As parents, we want our children to be able to recognize, understand, and regulate their emotions. But in order to help our children develop their emotional intelligence, we must also continuously develop ours. I am joined today by Dr. Maiysha Clairborne who is sharing all about emotional intelligence and how we can support our children develop emotional fluency.

Dr. Maiysha Clairborne is a Physician, Thought Leader, Consultant, & Neurolinguistic Programming Trainer. A TEDX Speaker and the founder of Mind Re-Mapping Co., she helps individuals become trauma-responsive by teaching the tools of trauma informed listening, conscious communication and emotional intelligence. Focused on equity and inclusiveness in healthcare, education, and corporations, she teaches her audiences that by mastering their emotional fluency & thought habits, they can mitigate harm by being responsible for the impact of their words & behaviors. Dr. Clairborne is a graduate of Emory University, Morehouse School of Medicine. A 2022 TEDx Asheville Speaker, she is also the co-author of Conscious Anti-Racism.

In today's episode, we talk about the five elements of emotional fluency, how to help develop this within ourselves and within our children, and the importance of modeling for our children.

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Discussing sex and sexual health is oftentimes seen as taboo and having discussions about these topics can be difficult. Many women may not have someone to talk to about their sexual health, low libido, or changes they’ve experienced postpartum. Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is joining me today to talk about the importance of sex education and understanding your sexual health.

Dr. Sadaf Lodhi is a board certified OBGYN in practice for over 23 years. She is also an intimacy coach and practices telehealth. Dr. Lodhi helps women overcome physical and mental barriers so that they can find pleasure in their relationships.

In today's episode, we talk about sex positivity and negativity, how to navigate low libido, how to create more intimacy within your relationship, and the importance of reaching out for help when you need it.

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Are you struggling to navigate the world of technology as a parent? Many parents find it a challenge to balance wanting their child to have access to educational resources and worrying about the potential negative effects of screen time. Today, Dr. Katie Davis is joining me to discuss how we can help our children use digital media in a meaningful and positive way.

Dr. Katie Davis is an Associate Professor at the University of Washington (UW) and Director of the UW Digital Youth Lab. For nearly twenty years, she has been researching the impact of digital technologies on young people’s learning, development, and well-being. In her latest book, Technology’s Child: Digital Media’s Role in the Ages and Stages of Growing Up, Dr. Davis brings clarity to what we know about technology’s role in child development and provides guidance on how to help children of all ages make the most of their digital experiences.

Join us as we discuss how we as parents can help their children and teens navigate the digital media world, how she makes decisions about what apps her child uses, digital media legislature, and the good enough digital parent.

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Although infertility and secondary infertility are quite common, it can be a very difficult subject for many women. Trying to conceive can be very stressful and emotional for those struggling on the journey. Dr. Carolina M. Sueldo is joining me to discuss infertility, secondary infertility, and ways to optimize fertility.

Dr. Carolina M. Sueldo is a Double Board Certified Fertility Specialist currently practicing in her hometown of Fresno, California. She completed her residency training at UCSF-Fresno, and her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) at the University of Connecticut. Dr. Sueldo has been a speaker at National meetings, as well as international speaking invitations throughout Latin America (such as Argentina, Columbia, and Mexico). 

She is the Go-To Local Media Women's Health Expert in the Central Valley, and she has held several positions within the Women’s Health Community (such as Vice Chair and Chair for her District Section). Dr. Sueldo is passionate about empowering women through education about their fertility.

In today's episode, we discuss the statistics on infertility and secondary infertility, the impact of age on fertility, common myths around fertility, the relationship between stress and anxiety and fertility, and how to optimize fertility.

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As parents, we often worry if our kids are getting their nutritional needs met, what supplements we should be giving them, and what to do about picky eating. We try to find the best multivitamins and sneak veggies into foods in hopes that we are helping our children be as healthy as possible. Wendy Hunter, MD is joining me to share some insight on some common questions and concerns parents have when it comes to nutrition and supplements for their children.

Wendy Hunter, MD was educated at Cornell University, UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine and attended UC San Diego for pediatrics residency. She spent 10 years experiencing the fun and drama in the pediatric emergency department at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego. Now as a primary care pediatrician she helps parents understand why their kids do the weird things they do and how to raise kids as cool as her own.

In today's episode, we discuss if children really need to be taking a multivitamin and how to ensure they are getting the nutrition they need. We are also discussing the research on elderberry and other supplements, melatonin dosing for children, how to teach kids about eating a wide array of foods, and so much more. 

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Speech and language development can raise many questions for parents trying to figure out if their child is reaching milestones or if they may need extra support with their speech. This can cause parents a lot of worry and stress as they try to determine what is considered typical at different ages. Speech-Language pathologist Melissa Minney is joining me today to discuss common speech concerns parents have.

Melissa Minney is a speech-language pathologist, mommy of 3, and the founder of Raising Little Talkers. She teaches parents of babies and toddlers how to get their child to talk during their everyday interactions at home. She is obsessed with educating parents--not only to catch their child up, but to prevent delays before they start.

Melissa and I talk about foundational language skills that you can look out for if your toddler isn't using words yet, how parents can make a difference at home, and stuttering during childhood. We also discuss some of the most common speech issues Melissa sees in early childhood, what sounds develop later, and much more.

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As busy parents, it’s essential that we learn effective strategies to help our children navigate the different stages they go through and the challenges that arise at each stage. Whether our children are in kindergarten or about to enter middle school, we must help them to handle any difficulties they may encounter. 

Ashley Bartley, M.Ed., NCC, is a school counselor, author, and curriculum writer. She earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Virginia and her M.Ed. in School Counseling from the College of William & Mary. She is the creator of Counselor Station, where she develops curriculum and resources for busy school counselors. Ashley lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia with her husband and three young boys.

In today's episode, Ashley and I discuss how you can help your child with time management and how to establish routines in your home to make mornings go more smoothly. Ashley also shares helpful strategies for children experiencing separation anxiety and helping your child with a transition to middle school.

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Ear infections are not uncommon in children but what can we do to prevent them? Do they always need to be treated with antibiotics? My guest today, Dr. Nicole Aaronson is discussing these topics and sharing her insight on ear infections in children.

Dr. Nicole Aaronson is board certified in both otolaryngology and pediatric otolaryngology. She takes care of kids in the clinic, OR, and hospital setting. She works at Nemours Hospital for Children - Delaware Valley at the main hospital in Wilmington, DE, and the ambulatory surgery center in Deptford, NJ. 

In today's episode we discuss why children are prone to ear infections, how to prevent them, when to treat and when to watch and wait, and tips for how to equalize pressure on flights.

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Tantrums. They are one of the most significant challenges that come with motherhood and they always seem to occur in the most inconvenient of times. So what in the world do you do to get your child and you through them without escalating the issue even more? We’ll be discussing this topic and more in today’s episode. 

I’m joined by Dr. Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist specializing in parenting and resilience. We are chatting about tantrums and how to handle them. As you’ll hear in the episode, the strategies mentioned apply to both toddlers, older kids, and adults. There is a lot of information in the episode and I encourage you to find one takeaway that seems manageable for you and your family and start there! 

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Over the next few months, I’ll be mixing in some of our earlier Motherhood Meets Medicine interviews with new episodes. These ‘best of’ episodes are the most shared and listened to episodes of all time!

Today’s featured episode is an interview with Erin from Food Science Babe. If you ever get overwhelmed with grocery shopping and find it difficult to know if buying organic is actually worth it, then you’re going to love this conversation.

With so many labels claiming products are organic, non-GMO, hormone-free, and natural, it’s hard to decide what is really best for us and our children. Not to mention, making the decision without breaking the bank. I am so relieved to get some real answers from Erin who is a chemical engineer and food scientist. You’ll be shocked, and probably relieved, to hear what she says about the food industry and what healthy really means.

Erin has a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of MN. She has worked in the food industry for 10+ years in both the conventional and natural/organic sectors as an Engineer/Food Scientist. Erin debunks a lot of misinformation about the food industry on her Instagram and Tiktok accounts @foodsciencebabe that I definitely recommend you check out.

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