Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica Hochman

Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica Hochman

Jessica Hochman, MD, Board Certified Pediatrician

Episodes 242
Avg. Duration 34m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (226)
Since Oct 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Welcome to Your Child Is Normal, the podcast that educates and reassures parents about childhood behaviors, health concerns, and development.  Hosted by Dr Jessica Hochman, a pediatrician and mom of three, this podcast covers a wide range of topics--from medical issues to emotional and social challenges--helping parents feel informed and confident.  By providing expert insights and practical advice, Your Child Is Normal empowers parents to spend less time worrying and more time connecting with their children. 

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S1E238 Ep 238: Your Child Doesn't Need to Read Early: What Really Matters for Literacy, with Ruth Rothfeld-Hochman SLP (my Mother-in-Law)

Jun 08, 2026 38m Transcript

Send us Fan MailMany parents worry about reading: Is my child reading early enough? What if my child doesn't like books?In this episode of Your Child Is Normal, Dr. Jessica sits down with a very…

S1E237 Ep 237: What teens and tweens actually need for healthy skin? Dr Angela Casey, Dermatologist explains.

Jun 01, 2026 43m

Send us Fan MailSkincare has become a major part of teen and tween culture. From Sephora shopping trips to elaborate nighttime routines, many kids are using more skincare products than ever before.…

S1E236 Ep 236: Navigating Food Allergies and Early Introduction with allergist Dr Akansha Ganju

May 25, 2026 41m Transcript

Send us Fan MailFood allergies can feel incredibly overwhelming for parents — especially during infancy when introducing new foods for the first time. What does a true allergic reaction actually look…

S1E235 Ep 235: Parenting Through Anxiety: Practical Advice from Lynn Lyons (Replay)

May 18, 2026 45m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this replay of episodes 31 and 32 of Your Child Is Normal, anxiety expert and psychotherapist Lynn Lyons shares practical, reassuring advice for parents raising anxious kids.The…

S1E234 Ep 234: Can we teach our children to be resilient and develop a high self-esteem? with Dr Joan Rosenberg

May 11, 2026 53m

Send us Fan MailWhat helps children become resilient? How do we raise kids with genuine confidence and self-esteem—while also helping them navigate disappointment, frustration, and uncomfortable…

S1E233 Ep 233: Why Routines Matter (Without Being Rigid) — with Jessica Irwin, (Rooted in Routine)

May 04, 2026 35m Transcript

Send us Fan MailParents hear it all the time: kids need routine. But what does that actually mean—and how do you make it work in real life without becoming overly rigid?In this episode, we are joined…

S1E232 Ep 232: Motor Milestones Without Panic: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and When to Get Help w/ Daniella Brown

Apr 27, 2026 42m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWhen it comes to babies and movement, parents often ask: Is my child developing normally? Should I be worried? And when is it time to get help?In this episode of Your Child Is Normal,…

S1E231 Ep 231: Pumping 101: How to Make It Easier (and Less Overwhelming), with Tamari Jacob, One With The Pump

Apr 20, 2026 47m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Your Child Is Normal, Dr. Jessica Hochman sits down with pumping expert Tamari to break down everything parents need to know about pumping—from when to start, how…

S1E230 Ep 230: Sleep, Babies, and Sanity: What Parents Need to Know, with Chrissy Lawler, The Peaceful Sleeper

Apr 13, 2026 48m Transcript

Send us Fan MailSleep is one of the most common—and stressful—concerns for parents, especially in the first year of life.In this episode of Your Child Is Normal, Dr. Jessica Hochman sits down with…

S1E229 Ep 229: The Benefits—and Risks—of Labels in Kids, with Pediatrician William Wilkoff MD

Apr 06, 2026 33m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWhy do parents feel so relieved when their child gets a diagnosis?And when can that same label do more harm than good?In this episode of Your Child Is Normal, Dr. Jessica Hochman…

S1E228 Ep 228: Are We Over-Pathologizing Normal Boy Behavior? with Dr Michael Milobsky

Mar 30, 2026 26m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn part two of my conversation with Dr. Michael Milobsky, we talk about boys — and why so much normal boy behavior is increasingly being labeled as a problem. We discuss redshirting,…

S1E226 Ep 226: Raising Kids Without the Pressure: Feeding, Milestones, and Language Development with Jordan Koveleski Gorman

Mar 24, 2026 36m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Jessica Hochman speaks with Jordan Koveleski Gorman, pediatric speech pathologist, feeding specialist, and founder of Eat Play Say, a platform that helps millions…

S1E227 Ep 227: Parenting Without Panic: Why Your Kids Will Be Fine, with Dr Michael Milobsky

Mar 23, 2026 34m Transcript

Send us Fan MailWhy do so many parents feel overwhelmed right now? In this conversation, I talk with pediatrician Dr. Michael Milobsky about why modern parenting feels so anxiety-provoking — from…

S1E225 Ep 225: Wisdom from a Pediatrician with 40 Years of Experience, with Dr. Stan Block

Mar 16, 2026 42m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Your Child Is Normal, Dr. Jessica Hochman talks with Dr. Stan Block, a pediatrician who spent more than four decades caring for children and is the author of…

S1E224 Ep 224: Kids Need Independence: The Science of Play & Risk — Dr. Peter Gray

Mar 02, 2026 31m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this two-part conversation, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Hochman talks with psychologist and play researcher Dr. Peter Gray about what kids actually need to grow into healthy, capable,…

S1E223 Ep 223: Why School Is Stressing Kids Out (and What Parents Can Do) — Dr. Peter Gray

Feb 23, 2026 32m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this two-part conversation, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Hochman talks with psychologist and play researcher Dr. Peter Gray about what kids actually need to grow into healthy, capable,…

S1E222 Ep 222: Understanding Motor Milestones & Development, insights from Allison Mell, Pediatric PT

Feb 16, 2026 38m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Your Child Is Normal, I’m joined by pediatric physical therapist Allison Mell, founder of Tots on Target. We talk about baby motor development in a way that’s both…

S1E221 Ep 221: Navigating Childhood Tics and Tourette Syndrome: Expert Insights with Dr. Greenberg

Feb 09, 2026 43m Transcript

Send us Fan MailNavigating Childhood Tics and Tourette Syndrome: Expert Insights with Dr. GreenbergIn this  episode, we sit down with Dr. Greenberg, director of the pediatric psychiatry OCD and Tic…

S1E220 Ep 220: Understanding Pediatric Migraines with Dr. Amy Gelfand

Feb 02, 2026 36m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Amy Gelfand, a child neurologist specializing in pediatric headaches, discusses the complexities and treatment of migraines in children. Gelfand explains the…

S1E219 Ep 219: Technology is here to stay, so how do we teach our kids to make better choices? with Aniko Hill, cofounder of DopaMind

Jan 26, 2026 51m Transcript

Send us Fan MailIn a podcast discussion, Aniko Hill, shares her insights into limiting technology use for children.  Aniko co-founded DopaMind, a nonprofit aimed at educating kids and parents about…

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Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica Hochman has published 242 episodes since October 2021, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.

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Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica Hochman is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 34m.

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