Have More Babies

Michael Nwaneri, MD
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Have More Babies is a practical parenting podcast with pediatrician Michael Nwaneri, MD. Get clear, compassionate guidance for pregnancy, newborn care, feeding, safe sleep, child development, everyday health, and the questions that come up between pediatric visits. Drawing on more than 28 years of experience as a physician, Dr. Nwaneri helps parents understand their options, spot when to seek care, and feel more confident raising children. Explore the episode library for focused answers you can return to as your family grows. This podcast is educational and does not replace personalized medical advice from your child’s clinician.

Episodes

  1. 3 days ago

    From Womb To World: Guiding The First Sixty Minutes

    Send us Fan Mail The first sixty minutes after birth can shape a lifetime, and we’re pulling back the curtain on the science that makes the golden hour a medical must-have—not just a sweet photo op. We walk through the newborn’s rapid transition from womb to world and share concrete steps to protect warmth, steady breathing, and conserve precious energy so feeding can start strong. You’ll learn why skin to skin acts like a live incubator through thermal synchrony, how it stabilizes heart rate and blood sugar, and why less crying means a safer metabolic start. We dive into microbiome seeding on the chest, the surprising benefits of vernix, and the secret power of colostrum—the “liquid gold” that coats the gut with protective antibodies and helps clear meconium to reduce jaundice risk. Then we get practical: timing the quiet alert window for that crucial first latch, spotting a deep latch versus nipple-sucking, and choosing the right hold—cradle, cross-cradle, or football—especially after a C-section. We also show how to align medical protocols with continuous contact. Apgar checks can happen on the chest, while non-urgent steps like weighing and bathing can wait. To unlock oxytocin and letdown, we share simple environmental tweaks—dimmer lights, fewer interruptions, calm voices—and define the partner’s role as guardian of the room and coach for confidence. When plans change, we cover flexible paths forward: reclaiming skin to skin after stabilization, hand-expressing colostrum, and managing overwhelm with quick help from nurses and lactation consultants. By the end, you’ll have a clear, evidence-based playbook and plainspoken birth plan language to protect the hour that launches feeding success, immunity, bonding, and parental confidence. If this guide helps you or someone you love prepare for day one, tap follow, share with an expecting friend, and leave a review with your top golden hour intention—we’d love to hear it. Visit the blog:  https://www.omegapediatrics.com/mastering-the-golden-hour-in-neonatal-care/ 🎧 Thanks for Listening! If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe, download, and share it with friends, family, or colleagues who might benefit. Your support helps us reach more listeners and spread valuable knowledge on pediatric care. 🌐 For more expert insights, resources, and services, visit Omegapediatrics.com — your trusted source for compassionate, comprehensive pediatric care. 💬 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Leave us a comment or message us through our website — we’d love to hear from you! 📲 Follow us on social media for tips, updates, and behind-the-scenes content.

  2. 7 Oct

    How A Simple Bassinet And Firm Mattress Help Prevent SIDS

    Send us Fan Mail Fear thrives in the unknown, and few words hit harder for new parents than SIDS. We pull back the curtain with a clear, science-first guide to safe sleep—translating complex research into simple, repeatable steps that protect your baby and restore your peace of mind. Starting with a precise definition of SIDS and the two-to-four-month risk window, we map out the triple risk model so you can see exactly where your choices matter most: the sleep environment. From there, we focus on the mechanics. You’ll hear how rebreathing creates a tiny carbon dioxide pocket near the face, why back sleeping prevents it, and how a firm, flat surface keeps airflow open around the nose and mouth. We explain why a bassinet near your bed outperforms a distant crib or risky bed sharing, and how proximity supports lighter, safer infant sleep while keeping you alert to subtle cues. Minimalist design and mesh sides aren’t aesthetic preferences; they actively reduce entrapment, improve ventilation, and lower the risk of overheating. We also break down practical operations that turn advice into habit: dress the baby, not the bed; use a well-fitted mattress with no gaps; keep the room cool and the surface bare. Smart bassinets and height adjustability can be helpful supports—especially for exhausted parents and C-section recovery—but they never replace the fundamentals. Along the way, we spotlight Omega Pediatrics as a trusted resource offering comprehensive newborn care and guidance for families across Greater Georgia. Walk away with confidence, not worry. With a bassinet positioned for room sharing, a firm mattress, mesh sides, and a consistent routine, you control the third circle and cut risk meaningfully. If this guide helps you breathe easier, subscribe, share it with a parent who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find evidence-based safe sleep support. Visit the blog:  https://www.omegapediatrics.com/bassinet-reduce-sids-science-of-safe-sleep/ 🎧 Thanks for Listening! If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe, download, and share it with friends, family, or colleagues who might benefit. Your support helps us reach more listeners and spread valuable knowledge on pediatric care. 🌐 For more expert insights, resources, and services, visit Omegapediatrics.com — your trusted source for compassionate, comprehensive pediatric care. 💬 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Leave us a comment or message us through our website — we’d love to hear from you! 📲 Follow us on social media for tips, updates, and behind-the-scenes content.

  3. 2 Oct

    How Child Homelessness Fuels Poor Health In America

    Send us Fan Mail One in sixteen. That’s how many children in the U.S. experienced homelessness in 2020—and the health fallout is far larger than most people realize. We go beyond stereotypes to define the many forms of instability families face, from crowded apartments and motels to nights in cars, and we connect those living conditions to the biology of a growing body. We unpack the triad of basic needs—food, clothing, shelter—and show how the absence of a kitchen or clean water cascades into malnutrition, skin and dental infections, and missed school. We dive into environmental triggers that make pediatric asthma surge in moldy rooms and dusty, crowded spaces, and explain why ear infections become chronic when follow-up care is out of reach. The conversation then turns to toxic stress: what nonstop cortisol does to the developing brain, how behavior shifts from “acting out” to survival mode, and why stabilizing care can reset a child’s trajectory. From there, we get practical. We highlight a care model designed for families in transition: broad insurance acceptance including Medicaid, after-hours pediatric visits that protect hourly wages, preventive care that keeps vaccines on schedule, and asthma education that makes inhalers effective with spacers and action plans. We also explore lactation support and obesity medicine as cost-saving, health-boosting tools for families navigating hidden hunger. With clinics embedded across the North Atlanta area—from Roswell and Alpharetta to Marietta and Smyrna—transport and stigma barriers shrink, and dignity returns to the waiting room. If the number one in sixteen unsettles you, let it also move you. Listen, learn, and share this episode with someone who might need a bridge to compassionate care. Subscribe for more deep dives on child health, leave a review to help others find us, and pass this along so a family in your community can breathe easier tonight. Visit the blog:  https://www.omegapediatrics.com/how-many-kids-are-homeless-in-the-us/ 🎧 Thanks for Listening! If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe, download, and share it with friends, family, or colleagues who might benefit. Your support helps us reach more listeners and spread valuable knowledge on pediatric care. 🌐 For more expert insights, resources, and services, visit Omegapediatrics.com — your trusted source for compassionate, comprehensive pediatric care. 💬 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Leave us a comment or message us through our website — we’d love to hear from you! 📲 Follow us on social media for tips, updates, and behind-the-scenes content.

  4. 28 Sept

    Your Kid’s Throat Isn’t Being Dramatic, It’s Strep

    Send us Fan Mail A sore throat that explodes out of nowhere can turn a calm night into a whirlwind of worry. We unpack what makes Group A Streptococcus different from a routine cold, how it targets the throat and tonsils, and the seven unmistakable signs that help you spot strep early: sudden severe pain, red swollen tonsils, white patches of pus, painful swallowing, high fever, tender “grape-like” neck nodes, and that telltale sandpaper rash. Clear, practical, and no fluff—we focus on what to check first and what to do next. We walk through rapid testing versus throat culture, why antibiotics like penicillin or amoxicillin are essential for bacterial strep, and the nonnegotiable rule to finish the full course. You’ll also learn the 24-hour milestone for contagiousness and how to keep kids comfortable with hydration, soft foods, warm salt water gargles, and age-appropriate pain relief. Beyond symptom relief, we spotlight the real stakes of delaying care, from rheumatic fever and post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis to sinus infections, ear infections, and peritonsillar abscesses that may threaten the airway. If strep keeps coming back, we explain when tonsillectomy makes sense and how prevention fits daily life: handwashing that works, no shared utensils or water bottles, disinfecting high-touch surfaces, and replacing toothbrushes after 24 hours of antibiotics to avoid reinfection. We also remind adults they are not immune—household hygiene protects everyone. Along the way, we consider a bigger question: how our crowded classrooms and play spaces might fuel transmission, and what smarter design could mean for kids’ health. If this helped you feel more prepared for the 2 a.m. moment, subscribe, share with a fellow parent, and leave a review with your top strep-spotting tip. Your story might be the one that helps another family act fast. Visit the blog: https://www.omegapediatrics.com/strep-throat-in-kids-key-signs-what-to-do/ 🎧 Thanks for Listening! If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe, download, and share it with friends, family, or colleagues who might benefit. Your support helps us reach more listeners and spread valuable knowledge on pediatric care. 🌐 For more expert insights, resources, and services, visit Omegapediatrics.com — your trusted source for compassionate, comprehensive pediatric care. 💬 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Leave us a comment or message us through our website — we’d love to hear from you! 📲 Follow us on social media for tips, updates, and behind-the-scenes content.

  5. 23 Sept

    Your Baby Rolled Over Today, So The Bassinet Era Should End Tomorrow

    Send us Fan Mail Sleepless at 3 a.m. wondering if the bassinet is still safe? We unpack the exact signs that say it’s time to move on, and how to make the crib transition smooth, safe, and drama‑lite. Drawing on guidance from Omega Pediatrics, we go beyond calendar dates to focus on the six factors that truly matter: developmental milestones, age ranges, weight limits, size and space, active sleep patterns, and clear signs of crib readiness. We start with why bassinets work so well in the newborn phase—proximity, portability, and that snug fourth‑trimester feel—then get precise about safe setup: a firm, flat surface with the original mattress, a tight fitted sheet, and an empty sleep space. From there, we hit the big red flags. The moment your baby rolls, pushes up, or sits unassisted, shallow walls and a light frame become risky. We also explain how weight caps and cramped quarters disrupt sleep and increase hazards, and why a suddenly restless “used‑to‑be‑great” sleeper may simply need more room. To help you switch without chaos, we lay out a step‑by‑step plan: start with naps in the crib, keep the bedtime routine identical, match sensory cues like sleep sacks and scent, and, if possible, bring the crib into your room briefly before moving it to the nursery. We troubleshoot common hang‑ups too—how to recreate cozy without unsafe add‑ons, why white noise bridges the acoustic gap from bassinet to crib, and why consistency beats toggling between sleep spaces. Along the way, we validate the emotions of leaving the newborn phase while keeping safety at the center. If you are unsure about milestones or limits, consult a pediatrician rather than guessing. Ready to feel confident about the move and protect everyone’s sleep? Press play, then subscribe, share with a friend who’s struggling with the switch, and leave a review telling us which sign made you upgrade. Visit the blog: https://www.omegapediatrics.com/how-long-can-a-baby-safely-use-a-bassinet/ 🎧 Thanks for Listening! If you found this episode helpful, be sure to subscribe, download, and share it with friends, family, or colleagues who might benefit. Your support helps us reach more listeners and spread valuable knowledge on pediatric care. 🌐 For more expert insights, resources, and services, visit Omegapediatrics.com — your trusted source for compassionate, comprehensive pediatric care. 💬 Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Leave us a comment or message us through our website — we’d love to hear from you! 📲 Follow us on social media for tips, updates, and behind-the-scenes content.

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About

Have More Babies is a practical parenting podcast with pediatrician Michael Nwaneri, MD. Get clear, compassionate guidance for pregnancy, newborn care, feeding, safe sleep, child development, everyday health, and the questions that come up between pediatric visits. Drawing on more than 28 years of experience as a physician, Dr. Nwaneri helps parents understand their options, spot when to seek care, and feel more confident raising children. Explore the episode library for focused answers you can return to as your family grows. This podcast is educational and does not replace personalized medical advice from your child’s clinician.

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  • Creator
    Michael Nwaneri, MD
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Omega Pediatrics and Have More Babies
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