Discerning Parenting
Are there days you feel you’ve had it with the sleepless nights, the temper tantrums, the constant fatigue of trying to keep up with an active baby?
Does it feel like you’re always working so hard as a parent, trying to do everything for your kids and family, and yet it never feels enough?
We get it. You love your child more than anything, and yet parenting is also exhausting and challenging. Especially when you’re bombarded with criticism and pressure to be the perfect parent (which, spoiler alert, does not exist!).
But what if you had experts who understand exactly what you’re going through help you navigate the everyday challenges of parenting your baby, toddler, or preschooler? What if they help you use scientific research to your advantage, so you become the calmer, happier, and more empowered parent you’ve always wanted to be?
That's why we created "Discerning Parenting," the podcast that helps you cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters in your parenting journey.
Join Dr. Victoria Ang-Nolasco, developmental and behavioral pediatrician, positive parenting coach, author, speaker, and mom, as she and our guest experts tackle your most pressing parenting concerns.
From toddler discipline to helping kids learn to talk or to read, from starting solids and potty training to promoting social and emotional development, this podcast is jam-packed with valuable insights and practical tips specifically tailored for parents of kids age 5 and below. So join us and discover how you can use the combined power of science, knowing your child, and your own intuition in making the best parenting decisions for you and your family.
Head over to discerningparenting.com and get our FREE parenting resource library too!
Episodes
104 episodes
103 - Beyond “Just Make Them Eat”: 3 Myths and 4 Hidden Issues Behind Feeding Struggles With Dr. Kaye Napalinga
If you're a parent struggling to get your child to eat a "proper" meal, have you ever been told, "Just make them eat!"? Or, "Just starve them and they'll eat anything!"?In this episode, Dr. Kaye Napalinga, developmental and behavioral pe...
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Episode 103
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102 - Picky Eating or Normal Toddler Food Refusal? What Parents Can Do - with Dr. Paula Martinez-Mallari
👩⚕️ Guest: Dr. Paula Martinez-Mallari, pediatrician and gut health specialist, and mom of four!🍼 Description: Is your child refusing food, only eating white-colored meals, or taking forever to finish a plate? You'r...
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Episode 102
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101 - Weaning and Starting Solids, Pressure-Free: Tips from a Pediatrician and Gut Health Specialist - with Dr. Paula Martinez-Mallari
Are you starting solids with your baby and feeling overwhelmed by all the advice? You’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Paula Martinez-Mallari, a pediatric gastroenterologist (gut health and nutrition specialist) and mom of four answers common...
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Episode 101
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100 - Parenting Boundaries That Work (Even When Others Judge You) - with Dr. Pauline Camposano-Marquez
Are you second-guessing your parenting style—wondering if you're being too strict or too lenient? Does it feel like whatever you do, there's bound to be someone telling you you're doing it wrong? You're not alone.In thi...
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Episode 100
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099 - Sibling Conflicts: Step In, or Let Them Work It Out? - with Dr. Pauline Camposano-Marquez
Many parents feel like they’re constantly playing referee between their kids. Sibling squabbles can be exhausting, and the guilt of not knowing whether to step in or let them work it out can be overwhelming. In this episode, we dive...
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Episode 99
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098 - Digital Dementia: Can Excessive Screen Time Affect Memory, Focus, and Brain Health? with Dr. Paul Filomeno
Is too much screen time affecting our brains? In this episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Paul Filomeno, an addiction and recovery medicine specialist, pediatrician, and founder of Healthy Scre...
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Episode 98
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097 - Is it Social Media Addiction? with Addiction Medicine Specialist Dr. Paul Filomeno
Are you worried that your child may be addicted to social media? You’re not alone! Social media is designed to keep users hooked, and kids are especially vulnerable. In this episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast, we’r...
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Episode 97
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15:42
096 - How Much is Too Much? Signs of Screen Time Overuse in Kids
Are you worried about your child’s screen time? How much is too much? In this episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast, we’re joined by addiction medicine specialist and pediatrician Dr. Paul Filomeno, founder of Healthy Screens ...
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Episode 96
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11:41
095 - Screen Time Battles? Toddler-Friendly Transition Tips to Try with Dr. Paul Filomeno
Struggling with screen time battles? In this episode, Dr. Paul Filomeno, the first pediatrician in the Philippines locally trained in addiction and recovery medicine, shares why screens are so captivating for toddlers and how parents can transi...
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Episode 95
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094 - My Three-Year-Old Can't Read: Is This Normal or Should I Be Worried? with Teacher Tasha Mendoza
In this episode, Dr. Victoria Ang-Nolasco and Teacher Tasha Mendoza tackle a common concern for parents: What if my child isn’t reading by age three? (Or age four or five?) They discuss the undue pressure placed on parents, why ear...
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Episode 94
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093 - The #1 Thing You Must Do Before Teaching Your Child to Read with Teacher Tasha Mendoza
In this episode, Dr. Victoria Ang Nolasco and teacher Tasha Mendoza tackle one of the most common parenting questions: How do I start teaching my child to read? Discover: why readiness is the key to stress...
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Episode 93
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092 - Preschooler Refuses Reading and Writing Tasks? Do This First with Teacher Tasha Mendoza
In this episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast, Dr. Victoria and Teacher Tasha Mendoza address a common worry for parents: “What if my preschooler doesn’t like reading or writing?” They explore why children resist school ...
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Episode 92
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10:48
091 - Learning by Heart: Teach Your Child to Read, Stress-Free with Teacher Tasha Mendoza
In this episode of The Discerning Parenting Podcast, Dr. Victoria Ang Nolasco is joined by special guest and co-author, Teacher Tasha Reyes Mendoza, to discuss their new book, Learning by Heart: Teach Your Child to Read Stress-Free. They addres...
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Episode 91
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090 - Navigating Cultural Differences in Parenting with Dr. James Grubman
Many parents may feel caught between cultures at some point. It may be with previous generations such as parenting conflicts with your own parents or in-laws. Or feeling caught between the "traditional" parenting methods we experienced and the ...
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Episode 90
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32:34
089 - Parenting the Next Generation in Family Business with Dr. James Grubman
If you have worries like..."My kids didn't struggle the way I struggled growing up. Won't they be spoiled?""Will my child have what it takes to handle future challenges?"...this episode is for you.In this first of two episod...
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Episode 89
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29:42
088 - What If We Should Stop Teaching Our Kids To Do This?
In this episode, we explore a common piece of advice that many of us grew up hearing—a lesson we were told was essential for our success. It’s something we've likely been encouraged to teach our children, too. But after a recent ey...
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Episode 88
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087 - When Frustrated or Overwhelmed, Ask This Question
In this episode, we dive into the everyday pressures that can make us feel overwhelmed, stressed, and stretched too thin. Whether it's a mounting workload, ongoing demands, or a disagreement at work or home, it's easy to let these tensions spil...
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Episode 87
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086 - Talking with Your Child's Teacher with Roxanne Sevilla
Do you find it challenging to communicate with your child's teacher, especially when it comes to sensitive matters or disagreements? You're not alone! In this episode, we demystify those crucial conversations and equip you with the tool...
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Episode 86
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085 - What Your Preschool Child Needs to Know for Nursery and Kindergarten with Roxanne Sevilla
Is your little one ready to take that big leap into nursery or kindergarten? In this episode, we break down the essential steps to ensure your child is prepared for this exciting new chapter. We understand that this transition can be a ...
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Episode 85
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084 - Helping Your Child Get Along with Other Kids in School with Roxanne Sevilla
In today's episode, we dive into a topic that concerns many parents: helping children navigate social interactions at school. While some kids naturally make friends easily, others may find it more challenging—and that's perfectly...
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Episode 84
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083 - Does independent play mean kids playing alone?
Here's another listener question episode!We're tackling a topic that many parents are curious about: Independent Play. A listener recently asked, "What exactly is independent play? My toddler doesn't seem to engage in it. Doe...
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Episode 83
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082 - Three More Surprisingly Simple Ways to Boost Your Child's Brain Development (Plus a Bonus Tip)
If you're eager to find easy and effective methods to support your child's brain development, you've come to the right place. Today, we're continuing our enlightening discussion with three more simple yet powerful tips that you can implement im...
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Episode 82
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081 - Three Surprisingly Simple Ways to Boost Your Child's Brain Development
Welcome to another enriching episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast! Today, we're diving into a topic that's close to every parent's heart—boosting your child's brain development. Contrary to what you might think, you don't ...
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Episode 81
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080 - 3 Myths On How Kids Learn That Are Stressing Parents Out
Welcome to today's episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast, where we delve into the fascinating world of childhood learning. Have you ever wondered if some of the most commonly held beliefs about how kids learn might actually be myth...
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Episode 80
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079 - What To Consider When Choosing An Educational System For Your Child with Drs. Jack Herrin and Janys Lim
Welcome to today's episode! We are diving into a topic that often sparks passionate debates, especially on social media: choosing the right educational system for your child. You’ve probably encountered many strong opinions—some advocating for ...
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Episode 79
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