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The Pediatrician Next Door - Simple Advice on Parenting and Family Health

The Pediatrician Next Door - Simple Advice on Parenting and Family Health

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Pediatrician Wendy Hunter, MD answers the questions you forgot or were too embarrassed to ask at the doctor’s office. She mixes the science of medicine with the realities of parenting to give satisfying answers to questions about kids’ health. Parenting & Families Relationships
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  • Why Fathers Matter: The Remarkable Ways Dads Shape Their Children

    Why Fathers Matter: The Remarkable Ways Dads Shape Their Children
    Jun 24 2026
    Does your son sneeze just like his dad? Fathers matter in ways we never imagined! Discover the fascinating science of fatherhood, from the latest research on epigenetics showing that dads may pass along more than just DNA, to decades of developmental psychology demonstrating how fathers shape their children's confidence, curiosity, emotional health, and resilience. Whether you're a father, a mother, a grandparent, this episode will leave you with a new appreciation for the extraordinary role fathers play both before a child is born and throughout their entire life. 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 mins
  • How Healthy Is Your Bedroom? Crib Mattresses, Bedding & Hidden Chemicals

    How Healthy Is Your Bedroom? Crib Mattresses, Bedding & Hidden Chemicals
    Jun 10 2026
    Are toxic chemicals surrounding your baby while they sleep? Babies and kids spend thousands of hours breathing inches from their mattress, bedding, carpet, and furniture, yet most of us rarely think about what those products are made of. Mattress expert Arin Schultz explains the science behind chemicals in mattresses and nursery products, what “off-gassing” means, and why certifications can be confusing. We talk about breathability, mold, organic bedding, furniture materials, and the question more families are starting to ask: how healthy is our home? Learn more at Naturepedic and read the Mattress and Bedding 101 blog. 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 mins
  • ADHD Isn’t About Attention? The New Science of Motivation, Focus and Reward

    ADHD Isn’t About Attention? The New Science of Motivation, Focus and Reward
    May 27 2026
    Why can people with ADHD focus intensely for hours on things that are interesting or emotionally engaging...but not on their homework? The real challenge may be how the brain processes reward. Learn why researchers are rethinking ADHD, how stimulant medications work, how dopamine shapes motivation and persistence, and practical ways parents can help children. Resources & References: • The Incredible Years Parent Program: The Incredible Years • Large-scale functional MRI study on ADHD medications and brain networks: Cell study on stimulant effects in ADHD • Study on methylphenidate and reward anticipation in ADHD: Methylphenidate and reward processing study summary 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 mins
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