Ep. 133: What Triggers Panic Attacks and What Helps? - with Natasha Burgert, MD
Ep. 133: What Triggers Panic Attacks and What Helps? - with Natasha Burgert, MD  
Podcast: The Pediatrician Next Door - Simple Advice on Parenting and Family Health
Published On: Wed Sep 17 2025
Description: When a child suddenly can’t breathe, feels dizzy, or has chest pain, parents fear the worst. Could it be asthma? A heart problem? Dr. Wendy Hunter explores the mystery of childhood panic attacks with pediatrician and Natasha Burgert, MD, author of Managing Childhood Anxiety for Dummies. Together, they uncover what’s actually happening in the brain and body, why kids can’t just “snap out of it,” and the surprising techniques that work.    Find products mentioned in the show:   Hedgehog Fidget Sensory Bracelet and Rings  Calm Strips Fidget Stickers  Book: Managing Childhood Anxiety for Dummies by Natasha Burgert, MD, FAAP    Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here.  Find products from the show on the shop page.   *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases.    More from The Pediatrician Next Door:    Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast  Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door  Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75  TikTok: @drwendyhunter  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices