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  • Are Youth Sports Pushing Kids Too Hard?

    Are Youth Sports Pushing Kids Too Hard?
    2026/01/21
    Can a 14-year-old have a “career-ending” injury? Can an ACL tear affect a child for decades? Youth sports culture rarely talks about the long-term cost. Why are serious sports injuries—especially knee injuries like ACL tears—becoming more common in kids and teens? Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Matt Tao breaks down what’s really driving these injuries: early specialization, overuse, playing through pain, and rushing recovery. Most importantly, this episode shifts the focus from getting kids back in the game to protecting their long-term health—so they can grow into adults who still love movement, activity, and sports. If you’re a parent of a young athlete, this is a must-listen before the next season starts. Find a National Strength and Conditioning Association certified coach. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 分
  • Vaccines: Now What? Answers to the Biggest Questions (Encore)

    Vaccines: Now What? Answers to the Biggest Questions (Encore)
    2026/01/14
    Have updates to the vaccine schedule made you pause? In this encore episode, pediatrician Wendy Hunter, MD addresses vaccine hesitancy, answering the same questions she hears every day in the exam room. Why are vaccines given when they are? Are they safe? What happens when families delay or skip them? Listen if you want to feel confident about protecting your kids. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 分
  • What We Got Wrong about Kids’ Health in 2025

    What We Got Wrong about Kids’ Health in 2025
    2026/01/07
    Are kids really sicker than before? Are screens hurting our kids more than we realize? And did we miss something important about anxiety, vaccines, or environmental exposures in 2025? Episode 147 looks back at the biggest children’s health headlines of the year—and explains what we got wrong, what the science clarified, and what truly matters going forward. If you’ve felt overwhelmed by headlines or worried you might be missing something important, this episode is your calm, evidence-based reset for the new year. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 分
  • Ep. 146: Can Kids Balance Peer Pressure with Their Values?

    Ep. 146: Can Kids Balance Peer Pressure with Their Values?
    2025/12/17
    Is your child nice when you’re not watching? Kids make social choices every day without adults around. Family therapist Dr. Erika Bockneck (host of Raising Souls: A Convo Podcast) explores how kids learn social cues, internalize family values, and balance fitting in with staying true to themselves—so they can make good choices on their own. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 分
  • Ep. 145: How to Make Gift Season Meaningful for Kids (and Adults!)

    Ep. 145: How to Make Gift Season Meaningful for Kids (and Adults!)
    2025/12/10
    Why does giving feels so good for both kids and parents? Giving isn’t just about presents— generosity changes the brain! Learn how to make the most out of this season and how gift-giving helps kids develop empathy, gratitude, and emotional intelligence. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 分
  • Ep. 144: When is Snoring a problem?

    Ep. 144: When is Snoring a problem?
    2025/12/03
    Is your child’s snoring just a funny nighttime sound—or a sign of something more? Learn why kids snore, why mouth breathing and restless sleep aren’t just quirks, and how snoring can affect behavior, focus, and even facial growth! Join Dr. Shereen Lim, dentist and author of Breathe, Sleep, Thrive, who explains how airway and muscle development shape a child’s sleep and health. Uncover the red flags parents often overlook, learn when to seek help, and what treatments can get your child breathing—and thriving—again. Read Breathe, Sleep Thrive by Dr. Shereen Lim. This episode is made possible by our sponsor Cure Hydration. Get 20% off your first order at ⁠⁠curehydration.com/⁠⁠DRWENDY with code DRWENDY. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 分
  • Ep. 143: Can We Like Healthy Food? (Encore) - with Kelly Senyei

    Ep. 143: Can We Like Healthy Food? (Encore) - with Kelly Senyei
    2025/11/26
    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 encore episode, Chef Kelly Senyei reveals her favorite secret ingredient—one that’s affordable, boosts protein and calcium, and works in everything from pancakes to bolognese. Mentioned in episode: Serenity Kids Salmon and other pouches The Best Creamy Coconut Rice Recipe at Justataste.com This episode is made possible by our sponsor Cure Hydration. Get 20% off your first order at ⁠⁠curehydration.com/⁠⁠DRWENDY with code DRWENDY. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 分
  • Ep. 142: Why Kids Push our Buttons: Staying Calm and Connected - with Todd Sarner

    Ep. 142: Why Kids Push our Buttons: Staying Calm and Connected - with Todd Sarner
    2025/11/19
    Why does your calm, reasonable self disappear when your child refuses to put on their shoes? Therapist Todd Sarner answers Dr. Wendy’s questions about why kids seem to know exactly how to push our buttons—and why it’s not about defiance at all. Discover why common discipline tactics don’t work, and what to do instead. Learn how to reset after a blow-up, and get back on the same page with your partner—no sticker charts required. This episode is made possible by our sponsor Cure Hydration. Get 20% off your first order at ⁠⁠curehydration.com/⁠⁠DRWENDY with code DRWENDY. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 分