#372:The Parenting Mistakes We Inherited and How to Break the Cycle with Michaeleen Doucleff
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Release Date: 06/24/2025
#392: Raising Healthy Eaters: Practical Solutions for Every Stage of Childhood with Ali Miller, RD and Becki Yoo, RD
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Keeping kids nourished can feel overwhelming, especially with picky eating, changing appetites, and nonstop schedules, yet a real food foundation can transform everything from immunity to mood. In this episode, registered dietitians Ali Miller and Becki Yoo share science backed strategies for supporting your child’s gut health, regulating blood sugar, boosting immune resilience, and making nutrient dense meals doable in any home. We explore how stress impacts digestion, how to decode behavioral cues tied to nutrition, and what families can focus on when time and energy are limited. You will...
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#391: Building a Strong Fertility and Postpartum Foundation with Ryan Woodbury
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Every mom deserves to know the truth about what her body actually needs for fertility, pregnancy and postpartum, and most of us have never been told the full story. In this powerful conversation, Needed co-founder Ryan Woodbury shares the surprising gaps in conventional prenatal care, how evidence-based nutrient protocols can radically shift outcomes and why moms deserve better support at every stage of the motherhood journey. We talk about fertility prep for both partners, postpartum recovery, immune health for the whole family and how Needed’s research-backed formulations are changing...
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#390: Silent Parenting: Leading with Presence over Power with Ciara Burton
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
When motherhood feels chaotic and overstimulating, learning to stay centered can change how you show up for your children. In this deeply relatable conversation, Ciara Burton breaks down her Silent Parenting method, a gentle and self-reflective approach that helps moms navigate triggers, reduce reactivity, and guide their children from a grounded emotional space. She shares practical tools for staying connected during challenging moments, encouraging decision making skills, creating healthier family dynamics, and shifting the internal patterns that shape how we parent. Throughout this episode,...
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#389: Saving Money and Gaining Flexibility with Healthshares with Danielle Drori
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With medical costs rising faster than ever, families are searching for better options and many do not realize there is an alternative that can save thousands while giving them more choice. In this eye-opening episode, Danielle Drori breaks down exactly how healthshares work, how they differ from insurance and why they can give families more choice and financial freedom. We explore maternity coverage, emergency care, alternative treatments, telehealth access, catastrophic events and real examples of families who saved thousands. This conversation is packed with clarity and reassurance so you...
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#388: Navigating, Work Family and Self-Care with Steph and Dr. Elana
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Motherhood is always evolving and this season opener gives you a heart-centered look into how we are both navigating big transitions, shifting priorities and finding new rhythms in work, marriage, health and parenting. We talk about slowing down, creating space for joy, building community and the unexpected practices that are nourishing us in this chapter. You’ll hear about postpartum life with baby Revi, reflections on moving homes, school changes, relationship growth and what we are each doing to feel more grounded as busy moms. This episode invites you to exhale, feel seen and step into...
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#387: The Power of Failure and Quitting in Childhood Learning with Ana Fabrega
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Rethinking childhood education is more important than ever. In this inspiring episode, educator Ana Fabrega shares why traditional schooling is outdated and how parents can nurture creativity, resilience, and problem-solving skills at home. She explains how systems like Synthesis are changing the future of learning through games and simulations, why failure is one of the most important gifts we can give our kids, and how parents can support curiosity outside of the classroom. You’ll walk away with practical tips for fostering independence, cultivating a love of reading, and encouraging kids...
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#386: Real Life Emergency Lessons Every Parent Should Hear with Shannon Tripp
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Medical emergencies with kids can feel overwhelming, but what if you knew exactly what to do? In this powerful and practical episode, pediatric ER nurse and mom of four, Shannon Tripp, joins us to share her real-world wisdom on how to handle scary moments with calm and clarity. You’ll learn how to differentiate between urgent care and ER visits, how to stay composed during a choking episode, when to worry about head injuries or broken bones and what symptoms matter most with fevers. We also dive into how to prevent three of the most common emergencies she sees in the ER, the one thing she...
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#385: What Most Pediatricians Don’t Tell You About Ear Infections With Dr. Elana Roumell
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Ear infections are one of the most common pediatric concerns, but treating them doesn’t always require antibiotics. In this solo episode, Dr. Elana walks you through natural ear infection remedies that support healing gently and effectively. She explains why the wait and see approach is often safer, when to see a provider, and how to know if ear tubes are really necessary. You’ll learn her favorite homeopathic remedies for fast relief, how to advocate for your child at the doctor’s office and what to do if infections keep coming back. If you’re ready to feel confident and...
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#384: What Moms Need to Know About Puberty and Mood Swings in Boys with Dr. Cara Natterson
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Puberty often begins earlier than most parents expect and shows up in subtle, easily missed ways. In this episode, we speak with bestselling author and pediatrician Dr. Cara Natterson to demystify the emotional, social, and physical changes boys go through during puberty. We discuss what early signs to watch for, why silence is often mistaken for disconnection, and how to keep communication open even when your child begins pulling away. You’ll learn what puberty really looks like (hint: it doesn’t start with facial hair), how hormones affect boys differently than girls, and what parents...
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#383 - Elana’s Birth Story Part 2 - Postpartum Healing and Tips for an Empowered Birth
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Postpartum recovery brings unique challenges and Elana opens up about the real-life adjustments of being a mom of four while nourishing a newborn. In this episode, she shares how she balances sleep deprivation, homeschooling and work while protecting her energy and finding joy in the newborn season. You’ll also hear her top tips for creating an empowered birth and recovery experience that leaves you feeling strong and supported. This is Part 2 of a two-part series. and the mindset lessons that set the stage for her postpartum journey. Topics Covered In This Episode: Navigating...
info_outlineCooperative parenting may be the key to less stress and more connection in your home. In this fascinating episode, Dr. Elana sits down with New York Times bestselling author and NPR reporter Michaeleen Doucleff to explore what modern American parents can learn from traditional cultures around the world. Michaeleen shares how traveling to the Yucatán, the Arctic, and Tanzania transformed her parenting and helped her navigate power struggles with her strong-willed daughter. You’ll hear how simple shifts like reducing interference, encouraging autonomy, and inviting children into household tasks can completely change your dynamic.
From helping toddlers feel capable, to replacing arguments with confidence-building strategies, this episode is packed with refreshing wisdom and realistic ideas you can try today. Whether you're raising a toddler or a teenager, Michaeleen’s stories and research will help you feel more empowered and at ease in your parenting journey.
Topics Covered In This Episode:
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How to raise cooperative children naturally
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Why toddlers are wired to be helpful
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The benefits of hands-off parenting
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Tips for raising confident and calm kids
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Global parenting wisdom for modern families
Show Notes:
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Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell’s Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child’s number one health advocate!
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Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD’s Substack Mindset + Metabolism where women can learn how to nourish their bodies, hit their health and body composition goals, and become the most vibrant version of themselves.
Michaeleen Doucleff, PhD, is a global health correspondent for NPR’s Science Desk and the author of the New York Times bestseller Hunt, Gather, Parent. The book describes a way of raising kind and confident children, which moms and dads all over the world have turned to for millennia.
Doucleff has a doctorate in chemistry from the University of Berkeley, California, and a bachelor’s degree in biology from Caltech.
For the past decade, Doucleff has reported on disease outbreaks and children’s health for NPR. Before that, Doucleff was an editor at the journal Cell, where she wrote about the science behind pop culture.
She lives in San Francisco with her husband, daughter and German Shepherd, Savanna
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