Red Light Therapy for Myopia in Kids: Does It Work and Is It Safe?
Could red light therapy slow your child’s myopia? Dr. Rupa Wong explains the evidence, retinal safety questions, rebound, and current options.
Can Sleepmaxxing Make Your Sleep Worse? with Dr. Meredith Broderick
Still tired after trying every sleepmaxxing hack? Dr. Meredith Broderick examines trackers, melatonin, mouth taping, screens, and sleep apnea.
Ask Dr. Rupa: Blue Light Glasses, Screen Time, Farsightedness, and More
Do blue light glasses work? Dr. Rupa Wong answers questions about screen time, farsightedness, kids’ glasses, eye health, and adult myopia.
Medical Misinformation: How to Know What Health Advice to Trust with Dr. Jen Caudle
How can you tell whether the health advice in your social media feed is credible, misleading, or potentially dangerous?
You Don't Need to Get It All Done (Here's What to Do Instead)
If you’re a working mom who never feels caught up, you may not need more discipline, a better planner, or an earlier morning. The real problem may be that you are carrying too much and treating every task like it deserves your immediate attention.
Are We Overcomplicating Parenting? Tantrums, Screen Time & Boundaries with Pediatrician Dr. Ari Brown
Join host Dr. Rupa Wong and board-certified pediatrician Dr. Ari Brown, bestselling author of Expecting 411, Baby 411, and Toddler 411, for an evidence-based discussion on raising resilient children in today's world. This episode explores practical parenting strategies that prioritize healthy boundaries, emotional validation, and natural consequences over the pursuit of perfect parenting. Topics include managing toddler tantrums, navigating screen time and digital media, encouraging unstructured play, avoiding overscheduling, and fostering independence and resilience in children.
The Working Mom's Guide to Summer (Without the Guilt)
In this episode, Dr. Rupa Wong shares practical strategies for creating a more realistic approach to working through the summer. Learn how to redefine productivity, structure your day around what matters most, set healthy boundaries with your children, and reduce the stress of trying to do it all. You'll walk away with simple, actionable ideas to help you accomplish meaningful work while still enjoying quality time with your family.
The Hidden Toxins in Your Kids’ Clothes & Simple Swaps That Matter | Steffi Schmidt
In this episode, Dr. Rupa Wong and Steffi Schmidt explore what parents should know about everyday kids’ clothes, from simple label-reading tips to easy upgrades for the pieces kids wear most. Steffi also opens up about walking away from a busy law career to create a brand that puts comfort, quality, and family health at the center.
Dry Eyes and Menopause
In this episode of In Focus, Dr. Rupa Wong breaks down why so many women in their 40s and 50s suddenly struggle with dry, irritated eyes, especially if they wear contact lenses. She connects the dots between hormones, the tiny oil glands in your eyelids, and everyday symptoms like burning eyes at your desk. Drawing on her own experience and insights from urologist Dr. Kelly Casperson, Dr. Wong shares simple, practical ways to protect your eyes now and advocate for your hormonal health long-term.
Why Are So Many Teens Struggling Right Now?
In this episode, Dr. Rupa Wong and child psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Wakefield dive into what it really looks like to raise kids in a high-pressure, always-online world. They unpack how much parents should step in vs. step back, why “good enough” parenting is actually protective, and how to notice when normal teen stress might be turning into something more serious. This conversation is honest, hopeful, and practical for any parent worried about their child’s emotional well-being.