Episodes 104
Avg. Duration 19m
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Since Feb 2023
Latest Episode Jul 2025

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About This Podcast

Are there days you feel you’ve had it with the sleepless nights, the temper tantrums, the constant fatigue of trying to keep up with an active baby? 

Does it feel like you’re always working so hard as a parent, trying to do everything for your kids and family, and yet it never feels enough? 

We get it. You love your child more than anything, and yet parenting is also exhausting and challenging. Especially when you’re bombarded with criticism and pressure to be the perfect parent (which, spoiler alert, does not exist!). 

But what if you had experts who understand exactly what you’re going through help you navigate the everyday challenges of parenting your baby, toddler, or preschooler? What if they help you use scientific research to your advantage, so you become the calmer, happier, and more empowered parent you’ve always wanted to be? 

That's why we created "Discerning Parenting," the podcast that helps you cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters in your parenting journey. 

Join Dr. Victoria Ang-Nolasco, developmental and behavioral pediatrician, positive parenting coach, author, speaker, and mom, as she and our guest experts tackle your most pressing parenting concerns. 

From toddler discipline to helping kids learn to talk or to read, from starting solids and potty training to promoting social and emotional development, this podcast is jam-packed with valuable insights and practical tips specifically tailored for parents of kids age 5 and below. So join us and discover how you can use the combined power of science, knowing your child, and your own intuition in making the best parenting decisions for you and your family. 

Head over to discerningparenting.com and get our FREE parenting resource library too!

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103 - Beyond “Just Make Them Eat”: 3 Myths and 4 Hidden Issues Behind Feeding Struggles With Dr. Kaye Napalinga

Jul 01, 2025 27m

If you're a parent struggling to get your child to eat a "proper" meal, have you ever been told, "Just make them eat!"? Or, "Just starve them and they'll eat anything!"?In this episode, Dr. Kaye…

102 - Picky Eating or Normal Toddler Food Refusal? What Parents Can Do - with Dr. Paula Martinez-Mallari

May 27, 2025 23m

👩‍⚕️ Guest: Dr. Paula Martinez-Mallari, pediatrician and gut health specialist, and mom of four!🍼 Description: Is your child refusing food, only eating white-colored meals, or taking forever to…

101 - Weaning and Starting Solids, Pressure-Free: Tips from a Pediatrician and Gut Health Specialist - with Dr. Paula Martinez-Mallari

Apr 29, 2025 24m

Are you starting solids with your baby and feeling overwhelmed by all the advice? You’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Paula Martinez-Mallari, a pediatric gastroenterologist (gut health and…

100 - Parenting Boundaries That Work (Even When Others Judge You) - with Dr. Pauline Camposano-Marquez

Apr 22, 2025 17m

Are you second-guessing your parenting style—wondering if you're being too strict or too lenient? Does it feel like whatever you do, there's bound to be someone telling you you're doing it wrong?…

099 - Sibling Conflicts: Step In, or Let Them Work It Out? - with Dr. Pauline Camposano-Marquez

Mar 11, 2025 15m

Many parents feel like they’re constantly playing referee between their kids. Sibling squabbles can be exhausting, and the guilt of not knowing whether to step in or let them work it out can be…

098 - Digital Dementia: Can Excessive Screen Time Affect Memory, Focus, and Brain Health? with Dr. Paul Filomeno

Feb 25, 2025 12m

Is too much screen time affecting our brains? In this episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Paul Filomeno, an addiction and recovery medicine specialist, pediatrician, and…

097 - Is it Social Media Addiction? with Addiction Medicine Specialist Dr. Paul Filomeno

Feb 18, 2025 15m

Are you worried that your child may be addicted to social media? You’re not alone! Social media is designed to keep users hooked, and kids are especially vulnerable. In this episode of the Discerning…

096 - How Much is Too Much? Signs of Screen Time Overuse in Kids

Feb 11, 2025 11m

Are you worried about your child’s screen time? How much is too much? In this episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast, we’re joined by addiction medicine specialist and pediatrician Dr. Paul…

095 - Screen Time Battles? Toddler-Friendly Transition Tips to Try with Dr. Paul Filomeno

Feb 04, 2025 10m

Struggling with screen time battles? In this episode, Dr. Paul Filomeno, the first pediatrician in the Philippines locally trained in addiction and recovery medicine, shares why screens are so…

094 - My Three-Year-Old Can't Read: Is This Normal or Should I Be Worried? with Teacher Tasha Mendoza

Jan 28, 2025 13m

In this episode, Dr. Victoria Ang-Nolasco and Teacher Tasha Mendoza tackle a common concern for parents: What if my child isn’t reading by age three? (Or age four or five?) They discuss the undue…

093 - The #1 Thing You Must Do Before Teaching Your Child to Read with Teacher Tasha Mendoza

Jan 21, 2025 19m

In this episode, Dr. Victoria Ang Nolasco and teacher Tasha Mendoza tackle one of the most common parenting questions: How do I start teaching my child to read? Discover: why readiness is the key to…

092 - Preschooler Refuses Reading and Writing Tasks? Do This First with Teacher Tasha Mendoza

Dec 17, 2024 10m

In this episode of the Discerning Parenting Podcast, Dr. Victoria and Teacher Tasha Mendoza address a common worry for parents: “What if my preschooler doesn’t like reading or writing?” They explore…

091 - Learning by Heart: Teach Your Child to Read, Stress-Free with Teacher Tasha Mendoza

Nov 05, 2024 23m

In this episode of The Discerning Parenting Podcast, Dr. Victoria Ang Nolasco is joined by special guest and co-author, Teacher Tasha Reyes Mendoza, to discuss their new book, Learning by Heart:…

090 - Navigating Cultural Differences in Parenting with Dr. James Grubman

Oct 08, 2024 32m

Many parents may feel caught between cultures at some point. It may be with previous generations such as parenting conflicts with your own parents or in-laws. Or feeling caught between the…

089 - Parenting the Next Generation in Family Business with Dr. James Grubman

Oct 01, 2024 29m

If you have worries like..."My kids didn't struggle the way I struggled growing up. Won't they be spoiled?""Will my child have what it takes to handle future challenges?"...this episode is for you.In…

088 - What If We Should Stop Teaching Our Kids To Do This?

Sep 10, 2024 14m Transcript

In this episode, we explore a common piece of advice that many of us grew up hearing—a lesson we were told was essential for our success. It’s something we've likely been encouraged to teach our…

087 - When Frustrated or Overwhelmed, Ask This Question

Sep 03, 2024 11m Transcript

In this episode, we dive into the everyday pressures that can make us feel overwhelmed, stressed, and stretched too thin. Whether it's a mounting workload, ongoing demands, or a disagreement at work…

086 - Talking with Your Child's Teacher with Roxanne Sevilla

Aug 27, 2024 23m Transcript

Do you find it challenging to communicate with your child's teacher, especially when it comes to sensitive matters or disagreements? You're not alone! In this episode, we demystify those crucial…

085 - What Your Preschool Child Needs to Know for Nursery and Kindergarten with Roxanne Sevilla

Aug 20, 2024 24m Transcript

Is your little one ready to take that big leap into nursery or kindergarten? In this episode, we break down the essential steps to ensure your child is prepared for this exciting new chapter. We…

084 - Helping Your Child Get Along with Other Kids in School with Roxanne Sevilla

Aug 13, 2024 33m Transcript

In today's episode, we dive into a topic that concerns many parents: helping children navigate social interactions at school. While some kids naturally make friends easily, others may find it more…

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Discerning Parenting has published 104 episodes since February 2023, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.

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Discerning Parenting is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 19m.

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