"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent

I rolled my eyes at homeopathy the first time I heard about it in med school. Tiny sugar pellets? Now it's the first natural medicine I hand every Doctor Mom, and this video shows you why. In this Homeopathy 101 episode, Dr. Elana explains the one rule homeopathy runs on: like cures like. You'll see how an onion becomes the remedy Allium cepa, and why homeopathy is its own branch of natural medici...

Saying no as a mom gets harder when everyone around you insists you "should" keep going. Dr. Elana and Steph share how to spot the "shoulds" keeping too much on your plate. Steph walks through how she went from a hard no on youth tackle football to cheering on her boys at Lambeau Field, including how their team limits contact at practice, why they wear Guardian Caps, and the brain health toolkit s...

If you've ever felt confused or guilty when reaching for formula, or you found yourself anxiously googling, "How do I combo feed without ruining my milk supply?" this episode is for you. Dr. Hope Lima, IBCLC, RDN and nutrition researcher, joins Steph to break down what actually matters when it comes to infant feeding. We're covering how to choose an infant formula based on ingredients instead of b...

Simple always beats a 15 step plan when your kid is sick. Here's the 3 part method that helps you stay calm, confident, and clear on what to do next. In this episode, Dr. Elana walks you through the exact 3 part method she uses to stay calm when her own kids get sick, even after 14 years of pediatric practice. You'll learn why panic doesn't mean you're doing something wrong, why a simple protocol...

A registered dietitian and mom of two boys shares the exact four-step framework she uses to pack cold lunches her kids actually eat, no Pinterest required. In this episode, Steph walks through the four-step framework she has used for six years of packing cold lunch every single school day. You'll learn why letting your kids choose within structure beats deciding for them, which smarter swaps to ma...

Most kids' breakfasts spike blood sugar fast, and the focus crash hits right when school starts. Registered dietitian Steph Greunke breaks down the most common breakfast culprits, including cereal, frozen waffles, and flavored yogurt, and shows you exactly what to swap in instead. You'll learn why blood sugar spikes lead to a focus crash right when school starts, what artificial food dyes have to...

If your child has been labeled with ADHD, anxiety, or "just difficult," this brain scan conversation will change how you see their brain completely. Dr. Steve Rondeau, a licensed naturopathic doctor and founder of Axon EEG Solutions, has analyzed over 50,000 brain scans. In this episode, he explains why two kids with the same ADHD diagnosis can have completely different brains, what a QEEG brain s...

Whether you vaccinate fully, selectively or not at all, you're going to want a vaccine detox plan that supports your child's immune system, not just their liver. In this episode, Dr. Elana breaks down why a vaccine detox plan is really an immune support conversation, not just a toxin flush. You'll learn why she never recommends vaccinating a sick child, why Tylenol before and after shots may work...

If your school mornings involve missing shoes, forgotten lunches, and getting to drop off with two minutes to spare, this episode is for you. Steph is sharing the three systems (plus one bonus tip) that turned her family's school morning routine from chaos into something predictable. She walks through why a consistent sleep and wake schedule matters more than most parents realize, why you need mor...

Lyme disease is called "the great imitator" because it can look like growing pains, fatigue, or nothing at all and this episode shows you what to watch for. Steph sits down with naturopathic physician Dr. Jacquell Patterson, a nationally recognized expert in Lyme disease, tick-borne co-infections, and PANS/PANDAS to cover everything parents need to know about ticks and Lyme disease. You'll learn w...

If your toddler has gone from eating everything to skipping meat, you're probably wondering about iron deficiency in kids,and you don't have to guess your way through it. My daughter Adena used to eat sardines and steak without hesitation. About a year ago she got selective and stopped eating the foods richest in iron like meat, chicken and fish. In this episode, I walk through the three-day iron...

Starting solids doesn't need a perfect plan. I'm showing you exactly what I feed my fourth baby, week by week, mess and all. In this episode, Dr. Elana walks you through her real, unfiltered approach to starting solids with fourth baby, Revi. You'll hear how she builds a simple prep system around meat stock, egg yolk and bone marrow, why she introduces food allergens early and slowly and how she h...

If your child eats the same five foods every single day, it's probably not stubbornness. There are five real reasons picky eating happens, and Steph breaks down every one. In this episode, registered dietitian Steph Greunke walks through the five most common reasons behind picky eating in kids, from sensory sensitivity and gut health to nutrient deficiencies, anxiety and mealtime dynamics. Using a...

If you've ever wondered whether there's a better way to start solids than the 100 foods before one approach, this episode is going to change the way you think about feeding your baby. Dr. Elana and GAPS certified practitioner, Kate Pope, break down why meat stock is baby's most powerful first food. In this episode, Dr. Elana sits down with Kate Pope, founder of Wild Nutritionist and a certified GA...

Between turning 40 and navigating life with a baby, a toddler and two more kids, there is a lot going on in our world right now and we are not holding back! In this candid quarter check-in, Dr. Elana and Steph pull back the curtain on what life actually looks like right now. Steph opens up about turning 40, rebranding an entire decade and the health appointments and mindset shifts she is building...

For the first time, the CDC vaccine schedule officially reflects that not every child has the same risk and that some vaccines now fall under 'shared decision making' between you and your doctor. Here's how to actually use that. In this episode, Dr. Elana sits down with Dr. Ari Calhoun, ND to unpack the most significant shift in how the CDC frames childhood vaccination. The updated schedule now in...

Your child does not need sports drinks, protein powders or pre-workout anything. They need real food, good timing and a mom who knows the difference. Registered dietitian Angie Asche breaks it all down simply and practically. In this episode, Steph and sports dietitian Angie Asche, cover youth athlete nutrition from the ground up. You will learn what recreational and competitive kids actually need...

Your child does not need sports drinks, protein powders or pre-workout anything. They need real food, good timing and a mom who knows the difference. Registered dietitian Angie Asche breaks it all down simply and practically. In this episode, Steph and sports dietitian Angie Asche, cover youth athlete nutrition from the ground up. You will learn what recreational and competitive kids actually need...

Vitamin D is one of the most common deficiencies in children and one of the most overlooked. If your child has never been tested, this episode is worth a listen. In this episode, Steph breaks down everything you need to know about vitamin D for kids: which children are most at risk for low levels, what your labs are actually telling you (and what they might be missing) and how to choose a suppleme...

The moment you realize your kid has pinworms is one of those mom moments nobody prepares you for. The embarrassment, the overwhelm, the pile of laundry you're already mentally sorting. This is the calm voice you needed five minutes ago. Pinworms are the most common parasite found in children and they spread fast. Not because of anything you did wrong, but because kids are kids. They touch everythi...

Your child's gut is connected to their mood, their immune system, and even their skin. Dr. Will Bulsiewicz joins Steph to break down the fiber gap that affects 97% of kids and the simple foods that can shift everything. In this episode, Steph sits down with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, award-winning gastroenterologist, gut health expert, and New York Times bestselling author of Fiber Fueled and Plant Powe...

Tylenol isn't the only answer when your child has a fever. Here's what a Naturopathic Doctor reaches for first, and when conventional fever reducers actually make sense. In this episode, Dr. Elana walks through her full three-step fever framework: when it's okay to do nothing except hydrate and rest, which comfort therapies to try first (including cold wet socks), and how to use natural Tylenol su...

Cold wet sock therapy sounds strange. But once you see why it works, you will want cotton socks and wool socks on standby every sick season! In this video, Dr. Elana breaks down exactly how cold wet sock therapy works, when to use it beyond fevers and how to do it step by step. This simple home remedy supports the immune system by increasing circulation throughout the body and it works for more th...

Most kids don't need a sports drink. They need more water. But there are real situations where electrolytes matter, and knowing the difference keeps you confident instead of second-guessing yourself at every practice.   In this episode, Steph breaks down exactly what electrolytes are, when kids genuinely need them, and what to look for in cleaner options when a sports drink makes sense. She covers...

If your child has seasonal allergies, eczema or recurring ear infections, this episode might change how you see all three. Dr. Elana sits down with holistic pediatrician Dr. Ana Maria Temple to unpack the root causes of kids' seasonal allergies and why they so often connect to eczema, asthma and food allergies (the 'allergic march' most pediatricians never mention). From diet and fiber to dust mit...