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Why Do We Get Rashes? Lessons from Diaper Rash

July 22, 2026

Why do kids get so many rashes? One of the best ways to understand skin is by starting with one of the most common childhood problems: diaper rash!  Discover how the science of skin can help keep your whole family's skin healthy. The simple principles of healthy skin apply to babies, kids, teens, and adults alike.  Learn how the skin barrier protects us, the surprising ways we accidentally damage it, and what different rashes reveal about the immune system.  Whethe...

Why Your Child Won’t Go to Sleep

July 08, 2026

Is bedtime the hardest part of your day? If every night feels like a negotiation, your child may have what pediatricians call Behavioral Insomnia of Childhood - one of the most common sleep problems that most parents have never heard of.  In this episode, Dr. Wendy explains why some children can't fall asleep without a parent in the room, while others seem determined to delay bedtime at all costs. You'll learn the simple science behind why consistency works, why bedt...

Why Fathers Matter: The Remarkable Ways Dads Shape Their Children

June 24, 2026

Does your son sneeze just like his dad? Fathers matter in ways we never imagined!  Discover the fascinating science of fatherhood, from the latest research on epigenetics showing that dads may pass along more than just DNA, to decades of developmental psychology demonstrating how fathers shape their children's confidence, curiosity, emotional health, and resilience.  Whether you're a father, a mother, a grandparent, this episode will leave you with a new appreciation for the extraordinary r...