What Your Pediatrician Wishes You Knew—and How To Get The Most Out Of Every Visit | Weston Spencer

Pediatricians are more than just doctors--they can be a star player on your parenting team. This week on "The Lisa Show," pediatrician Dr. Weston Spencer joins Lisa to share why pediatrician visits matter so much. He explains how to get the most out of every appointment--from writing down your questions ahead of time to building a relationship with your pediatrician so they can reinforce the values you’re teaching at home. Dr. Spencer also covers important topics like managing fevers, supporting picky eaters, and danger-proofing your home. Plus, he shares why it’s helpful to let your kids lose at games and how that can build resilience and teach them to navigate disappointment. Whether you’re a new parent or a seasoned pro, this episode will help you make the most of every visit and every conversation with your child’s doctor. Dr. Weston Spencer received his undergraduate at BYU, Medical School degree at Penn State and completed his pediatrics residency at Stanford. He is now a practicing pediatrician at Alpine Pediatrics in Utah County. Check out Dr. Spencer's work here: Alpinepeds.com