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  • Ep. 145: How to Make Gift Season Meaningful for Kids (and Adults!)

    Ep. 145: How to Make Gift Season Meaningful for Kids (and Adults!)
    Dec 10 2025
    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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  • Ep. 144: When is Snoring a problem?

    Ep. 144: When is Snoring a problem?
    Dec 3 2025
    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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  • Ep. 143: Can We Like Healthy Food? (Encore) - with Kelly Senyei

    Ep. 143: Can We Like Healthy Food? (Encore) - with Kelly Senyei
    Nov 26 2025
    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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  • 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
    Nov 19 2025
    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. Buy Todd Sarner's Book: The Calm and Connected Parent 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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  • Ep. 141: Does Sex Education Belong in School?

    Ep. 141: Does Sex Education Belong in School?
    Nov 12 2025
    What happens when kids don’t get sex ed in school? They don’t just “figure it out”—they pick up myths, rumors, and advice on social media. What they learn matters for their safety and relationships. How can parents help guide an appropriate education? Use trusted resources like: National Sex Education Standards Advocates for Youth - Rights Respect, Responsibilities Curriculum Planned Parenthood’s Parent Resources Listen: Ep. 113: The “Private Parts” Episode or Ep. 46: Talking About Sex and Privacy 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. This episode is made possible by our sponsor Cure Hydration. Get 20% off your first order at ⁠curehydration.com/⁠DRWENDY with code DRWENDY. 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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  • Ep. 140: Are Smart Toys Changing Kids’ Brains?

    Ep. 140: Are Smart Toys Changing Kids’ Brains?
    Nov 5 2025
    Smart toys can talk and even remember what kids say—but what’s that doing inside a child’s developing brain? Artificial intelligence may be shaping children’s language, emotions, and relationships. With guest expert Dana Suskind, MD, a leading researcher on early brain development, learn how real human interaction wires a child’s mind—and what might be lost when those conversations happen with a machine instead of a person. 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. This episode is made possible by our sponsor Cure Hydration. Get 20% off your first order at ⁠curehydration.com/⁠DRWENDY with code DRWENDY. 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 m
  • Ep. 139: Medical Mysteries: Monsters in the Mind & Other Spooky Stories

    Ep. 139: Medical Mysteries: Monsters in the Mind & Other Spooky Stories
    Oct 29 2025
    What’s scarier than ghosts and goblins? The medical mysteries that hide in plain sight. In this year’s Halloween special, hear three true stories that sound like ghost tales but come straight from the pediatric ward. Each story unfolds like a mystery, with clues, red herrings, and real-life science behind the scares. Listen if you dare… and see if you can solve the cases before Dr. Wendy reveals the truth. 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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  • Ep. 138: How to Help an Anxious Child: Parenting Strategies That Ease—Or Increase—Anxiety

    Ep. 138: How to Help an Anxious Child: Parenting Strategies That Ease—Or Increase—Anxiety
    Oct 22 2025
    Do you ever feel like you’re tiptoeing around your child—careful with every word, changing plans, and doing whatever it takes to avoid a meltdown? You’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Wendy Hunter explores whether “walking on eggshells” really helps anxious kids—or if it accidentally makes anxiety stronger. With insight from pediatrician Dr. Natasha Burgert, author of Managing Childhood Anxiety for Dummies, you’ll learn why avoidance and constant reassurance backfire, which parenting styles help kids build resilience, and simple strategies to support your child with confidence at home. Buy the Book! Managing Childhood Anxiety for Dummies by Natasha Burgert, MD, FAAP 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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    31 m