Discerning Parenting
Are there days you feel you’ve had it with the sleepless nights, the temper tantrums, the constant fatigue of trying to keep up with an active baby?
Does it feel like you’re always working so hard as a parent, trying to do everything for your kids and family, and yet it never feels enough?
We get it. You love your child more than anything, and yet parenting is also exhausting and challenging. Especially when you’re bombarded with criticism and pressure to be the perfect parent (which, spoiler alert, does not exist!).
But what if you had experts who understand exactly what you’re going through help you navigate the everyday challenges of parenting your baby, toddler, or preschooler? What if they help you use scientific research to your advantage, so you become the calmer, happier, and more empowered parent you’ve always wanted to be?
That's why we created "Discerning Parenting," the podcast that helps you cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters in your parenting journey.
Join Dr. Victoria Ang-Nolasco, developmental and behavioral pediatrician, positive parenting coach, author, speaker, and mom, as she and our guest experts tackle your most pressing parenting concerns.
From toddler discipline to helping kids learn to talk or to read, from starting solids and potty training to promoting social and emotional development, this podcast is jam-packed with valuable insights and practical tips specifically tailored for parents of kids age 5 and below. So join us and discover how you can use the combined power of science, knowing your child, and your own intuition in making the best parenting decisions for you and your family.
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Discerning Parenting
097 - Is it Social Media Addiction? with Addiction Medicine Specialist Dr. Paul Filomeno
Are you worried that your child may be addicted to social media? You’re not alone! Social media is designed to keep users hooked, and kids are especially vulnerable.
In this episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Paul Filomeno, an addiction medicine specialist, pediatrician, and dad. He shares research-backed insights on social media addiction in kids, red flags to watch for, and practical strategies to help children develop healthier online habits.
This podcast is for informational purposes only and is NOT meant to replace medical advice. When in doubt, consult a licensed practitioner.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Is social media really addictive? Understanding how platforms manipulate dopamine and attention.
✅ Red flags of social media addiction: Signs that go beyond just spending too much time online.
✅ How social media affects kids' mental health: The link between early exposure, anxiety, and depression.
✅ Setting healthy boundaries: Why restriction isn’t the answer, but regulation and co-journeying are.
✅ Modeling healthy habits as a parent: How your own screen time impacts your child.
✅ When to seek professional help: Understanding when social media use becomes a deeper issue.
Resources & Links:
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