With the Wind with Dr. Paul – Show 183, Pediatric Perspectives: Why Parents Say No to Vaccines with Sherri Tenpenny, M.D.

In this eye-opening episode of With the Wind, Dr. Paul sits down with Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, a leading voice in vaccine risk awareness, to explore the increasingly common question: why are more parents saying no to vaccines? Drawing on more than 25 years of research and clinical experience, Dr. Tenpenny helps us understand the shift in parental mindset and how knowledge, experience, and critical thinking are changing the landscape of pediatric care.

​Awakening Through Research
Dr. Tenpenny's journey began with a simple question: are vaccines really as safe and effective as we've been told? Since then, she has become a tireless researcher and outspoken advocate for informed consent. In this conversation, she emphasizes that today's parents have access to an abundance of resources—books like VAX FACTS and Turtles All the Way Down, as well as platforms like her own Substack—that were unavailable to prior generations.

​The Emotional and Cultural Divide
Dr. Tenpenny discusses how vaccine decisions often create tension in families and even relationships. She shares that some of the biggest challenges arise when one parent is informed and cautious while the other fully trusts the medical system. Her advice? Talk about vaccine values before marriage. This preemptive step can avoid conflict and protect your children from being caught in the middle of high-stakes medical choices.

​Scientific Revelations and Real-World Observations
Dr. Paul and Dr. Tenpenny explore findings from recent peer-reviewed research, including Dr. Paul’s groundbreaking study, which showed significantly better health outcomes in unvaccinated children. Together, they discuss how the COVID-19 lockdowns inadvertently created a natural control group—many children remained unvaccinated during this time, and their exceptional health outcomes are now drawing attention.

​From lowered IQ and autoimmune conditions to the alarming rise in autism and ADHD, the health consequences of the growing vaccine schedule are discussed candidly. One standout statistic? Children with 11 or more office visits were found to be 4.4 times more likely to be diagnosed with autism—a powerful data point that demands further investigation.

​A New Vision for Public Health
Instead of defining public health by vaccine compliance, Dr. Tenpenny proposes a more meaningful standard—vibrant, thriving children who are not dependent on pharmaceuticals. Her goal is to shift public perception away from reactive medicine and toward proactive, toxin-free living.

Both Dr. Tenpenny and Dr. Paul agree that without a reevaluation of pediatric vaccine policy, any efforts to improve public health will fall short. They advocate for continued education, spiritual grounding, and above all, trusting parental instinct.

​Resources for Parents
If you're a parent questioning vaccines or simply seeking clarity, this episode offers a roadmap for your journey. Visit Dr. Tenpenny’s website to access her educational tools and membership resources. And explore Kids First 4Ever for coaching, community, and the paperback version of VAX FACTS—available only in hard copy.

​This conversation isn’t about fear—it’s about freedom. Parents are waking up to the importance of asking questions, reading the fine print, and honoring their intuition. With voices like Dr. Tenpenny and Dr. Paul leading the way, we are witnessing the birth of a healthier, more conscious generation.

To hear the full conversation, visit DoctorsAndScience.com.