Marianne Neifert, MD, MTS, FAAP, nationally known as Dr. Mom® is an acclaimed motivational speaker who addresses sizzling topics on life balance, positive parenting, breastfeeding, and spirituality. In addition to being a dynamic speaker, renowned pediatrician, author of parenting books, and medical educator, Dr. Mom is the mother of five adult children—all born during her medical training—and the grandmother of seven. She combines her professional expertise, personal experience, and practical wisdom to offer sage advice about a host of parenting, lifestyle, family, spiritual, and personal growth issues. Dr. Mom has enchanted audiences in 48 states and internationally. Managing Member, Dr. Mom® Presentations LLC Member of National Speakers Association Informing, inspiring and motivating audiences for more than three decades Board-certified pediatrician and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics National expert on breastfeeding and parenting Author of the Great Expectations: The Essential Guide to Breastfeeding and other parenting books Magazine contributor of hundreds of articles and columns on children's health and behavior