With The Wind with Dr. Paul – Podcast 192: Pediatric Perspectives – Motherhood Makeover with Carissa Stanton, M.D.

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​Motherhood Makeover​

​Carissa Stanton, M.D. is passionate about children’s health. Plus, as a mother herself, Dr. Stanton has first-hand experience with the challenges that come with parenting — mental, emotional and physical. She has, over the years, refined her practice of medicine in order to treat root causes, avoid pharmaceutical interventions and prevent illness naturally. To learn more about her holistic approach and hear her advice to those raising kids, watch this installment of “Pediatric Perspectives” on CHD.TV.

Show Notes:

ith The Wind with Dr. Paul – Show 192: Pediatric Perspectives – Motherhood Makeover with Carissa Stanton, M.D.
Presenters: Dr. Paul, Carissa Stanton, M.D.
Length: 41 minutes 59 seconds

Summary
In this episode of Pediatric Perspectives, Dr. Paul welcomes holistic pediatrician Dr. Carissa Stanton, author of Motherhood Makeover. Together they explore her journey from conventional pediatrics into holistic, root-cause care, her transition out of the insurance system, and her passion for empowering mothers. Dr. Stanton shares practical insights for stressed parents, explains why modern medicine fails families with chronic conditions, and emphasizes intuition, resilience, and creating a supportive home environment. The conversation also highlights societal pressures undermining parents, the importance of reducing fear, and reclaiming authentic motherhood.

Key Points (with timestamps)
00:00:40 – 00:01:17
Dr. Paul introduces VAX FACTS, announcing availability and ordering details.
00:01:35 – 00:01:54
Dr. Paul welcomes Dr. Carissa Stanton to Pediatric Perspectives.
00:01:54 – 00:02:22
Dr. Stanton discusses why she entered pediatrics and her passion for serving vulnerable children.
00:02:22 – 00:03:39
Dr. Paul reviews Dr. Stanton’s background: holistic pediatrics, wellness coaching, her online community, content creation, homesteading, and family life.
00:03:39 – 00:04:41
Dr. Stanton describes her journey—unlearning conventional training and discovering integrative medicine during residency.
00:04:41 – 00:05:11
She spent 15 years in private practice but was hindered by insurance constraints.
00:05:11 – 00:05:40
In March 2020, she opened her own direct primary care practice—describing it as “taking the red pill.”
00:05:40 – 00:07:12
Dr. Paul and Dr. Stanton discuss insurance-system limitations, quality metrics, and lack of true autonomy in mainstream pediatrics.
00:07:12 – 00:08:06
Dr. Stanton now prescribes very little medication and dropped her DEA license. She explains that chronic conditions require addressing root causes, not suppressive treatments.
00:08:06 – 00:10:17
She emphasizes the importance of minimal intervention from birth onward, letting nature take its course when appropriate, and supporting families with direct access and more time.
00:10:17 – 00:11:00
Dr. Paul notes the rarity of direct text access to a doctor; they discuss the value of community and communication.
00:11:00 – 00:12:39
Dr. Stanton describes her one-hour wellness visits, including parental stress assessment, environmental exposures, and objective informed consent.
00:12:39 – 00:13:16
She highlights that many holistic values mirror what doctors are taught early in training—patient-first care—but insurance breaks the fiduciary relationship.
00:13:16 – 00:15:53
They explore the societal forces working against modern parents: food industry, pharmaceutical industry, school systems, constant pressure, lack of support, and chronic stress.
00:15:53 – 00:17:12
Dr. Stanton stresses self-care and explains how addressing a parent’s stress can dramatically improve a child’s symptoms.
00:17:12 – 00:18:33
They discuss the strong connection between parental anxiety and child anxiety; Dr. Stanton explains how parents can access her virtual coaching and services.
00:18:33 – 00:20:12
Dr. Paul asks what practical steps stressed parents can take. Dr. Stanton emphasizes letting go of perfectionism and people-pleasing.
00:20:12 – 00:21:17
Parents must resist fear, regulate their nervous systems, and create a peaceful “cave”—a safe home environment free of constant stress.
00:21:17 – 00:22:56
They discuss media-driven fear, propaganda, and the benefits of reducing screen time for both parents and children.
00:22:56 – 00:25:18
They explore screen use in kids, stressing balance and avoiding extreme rigidity that creates more stress.
00:25:18 – 00:27:28
Dr. Stanton encourages “involving” children rather than “doing for” them, and allowing discomfort to build resilience.
00:27:28 – 00:29:14
She contrasts fear-based parenting with intuition-led parenting and shares the rhinoceros story from her daughter’s trip to Africa.
00:29:14 – 00:32:38
Deep dive into intuition: balancing cognitive thinking with subconscious values, tuning out external pressure, and trusting inner knowing.
00:32:38 – 00:36:25
Discussion on identifying personal values by noticing triggers, glimmers, and moments of peace; Dr. Stanton shares her own examples.
00:36:25 – 00:38:12
She explains how slowing down—especially during 2020—launched major life changes: homesteading, starting her practice, and simplifying life.
00:38:12 – 00:39:55
They discuss community support, collective empowerment, and the need for parents to join together rather than struggle alone.
00:39:55 – 00:40:54
Dr. Stanton shares how her waitlisted private practice led to expanding her online community to support more families.
00:40:54 – 00:41:18
Dr. Paul closes the interview and promotes VAX FACTS and his coaching services.
00:41:18 – 00:41:59
Dr. Paul concludes the show, encouraging viewers to visit KidsFirst4Ever.com.


Conclusion
Dr. Carissa Stanton offers a deeply authentic and practical look at modern motherhood, showing how holistic pediatric care must extend to empowering parents themselves. By slowing down, reclaiming intuition, building resilience, and reducing societal pressures, families can achieve greater peace and health. Her message is grounded in real-world clinical experience and a clear vision for supporting mothers and children through root-cause, personalized care.


Resources

• VAX FACTS – https://vaxfactsbook.com
• Kids First 4Ever – https://www.kidsfirst4ever.com
• Carissa Stanton, M.D. – https://carissastantonmd.com
• Motherhood Makeover Book — https://www.carissastantonmd.com/book
• Doctors and Science – https://www.doctorsandscience.com