The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast

Does becoming a mom have to mean giving up your ambition? Dr. Anne Welsh — psychologist, Fair Play facilitator, and author of Ambitious Mother: From Surviving to Thriving in Your Career and at Home — joins Dr. Whitney Casares to make the case that motherhood doesn't kill ambition, it clarifies it.Learn more.Mentioned in this episode:New Book! Raising Body-Confident KidsYou 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

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my journey from aspiring writer to published author (five books now!) to sought-after media expert...and sharing the real financial and strategic lessons I've learned along the way.I break down how my early blog posts for Modern Mommy Doc evolved into my first two books, The Newborn Baby Blueprint and The Working Mom Blueprint, which I wrote as a package deal with the American Academy of Pediatrics. I get candid about book advances (spoiler: they're a lot smaller than people assume), the value — and limits — of publisher-funded PR, and why saying yes to every media request early on wasn't necessarily the growth strategy I once thought it was.I also talk about the turning point with my book Doing It All, when I started funding my own publicity and became far more selective about which opportunities were actually worth my time. I share the exact litmus test I now use to decide which podcasts, articles, or interviews to say yes to. I'm also sharing how that shift led to bigger opportunities finding me, including NPR, KQED, and The New York Times.In this episode, I cover:What book advances actually look like for most authors (and why the book itself isn't where the money is)The pros and cons of publisher-paid vs. self-funded PRWhy chasing every media mention isn't the same as building thought leadershipThe two-question litmus test I now use to decide which opportunities to pursueHow narrowing my focus led to bigger, more aligned press opportunities finding meMentioned in this episode:New Book! Raising Body-Confident KidsYou 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

In this episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney sits down with Kishshana Palmer, speaker, coach, and author of Busy Is a Four-Letter Word: A Guide to Achieving More by Doing Less. Together, they dive into what happens when moms finally decide to step off the hamster wheel of over-functioning and start living with more intention, joy, and rest.You’ll hear:💡 Why busyness has become the new badge of honor and how it’s isolating us🧘🏾‍♀️ Kishshana’s Five-Star Wellness Plan to help you identify where you’re out of alignment (physical, emotional, spiritual, financial, and community)💤 The real reason moms struggle with sleep and how Kishshana created bedtime rituals that actually work🗓️ How to use time-blocking and “buffer blocks” to reclaim your schedule and your sanity🚫 Why multitasking doesn’t make you more productive and how to practice doing less so you can achieve more💬 Real talk about canceling plans with integrity, managing guilt, and redefining success beyond everyone else’s expectationsThis conversation is honest, empowering, and packed with practical strategies for any mom who’s ever thought, “If I slow down, everything will fall apart.” Spoiler: it won’t( and Kishshana shows you exactly why).-----Whitney and Jordyn also share personal stories, expert insight, and practical tools to help parents replace pressure with presence at mealtimes — and raise confident, curious eaters for life.-----Our kids are growing up surrounded by misinformation about health, beauty, and worth. My new book, My One-of-a-Kind Body, helps kids ages 7–12 understand how their bodies work, what real health means, and how to build body confidence grounded in science — not social media. It features kids of all races, sizes, abilities, and family backgrounds, so every child feels seen and respected.GRAB YOUR COPY

In this episode of the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney is joined by Kahlila Robinson and Sarah Gertzenzang, co-authors of The Self-Regulation Workbook for Children Ages 5–8. Together, they dive into the critical role self-regulation plays in kids’ emotional well-being—and how parents can support it at home.Dr. Robinson and Sarah share why they created a resource that’s accessible, practical, and ready-to-use—a workbook parents can read one night and apply the next morning. They explain why self-regulation isn’t just about what kids learn at school, but about what’s modeled at home—and how parents’ ability to stay calm and reflect directly shapes their children’s resilience.You’ll hear:Why social-emotional learning in schools is important—but not enough on its own.The crucial role of parent self-regulation in helping kids develop healthy coping skills.A refreshing reminder that parents don’t need to be perfect—just consistent about 60% of the time.How to find middle ground between strict, rigid parenting and letting emotions run wild.Evidence-based strategies distilled into approachable exercises for both kids and parents.Dr. Robinson and Sarah also share their philosophy: parenting isn’t about outsourcing regulation to schools or therapists. It’s about connection, repair, and reflection at home—and giving ourselves grace along the way.______Our kids are growing up surrounded by misinformation about health, beauty, and worth. My new book, My One-of-a-Kind Body, helps kids ages 7–12 understand how their bodies work, what real health means, and how to build body confidence grounded in science — not social media. It features kids of all races, sizes, abilities, and family backgrounds, so every child feels seen and respected.GRAB YOUR COPY

In this episode of the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney reconnects with longtime friend and colleague Dr. Ann-Ming Yeh—Stanford-trained pediatric gastroenterologist, integrative medicine specialist, and author of Constipation Conquered: A Holistic Guide to Your Child’s Constipation.Together, they tackle a surprisingly common (and often frustrating) parenting challenge: constipation in kids. Dr. Yeh shares why she wrote her new book, how she blends evidence-based medicine with integrative approaches, and what parents can realistically do to help their kids—from picky toddlers to neurodivergent kids with unique needs.This conversation is practical, reassuring, and yes—sometimes even funny. It’s a reminder that while poop may not be a glamorous parenting topic, helping kids feel comfortable, confident, and healthy in their bodies is always worth it.______Our kids are growing up surrounded by misinformation about health, beauty, and worth. My new book, My One-of-a-Kind Body, helps kids ages 7–12 understand how their bodies work, what real health means, and how to build body confidence grounded in science — not social media. It features kids of all races, sizes, abilities, and family backgrounds, so every child feels seen and respected.GRAB YOUR COPY

In this episode of the Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney sits down with Miyaeva Renae—full-time creator, business owner, and intentional mom—to talk about the real side of new motherhood.Miyaeva opens up about the anxiety and overwhelm she faced after having her son, Stetson, and the rituals that helped her navigate postpartum life with more calm and self-compassion. From calling on her mom and her village for support to learning the importance of asking her fiancé for breaks, she shares how she learned to prioritize her own mental health while caring for her baby.You’ll also hear:How social media both fuels perfectionism and provides unexpected mom-to-mom support.Why ASMR and organization videos became part of her “calm the chaos” toolkit.Her honest take on breastfeeding, weaning, and the bittersweet milestones of a first year.The behind-the-scenes of life as a creator—and why she’s shifting from picture-perfect posts to more authentic, supportive content for moms.The story behind her new clothing line, Every September, created to fill the gap for boy moms who want neutral, stylish mommy-and-me outfits.This conversation is equal parts refreshing and relatable—a reminder that no mom has it all together, and that sometimes the best gift we can give ourselves is permission to be real.✨ Connect with Miyaeva:TikTok & YouTube: @miyaevrenaeInstagram: @miyaevaClothing Line: everyseptember.co______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.