The Pediatrician Next Door

By Redd Rock Music, LLC

Pediatrician Wendy Hunter, MD answers the questions you forgot or were too embarrassed to ask at the doctor’s office. She mixes the science of medicine with the realities of parenting to give satisfyi... more

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The podcast currently has 113 episodes available.

The Pediatrician Next Door episodes:

January 15, 2025 Ep. 98: Babyproofing or Adult-Proofing? Household Safety Tips - with Dr. Darria
Where are the most dangerous places in your house? Learn how to safety proof your home and avoid trips to the ER with tips from emergency medicine physician Darria Long Gillespie, MD.

Find Dr. Darria at NoPanicParenting.com

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January 08, 2025 Ep. 97: Build a Healthy Relationship with Food (and Prevent Eating Disorders) – with Maya Kumar, MD
Eating isn’t just about nutrition—it’s also a social skill. As parents, it’s your job to help kids feel confident about eating in social settings. How can you tell if your child has an unhealthy relationship with food? Adolescent Medicine specialist Dr. Maya Kumar shares how to spot the signs and guide your child toward normal, balanced eating habits. She breaks down the risks of fad diets, the importance of “celebration eating,” and why teaching kids to have a healthy relationship with food is so important.

Find Maya Kumar, MD at UC San Diego and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego

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28min
January 01, 2025 Ep. 96: The Best of 2024: Listeners’ Favorite Health Tips
Start the new year with a look back at the most popular and helpful topics from The Pediatrician Next Door in 2024! In this special "best of" episode, Dr. Wendy revisits listener favorites, including how to handle fevers, the pros and cons of plant-based versus cow’s milk, and the hidden dangers of forever chemicals. These are the parenting conversations you won’t find anywhere else—designed to help you make informed, confident decisions for your family’s health.

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Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door
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TikTok: @drwendyhunter
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33min
December 25, 2024 Bonus: “My Doctor Said I’m Fat”: Changing the Way We Talk About Weight – with Maya Kumar, MD
A doctor’s words can shape how kids feel about their body. In this episode, Adolescent Medicine pediatrician Dr. Maya Kumar shares how doctors can approach weight conversations with care and compassion. Learn how to focus on health, while addressing weight-related issues.

Find Maya Kumar, MD at UC San Diego and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego

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More from The Pediatrician Next Door:

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Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door
Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75
TikTok: @drwendyhunter
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12min
December 18, 2024 Ep. 95: Body Image: Raising Kids who Like Themselves – with Maya Kumar, MD
Kids won’t come out and say, “I don’t like my body,” but their feelings about themselves can show in other ways. What shapes how kids see their bodies? Do sports or dance help or hurt their self-esteem? In this episode, Adolescent Medicine specialist Dr. Maya Kumar shares the key signs of poor body image and practical ways to support your child in loving and accepting themselves.

Find Maya Kumar, MD at UC San Diego and Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego

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TikTok: @drwendyhunter
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33min
December 11, 2024 Ep. 94: The Gifts of Giving: Raising Grateful and Thoughtful Kids This Holiday Season
How can you teach your children the joy of giving, the art of receiving with grace, and the deeper meaning behind holiday traditions? Join Dr. Wendy as she shares thoughtful tips to help your family embrace the season’s magic while navigating the lessons and emotions that come with gift-giving.

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24min
December 04, 2024 Ep. 93: Raising Kind Kids: The Secret Power of Empathy
Want your kids to be kind and grow up to be happy, caring adults? It starts with empathy! Empathy is something we’re born with but also something we can learn. In this episode, Dr. Wendy shares her top tips on how empathy develops, why it’s important, and easy ways you can help your kids become more compassionate every day.

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TikTok: @drwendyhunter
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26min
November 27, 2024 Ep. 92: The Toddler Hack: Outsmarting Tantrums and Whines
Ever wonder why toddlers seem to whine about everything? Step into their little shoes as Dr. Wendy reveals the 6 principles shaping how toddlers see the world. Learn how to decode their behaviors, connect on their level, and rediscover the joy in parenting—because understanding your toddler's world makes all the difference!

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More from The Pediatrician Next Door:

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Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door
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TikTok: @drwendyhunter
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter

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28min
November 20, 2024 Ep. 91: From Yuck to Yum: Turning Healthy Ingredients into Kid Favorites - with Kelly Senyei
Want to make mealtime healthier and yummier? You know that avocado oil, fish, and kale are packed with nutrients—but getting kids to actually eat them? That’s the tricky part! In this episode, Chef Kelly Senyei reveals her top secret ingredient—one that’s affordable, boosts protein and calcium, and works in everything from pancakes to bolognese. Tune in for her tips on making healthy foods fun and delicious for kids!

Serenity Kids Salmon and other pouches
The Best Creamy Coconut Rice Recipe at Justataste.com

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24min
November 15, 2024 Bonus Episode: Kids in the Kitchen: Growing Little Helpers into Big Foodies
Cooking together isn’t just fun—it’s packed with benefits! From learning healthy habits to boosting confidence, getting kids in the kitchen is a win. Dr. Wendy shares holiday gift ideas to spark your kids’ inner foodie, with kid-friendly tools and fun recipe kits. Plus, special guest Kelly Senyei, creator of Justataste.com, joins us to share ways to make cooking (and eating!) a family adventure.

Kids’ Cooking Supplies:
Foldable Kitchen Stepper
Kids Knife Set
Finger Guards for cutting

Cooking Kits:
Little Sous (no ingredients)
Baketivity
eat2explore
I’m The Chef Too!

Send your questions to [email protected] or submit at drwendyhunter.com
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12min

FAQs about The Pediatrician Next Door:

How many episodes does The Pediatrician Next Door have?

The podcast currently has 113 episodes available.

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