Growing Up with Dr. Sarah

There is hardly a parent today who wouldn’t agree that social media, gaming and screen time are now having a big impact on parenting. It’s hard to escape the role technology plays in nearly every facet of our lives.

In this episode of “Growing Up with Dr. Sarah” I talk with Dr. Molly O’Shea, a pediatrician with over 30 years of experience, about what we can do to support children as they grow up in this ever-connected, always-on wor...

Today's episode is all about youth sports. As the weather gets warmer, organized sports and outdoor activities ramp up. Although there are numerous benefits to youth sports, from physical fitness, to enhanced social skills, and from boosted self-esteem to valuable life lessons, they do come with health risks, not the least of which is SCA or “sudden cardiac arrest.” Recently, laws have gone into effect in states across the coun...

Perimenopause is another stage in one’s life marked again by hormonal changes as a new identity is being defined. So what do you do when moms and their teens are experiencing puberty and perimenopause at the same time? It can make for a complicated, if not explosive household. On this episode of “Growing Up with Dr. Sarah” to talk about this very precise moment is mom, celebrity yoga instructor, and doctor of kinesology Dr. Desi Ba...

One of the most frightening moments being a parent is facing an emergency room with your child. It’s as stressful for an adult as it is for a child. That's why in this episode we have Dr. Jordee Wells pediatric emergency room physician at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She focuses on the most pressing issues in emergency medicine and health care today.

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In this episode of “Growing Up with Dr. Sarah” we talk with pediatric nutritionist and lactation specialist Divya Denduluri  on how to feed the picky eater in your family. And, what if you’re a new mom who’s lactating and nursing a newborn baby, how much should you be eating –and what can you do to fit in that much-needed selfcare? And ...

Have you ever wondered what you are going to do with all your pictures, videos and personal memorabilia? In this episode, Dr. Sarah is joined by Haleh Shoa, Founder and CEO of Picturli: a photo organization, curation, archiving, and design studio that helps families, individuals, and businesses transform their chaotic mess of photos into one clear and cohesive digital library. Haleh shares her passion for preserving your family leg...

As a pediatrician, I often reassure parents of children with eczema that while I can help manage their symptoms, the condition itself is unlikely to disappear entirely. But in this episode, my guest Andra McHugh is here to challenge that common belief! Andra, a matcha-sipping, veggie-loving mom, transformed her family’s battle with eczema into a mission to promote healthier, happier childhoods. She shares her in-depth research and ...

Parents are often encouraged to prioritize self-care, but when faced with a child's mental health crisis, taking care of ourselves can feel like an overwhelming challenge. In this episode, Dr. Sarah is joined by author and mom Tracey Yokas, who discovered that in order to help her daughter heal, she first needed to heal herself. Tracey is the author of Bloodlines: A Memoir of Harm and Healing, a deeply personal account of how e...

Richard Blank has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008, bringing over a decade of leadership and expertise to the industry. His journey in the call center world has been anything but conventional, marked by unexpected challenges and triumphs. In this week’s episode, Richard shares his inspiring personal story and his passion for excellence. He credits much of his success to his mastery of int...

When is the best time to talk to your kids about money? The answer is right now! You can start at a young age with the basics and go from there. More than half the parents in the country miss opportunities to teach their children about money and finance. It is important to talk about money in our daily lives and help them learn about your family’s values. John Adams, a private Wealth Advisor, founder and principal of Adams, Gut and...

One of the most significant challenges parents face is sleeplessness and navigating sleep training. With the overwhelming amount of information available, finding the right approach for your family's unique needs can be daunting. This week, we're excited to welcome Kevin Lavelle, CEO and co-founder of Harbor, a startup that is transforming sleep for families with young children through its innovative baby monitor and Remote...

Have you ever wondered why your once sweet teen all of a sudden doesn’t want to talk to you. This normal developmental stage of adolescence can be hard as a parent, especially when you once enjoyed a close relationship with your child. In this episode, Dr. Sarah breaks down whether or not to be concerned about the silent treatment and how to get your kid to talk to you. If you want more tips and guidance, make sure to follow @growi...