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In this episode of MomDoc Talk, Kristen honors International Childhood Cancer Day by raising awareness and offering hope to families affected by pediatric cancer. She shares personal and professional experiences, discusses the most common childhood cancers, their symptoms, treatments, and survival rates, and provides practical advice for supporting families. Kristen emphasizes the importance of advocacy, research funding, and community support, encouraging listeners to take meaningful action. The episode is a compassionate call to recognize the challenges faced by children with cancer and their families, and to foster solidarity, understanding, and progress in the fight against childhood cancer.

What you'll learn

• Recognition of International Childhood Cancer Day and its significance.
• Importance of raising awareness and support for childhood cancer.
• Personal experiences and insights related to pediatric cancer.
• Overview of the most common types of childhood cancers and their symptoms.
• Discussion of treatment options and survival rates for pediatric cancers.
• Advice on how to support families affected by childhood cancer.
• The role of advocacy and research funding in improving outcomes for children with cancer.
• Emotional and community support for families during treatment.
• Importance of recognizing and addressing the needs of siblings of children with cancer.
• Encouragement to participate in awareness initiatives and support organizations dedicated to childhood cancer.

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The information presented in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitution for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider for medical concerns. All of the opinions are of Dr. Kristen Cook and do not reflect the opinions of her employer nor the hospitals she is affiliated with. The authors and publishers of this podcast do not assume any responsibility for errors, omissions, or consequences of using the information provided.

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In this episode of MomDoc Talk, Kristen, a pediatrician and parenting expert, explores Valentine’s Day through the lens of emotional development and family connection. She shares the holiday’s history, discusses the pressures families face, and offers practical tips for creating meaningful, low-pressure traditions. Kristen emphasizes teaching children self-love, managing classroom Valentine’s Day stress, and supporting kids through rejection or heartbreak. Her advice centers on helping children feel valued, secure, and emotionally connected, encouraging parents to focus on belonging and resilience rather than perfection or extravagance on Valentine’s Day.

What you’ll learn:

• Discussion of Valentine's Day from a parenting and emotional development perspective.
• Historical context of Valentine's Day, including its origins and evolution.
• Pressures families face during Valentine's Day, including societal expectations and comparisons.
• Importance of creating meaningful, low-pressure family traditions for the holiday.
• Strategies for teaching children self-love and emotional resilience.
• Managing stress related to classroom Valentine's Day activities and peer interactions.
• Supporting children through experiences of rejection or heartbreak.
• Emphasis on fostering a sense of belonging and emotional safety for children.
• Encouragement to focus on internal validation rather than external approval.
• Suggestions for reframing Valentine's Day as a "Love and Connection Day" to include all family members.

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Parenting Redefined: A Guide to Understanding and Nurturing Your Child's Behavior to Help Them Thrive

Podcast Disclaimer

The information presented in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitution for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider for medical concerns. All of the opinions are of Dr. Kristen Cook and do not reflect the opinions of her employer nor the hospitals she is affiliated with. The authors and publishers of this podcast do not assume any responsibility for errors, omissions, or consequences of using the information provided.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts!

Get a copy of Kristen's Upcoming Book: Parenting Redefined HERE

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In this episode of MomDoc Talk, Kristen, a pediatrician and mother of two, explores the impact of hustle culture on families. She discusses how constant busyness can harm well-being, and encourages parents to shift from productivity-focused routines to restorative rituals that foster presence, connection, and emotional safety. Kristen offers practical tips for building family rituals, practicing micro-restoration, and embracing imperfection. She emphasizes that slowing down and prioritizing emotional connection over compliance helps children thrive and creates a calmer, more loving home environment. Kristen reassures parents that rest is essential—not a luxury.

What you’ll learn:

• Challenges of hustle culture in parenting and family life
• Impact of constant productivity on physical and mental health
• Importance of shifting focus from routines to restoration and connection
• Difference between routines (efficiency-focused) and rituals (connection-focused)
• Need for predictable emotional availability and micro-restoration practices
• Role of family rhythms in reducing stress and fostering emotional safety
• Encouragement to prioritize connection over compliance in parenting
• Importance of emotional regulation and managing children's nervous systems
• Strategies for incorporating rituals and stillness into family life
• Emphasis on the necessity of rest and rejuvenation for both parents and children

Check out My Book:
Parenting Redefined: A Guide to Understanding and Nurturing Your Child's Behavior to Help Them Thrive

Podcast Disclaimer

The information presented in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitution for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider for medical concerns. All of the opinions are of Dr. Kristen Cook and do not reflect the opinions of her employer nor the hospitals she is affiliated with. The authors and publishers of this podcast do not assume any responsibility for errors, omissions, or consequences of using the information provided.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts!

Get a copy of Kristen's Upcoming Book: Parenting Redefined HERE

Follow Dr. Cook at: https://www.facebook.com/MomDocTalk/

Intagram: https://www.instagram.com/momdoctalk_kcmd/
https://twitter.com/momdoctalk
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