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The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast

Wouldn’t it be great to find a podcast for the Modern Working Mom that addresses life as a mom, life as a working mom with an ambitious career and life as a mom who wants to also have time for her own life? That is what the Modern Mommy Doc podcast is all about.
We live in a world where we are supposed to raise kids as if we don’t work and work as if we don’t have kids (and don’t even mention that we may also want to fit in some time for ourselves to read a book or take a SoulCycle class.)
Everyone has an opinion on what it takes to be the perfect Working Mom in today’s society. Most of the advice is unattainable, anxiety-provoking and certainly doesn’t address how the modern working mom is supposed to make time for her own life. The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast helps working moms say “no” to unrealistic expectations for a perfectly-balanced life and say “yes” to what really matters. You’ll hear inspiring interviews with experts in each of the core areas modern working moms who parent with intention know are critical for success –dreaming big, spending time on things that matter, making space for themselves, investing in their mental and physical health, parenting in partnership, and being intentional about the way they parent their kids.
Your host is Whitney Casares, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.A.P. She’s a Stanford-trained, board-certified pediatrician, author, speaker, blogger @modernmommydoc, mom of two and avid Peloton-er. Drawing on her own experience as a working mom in the modern world, she’s curated a group of expert guests to help you find the credible advice you’re looking for when it comes to taking care of your child, your career and yourself.
We live in an era filled with so many questions around Working Mom Life and finding balance. On the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, you’ll find the focused answers you’ve been looking for to truly have it all.

Copyright: © Copyright 2021 Whitney Casares, MD, MPH, FAAP

Latest Episodes:

Your Kid's Body is Not Your Report Card (But it Sure Feels That Way) Jun 04, 2026

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I have a confession.

My 12-year-old's face broke out and I panicked. Not in a calm, clinical, pediatrician way. In a this-is-somehow-about-me way. And I had to stop and ask myself: what is actually happening right now?

In this episode, I'm getting honest about one of the most under-addressed parts of raising kids through puberty: what happens inside us when our kids' bodies start changing in ways that trigger our own stuff. The acne. The stretch marks. The weight shifts. The curves we weren't expecting.

In this episode:

Why seeing your kid's body change can instantly activate your own oldest wounds — and why that doesn't make you a bad parent
The part nobody talks about: how our kids' appearance has been tied to our worth as mothers, and why that distortion makes it impossible to show up clearly for them
Three things you can do right now when you feel that panic rising
Why you don't have to be fully healed to get this right — you just have to be willing to look at what's yours

This one is personal. I wrote an entire book on body image and I still felt it. If you've ever caught yourself having a reaction to your child's body that surprised you, this episode is for you.

📖 Mentioned in this episode: Raising Body-Confident Kids (available September 2026)

Mentioned in this episode:

New Book! Raising Body-Confident Kids

You want your kids to love their bodies. You're still trying to do both. My new book, Raising Body-Confident Kids, helps you do both. Releases Sept 1, 2026. Pre-order your copy here: https://www.raisingbodyconfidentkids.com/books

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Your Kid Really Shouldn't Have All the Cookies (And No, That's Not Diet Culture) May 21, 2026

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I was at the grocery store with my nine-year-old. She'd had a hard day (the class bully had gone after her) and she wanted everything. Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Brioche with Nutella. Red velvet cupcakes. Whipped cream straight from the aerosol can. And I said no to most of it.

In today's episode, I'm talking about why. I'm also talking about why I think the "let kids eat whatever they want, whenever they want" message that's everywhere in the body-positive parenting space is missing something really important.

Mentioned in this episode:

New Book! Raising Body-Confident Kids

You want your kids to love their bodies. You're still trying to do both. My new book, Raising Body-Confident Kids, helps you do both. Releases Sept 1, 2026. Pre-order your copy here: https://www.raisingbodyconfidentkids.com/books

Matrescence, Stress, and the Truth About Early Parenthood with Dr. Debbie Raphael May 07, 2026

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When we become doctors, lawyers, or teachers, there are exams, certifications, and years of preparation. But when we become parents, we’re handed a newborn and sent home.

Dr. Debbie Raphael—a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist—became a mother at the same time she began her child psychiatry fellowship. That unusual overlap gave her a rare opportunity: she was learning the science of child development at the exact moment she was living it. Over time, she began journaling about that experience, eventually turning those reflections into her forthcoming book, Carry My Strength, which explores the emotional and psychological layers of parenting.

In this episode, Dr. Whitney and Dr. Raphael talk about the emotional realities of parenting—from the identity shifts that happen when we become parents to the ways our own childhood experiences shape how we raise our kids.

Potty Training Isn’t Just Behavioral: The Hidden Science of Kids’ Pelvic Health with Quiara Smith Apr 23, 2026

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Potty training can feel like one of the most stressful milestones in early parenting. There’s pressure from preschool deadlines, advice from every corner of the internet, and the nagging feeling that your child is the only one who hasn’t figured it out yet. But what if potty training struggles aren’t really about behavior at all?

In this episode, Dr. Whitney talks with Dr. Quiara Smith, a pediatric pelvic health occupational therapist and founder of Aloha Integrative Therapy, about the many biological, sensory, and developmental factors that influence toileting.

They discuss why constipation, sensory sensitivities, anxiety, and muscle coordination all play a role in toileting success (and why the “three-day potty training method” often misses the bigger picture).

If potty training has been a source of stress in your family, this episode offers a compassionate, evidence-based perspective on what might actually be going on inside your child’s body.

Weight, Muscle, Metabolism, and Moms: What We’re Getting Wrong About Health with Matthea Rentea Apr 09, 2026

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In this episode of the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney sits down with obesity medicine specialist Dr. Matthea Rentea to unpack the complicated, often controversial topic of weight, metabolism, and health.

They discuss why muscle and sleep play critical roles in metabolic health, and why many people struggle with food “noise.” They also talk openly about GLP-1 medications, diet culture, and how parents can model healthier relationships with food and bodies for their kids.

This honest conversation explores the science, psychology, and lived experience behind weight and health without shame or oversimplification.

Same Page Parenting: Communicating, Repairing, and Raising Kids Together with Martina Nova Mar 26, 2026

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Parenting can bring enormous joy but it can also put significant strain on relationships.

In this episode, Dr. Whitney sits down with registered clinical counselor Martina Nova, author of Same Page Parenting, to talk about one of the most common challenges couples face after having children: getting on the same page.

They discuss the invisible mental load that many parents (especially mothers!) carry, why conversations about parenting and division of labor often go sideways, and how couples can communicate more effectively when emotions run high.

The conversation also explores how family-of-origin experiences shape parenting decisions, how to repair conflict in front of kids in healthy ways, and why raising neurodivergent children can add additional layers of stress and complexity to relationships.

This episode offers practical tools and thoughtful insights for couples who want to parent as a team even when things feel messy.

Organizing for Real Life: Home Systems That Actually Work with MaryJo Monroe Mar 12, 2026

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In this episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney Casares sits down with professional organizer MaryJo Monroe, founder of ReSPACEd, to talk about realistic home organization strategies that actually work for busy families, especially those navigating ADHD, autism, and neurodiversity.

Together, they explore how organization can reduce overwhelm, save time, and support emotional regulation without creating more stress. From decluttering kids’ spaces to creating ADHD-friendly routines and realistic systems families can maintain, this episode offers practical tools for building homes that support real life — not perfection.

Learn more here.

Raising Kids Who Think Differently: Dyslexia, Identity, and Learning Outside the Box with Nancy Lasater Feb 26, 2026

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What happens when a child grows up feeling “different” without the language to understand why?

In this episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney Casares sits down with author Nancy Lasater to discuss her novel Farmer’s Son, a powerful story exploring dyslexia, identity, family dynamics, and the lifelong impact of being misunderstood as a child.

Together, they explore how learning differences shape confidence, why many neurodivergent kids come into their own on their own timeline, and how parents can shift from rigid expectations toward supporting who their child truly is. This episode is a thoughtful conversation about parenting outside the box, redefining success, and helping kids feel safe, seen, and supported.

The Invisible Labor of Being a Good Daughter with Allison Alford, PhD Feb 12, 2026

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What does it really mean to be a good daughter...and why does it feel so exhausting for so many women?

In this episode, Dr. Whitney Casares is joined by Dr. Allison Alford, communication scholar and author of Good Daughtering, to explore the invisible emotional labor daughters carry across generations. They unpack how caregiving, obligation, gender expectations, and the “sandwich generation” collide...and why redefining daughtering is essential for women’s mental health, identity, and self-preservation. This conversation is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to earn your worth by overextending yourself and that you’re already doing enough.

Big Kids, Bigger Feelings: Nervous Systems, Neurodiversity, and Why Regulation Comes First with Alyssa Campbell Jan 29, 2026

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In this episode of the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney Casares sits down with Alyssa Campbell, parenting educator, school consultant, and bestselling author of Big Kids, Bigger Feelings, to talk about why the elementary and middle school years can feel surprisingly hard for kids and parents.

They unpack what’s really going on beneath meltdowns, shutdowns, and “they’re old enough to know better” moments, including how nervous systems, sensory processing, and neurodivergence shape kids’ behavior. Alyssa shares powerful stories from her own family and from her work in schools, showing why regulation—not perfection—is the foundation for learning, connection, and emotional growth.

This conversation is a validating reminder that parenting isn’t about doing everything “right.” It’s about understanding the kid you actually have, meeting them where they are, and learning how to move through hard moments together.

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