You know that moment when you find yourself scrolling late at night, looking for parenting advice you already know deep down? That’s what we’re talking about today: why so many of us have lost touch with our own gut as moms, and how we can get it back. In this honest, no-fluff episode, Dr. Whitney breaks down how information overload, social pressure, and fear have drowned out our inner voice—and how to rebuild trust in your own knowing. You’ll leave this episode with a deep breath, a little mor...
Jun 12, 2025•13 min•Season 1Ep. 190
“Why can’t I just be normal?” It’s the question that plays on loop in the minds of so many moms—especially when life feels chaotic, your kids are acting out, and every other parent seems to have it all together. In this raw and research-backed episode, Dr. Whitney unpacks the hidden shame driving that question and why vulnerability—not perfection—is the real superpower of motherhood. She shares personal stories, science-backed takeaways, and five ways to challenge shame and redefine “normal” for...
Jun 05, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 189
We’re not supposed to say it out loud, but here it is: working moms grieve too. We grieve missed milestones, canceled bedtimes, and the tiny, invisible moments no one else sees. In this episode, Dr. Whitney Casares opens up about the emotional weight of “having it all” and the myth that we can be everywhere at once. She shares how to name the grief, process it with mindful self-compassion, and redefine what it means to show up for your kids (and yourself). If you’ve ever felt torn between ambiti...
May 29, 2025•14 min•Season 1Ep. 188
Ever feel like you’re drowning in laundry, mental load, and school forms—and somehow still supposed to be creating magical family memories and raising emotionally healthy, body-confident kids? In this episode, Dr. Whitney sits down with Christine Landis , founder of Peacock Parent and the concierge delegation service Proxy , to talk about exactly how parents can offload the stuff that’s draining them—and do it proudly. Christine isn’t just preaching about letting go of perfection—she’s built an ...
May 22, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 187
Feel like you’re constantly battling your kid over screen time? Wondering if their love of Roblox, TikTok, or skincare influencers is harmless—or harmful? Overwhelmed by all the fear-based headlines about what tech is doing to your kid’s brain? Same. That’s why this week’s episode is a must-listen . Dr. Whitney sits down with Erin Walsh—social scientist, parenting expert, and author of It’s Their World: Teens, Screens, and the Science of Adolescence —to dig into what’s really going on with our k...
May 15, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 186
In this style-meets-substance episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast , Dr. Whitney sits down with wardrobe stylist and educator Connie Jespersen of Art in the Find to talk about the mental blocks, mom-life logistics, and emotional hangups we face when it comes to what we wear — and why it actually matters. Connie brings empathy, wit, and a refreshing no-pressure approach to personal style, reminding us that confidence isn’t about having the “perfect” closet — it’s about getting dressed in a way...
May 08, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 185
In this heartfelt and refreshingly honest episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast , Dr. Whitney chats with Brittinie Tran, co-founder of Hot Mess Express — a women-led, volunteer-powered movement helping overwhelmed women declutter their homes and their minds. What started as a one-time cleaning rescue for a postpartum mom turned into a nationwide community of women supporting women — no judgment, no shame, just pure help. Whether your junk drawer is a metaphor or a literal disaster zone, this c...
May 01, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 184
As parents, we spend so much time making sure our kids succeed in school, sports, and activities—but are we teaching them the life skills they’ll need to thrive in the real world? From cooking and problem-solving to resilience and independence, these skills are just as important as academics (if not more!). In this episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast , I sit down with Katie Kimball , a former teacher, mom of four, and the founder of Kids Cook Real Food , to talk about why life skills matter ...
Apr 10, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 183
Have you ever felt like the weight of the household is constantly on your shoulders? That you’re the one keeping everything running while your partner is blissfully unaware of all the behind-the-scenes work? If so, you’re not alone—and there’s a way out of the cycle of frustration and resentment. This week, I sit down with Dr. Morgan Cutlip to talk about her new book, A Better Share: How Couples Can Tackle the Mental Load for More Fun, Less Resentment, and Great Sex . She’s here to unpack what t...
Apr 03, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 182
Starting solids can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, Dr. Whitney is joined by registered dietitian Cinthia Scott, RD, IBCLC, co-author of Baby Leads the Way: An Evidence-Based Guide to Introducing Solid Foods , to break down everything parents need to know about introducing solid foods with confidence. They discuss common misconceptions, signs of readiness, gagging vs. choking, allergy introduction, and how to encourage adventurous eating from the start. If you're f...
Mar 27, 2025•22 min•Season 1Ep. 181
Conflict in relationships is inevitable—but sometimes we make it even worse than it needs to be. In this episode, Dr. Whitney explores why couples argue, how to approach disagreements in a healthier way, and what to do when communication breaks down. Drawing from relationship research and her own experiences as a working mom, she breaks down the Four Horsemen of relationship conflict (from Julie Schwartz Gottman & John Gottman), explains the difference between solvable vs. perpetual problems...
Mar 13, 2025•21 min•Season 1Ep. 180
Motherhood can feel deeply isolating, especially in those early postpartum months. But what if there were a structured, research-backed way to connect with other moms going through the exact same challenges—without the guesswork? In this episode, Dr. Whitney Casares sits down with Alexandra Spitz , founder of New Mom School , to discuss the postpartum loneliness epidemic and why traditional support systems for new moms are failing. Alexandra shares how her organization is redefining postpartum c...
Mar 06, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 179
Why do so many high-achieving, perfectionist moms struggle with anxiety and burnout? Because we've been taught to equate our worth with productivity. In this episode, Dr. Whitney Casares dives deep into the roots of hustle culture, workaholism, and the pressure to always be "on." Drawing from insights in Melissa Clark’s Never Not Working and her own experiences as a pediatrician and working mom, she explores the hidden costs of over-functioning —from mental health struggles to strained relations...
Feb 27, 2025•17 min•Season 1Ep. 178
In this episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast , Dr. Whitney dives into the growing epidemic of anxiety in both parents and children. Why are we all so anxious? And more importantly—what can we do about it? She explores the major cultural and technological shifts that have contributed to rising anxiety levels, from social media and smartphone addiction to the decline of unstructured play and increased parental overprotection. Dr. Whitney also shares practical strategies for reducing anxiety in ...
Feb 06, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 177
What if being kind could be fun, energizing, and contagious? In this inspiring episode, Dr. Whitney chats with Brian Driscoll, author of The Goodness Game: Make the World Better and Feel Awesome While Doing It . Brian shares how his runaway journey as a teenager and the kindness of strangers inspired him to gamify generosity. Together, they explore actionable strategies for weaving kindness into everyday life—even when you're a busy parent feeling stretched thin. Learn how to identify your uniqu...
Jan 17, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 176
Struggling to balance your own health goals with teaching your kids to love their bodies? Dr. Whitney Casares sits down with Dr. Krista Gonzalez, a triple-board-certified endocrinologist and obesity medicine specialist, to discuss if weight-loss medications like Zepbound, Wegovy, and Ozempic fit into a body-positive parenting philosophy. Together, they tackle: Why these medications are disrupting industries and creating conversations. Addressing the stigma of weight-loss treatments in the contex...
Jan 09, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 175
In this empowering episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast , Dr. Whitney Casares sits down with Brian Page, founder of Modern Husbands , to unpack the challenges of creating equity at home. They explore how societal norms, mental loads, and parenting dynamics shape modern families. Brian shares his personal journey of stepping back from his career to support his wife’s ambitions and how that decision changed their family dynamic. Together, they discuss practical strategies for dividing household...
Nov 26, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 174
In this episode of The Modern Mommy Doc , Dr. Whitney Casares dives into a deeply personal and important topic: advocating for neurodivergent children. As a pediatrician and mom to two neurodivergent daughters, Dr. Whitney shares practical strategies for navigating the complexities of raising kids with ADHD, OCD, autism, and anxiety. Whether your child is struggling in school or dealing with miscommunication with educators, you'll learn how to advocate effectively, build strong relationships wit...
Oct 31, 2024•19 min•Season 1Ep. 173
In this episode of the Modern Mommy Doc podcast, Dr. Whitney Casares dives deep into the systemic issues that working moms face—from the gender pay gap and unpaid labor to the childcare crisis. Join her as she provides practical solutions to help mothers reclaim their power and advocate for systemic change. Whether it's pushing for paid parental leave, advocating for employer-sponsored childcare, or finding support in your community, this episode is packed with actionable advice to ease the ment...
Oct 17, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 172
In this episode of the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast , Dr. Whitney is joined by two powerhouse OB-GYNs and co-founders of Fem.ed , Dr. Sara Twogood and Dr. Alyssa Quimby from Cedars-Sinai. Together, they tackle the often-taboo topics of sexual health, perimenopause, and the mental load women carry as they navigate motherhood and their careers. This episode breaks down important discussions around: The impact of perimenopause and postpartum changes on sexual health. How to improve communication with y...
Oct 03, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 171
In this episode of the Modern Mommy Doc podcast, Dr. Whitney sits down with Sam Gardner, CEO and co-founder of Happypillar , and Chloe Picot-Jacobs, Clinical Director of the app, to discuss an innovative approach to parenting that blends technology and evidence-based strategies. Happypillar is designed to help parents tackle common behavioral challenges in children aged 2 to 7, using techniques from Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), enhanced by AI for accessibility and scalability. Dr. Wh...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 170
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Modern Mommy Doc podcast, Dr. Whitney is joined by Heather Salazar, President and CEO of Pink Ribbon Good (PRG). Heather shares her deeply personal journey, from adopting a baby girl whose mother battled breast cancer to her own cancer diagnosis, and how these experiences led her to start PRG—a nonprofit organization providing essential services to families affected by breast and gynecological cancers. This week's podcast and newsletter are brought ...
Sep 19, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 169
In this episode, Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, a sleep medicine expert, joins the Modern Mommy Doc podcast to discuss restful sleep for kids AND their parents. She and Dr. Whitney explore the challenges toddlers, kids, and teenagers face in getting enough sleep and the impact it has on their mental health. Dr. Brown emphasizes the importance of consistency, routines, and creating a sleep-friendly environment for better sleep. She also addresses the use of melatonin and sleep aids, recommending that b...
Sep 12, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 168
Summary In this episode, Dr. Whitney interviews Carla Naumburg about her new book, ' How to Stop Freaking Out: The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Cool When Life Feels Chaotic .' It's a book for kids all about learning to manage overwhelming emotions. They also talk about the importance of self-compassion and normalizing the experience of losing control. The book provides practical tips and techniques for both kids and parents to regulate their emotions and navigate difficult moments. Takeaways Losing...
Sep 05, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 167
May 15, 2024, Momcozy released its annual State of Maternal Support Report shedding light on whether Millennials and Gen Z feel supported in motherhood. The new study surveyed 1,187 pregnant and new moms to reveal that 67% of moms wished for more emotional support and more assistance with childcare or household tasks while 46% craved more social connections. Listen in as Momcozy's Lalaina Roberts talks more about what the Report found, and why it matters so much for working women. For more, go t...
Aug 15, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 166
In this episode, Dr. Whitney discusses Different Thinkers: ADHD with authors Katia Frederickson and Yael Rothman. The episode focuses on ways parents can support their children if they have ADHD, and on the power of understanding your wiring as a child. They talk about their backgrounds as pediatric neuropsychologists and the importance of understanding brain behavior relationships. They also discuss the accessibility and cost of evaluations and the need for resources to help children understand...
Aug 08, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 165
In this episode, Dr. Whitney Casares discusses the reasons why we feel cluttered, such as the chaotic pace of life, the feeling of control that clutter gives us, and the outward sign of an inside problem. She also talks about the importance of decluttering and how it can lead to more freedom, time, and space. Dr. Whitney provides practical tips for decluttering both our physical and mental spaces. For more, go to www.modernmommydoc.com/podcast...
Jul 25, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 164
In this episode, Dr. Mark Hauser, author of Vulnerable Minds: The Harm of Childhood Trauma and the Hope of Resilience , discusses the impact of childhood trauma and the importance of understanding adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). He introduces the concept of the five T's framework (type, timing, tenure, turbulence, and toxicity) to understand how to respond to them and highlights the need for professionals and parents to be trauma-informed and aware of how childhood trauma can affect parent...
Jul 11, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 163
Parenting is a journey filled with countless decisions, especially when it comes to encouraging our kids to try new activities and experiences. For those of us with neurodivergent children, these decisions can be even more complex. In this episode, I share my personal experiences and challenges in helping my own child to try new activities, and offer detailed insights and actionable advice for parents facing similar challenges.
Jun 20, 2024•19 min•Season 1Ep. 162
Dr. Whitney gets personal on this episode talking about body image, weight, and the world’s standards of health. She talks about why it’s so hard for women to have a positive body image even in the movement of body positivity and how we can help break that cycle for our kids. For more on this episode, go t o www.modernmommydoc.com/podcast .
May 30, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 161
