The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast

Your Kid’s Body Confidence Starts with You

In this special solo episode, Dr. Whitney gives a heartfelt preview of her upcoming children’s book, My One-of-a-Kind Body: The Ultimate Guide to Caring for Me (out October 20). Designed for kids ages 7–12, the book helps children build body confidence, body literacy, and lifelong wellness habits—without shame.But this episode isn’t just for kids. Whitney reads the powerful letter to parents from the beginning of the book, offering an honest reflection on what it really takes to raise body-confident kids in today’s image-obsessed world. She breaks down:Why so many parents (even pediatricians!) struggle with their own body imageHow diet culture shows up in parenting—often without us realizing itThe toxic beauty ideals our kids face on social media and beyondWhat kids really need to hear about health, weight, and self-worthHow we can model body confidence—while unlearning harmful messaging ourselvesPlus: Dr. Whitney shares how to grab a FREE bonus mini-course when you pre-order the book.👉 Pre-order now + get your freebie at www.raisingbodyconfidentkids.com/booksThis episode is brought to you by Suvie: If dinnertime is your daily chaos hour, I’ve got something game-changing.It’s called Suvie. It’s a smart countertop appliance and meal delivery service that makes effortless home-cooked meals. And here’s the coolest part - The Suvie Kitchen Robot that refrigerates your food all day, then cooks it automatically—roasting, slow cooking, even air frying—so dinner’s ready exactly when you need it.I use it because I don’t have time to meal prep every Sunday. I need something that works with my actual schedule. Suvie does.You can load it in the morning, set it, and forget it. No stress. No last-minute drive-thru.Suvie makes dinner one less thing to worry about.Check it out at suvie.com/modernmommy and get 16 free meals with this link.

Real Talk About Kids' Sleep (and Why One-Size-Fits All Sleep Advice Doesn't Work)

In this eye-opening episode of the Modern Mommy Doc podcast, Dr. Whitney sits down with child sleep experts Dr. Andrea Roth and Dr. Allison Shale—two clinical psychologists and co-authors of The Essential Guide to Children’s Sleep: A Tired Caregiver’s Workbook for Every Age and Stage. Together, they break down the myths, shame, and unrealistic expectations that surround sleep training and offer compassionate, evidence-based advice that actually meets parents where they are.This episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself, throw out the cookie-cutter advice, and start working with your child’s unique temperament, challenges, and developmental stage—whether that means defiant toddlers, anxious middle-schoolers, or non-sleeping newborns.This episode is brought to you by Suvie: If dinnertime is your daily chaos hour, I’ve got something game-changing.It’s called Suvie. It’s a smart countertop appliance and meal delivery service that makes effortless home-cooked meals. And here’s the coolest part - The Suvie Kitchen Robot that refrigerates your food all day, then cooks it automatically—roasting, slow cooking, even air frying—so dinner’s ready exactly when you need it.I use it because I don’t have time to meal prep every Sunday. I need something that works with my actual schedule. Suvie does.You can load it in the morning, set it, and forget it. No stress. No last-minute drive-thru.Suvie makes dinner one less thing to worry about.Check it out at suvie.com/modernmommy and get 16 free meals with this link. Mentioned in this episode:Hey Moms! Hey moms! If dinnertime is your daily chaos hour, I’ve got something game-changing. It’s called Suvie. It’s a smart countertop appliance and meal delivery service that makes effortless home-cooked meals. And here’s the coolest part - The Suvie Kitchen Robot that refrigerates your food all day, then cooks it automatically—roasting, slow cooking, even air frying—so dinner’s ready exactly when you need it. I use it because I don’t have time to meal prep every Sunday. I need something that works with my actual schedule. Suvie does. You can load it in the morning, set it, and forget it. No stress. No last-minute drive-thru. Suvie makes dinner one less thing to worry about. Check it out at suvie.com/modernmommy and get 16 free meals with this link.

Escaping Your Near-Life Experience with Author Karen Salmansohn

Are you living your actual life or just scrolling, swiping, and going through the motions? In this inspiring and energizing episode, Dr. Whitney chats with bestselling author and behavior change expert Karen Salmansohn about what it means to escape a “near-life experience” and truly start living with joy and intention.Karen’s book, Your to Die For Life: How to Maximize Joy and Minimize Regret Before Your Time Runs Out, flips the script on how we think about mortality. Her goal is not to scare us, but to wake us up. Together, Whitney and Karen explore what it looks like to live according to your values, how to write your own (aspirational!) eulogy, and why identity-based habits can help moms stay grounded in what matters most—even when life feels chaotic.This episode is brought to you by Suvie: If dinnertime is your daily chaos hour, I’ve got something game-changing.It’s called Suvie. It’s a smart countertop appliance and meal delivery service that makes effortless home-cooked meals. And here’s the coolest part - The Suvie Kitchen Robot that refrigerates your food all day, then cooks it automatically—roasting, slow cooking, even air frying—so dinner’s ready exactly when you need it.I use it because I don’t have time to meal prep every Sunday. I need something that works with my actual schedule. Suvie does.You can load it in the morning, set it, and forget it. No stress. No last-minute drive-thru.Suvie makes dinner one less thing to worry about.Check it out at suvie.com/modernmommy and get 16 free meals with this link.

When Did I Stop Listening to Myself? How to Trust Your Gut Again

You know that moment when you find yourself scrolling late at night, looking for parenting advice you already know deep down? That’s what we’re talking about today: why so many of us have lost touch with our own gut as moms, and how we can get it back. In this honest, no-fluff episode, Dr. Whitney breaks down how information overload, social pressure, and fear have drowned out our inner voice—and how to rebuild trust in your own knowing. You’ll leave this episode with a deep breath, a little more clarity, and a reminder that you’re allowed to be the expert on your child.See the full show notes here.

Why Can't We Be Normal? Shame and Vulnerability in Modern Motherhood

“Why can’t I just be normal?” It’s the question that plays on loop in the minds of so many moms—especially when life feels chaotic, your kids are acting out, and every other parent seems to have it all together. In this raw and research-backed episode, Dr. Whitney unpacks the hidden shame driving that question and why vulnerability—not perfection—is the real superpower of motherhood. She shares personal stories, science-backed takeaways, and five ways to challenge shame and redefine “normal” for your family, on your terms.For full show notes, go here.