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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!
Teen Mental Health: Identifying & Addressing When Your Teen is Struggling (Part 1) | with Heather Whitis, LMFT
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In this heartfelt episode, licensed therapist Heather Whitis joins us to talk about teen mental health and how parents can recognize early warning signs that something might be off. If you’ve ever felt caught off guard by your teen’s mood swings, withdrawal, or changes in sleep, appetite, or school performance, this episode is for you.
Heather shares her experience as both a therapist and a mom, giving practical advice on trusting your gut, starting supportive conversations, and knowing when to seek help. She reassures moms that noticing changes and asking questions isn’t overreacting—it’s caring.
This is the first episode in our teen mental health series. Stay tuned for the next episodes:
- Part 1: How to Know When Your Teen is Struggling
- Part 2: Understanding Anxiety in Teens
- Part 3: Recognizing and Responding to Depression & Suicidal Thoughts
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