The Driving Development Podcast

Do babies really need all the products marketed to parents? In this episode of Driving Development, pediatric physical therapist Dr. Jena Schultz reviews five popular children's products she wishes didn't exist—not because they're trendy, but because the evidence raises questions about their safety, effectiveness, or developmental benefits. From baby walkers and doorway jumpers to head-shaping pil...

Is Tummy Time Overrated? Tummy time has become one of the biggest buzzwords in baby development—but has the hype gone too far? In this episode of Driving Development, pediatric physical therapist and mom of two Dr. Jena Schultz explores where tummy time recommendations came from, what the research actually says, and why many parents feel like they're failing if their baby hates it. Spoiler: tummy...

In the debut episode of the Driving Development Podcast, Jena introduces herself, shares a memorable parenting mishap involving a pool, stitches, and some questionable navigation skills, and explains why she created the podcast. She dives into the challenges modern parents face in an era of endless information, social media advice, and overwhelming expectations. Jena discusses the importance of ev...