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The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast Whitney Casares, MD, MPH, FAAP
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Wouldn't it be great to find a podcast for the Modern Working Mom that addresses life as a mom, life as a working mom with an ambitious career and life as a mom who wants to also have time for her own life? That is what the Modern Mommy Doc podcast is all about.
We live in a world where we are supposed to raise kids as if we don't work and work as if we don't have kids (and don't even mention that we may also want to fit in some time for ourselves to read a book or take a SoulCycle class.)
Everyone has an opinion on what it takes to be the perfect Working Mom in today's society. Most of the advice is unattainable, anxiety-provoking and certainly doesn't address how the modern working mom is supposed to make time for her own life. The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast helps working moms say "no" to unrealistic expectations for a perfectly-balanced life and say "yes" to what really matters. You'll hear inspiring interviews with experts in each of the core areas modern working moms who parent with intention know are critical for success –dreaming big, spending time on things that matter, making space for themselves, investing in their mental and physical health, parenting in partnership, and being intentional about the way they parent their kids.
Your host is Whitney Casares, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.A.P. She's a Stanford-trained, board-certified pediatrician, author, speaker, blogger @modernmommydoc, mom of two and avid Peloton-er. Drawing on her own experience as a working mom in the modern world, she's curated a group of expert guests to help you find the credible advice you're looking for when it comes to taking care of your child, your career and yourself.
We live in an era filled with so many questions around Working Mom Life and finding balance. On the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, you'll find the focused answers you've been looking for to truly have it all.
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Cut the Fluff: Why Clutter Isn't Just Stealing Your Time, It's Also Adding to Your Mental Load
In this episode, Dr. Whitney Casares discusses the reasons why we feel cluttered, such as the chaotic pace of life, the feeling of control that clutter gives us, and the outward sign of an inside problem. She also talks about the importance of decluttering and how it can lead to more freedom, time, and space. Dr. Whitney provides practical tips for decluttering both our physical and mental spaces.
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The Harm of Childhood Trauma and the Hope of Resilience with Marc Hauser
In this episode, Dr. Mark Hauser, author of Vulnerable Minds: The Harm of Childhood Trauma and the Hope of Resilience, discusses the impact of childhood trauma and the importance of understanding adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). He introduces the concept of the five T's framework (type, timing, tenure, turbulence, and toxicity) to understand how to respond to them and highlights the need for professionals and parents to be trauma-informed and aware of how childhood trauma can affect parenting. This conversation also touches on the role of screens in children's lives and the importance of being mindful of their impact.
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What To Do When You Sign Your Kid Up for Soccer...And Now They Don't Want to Play
Parenting is a journey filled with countless decisions, especially when it comes to encouraging our kids to try new activities and experiences. For those of us with neurodivergent children, these decisions can be even more complex.
In this episode, I share my personal experiences and challenges in helping my own child to try new activities, and offer detailed insights and actionable advice for parents facing similar challenges. -
How to Not Pass Your Body Image Issues Onto Your Kids
Dr. Whitney gets personal on this episode talking about body image, weight, and the world’s standards of health. She talks about why it’s so hard for women to have a positive body image even in the movement of body positivity and how we can help break that cycle for our kids.
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Everybody Loves a Woman With Boundaries...Until They Don't
In this episode, Dr. Whitney dives deep into why it’s so hard for women to hold their boundaries. We all know that boundaries are healthy, but it’s simply more difficult for women, especially moms, to set boundaries and keep them. This episode gives you practical tips on how to make it happen.
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How to Get Your Kids to Actually DO The Chores on Their Chore Lists with Lori Sugarman-ii
Dr. Whitney talks with Lori-Sugarman-Li, author of Our Home: The Love, Work, and Heart of Family, about helping our kids understand the value of contributing to the mental load of home care—and getting them to actually do all those chores on their chore lists.
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