Help! I Have Kids!
Help! I Have Kids! is the podcast for moms who are doing their best, asking all the right questions, and still wondering if something’s being missed. Hosted by Pam—a mom of five and pediatric occupational therapist with 35 years of experience—this show helps you trust your gut, advocate for your child, and partner with professionals without the overwhelm.
Each week, you’ll get practical tips, real-life stories, and heartfelt encouragement from experts and fellow moms who’ve been in your shoes. Because, as moms, we are the head of our child's medical team!
Help! I Have Kids!
Latest Episodes
Can My Child with Autism Do Virtual Therapy?
If you’ve ever wondered, "Can my child with autism actually do virtual therapy?" you are not alone. It’s one of the biggest questions parents ask when considering telehealth.In this episode of Help! I Have Kids, guest h...
Navigating Your Child’s Health Insurance: Tips for All Parents
Does opening a medical bill give you an immediate pit in your stomach? 💸It shouldn’t have to. For many parents, navigating health insurance feels like a second full-time job—one that's confusing, stressful, and full of hidden rules. But...
Bumblebees in My Head: Navigating ADHD/Autism as a Neurodivergent Mom
“Mommy, it feels like I have bumblebees in my head.” 🐝In this powerful and moving episode, host Pam Marshall (Pediatric OT) sits down with Sarah and Carolyn, two moms who are navigating the beautiful, "spicy," and often complex world of...
Teen Mental Health Part 3: Depression & Suicidal Thoughts | with Heather Whitis, LMFT
In this important episode, licensed therapist Heather Whitis returns to help us navigate one of the most difficult topics a parent can face—teen depression and suicidal thoughts. If your teen seems withdrawn, hopeless, unusually quiet, or like ...
Teen Mental Health Part 2: Understanding Anxiety in Teens | with Heather Whitis, LMFT
In this encouraging episode, licensed therapist Heather Whitis joins us to talk about teen anxiety and what it can really look like in everyday life. If your teen seems overwhelmed, easily frustrated, avoidant, or constantly worried, this episo...