Nurse Papa

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The Sport of Parenting Dec 01, 2022

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Hello dear listeners and welcome back to Nurse Papa podcast. I am so thankful to have been able to share these stories of parenthood with you all over the last couple of years. Even so, this will be the last episode of Nurse Papa, for a good while at least. If you like what you hear, I welcome you to listen to all the past episodes of Nurse Papa. Enjoy the laughs and the cries. They are all part of being a mom or dad.

I am proud to have EKO as a sponsor to the Nurse Papa podcast. I use this special stethoscope every day at work and it has indeed changed my nursing practice for the better. Please check it out and use the code word PAPA for 10% off your purchase.

Remember, Nurse Papa is also a book. You can find out more about this special reading experience at www.nursepapathebook.com and you can purchase your own copy on Amazon. I'd love to hear what you think. If you leave a review for the book OR podcast you just might get a shout out on the show.

Also, watch Nurse Papa talk about his work and family life on the NBC Today Show.

Dear Nurse Papa...Hands Off My Cheetos Oct 01, 2022

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Hello dear listeners and welcome back to a classic parent letter to Nurse Papa. We all have been in sticky situations with our kids at one time or another. Listen on to seen how I advise two parents who are a bit confused about how to react to a little Cheeto thief.

Also, watch Nurse Papa talk about his work and family life on the NBC Today Show.

The Tooth Fairy And All The Lies We Tell Our Children Sep 01, 2022

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Hello listeners. Did you believe in the tooth fairy when you were a child? How about Santa Clause and the Easter Bunny? For most kids, the period in which they can still believe in the unbelievable is quite short. This week I will tell you about the many pitfalls I experienced as a dad just trying to make a little magic in this world for my daughter. Meet Nikita, my daughter's very real tooth fairy. I hope you enjoy!

Also, watch Nurse Papa talk about his work and family life on the NBC Today Show.

The CircumDecision Aug 01, 2022

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Welcome back to the Nurse Papa podcast. This week, I will be helping two queer parents encounter the age old question of circumcision. If their baby has a penis should they snip it or save it? Should they snip it and then save it? Should they save it for snipping later? We're gonna take a deep dive into the weird history of circumcision and also discover how this ancient ritual stands in modern times.

I'd like to dedicate this episode to a friend of mine. Christian Doll is a fellow pediatric oncology nurse, father of four kids, and just one cool dude. Thanks for being you, Christian :)

Remember, Nurse Papa is also a book. You can find out more about this special reading experience at www.nursepapathebook.com and you can purchase your own copy on Amazon. I'd love to hear what you think. Watch Nurse Papa talk about his work and family life on the NBC Today Show.

Nurse Papa - An Interview Jul 01, 2022

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Wow this is the 31st episode of the Nurse Papa podcast. I have decided to add a novel element to the Nurse Papa podcast. I think it might be a good time to bring in some new voices to this space and some new ideas too. In the coming months I will be sharing some spirited conversations between myself and various experts all in the effort to help enhance your journeys as parents or people.

But today, to ease on into this new realm, I will be sharing a conversation between myself and the hosts of a just amazing podcast called Modern Dadhood. Marc and Adam of the Modern Dadhood podcast have interviewed many amazing dad guests: well-known comedians, writers, journalist, and thinkers of our time. And back in 2021 they took the time to interview me and it was a really great conversation. Marc and Adam have graciously allowed me to share that episode with you. So sit back, relax, and get ready for laughs, some tears and everything in between. Enjoy!

Remember, Nurse Papa is also a book. You can find out more about this special reading experience at www.nursepapathebook.com and you can purchase your own copy on Amazon. I'd love to hear what you think. Watch Nurse Papa talk about his work and family life on the NBC Today Show.

Dear Nurse Papa...Parenting In A Changing Climate Jun 01, 2022

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Welcome to the latest segment of the Dear Nurse Papa series. This week, I do my best to help a father who can no longer sleep. He can't sleep because he can't get his mind off of the sorry state of the world these days and, more specifically, climate change. Join me as I address this dad's concerns with the help of author and integrative health coach, Elizabeth Bechard. Elizabeth is an eloquent authority of the social, emotional, and psychological dynamics of climate change. She writes all about it in her latest book called Parenting In A Changing Climate.

Links for this episode:

Pennebaker Expressive Writing Website

John Evans: Wellness and Writing

Find Elizabeth Bechard

Body Scan for adults

Body Scan for kids

Remember, Nurse Papa is also a book. You can find out more about this special reading experience at www.nursepapathebook.com and you can purchase your own copy on Amazon. I'd love to hear what you think. Watch Nurse Papa talk about his work and family life on the NBC Today Show.

Time May 01, 2022

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Welcome to the latest episode of the Nurse Papa podcast. Lately, I have been thinking about time - how it seems to operate in such a relative manner according to what is happening in my life and how I feel about those happenings. My relationship to the passing of time has become even more difficult to nail down now that I have kids. Please enjoy this very timely episode!

Dear Nurse Papa...Buying Less Apr 01, 2022

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Nurse Papa is back with yet another letter from one of his parent listeners. Like all of us, this mom lives in a world in which online purchasing has come to dominate our lives. But how can we navigate this process in a way that is healthy? How do we teach our children to do the same and, finally, is there a way to opt out altogether. Listen up and find out.

Remember, Nurse Papa is also a book. You can find out more about this special book at www.nursepapathebook.com and you can purchase your own copy on Amazon. I'd love to hear what you think.

Family Is Where You Find It Mar 01, 2022

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Wow...It's a crazy world out there. In times like these especially, I am so grateful for my family. Not just the people I live with and love, but for my human family. Take care of each other. This episode is for all of us. Please enjoy Family Is Where You Find It.

Remember, Nurse Papa is also a book. You can find out more about this special book at www.nursepapathebook.com and you can purchase your own copy on Amazon. I'd love to hear what you think.

Dear Nurse Papa...The Sex Talk. Jan 31, 2022

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Welcome back to yet another episode from my serial advice column to parents trying to be their best selves for their children. It is not such an easy task for most of us. This letter comes from a Bay Area mom whose son is beginning to have questions about sex and his changing body. Unsure how to approach his burgeoning curiosity, she has come to Nurse Papa for some advice. Stay tuned!

Remember, Nurse Papa is also a book. You can find out more about this special book at www.nursepapathebook.com and you can purchase your own copy on Amazon. I'd love to hear what you think.

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