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The Endo Kids Podcast-Where little hormones meet big answers.

by Rinku Mehra, MD

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Episode 30: Eating Disorders in Kids and Teens: Warning Signs Parents Shouldn’t Miss

September 28, 2026 · 34 min

In this episode of Endo Kids Podcast, Dr. Rinku Mehra discusses the critical issue of eating disorders in children and teenagers with Dr. Weronika Gondek, a specialist in the field. They explore the misconceptions surrounding eating…
Episode 29: Bone Age Explained: How Much Will Your Child Grow and How Tall Will They Be?

September 14, 2026 · 23 min

In this episode, Dr. Rinku Mehra explains the nuances of bone age x-rays in pediatric endocrinology, clarifying what they reveal about skeletal maturity, growth potential, and how to interpret results accurately. 00:00 Welcome to…
Episode 28: From Panic Attacks at 11 to Nutrition Expert: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Kids & Anxiety- with Sammy Barnett

June 29, 2026 · 37 min

In this insightful interview, Sammy Barnett shares her personal journey from childhood panic disorder to becoming a clinical nutritionist. She explores the deep connection between food, anxiety, resilience, and mental health, offering…
Episode 27: It’s a Girl Thing: Demystifying the First Few Years of Periods

June 16, 2026 · 23 min

In this episode, pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Lindsey Waldman interviews Dr. Rachel Casey about puberty and menstrual health in girls. They discuss normal age ranges for periods, signs to watch for, managing irregularities, and how to…
Episode 26: PCOS Is Now PMOS: Symptoms, Insulin Resistance, Fertility & What the Name Change Means

June 1, 2026 · 21 min

This episode explores the recent renaming of PCOS to P M O S, highlighting the shift in understanding this complex endocrine and metabolic condition. Dr. Rinku Mehra discusses the implications for diagnosis, treatment, and long-term…

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Episode 25: The Looksmaxxing Trap: What Teen Boys Are Secretly Taking to Build Muscle, Burn Fat, and Change Their Bodies

May 4, 2026 · 17 min

This episode explores the rising trend of teen boys using substances like SARMs, steroids, and peptides to enhance their appearance rapidly. Dr. Waldman discusses where they get these substances, the risks involved, and how parents can…
Episode 24: Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) in Children: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment Explained

April 27, 2026 · 17 min

Dr. Rinku Mehra and Dr. Lindsey Waldman of the Endo Kids Podcast explain congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), focusing on classic CAH due to 21-hydroxylase deficiency. They review how CAH is often detected through an abnormal newborn…
Episode 23: Does My Child Need Growth Hormone? What Every Parent Should Know

April 20, 2026 · 24 min

Dr. Rinku Mehra and Dr. Lindsey Waldman of the Endo Kids Podcast explain what growth hormone is, how it works through IGF-1, and why it affects more than height, including bone, muscle, fat metabolism, and energy. They stress that growth…
Episode 22: Strong Bones 101: Calcium and Vitamin D for Growth, Kids, and Teens

April 13, 2026 · 25 min

Dr. Rinku Mehra and Dr. Lindsey Waldman discuss pediatric bone health, explaining that bones are metabolically active and shaped by osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and osteocytes, with growth plates driving length until estrogen closes them in…
Episode 21: Beyond the Plate: Understanding Eating Disorders in Kids

April 6, 2026 · 21 min

Pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Lindsey Waldman welcomes registered dietitian nutritionist Shelby Santin, who specializes in eating disorders, to discuss adolescent nutrition, misconceptions, and supportive family strategies. Santin explains…
Episode 20: PCOS in Teens: Irregular Periods, Acne, Heavy Periods & What Parents Need to Know

March 30, 2026 · 34 min

Dr. Rinku Mehra hosts the Endo Kids Podcast with guest Dr. Jessica Ritch, an OB-GYN with minimally invasive gynecology training, to discuss why adolescent menstrual health is a vital sign and how common conditions like PCOS can begin in…
Episode 19:Pediatric Sleep Problems: How Poor Sleep Affects Obesity, Diabetes, Growth & Hormones in Kids

March 23, 2026 · 28 min

On the Endo Kids Podcast, pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Rinku Mehra interviews pediatric sleep expert Dr. Funke Brown, founder of The Restful Sleep Place, about why sleep is a foundational pillar of childhood health affecting brain…

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About the show

The Endo Kids Podcast Hosted by Dr. Rinku Mehra & Dr. Lindsey Waldman “Where little hormones meet big answers.” Welcome to The Endo Kids Podcast — your trusted place for clear, compassionate conversations about children’s hormone health. Pediatric endocrinologists Dr. Mehra and Dr. Waldman break down everything parents wonder about: growth issues, puberty timing, thyroid disorders, PCOS, Type 1 diabetes, obesity, metabolic health, and the everyday hormone questions that impact mood, sleep, weight, and development. Each episode delivers real answers parents wish they had sooner: What’s normal, what’s not, and when to worryHow hormones shape behavior, growth, and well-beingWhat treatments actually helpPractical, parent-friendly steps to help your child thriveWhether you're a parent, caregiver, or healthcare professional, The Endo Kids Podcast turns pediatric endocrine confusion into clarity — all in a warm, down-to-earth style. Because every child deserves to feel healthy, confident, and understood — and every parent deserves a guide they can trust. The Endo Kids Podcast: