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We’re real pediatricians, just a text away, ready to cut through the noise and give you quick, reliable answers about your child’s health.

Let your new pediatrician friends lighten your mental load and help empower, guide and support you through the scariest moments of motherhood

Being a mom means endless health questions— Should they be walking yet? How am I going to make it through another stomach bug? And seriously, what even is RSV?! Saving all your questions for your pediatrician’s visits can seem daunting. And Dr. Internet? Total chaos and worst-case scenarios.

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It’s time to ditch the panic-Googling for some real peace of mind and become best friends!

And let’s face it — concerns about your child’s health are the scariest part of being a mom.

Welcome to My Pediatrician Friend -

A text message based service where parents can connect with real life, pediatrician moms and ask questions to help relieve anxiety around their child’s health concerns. Our goal is not to replace any current models of care (pediatrician, urgent care, ED, etc.) but instead give realistic and informed support to parents.

It’s about time we replace the frantic google searching that can be so wildly inaccurate!

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when to

TEXT MPF

You’re typing a health question into Dr. Google

You are feeling lost and overwhelmed about your child’s health and need a partner.

You are reaching out to your adult doctor cousin with a health question for your child.

You are taking health advice from your momchat .

You want more confidence to be an advocate for your child.

You are posting questions on your social media boards about advice for your child’s health.

What We Do

  • We SUPPORT with knowledge, experience and understanding.

  • We EMPOWER parents to be informed advocates for their children.

  • We PARTNER with you to reduce anxiety around health care decisions.

What We Don’t Do

  • We do not replace your pediatrician.

  • We do not prescribe medication.

  • We are not telemedicine.

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We’re not influencers.

We are ACTUAL DOCTORS with real answers (and zero hashtags).

When you text us, you aren’t just getting one board certified doctor – you are getting three! We work together, combining our perspectives and expertise, to ensure you’re getting thoughtful, well-rounded advice.  Medicine isn’t one-size-fits-all – every family is different, and what works for one might not work for another.

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    Hadley Brighton, MD

    Mom of 2, Pediatrician, Co-Founder

    Meet Hadley
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    Saskia Gex, MD

    Mom of 3, Pediatrician, Co-Founder

    Meet Saskia
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    Brooke Spector, MD

    Mom of 2, Pediatrician, Co-Founder

    Meet Brooke
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Benefits of Being an MPF Friend

for when things get a little messy.

  • Have direct access to 3 real life pediatrician moms. We really are texting you back!

  • Reliable advice so that you can get back to your favorite things.

  • Full access to our dashboard with constantly updated insider tips.

  • Invitations to special member only events.

  • You’ll be the first to know about our expansions

  • Quarterly newsletters

  • A promise to never spam you with emails.

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  • My Pediatrician Friend is exactly what all moms dream of!

    A pediatrician who is your best friend who you can bug with all of your quick questions you didn’t ask your primary or at 11pm. My Pediatrician Friend has always been kind and thoughtful with their responses and I fully trust and follow their guidance. They always follow up to check in on the child (and the mom!) and I know I am in good hands. This is the best service and I’m so happy to have it at my fingertips.

  • My Pediatrician Friend has been a lifesaver.

    Especially when I really needed a fast response. There is no waiting for a call back, or being held on the line. You just get the straightforward answer you need in the time your need it. I really value that.

  • Walking to school, hanging out at a party, chatting at dinner... I can't count the number of times I have asked My Pediatrician Friend for advice.

    I rely on this as a way to determine next steps in regards to whatever the issue may be. It would be difficult to rush to my children’s primary care physician every time something seemed “off”. I feel so lucky to have access to a doctor friend’s opinion and counsel. That is why this service will be SO helpful to other parents. There are times you just need a quick sanity check or the push to make the appointment at the doctor’s office.

  • My Pediatrician Friend has been an invaluable resource as my partner and I attempt to tackle parenthood.

    Having access to someone I can reach out to whenever I want and not having to worry that my kids’ pediatrician will judge me for calling too much has been invaluable! The pediatricians explain things in an easy-to-understand and non-alarmist manner. It puts me at ease to know I have a knowledgeable and approachable teammate in my corner!

  • My Pediatrician Friend has been an absolute game changer in my life!

    As a busy working Mom getting prompt feedback and guidance on whether a symptom is a serious or not has made the difference of whether I need to upend my work day and scramble to find childcare, doctor appointments etc. Having the reassurance of whether something is urgent has saved me so many scheduling headaches and mental breakdowns! This business has been a gift to me - not to mention their bedside manner is incredible and I always feel like a friend is taking care of me and my concerns - nothing better.

  • It's been comforting to get reassurance that we moms are doing the best we can for our spawn.

    I’ve learned a wealth of up to date professional knowledge that would otherwise get missed during pediatrician visits. There’s a lot that comes up in daily toddler life that I forget to bring up in that 30min-1hour so I am grateful to MPF for giving me the confidence to be the poised, laid back mom of my dreams.

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