Episode 50 - Prepping for Back-to-School with Dr. Santi Tanikella

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the I AM Well MD Podcast, Dr. Santi Tanikella explores how parents can help children build resilience as they navigate a new school year. Whether your child is starting kindergarten, entering a new school, facing new academic expectations, navigating friendships, or managing school anxiety, resilience isn't about preventing children from struggling—it's about helping them develop the skills and confidence to handle challenges. Dr. Tanikella shares practical tools including naming emotions, separating feelings from actions, tolerating uncertainty, and cultivating a growth mindset.You'll also learn how parents can create a family culture of resilience by modeling healthy emotional regulation and problem-solving. Most importantly, Dr. Tanikella emphasizes that resilience does not mean handling everything alone—knowing when to ask for help is itself a strength. For parents seeking additional support, Dr. Tanikella discusses coaching for children and families focused on confidence, resilience, emotional awareness, social skills, communication, and stress management. Learn more at iamwellmd.com. If you'd like to see if coaching might be for you, you can click here to schedule a complimentary session with her.Support the showDr. Tanikella practices General Pediatrics, Integrative Medicine, and is an expert in Mind-Body medicine. She has traveled the world to learn more about the intersection where mind, body, health, personal beliefs, and motivation meet. She is founder and CEO of Integrative Approaches to Mastering Wellness, where she brings the wisdom of mind body medicine and the power of life coaching together to help her clients break through their glass ceilings. Learn more and join our email list at iamwellmd.com. Drop us a message by going to iamwellmd.com/contact.  Follow I AM Well MD: Instagram | LinkedIn | FacebookDisclaimer: The information shared on the I AM Well MD Podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. All health-related decisions should be made in consultation with your personal medical provider.The views expressed by me are my own and do not reflect those of my guests, employers, or affiliated institutions. The views of any guest do not represent my personal or professional opinions. The content shared on this podcast is intended to inspire thoughtful reflection, not to provide medical diagnosis or treatment.