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Are We Overcomplicating Parenting? Tantrums, Screen Time & Boundaries with Pediatrician Dr. Ari Brown

July 29, 2026

Host Dr. Rupa Wong sits down with board-certified pediatrician Dr. Ari Brown, bestselling author of Expecting 411, Baby 411, and Toddler 411, to cut through the noise of modern parenting. They discuss why effective parenting is not about choosing the perfect parenting style, but about holding clear boundaries, validating emotions, and allowing children to experience natural consequences. From what to do during a toddler tantrum to raising digital natives, protecting unstructured play, and avo...

The Working Mom's Guide to Summer (Without the Guilt)

July 22, 2026

Trying to work while your kids are home for summer can feel impossible. Your schedule is fractured, childcare is imperfect, the house is louder, and every time you finally start focusing, someone needs a snack, a ride, or help finding the sunscreen. Meanwhile, you want your kids to have a real summer. You want to be present. And you would love to stop feeling guilty about the work, the screen time, and everything you are not getting done. If you are a working mom trying to balance summer br...

The Hidden Toxins in Your Kids’ Clothes & Simple Swaps That Matter | Steffi Schmidt

July 15, 2026

Have you ever checked the label on your child’s clothing? Most parents pay close attention to food, water, and screen time – but few think about the chemicals that may be hiding in their kids’ clothes. In this episode of In Focus, Dr. Rupa Wong sits down with attorney-turned-entrepreneur Steffi Schmidt to discuss non-toxic children’s clothing, hidden chemicals in textiles, greenwashing, and the simple clothing swaps that can help parents make more informed choices without feeling overwhel...