Parenting Smart, Parenting Confident with Dr. Natasha Burgert | EP 172

About this episode

Kirsten Jones interviews Dr. Natasha Burgert about smart and confident parenting, sharing insights on modern parenting challenges and emotional well-being for children.

In this episode, Kirsten is joined by Dr. Natasha Burgert , a nationally recognized pediatrician who’s on a mission to help families parent smart and parent confident—long after the check-ups are over. With a blend of evidence-based medicine, real-life experience, and common-sense wisdom, Dr. Burgert shares practical insights on navigating modern parenting with clarity and calm. Dr. Burgert practices full-time in a suburban pediatric office in Overland Park, Kansas, all while raising two kids of her own. She’s also a spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics, a trusted voice in the media, and a collaborator with brands and leaders committed to improving kids’ health. We also discuss her upcoming book, Managing Childhood Anxiety (For Dummies) , and how parents can better support their children’s emotional well-being in everyday life. This conversation is a must-listen for parents, coaches, and caregivers who want to feel more confident in the choices they make for kids—every single day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

People in this episode

Host: Kirsten

Guest: Dr Natasha Burgert

Topics covered

• parenting
• child health
• emotional well-being

Keywords

• pediatrician
• anxiety
• parenting advice

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Managing Childhood Anxiety (For Dummies)

Books & works: Parenting Smart, Parenting Confident, Managing Childhood Anxiety (For Dummies

Places: Overland Park, Kansas

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