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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 You Should Care About Special Education

    Why You Should Care About Special Education
    Feb 4 2026
    Does special education make a difference and what’s at risk right now? From IEPs and 504 plans to chronic underfunding and growing legal challenges, millions of students rely on this system—but few understand. Education researcher Kimber Wilkerson explains how special education has expanded access to schooling over the past 50 years, and why it remains underfunded. We also explore what it would mean for students if protections like Section 504 were weakened—and how shortages of special education teachers are already straining the system from the inside. Special education isn’t perfect—and we don’t fully know how much it changes outcomes—but what happens if we lose it anyway? 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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    24 mins
  • Why Does My Child’s Stomach Always Hurt? The Gut–Brain Cause—and What Helps

    Why Does My Child’s Stomach Always Hurt? The Gut–Brain Cause—and What Helps
    Jan 28 2026
    Your child’s stomach hurts every day. You’ve tried diet changes. You’ve done the tests. Everything comes back normal—and the pain is still there! Discover the new science of Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction; why food gets blamed when it isn’t the cause, and how the nervous system can cause digestive symptoms. Hear about the surprising treatment that helps many kids feel better. If you’ve ever felt stuck, dismissed, or desperate for answers about your child’s stomach pain, this episode offers clarity, hope, and a new way forward. Find Dr. Ali Navidi at GIPsychology.com Shop for Begin Health Growing Up Prebiotics with 25% off first subscription. Use code DOCTORWENDY25 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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    44 mins
  • Are Youth Sports Pushing Kids Too Hard?

    Are Youth Sports Pushing Kids Too Hard?
    Jan 21 2026
    Can a 14-year-old have a “career-ending” injury? Can an ACL tear affect a child for decades? Youth sports culture rarely talks about the long-term cost. Why are serious sports injuries—especially knee injuries like ACL tears—becoming more common in kids and teens? Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Matt Tao breaks down what’s really driving these injuries: early specialization, overuse, playing through pain, and rushing recovery. Most importantly, this episode shifts the focus from getting kids back in the game to protecting their long-term health—so they can grow into adults who still love movement, activity, and sports. If you’re a parent of a young athlete, this is a must-listen before the next season starts. Find a National Strength and Conditioning Association certified coach. 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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    29 mins
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