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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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Data-Driven Parenting: Finding Balance in Information Overload
Tuesday, 1 April, 2025
What does it really mean to parent with data—and how do you do it without losing your mind? Let’s unpack the power and pitfalls of data-driven parenting in a world full of misinformation and clickbait. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by studies, headlines, or trying to “do it right,” this episode will bring clarity, nuance, and a whole lot of reassurance. Today, I’m joined by Emily Oster, an economist and NYT best-selling author, to discuss: How data can guide parenting decisions—without demanding perfection or causing overwhelm. Ways to navigate conflicting research, misinformation, and fear-based headlines in today’s media landscape. Practical tips for building data literacy, knowing when to seek evidence, and trusting your instincts as a parent. To connect with Emily Oster follow her on Instagram @profemilyoster and check out all her resources at parentdata.org 00:00 – Introduction to Emily Oster 02:49 – How Emily Got Started in Parenting Data 04:16 – The Promise and Limits of Data-Driven Parenting 07:02 – Sleep, Solids, and the Complexity of Parenting Choices 08:08 – Honesty About Data Limitations 09:02 – When the Data Doesn’t Exist 10:09 – Media Panic & Screen Time Headlines 11:27 – Building Data Literacy as a Parent 13:32 – The Rise of Pseudoscience & Misinformation 14:55 – How to Tell If a Study Is Legitimate 16:28 – Parasite Cleanses & Misused Studies 19:03 – Competing With Clickbait 22:27 – Vaccine Conversations & Honest Health Communication 24:25 – The Hope for a Nuanced Future 27:01 – How to Stay Informed Without Overwhelm 29:00 – Parenting as a Process of Figuring It Out 30:08 – What Really Feels Overwhelming 33:08 – Trusting Lived Experience Over Data Alone 34:12 – The Search for Certainty vs. Embracing the Mess 35:48 – You’re Not Going to Mess Up Your Kid 37:59 – Closing & Where to Find Emily We’d like to know who is listening! Please fill out our Listener Survey to help us improve the show and learn about you! 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
