Episode Details

From small-town Kentucky to becoming one of America’s most published pediatricians, Dr. Stan Block shares decades of practical wisdom on raising healthy, happy children.

In this informative conversation, Dr. Block discusses:

• Growing up in a large, active family and early love of reading & sports

• His journey into medicine and building a successful rural practice

• The most common parenting challenges he sees

• Evidence-based advice for modern families

• Why communication, love & consistency matter most

Whether you’re a new parent, planning a family, or just want practical insights, this episode is packed with real-world guidance.

Dr. Stan Block is a board-certified pediatrician, author of *Pediatrics Around the Block*, and founder of one of Kentucky’s largest pediatric practices.

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Connect with Stan Block

Website: https://slblockmd.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-block-b8918b223/

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Chapters

0:00 - Intro & Welcome Dr. Stan Block

1:40 - Childhood in Kentucky, Family & Early Interests

8:15 - Path to Medicine & Becoming a Pediatrician

15:30 - Building a Practice & Research Leadership

23:10 - Common Parenting Challenges & Real Solutions

31:45 - Health, Habits & Raising Resilient Kids

40:20 - Lessons from 43+ Years in Pediatrics

48:50 - Advice for Young Parents & Future Families

57:15 - Final Thoughts on Joy & Challenges of Parenting