The Children's Wellness Spot
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the information about kids' health and parenting out there? Are you unsure what to make of some of the conflicting ideas? Are you eager to transcend the noise and uncover reliable parenting and kids' health guidance from a specialist who goes beyond social media, friends, and neighbors? Are you seeking stress-free parenting and improved children's mental health and parenting confidence? Are you concerned about kids' nutrition, learning disabilities, respiratory diseases, technology use, and other issues?
Grab a cup of coffee or tea, pull up a chair, and settle in for an uplifting conversation with Dr. Bande Virgil, also known as Dr. V, a board-certified pediatrician and parent, as she shares valuable insights on kids' health, teens' well-being, and ways to nurture your family. She will guide you through the noise, empower your parenting confidence, and provide knowledge on common illnesses and challenges children and teens face with each easy-to-follow episode.
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Episodes
22 episodes
Let’s Talk: Supporting Middle School Girls Through Stress and Isolation
You want to bottle them up and send them from elementary school straight to high school graduation because let’s face it, middle and some parts of high school are really emotionally difficult for girls. May is Mental health Awareness Month, a m...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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19:43
Let’s Talk: The Mental Load of Mothers and “The Village”
Motherhood is stressful for so many at different times in their parenting journey. Many mothers battle with the hidden signs of stress and overwhelm. They feel the need to be perfect and joyful in public but are drowning under the mental load o...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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23:54
Let’s Talk: Part 2: Battling Health Misinformation Childhood Vaccine Fears?
Recently, there's been a surge in awareness about vaccines, sparking important conversations among parents. As they seek answers, some are left wondering: should they be concerned? What are the current challenges surrounding childhood vaccines?...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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20:40
Let’s Talk: Easing Extreme Weather Anxiety in Kids
The news frequently highlights extreme weather events. In response to the recent devastating tornados in the South and Midwest, Dr. Virgil examines the effects of extreme weather on children in this episode. Parents are seeking advice on allevi...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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19:30
Let’s Talk: Engaging Your Kids in Women's History
Why is it crucial for kids to learn about women's history? Can it empower them to challenge stereotypes and create a more inclusive future? Dr. Virgil explores these questions in a timely conversation about Women's History, highlighting a remar...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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13:09
Let’s Talk: What the HECK are Measles? Should You Freak Out?
Welcome Back to the Spot! What the heck are Measles? Are Measles Deadly? Measles are popping in the US according to a recent AP Press News article. They are spreading in Texas and other places, but what does that mean? Should you be freaking ou...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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28:28
Let’s Talk: Part 1 Battling Kids Health Misinformation
Welcome Back to the Spot! 2025 came in kicking and screaming! As we launched season 3 it became more clear that parents are feeling ANXIOUS . Join Dr. V for this important series on battling misinformation about your kids health. You are not al...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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14:09
Let’s Talk: Getting Unstuck, Autism Awareness
Getting unstuck is so critical to making the next best decisions when you are dealing with a diagnosis of Autism in your child or family member. How do parents and families get stuck, what are the barriers? In this episode we talk about Autism ...
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Episode 10
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24:22
Let’s Talk: Toddler Tantrums and Your Self Esteem as Parent
Parenting toddlers requires a lot of patience and grace, not just for the toddlers but the parents too! Parents of toddlers have made it past the sleepless newborn nights, first feedings, and now are thrust into the tumultuous and exciting—but ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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17:32
Let’s Talk: Matters of the Heart: Teen Dating
As February ends, Dr. Virgil’s discusses matters of the heart, teen relationships. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Did you know according to the Center for Disease Control, 1 in 3 teens experiences abuse; emotional, phys...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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23:45
Let’s Talk: A Promising Future For ALL Kids is Rooted in History!
Dr. Virgil celebrates Black History Month in this episode by sharing two awesome little known black history facts in pediatrics with you and your children! She also offers three ways in which you can celebrate Black History with your children.&...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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26:15
Let’s Talk: “The Village” Matters for Kids, Beyond the Movie Color Purple
Dr. Virgil reflects on the powerful musical movie adaptation the Color Purple and the lessons about the role of community in the wellness of our children. There is so much about the “Village”, essential to raising healthy safe kids, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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23:31
Let's Talk: New Year Reflections, Resolutions, for Families
Welcome back! In this episode Dr. Virgil offers tips to help parents reflect on the year 2023 and look forward to 2024. Adults are vision boarding and making new years resolutions, but there are some ways to focus on yourself as a parent, and i...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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15:26
Let's Talk: The Blue Ivy Blueprint? Intentional Parenting Part 1
Welcome back! In this episode Dr. Virgil begins the series on intentional parenting, helping parents create positive outcomes for their children, develop resilience, and overcome challenges together. Blue Ivy is the notable child of the well kn...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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17:12
Let’s Talk! Prematurity Awareness
Welcome back! In this episode Dr. Virgil discusses prematurity awareness which is celebrated during the month of November. We wear purple to honor the journey of these babies and advocate for research and resources to improve infant and mother ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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13:09
Let's Talk: More Joy! Family Gatherings with Kids
Welcome back to the Spot! In this episode board certified pediatrician Dr. Virgil shares a few simple tips to make your family holiday gatherings more enjoyable. This is for parents with babies all the way to teens. The holiday season can...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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10:49
Let’s Talk! Hello & Respiratory
Welcome back to the Spot! In this episode Dr. Virgil shares a little bit about who she is and why this podcast was designed for parents and anyone who is part of “the village” raising kids and teens. She also talks a little bit about respirator...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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9:18
Let's Talk: The Emotional Lives of Teens Part III
Welcome back to the Spot! Parenting teens is tough. Whether your teen is the poster child of perfection, and struggling with the weight of that, or dealing with personal issues like gender/sexual identity. The whole range of teen experiences ca...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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16:17
Let’s Talk: Breast Feeding Tips! Still Celebrating Breastfeeding, Not Just In August!
This one is for the moms of newborns! In this episode, Dr. Virgil continues the celebration of breastfeeding that’s marked in August. Awareness and support for breastfeeding moms is something that needs to happen 365 days a year. Let’s ta...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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12:55
Lets Talk: The Virus in Kids Everyone is Talking about RSV!!!
Respiratory season has come early in the world of pediatrics. The headlines everywhere are covering this virus infecting kids all over the country, RSV. No need to panic, let's talk. RSV easy as 1,2,3. I'll explain it to you, give you some tips...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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14:05
Let's Talk: The Emotional Lives of Teens Part I
Welcome back to the Spot! The beginning of the school year is underway in many areas. It is an exciting time for some, a challenging time for most. Learn how to support the teenagers, middle school and high school, emotionally. Dr. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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19:51
Let's Talk: Dating and Teens!!!
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, but this month isn't just for adults. Let's talk about intimate partner violence/dating violence which teens can experience. In fact, according to CDC data 1:3 teens has experienced dating violence ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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11:36