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The PedsDocTalk PodcastAuthor: Dr. Mona Amin
The PedsDocTalk Podcast is your go-to parenting resource, hosted by Dr. Mona Amin, a trusted pediatrician, parenting expert, and mom of two. As a top 50 Parenting Podcast in the U.S., this show delivers expert-backed guidance on child development, health, illness, behavior, feeding, and sleepgiving parents the confidence to navigate every stage from baby to teen. Each episode dives into real-life parenting challenges, featuring conversations with specialists in pediatrics, child psychology, nutrition, and parental well-being. From potty training and sleep training to tackling tantrums, picky eating, discipline, screen time, postpartum recovery, and developmental milestones, Dr. Mona provides practical, science-backed advice that actually works. Tune in on Mondays and Wednesdays for actionable insights, mindset shifts, and expert interviews that empower you to raise healthy, resilient, and happy kidswhile thriving as a parent yourself! Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Kids & Family, Medicine, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Vitamin K Shot: Separating Science from Social Media Myths
Tuesday, 27 May, 2025
Why do newborns get a vitamin K shot—and why has it become the center of so much misinformation online? If you’ve ever hesitated about this newborn standard, this is the episode that brings clarity and calm. In this episode, I welcome Dr. Jessica Knurick who has a PhD in Nutrition Science to break down the real reason this shot is recommended at birth, the science behind preventing Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding (VKDB), and where social media gets it wrong. From safety concerns to conspiracy theories, we’re cutting through the noise with evidence, history, and a healthy dose of common sense. We discuss: Why the vitamin K shot is critical for preventing dangerous bleeding in newborns. The science behind VKDB and how misinformation spreads online. Evidence-based answers to common myths about vitamin K shot ingredients and safety. To connect with Dr. Jessica Knurick follow her on Instagram @drjessicaknurick, check out all her resources at https://www.jessicaknurick.com/ We’d like to know who is listening! Please fill out our Listener Survey to help us improve the show and learn about you! 00:00 – Intro and Welcome 01:45 – How Dr. Knurick Got Involved in Vitamin K Education 03:00 – “Eyes and Thighs” and What’s Actually in That Bundle 04:10 – What Does the Vitamin K Shot Actually Do? 09:35 – Is VKDB Really That Rare? Let’s Do the Math 12:00 – Real Clinical Cases of VKDB 14:55 – A Pediatrician’s Perspective on Preventable Harm 17:05 – Why Babies Bleed Without Trauma 20:20 – Shot vs. Oral Vitamin K: What the Data Says 23:00 – Compliance, Safety, and Why Simplicity Matters 25:10 – Advice for Parents Feeling Overwhelmed by Conflicting Info 28:00 – Final Thoughts and Where to Find Dr. Knurick Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
