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The Pediatric Perspective

by Meggin Tallman & April Lawson

The Pediatric Perspective Pediatrics, Parenting, and Raising Healthy Kids The Pediatric Perspective is a podcast for parents, caregivers, and clinicians who want thoughtful, evidence‑based conversations about what it really takes to raise healthy kids in the real world. Hosted by a dedicated Nurse Practitioner and Mental Health Counselor working at the intersection of clinical care, prevention, and family life, this podcast moves beyond quick fixes, diet culture, and one‑size‑fits‑all advice. Each episode explores children’s health through a whole‑child lens—recognizing that growth, nutrition, mental health, environment, family dynamics, and systems of care are deeply connected. Rather than focusing on numbers, labels, or fear‑based messaging, The Pediatric Perspective centers curiosity, context, and compassion. You’ll hear practical guidance grounded in medical evidence, paired with an hone

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Episodes

  1. Beyond the Scale: Mental Health, Body Image & Self-Talk

    Join us as we discuss our approach to health and wellness through a therapeutic perspective. This podcast is brought to you by Global Health Collaboration. Your hosts are Meggin Tallman, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, and April Lawson, MS, ALC, NCC, under the supervision of David McCullough, LPC-S. The...

  2. Is Food Addictive? What Parents Need to Know

    Is sugar addictive? Join us as we discuss brain chemistry and highly palatable foods in ways that make sense for parents and families. This podcast is brought to you by Global Health Collaboration. Your hosts are Meggin Tallman, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, and April Lawson, MS, ALC, NCC, under the...

  3. The Truth Behind Physical Activity

    This episode features Craig Witt, a Ph.D. candidate, educator, and health researcher with a passion for helping people improve their metabolic health through practical, science-backed lifestyle changes. As an instructor at the University of North Alabama, Craig teaches nutrition, exercise…

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  4. The Weight of Stress

    Join us as we discuss environmental factors of health, mainly sleep and stress levels. Information discussed in this episode can be found here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MQUjVg6srH1rPJK7JWVSQnFJ-1JhPFV9?usp=share_link https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/about.html...

  5. Beyond the Phase: Picky Eating, Sensory Issues & Feeding Therapy

    This episode of The Pediatric Perspective features two guests; Miranda Ainsworth, Occupational Therapist/Owner at Stepping Stone Pediatric Therapy, and Natalie Vickery, Occupational Therapy Assistant. Resources discussed in this episode can be found here:...

  6. Fed Well from the First Bottle

    This podcast is brought to you by Global Health Collaboration. Your hosts are Meggin Tallman, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, and April Lawson, MS, ALC, NCC, *under the supervision of David McCullough, LPC-S. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only...

  7. Step 1: Opening the Door

    This podcast is brought to you by Global Health Collaboration. Your hosts are Meggin Tallman, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, and April Lawson, MS, ALC, NCC, under the supervision of David McCullough, LPC-S. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only…

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  8. Healthy Futures

    This podcast is brought to you by Global Health Collaboration. Your hosts are Meggin Tallman, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, and April Lawson, MS, ALC, NCC *Under the supervision of David McCullough, LPC-S. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only…

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  9. The Pediatric Perspective

    This podcast is brought to you by Global Health Collaboration. Your hosts are Meggin Tallman, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, and April Lawson, MS, ALC, NCC, under the supervision of David McCullough, LPC-S. The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Pediatric Perspective

Pediatrics, Parenting, and Raising Healthy Kids

The Pediatric Perspective is a podcast for parents, caregivers, and clinicians who want thoughtful, evidence‑based conversations about what it really takes to raise healthy kids in the real world.

Hosted by a dedicated Nurse Practitioner and Mental Health Counselor working at the intersection of clinical care, prevention, and family life, this podcast moves beyond quick fixes, diet culture, and one‑size‑fits‑all advice. Each episode explores children’s health through a whole‑child lens—recognizing that growth, nutrition, mental health, environment, family dynamics, and systems of care are deeply connected.

Rather than focusing on numbers, labels, or fear‑based messaging, The Pediatric Perspective centers curiosity, context, and compassion. You’ll hear practical guidance grounded in medical evidence, paired with an hone

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Meggin Tallman & April Lawson

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How many episodes does The Pediatric Perspective have?

The Pediatric Perspective currently has 9 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is The Pediatric Perspective about?

The Pediatric Perspective Pediatrics, Parenting, and Raising Healthy Kids The Pediatric Perspective is a podcast for parents, caregivers, and clinicians who want thoughtful, evidence‑based conversations about what it really takes to raise healthy kids in the real world. Hosted by a dedicated Nurse...

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The Pediatric Perspective is created and hosted by Meggin Tallman & April Lawson.
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