71: Building Rooted Pediatrics: Health, Community, & Mindset

"Trust Your Mom Gut..."     --Brooke MacTaggart

This week I’m joined by my friend and our local functional pediatrician, Brooke MacTaggart, founder of Rooted Pediatrics. Rooted is located right here in Eastern Iowa! We dive into her journey of starting a practice that blends Western medicine with holistic approaches, the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, and the importance of community support—especially in rural areas. Brooke shares her insights on functional medicine for children, the role of gut health in behavior and well-being, and why trusting your instincts as a parent is one of the most powerful things you can do. Whether you’re a parent, entrepreneur, or simply passionate about health/wellness, this conversation will inspire you to look deeper, think differently, and trust yourself more.

Key Takeaways:

• Starting Rooted Pediatrics filled a significant gap in rural Eastern Iowa for pediatric care.
• Functional medicine focuses on understanding the root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms.
• Personal development and mindset coaching can lead to significant transformations in business.
• Functional medicine should be considered a basic healthcare approach for children.
• Gut health plays a vital role in children's overall health and behavior.
• Surrounding yourself with the right people can greatly influence your success as an entrepreneur.
• Trusting your instincts as a parent is essential for your child's well-being.

Notes:

• Brooke MacTaggart/Rooted Pediatrics:
  • IG: @rootedpediatrics
  • www.rootedpediatrics.com

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