Dive into a riveting exploration of children's mental health in our latest podcast episode, "Empowering Early Childhood Well-Being: The Community's Role".

Get ready for a compassionate and honest conversation as host, Esmeralda Cortez Rosales, engages with the inspiring Mya Whitaker, a dedicated mom and auntie, and Rhea Boyd, MD, a Pediatrician and Senior Advisor at the California Children’s Trust.

In this episode, we delve into crucial topics for every parent, auntie, and caregiver:

• [05:46] Unpacking the True Essence of Community.

• [13:57] Demystifying Structural Inequality: What It Means for Our Kids.

• [25:28] The Role aunts can play in supporting their nieces and nephews.

• [29:34] Black and Brown kids experience more loss and therefore grief.

• [38:46] World vision reflection: Imagine a world in 2123 where our youngest and most vulnerable children are living happily and healthy. What does our community look, sound, and feel like? Send us your answers at 661-388-6727

Don't miss out on this episode, brimming with actionable insights, expert knowledge, and authentic stories, crucial for anyone dedicated to nurturing the flourishing minds of the children in our community. Tune in and be part of this transformative journey!

Want to suggest a topic or be a guest? We'd love to hear from you! Please email health@youthlaw.org. A Flourishing Start Podcast is hosted by the National Center for Youth Law and supported through a grant from the Resilience Effect, a philanthropic initiative of Genentech, a member of the Roche Group.