The First Seven Years
The First Seven Years
Podcast Description
"The First Seven Years" is a groundbreaking podcast series designed to empower parents and caregivers with essential knowledge about childhood development during the early, formative years. Rather than focusing solely on developmental milestones, the series emphasizes the pivotal role of nutrition and integrative health in fostering growth and wellbeing. Hosted by Dr. Murray Clarke, a trusted pediatrician and founder of ChildLife Essentials, and co-hosted by Bryce Wylde, a functional medicine expert, this series provides an accessible platform for expert insights and actionable advice. Each episode delivers invaluable resources and guidance often overlooked in traditional parenting spaces, equipping viewers with the tools to support their child’s health and happiness. "The First 7 Years" inspires confidence and connection, helping parents lay the foundation for a lifetime of optimal wellness and thriving.
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The podcast focuses on childhood development, nutrition, and integrative health, with episodes covering topics such as holistic dentistry, ADHD misconceptions, the science of happiness, and essential nutrients for brain growth. Specific episodes, like ADHD Misconceptions, delve into managing executive function challenges while the Rethinking Dentistry episode highlights toxin-free dental care approaches.

“The First Seven Years” is a groundbreaking podcast series designed to empower parents and caregivers with essential knowledge about childhood development during the early, formative years. Rather than focusing solely on developmental milestones, the series emphasizes the pivotal role of nutrition and integrative health in fostering growth and wellbeing.
Hosted by Dr. Murray Clarke, a trusted pediatrician and founder of ChildLife Essentials, and co-hosted by Bryce Wylde, a functional medicine expert, this series provides an accessible platform for expert insights and actionable advice.
Each episode delivers invaluable resources and guidance often overlooked in traditional parenting spaces, equipping viewers with the tools to support their child’s health and happiness. “The First 7 Years” inspires confidence and connection, helping parents lay the foundation for a lifetime of optimal wellness and thriving.
Joy McCarthy, a holistic nutritionist and mother, shares practical strategies for building lifelong healthy eating habits in children through variety, colour, and early exposure to food.
We cover why prebiotics matter as much as probiotics, how polyphenol variety feeds different gut bacteria, why peeling fruit for your kids is actually working against them, and a simple fridge audit strategy that gets even toddlers excited about eating the rainbow.
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Website: https://www.joyoushealth.com/
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Main Site: https://wyldeonhealth.com
Instagram: / wyldeonhealth
YouTube: / @wyldeabouthealth
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DISCLAIMER: The information provided in The First Seven Years is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your pediatrician or other healthcare professional. Always consult with your doctor regarding any medical concerns or health conditions. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The First Seven Years.

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