong.com/sign-up 

Become a Patient: https://www.honolulueyeclinic.com 

Earn FREE CE/CME Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! 

ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can red light therapy for myopia safely slow eye growth in children? Red light therapy for eyes is attracting attention because some short-term studies show striking reductions in axial elongation, but the exact device, treatment protocol, retinal safety, and what happens when treatment stops all matter.

In this episode, board-certified ophthalmologist and pediatric eye surgeon Dr. Rupa Wong examines the evidence, the unanswered safety questions, and the established myopia-control options parents can discuss when a child’s glasses prescription keeps getting stronger.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Should My Child Try Red Light Therapy for Myopia?

02:29 What Is Childhood Myopia?

03:46 How Does Red Light Therapy for Myopia Work?

04:35 Does Red Light Therapy Slow Myopia?

05:47 How Strong Is the Evidence for Red Light Therapy?

06:56 Is Red Light Therapy Safe for Children’s Eyes?

09:04 What Happens When Red Light Therapy Stops?

10:11 Is Red Light Therapy for Myopia FDA Approved?

11:08 What Should Parents Do When Myopia Gets Worse?

11:59 How Much Outdoor Time Do Kids Need to Reduce Myopia Risk?

12:20 How Do Screens, Reading, and Near Work Affect Myopia?

13:39 What Myopia Control Treatments Are Available for Kids?

14:29 Is Ortho-K Safe for Children With Myopia?

14:54 What Is the Best Myopia Treatment for My Child?

16:01 What if My Child’s Myopia Is Progressing Quickly?

16:28 What Red Light Therapy Research Is Still Needed?

17:21 Is Red Light Therapy Ready for Childhood Myopia?

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrupawong 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRupaWong 

Newsletter: https://www.drrupawong.com/sign-up 

Become a Patient: https://www.honolulueyeclinic.com 

Earn FREE CE/CME Credits: https://learnatpinnacle.com

This episode is brought to you by ⁠The Pinnacle Podcast Network⁠! 

ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’re getting enough hours, following every sleepmaxxing rule, and checking your sleep tracker each morning, but you still don’t feel rested. Is your routine the problem, can trying too hard make insomnia worse, or should you be evaluated for a sleep disorder?

Dr. Rupa Wong talks with triple board-certified sleep neurologist Dr. Meredith Broderick about how to sleep better without becoming trapped by sleep scores, supplements, and viral advice. They examine melatonin, mouth taping, screens, blue light, sleep trackers, sleep apnea, and the habits that help children and teenagers sleep. Which strategies are supported by evidence, and which could distract you from the real reason you are not sleeping well?

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 Sleepmaxxing and the Search for Better Sleep

01:25 Meet Dr. Meredith Broderick

02:17 What Is Behavioral Sleep Medicine?

04:01 Why Sleep Medicine Is Preventive Care

06:00 How Do Screens Affect Sleep?

07:50 How Does Blue Light Affect Sleep?

09:41 Do Blue Light Glasses and Dark Mode Work?

10:41 Why Are Adults Trying to Optimize Sleep?

11:45 What Is Sleepmaxxing?

12:17 What Is Orthosomnia?

13:37 Can You Trust Your Sleep Tracker?

16:11 Is Mouth Taping Safe?

17:33 Does the Sleepy Girl Mocktail Work?

18:27 Does Melatonin Help You Sleep?

19:56 Should You Get Tested for Sleep Apnea?

20:51 Can Palate Expansion Help Children Breathe Better?

23:25 Can Sleep Problems Look Like ADHD?

24:16 How Can Parents Build Better Sleep Habits?

25:46 Why Are Some People Night Owls?

27:46 Is Melatonin Safe for Kids?

30:00 How Can Parents Help Teenagers Sleep Better?

32:10 Should Teenagers Sleep In on Weekends?

33:23 How Do Parents Model Healthy Sleep?

35:13 Is Sleeping Separately Bad for Your Relationship?

36:57 Is Hitting Snooze Bad for You?

37:42 What Is the Best Sleep Position?

38:14 Are Naps Good for You?

39:05 When Should You Stop Consuming Caffeine?

40:01 Are Sleep Supplements Worth It?

40:17 Who Should Be Screened for Sleep Apnea?

GUEST RESOURCES:

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thesleepneurologist/

Website: https://soundsleepguru.com/about/?srsltid=AfmBOoox0aU74kYQ88AjZ19dJFWu3IOKZBn1-351jUSeEsogHfYYPQbb

IN FOCUS WITH DR. RUPA WONG:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ6yGQlJEBHouNHGZJgsAPspu4nJhrDRd&si=-G1WPggk3LzjHyz9 

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-focus/id1569697237 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3en4olHWr48cyWaUikrcje?si=c606ebf291294d03 

HOST RESOURCES:

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ABOUT DR. RUPA WONG:

Rupa Wong, MD is an Ivy League trained board certified pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus surgeon, wife, mom to 3 kids, entrepreneur, and the managing partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic for the past 15 years. She is passionate about helping the modern working mom focus on what matters most as she balances her ambition, her career, her family, and herself. 

Disclaimer: Rupa Wong, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care.

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