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Dr. Virgil celebrates Black History Month in this episode by sharing two awesome little known black history facts in pediatrics with you and your children! She also offers three ways in which you can celebrate Black History with your children.  Learning about how everyone in our society contributed and were impacted through history, helps children find value in each other. It helps us as Maya Angelou said, move towards a more promising future, open eyes to new ideas and insight. This trailblazing history positively impacted health disparities in the past. We still have work to do on pediatric healthcare disparities. So let’s chat! Happy Black History Month! 

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 Dr. Virgil reflects on the powerful musical movie adaptation the Color Purple and the lessons about the role of community in the wellness of our children. There is so much about the “Village”, essential to raising healthy safe kids,  we must remember. Art informs life, so grab some coffee or tea. Take this one along in the car and let’s talk about a few simple ways we can all be a better part of the “Village” protecting our children. 

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Welcome back! In this episode Dr. Virgil offers tips to help parents reflect on the year 2023 and look forward to 2024. Adults are vision boarding and making new years resolutions, but there are some ways to focus on yourself as a parent, and include your children or teens in this time of self reflection. So grab a cup of coffee or tea and let's talk! 

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Welcome back! In this episode Dr. Virgil begins the series on intentional parenting, helping parents create positive outcomes for their children, develop resilience, and overcome challenges together. Blue Ivy is the notable child of the well known couple, Jay Z and Beyonce. She is growing up in the public eye. There are some lessons to learn from her experience with social media and adversity for all of our families! Tune in, share, and let’s talk! 

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Welcome back! In this episode Dr. Virgil discusses prematurity awareness which is celebrated during the month of November. We wear purple to honor the journey of these babies and advocate for research and resources to improve infant and mother outcomes.  So let’s talk as we close out this important month.  This was recorded on November 21st, also known as the day of the child! 

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Welcome back to the Spot! In this episode board certified pediatrician Dr. Virgil shares a few simple tips to make your family holiday gatherings more enjoyable. This is for parents with babies all the way to teens.  The holiday season can be joyful, but sometimes overwhelming and can produce unexpected emotions in you  and your children.  As always, Dr. Virgil keeps the conversation simple and practical.  May your holiday season be joyful!

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*This is not a substitute for healthcare from your provider*

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Welcome back to the Spot! In this episode Dr. Virgil shares a little bit about who she is and why this podcast was designed for parents and anyone who is part of “the village” raising kids and teens. She also talks a little bit about respiratory season, with some tips to keep your family healthy during this time. As always, Dr. Virgil keeps the conversation simple and practical. She is a pediatrician for ALL children. Grab some coffee or tea and listen in! 
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Welcome back to the Spot! Parenting teens is tough. Whether your teen is the poster child of perfection, and struggling with the weight of that, or dealing with personal issues like gender/sexual identity. The whole range of teen experiences can be hard. Dr. Virgil  keeps it simple and practical, you can do this! September is Suicide Awareness Month, making these issues more important than ever. Teens need our support, in a non judgmental way. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or needs help please call or text 988 the national line for help.

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This one is for the moms of newborns! In this episode, Dr. Virgil continues the celebration of breastfeeding that’s marked in August. Awareness and support for breastfeeding moms is something that needs to happen 365 days a year.  Let’s talk about how to succeed if breastfeeding is your goal a stepwise approach. Let’s celebrate all moms no matter how their babies are fed! There is a huge emotional burden from the pressure of breastfeeding that doesn’t go as planned. Let’s talk, let’s disarm ,ourselves from that weight and burden! Let’s celebrate!

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Respiratory season has come early in the world of pediatrics. The headlines everywhere are covering this virus infecting kids all over the country, RSV. No need to panic, let's talk. RSV easy as 1,2,3. I'll explain it to you, give you some tips on what to look out for in your children/teens in this episode of the Children's Wellness Spot Podcast. Grab a cup of coffee or tea, you don't want to miss this one! Share it with a friend, so they can be empowered and not afraid as this respiratory season continues!
-Dr. V