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Little Brains, Big Potential: Why Early Mental Health Matters
In this episode, we chat with nurse practitioner Nicole Buatala about a topic that’s as important as it is often overlooked—your child’s mental health, starting from day one. With over two decades of nursing experience and a specialty in caring for the tiniest patients, Nicole shares her passion for helping little ones grow emotionally as well as physically. You’ll hear about signs to watch for, how a parent’s own mental health can shape their child’s well-being, and how to decide when medicine might help—or when other tools are better. Nicole also shares why regular check-ins and early…
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