E36: Breaking Up with Over-Functioning - Let’s Stop Doing It All With Dr. Whitney Casares of Modern Mommy Doc

In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Whitney Casares, the physician and mother behind the popular Instagram account Modern Mommy Doc. A Stanford-trained pediatrician and maternal-child health expert, Dr. Whitney is also the author of *Doing It All: Stop Over-Functioning, and Become the Mom and Person You’re Meant to Be*. Her insights and practical advice have resonated widely, earning her a spot in prestigious publications like The New York Times, Forbes, Fortune, and Parents Magazine. Tune in as Dr. Whitney shares her unique framework for managing the multifaceted demands of modern motherhood without losing sight of joy and purpose.

1. Journey to Influence: Discover how Dr. Whitney transitioned from medical school to becoming a practicing physician and a social media influencer, blending her medical expertise with her passion for advocating for both parents and children.

2. Balancing Act: Learn how Dr. Whitney manages the demanding roles of being a doctor, a mother, and an online content creator, and the strategies she uses to maintain peace.

3. Combining Medical Knowledge + Parenting:  Dr. Whitney discusses her approach to making complex medical concepts accessible to parents and how she decides what information to share with her audience.

4. Centered Life Blueprint: Get an inside look at Dr. Whitney’s *Centered Life Blueprint*, a framework designed to help mothers focus on what matters most. Dr. Whitney outlines the six key areas every mom can say yes to, regardless of their circumstances.

5. Early Intervention Signs: Dr. Whitney explains the signs that parents should watch for that might indicate their child could benefit from early intervention services.

6. Raising a Neurodivergent Child: Dr. Whitney shares her personal journey and insights gained from raising a neurodivergent child, and how this has shaped her approach to parenting and medicine.

7. Advocating for Your Child: Effective ways for parents to advocate for their children in medical settings and ensure their voices are heard.

Links:

• The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast

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