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  • All in Your Head? POTS and the Diagnosis Doctors Miss

    All in Your Head? POTS and the Diagnosis Doctors Miss
    Feb 18 2026
    Dizziness, fatigue, brain fog, and a racing heart are often brushed off as anxiety or stress. But sometimes there’s a real reason behind these symptoms: Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Dr. Wendy talks with pediatric autonomic specialist Dr. Jeff Boris about POTS, an often-missed nervous system condition. We explain what POTS looks like, how it’s diagnosed, why it can show up after viral infections like COVID, and treatments that help kids feel better. Find Jeffrey Boris, MD and learn more about POTS Download the POTS Exercise program at dysautonomiainternational.org Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 Min.
  • Why is the Flu so Dangerous? Can you Really Die from Influenza?!

    Why is the Flu so Dangerous? Can you Really Die from Influenza?!
    Feb 11 2026
    What is influenza? Is it really that bad? Yup, doctors take the flu seriously because an overactive immune response can make people really ill from the virus! Does the vaccine help or make you sick? Listen for Dr. Wendy's insider tips about what helps once your child has the flu, what doesn’t, and when it’s time to worry. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 Min.
  • The Real Reason to Care About Special Education

    The Real Reason to Care About Special Education
    Feb 4 2026
    Does special education make a difference and what’s at risk right now? From IEPs and 504 plans to chronic underfunding and growing legal challenges, millions of students rely on this system—but few understand. Education researcher Kimber Wilkerson explains how special education has expanded access to schooling over the past 50 years, and why it remains underfunded. We also explore what it would mean for students if protections like Section 504 were weakened—and how shortages of special education teachers are already straining the system from the inside. Special education isn’t perfect—and we don’t fully know how much it changes outcomes—but what happens if we lose it anyway? Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 Min.
  • Why Does My Child’s Stomach Always Hurt? The Gut–Brain Cause—and What Helps

    Why Does My Child’s Stomach Always Hurt? The Gut–Brain Cause—and What Helps
    Jan 28 2026
    Your child’s stomach hurts every day. You’ve tried diet changes. You’ve done the tests. Everything comes back normal—and the pain is still there! Discover the new science of Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction; why food gets blamed when it isn’t the cause, and how the nervous system can cause digestive symptoms. Hear about the surprising treatment that helps many kids feel better. If you’ve ever felt stuck, dismissed, or desperate for answers about your child’s stomach pain, this episode offers clarity, hope, and a new way forward. Find Dr. Ali Navidi at GIPsychology.com Shop for Begin Health Growing Up Prebiotics with 25% off first subscription. Use code DOCTORWENDY25 Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 Min.
  • Are Youth Sports Pushing Kids Too Hard?

    Are Youth Sports Pushing Kids Too Hard?
    Jan 21 2026
    Can a 14-year-old have a “career-ending” injury? Can an ACL tear affect a child for decades? Youth sports culture rarely talks about the long-term cost. Why are serious sports injuries—especially knee injuries like ACL tears—becoming more common in kids and teens? Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Matt Tao breaks down what’s really driving these injuries: early specialization, overuse, playing through pain, and rushing recovery. Most importantly, this episode shifts the focus from getting kids back in the game to protecting their long-term health—so they can grow into adults who still love movement, activity, and sports. If you’re a parent of a young athlete, this is a must-listen before the next season starts. Find a National Strength and Conditioning Association certified coach. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 Min.
  • Vaccines: Now What? Answers to the Biggest Questions (Encore)

    Vaccines: Now What? Answers to the Biggest Questions (Encore)
    Jan 14 2026
    Have updates to the vaccine schedule made you pause? In this encore episode, pediatrician Wendy Hunter, MD addresses vaccine hesitancy, answering the same questions she hears every day in the exam room. Why are vaccines given when they are? Are they safe? What happens when families delay or skip them? Listen if you want to feel confident about protecting your kids. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 Min.
  • What We Got Wrong about Kids’ Health in 2025

    What We Got Wrong about Kids’ Health in 2025
    Jan 7 2026
    Are kids really sicker than before? Are screens hurting our kids more than we realize? And did we miss something important about anxiety, vaccines, or environmental exposures in 2025? Episode 147 looks back at the biggest children’s health headlines of the year—and explains what we got wrong, what the science clarified, and what truly matters going forward. If you’ve felt overwhelmed by headlines or worried you might be missing something important, this episode is your calm, evidence-based reset for the new year. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 Min.
  • Ep. 146: Can Kids Balance Peer Pressure with Their Values?

    Ep. 146: Can Kids Balance Peer Pressure with Their Values?
    Dec 17 2025
    Is your child nice when you’re not watching? Kids make social choices every day without adults around. Family therapist Dr. Erika Bockneck (host of Raising Souls: A Convo Podcast) explores how kids learn social cues, internalize family values, and balance fitting in with staying true to themselves—so they can make good choices on their own. Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here. Find products from the show on the shop page. *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases. More from The Pediatrician Next Door: Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75 TikTok: @drwendyhunter LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast IG: @reddrockmusic www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 Min.