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MomDocTalk with Kristen Cook, MD
Welcome to MomDoc Talk, where real-life parenting meets medical expertise! Hosted by Dr. Kristen Cook, a seasoned pediatrician and mom, this podcast is your go-to resource for evidence-based insights on child development, health, and raising well-rounded, compassionate kids. As both a mother and a pediatrician with over a decade of experience, Dr. Cook understands the challenges parents face today and knows what truly works. Each episode dives into relatable parenting stories, expert advice, and science-backed tips, blending warmth, wisdom, and practicality to support you in guiding your child’s growth in today’s ever-evolving world.
Join Dr. Cook and her guests as they tackle everything from behavior management to health basics, all while keeping the focus on raising good humans.
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.
MomDocTalk with Kristen Cook, MD
Latest Episodes
AI Safety for Kids: 6 Rules Every Parent Should Teach
Artificial intelligence is already part of childhood. Kids encounter it through search engines, schoolwork, social media, games, recommendation algorithms, image generators, and conversational chatbots. The question for parents is no longer whe...
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After-School Meltdowns: 5 Things Not to Do and What Helps Instead
Last week, Dr. Kristen Cook explained why some children hold it together all day at school and then completely fall apart once they get home. In this episode, she continues the conversation and gets practical about what parents can do next.<...
Why Does My Child Melt Down After School? Understanding After-School Restraint Collapse
Your child's teacher says they were wonderful all day. Twenty minutes later, they are yelling about the wrong snack, fighting with a sibling, refusing every request, or completely falling apart at home. What happened?In this ep...
How to Raise Independent Kids Without Making Them Feel Abandoned
This episode is the direct continuation of Episode 93. Kristen opens by telling listeners she is continuing last week's conversation about clinginess, separation, and emotional independence, then takes the topic deeper by focusing on the parent...
Why Is My Child So Clingy? Understanding Separation Anxiety
Why does your child follow you from room to room, cry when you leave, insist you stay until they fall asleep, or suddenly struggle with separation after months of seeming independent?In this episode of Mom Doc Talk, board-certified pedia...
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