Dr. Tanya Altmann

05/26/2026

Can we talk about this… why babies always seem to say “dada” first? 😂

As a pediatrician and a mom, I get asked this all the time. And while it might feel a little unfair (moms, I see you 👀), there’s actually a real developmental reason behind it.

Sounds like “da,” “ba,” and “pa” are some of the easiest for babies to make early on, which is why you hear them first during babbling. It’s not favoritism… it’s biology.

But here’s what really matters 👇

That babbling stage is a huge milestone in your baby’s development. It’s one of the first signs of language, brain growth, and communication skills starting to take shape.

So whether it’s “dada,” “mama,” or something in between…
your baby is learning, growing, and building the foundation for speech.

05/24/2026

The biggest problem with longevity content?

It starts way too late.

By the time you’re thinking about lifespan, healthspan, and biohacking… your body has already been shaped for decades.

Sleep, nutrition, gut health, metabolism, and stress response are built early. Starting in childhood, even at birth.

That’s why I focus on Longevity for Littles.

Not just extending life later, but building long-term health from the beginning.

If you’re a parent, your daily habits are shaping your child’s future health, resilience, and longevity right now.

Get my free guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B0GS3BoBFB19GeO2438zyY5g1AN6E5CA/view?usp=sharing

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05/21/2026

Everyone’s talking about optimizing health later in life…but what if we started much earlier?

As a pediatrician with a focus in integrative health, I can’t help but think the conversation around longevity is missing the foundation: childhood! The earliest years are when the brain, immune system, metabolism, and lifelong habits are being built.

If we want healthier adults, we have to start by supporting healthier kids.

That’s why I’m so passionate about helping parents focus on the simple, everyday things that support lifelong wellness from the very beginning, whether your child is a newborn, toddler, teen, or anywhere in between.

Want an easy place to start? Check out my free guide on The First 10 Longevity Moves for Kids. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B0GS3BoBFB19GeO2438zyY5g1AN6E5CA/view?usp=sharing

05/20/2026

Did you know a baby’s gut health may help shape their immune system, brain development, and long-term health for years to come?

As a pediatrician, when I see a newborn, I’m thinking beyond feeding and growth. Research continues to show that the infant gut microbiome plays a major role in lifelong wellness and many babies today are lacking key beneficial bacteria that support healthy development.

That’s why early nutrition matters so much! Supporting babies with nourishing feeding, introducing fiber-rich foods as they grow, and considering a synbiotic when appropriate, can all help build a stronger foundation for lifelong health.

Because a healthy gut in the earliest years may be one of the most important building blocks for a healthier future.

05/19/2026

If you saw my previous video on this topic, I covered 5 totally normal newborn behaviors (that freak parents out!) But here is when those “normal” behaviors deserve more attention. Remember, trust your instincts and when in doubt speak with your pediatrician, that’s what we’re here for!

05/18/2026

Why are we waiting until adulthood to start talking about this?

Sleep. Real food. Daily movement. These aren’t wellness trends. They’re the foundation of lifelong health!

The routines children learn early often become the routines that protect their health for decades.

So if you want to support long-term health and longevity in your kids:

✔️ Prioritize sleep
✔️ Focus on whole foods
✔️ Make movement part of everyday life

Follow for more longevity for littles 🫶

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05/17/2026

Everyone’s talking about adult ADHD lately, but as a pediatrician, I keep thinking…what if we started supporting brain health much earlier?

ADHD doesn’t suddenly appear in adulthood. It’s a neurodevelopmental condition that begins in childhood, even if many people aren’t diagnosed until later in life. And while there is absolutely no shame in getting answers as an adult, I believe we should also focus on helping kids build healthy foundations from the very beginning.

So much of what supports the ADHD brain is also what supports lifelong health:
✨ Prioritizing sleep
✨ Daily movement and outdoor play
✨ Protein-rich breakfasts for steady energy and focus
✨ Checking nutrients like iron, vitamin D, magnesium, and omega-3s
✨ Reducing ultra-processed foods, excess sugar, and artificial dyes when possible
✨ Teaching emotional regulation early, not just productivity hacks later

So many adults are now trying to “biohack” their brains after years of stress, burnout, poor sleep, and nutritional gaps. But healthier brains are built over time, starting in childhood.

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05/15/2026

The New York Times recently called longevity science “overhyped,” but I think the bigger issue is that we’re focusing on the wrong part of the conversation.

Yes, the science around cellular rejuvenation and “resetting” aging cells is fascinating! The potential to one day treat disease and improve health span is AMAZING. But the reality is that much of this research is still early, complex, and far from something families can depend on anytime soon!

As a pediatrician for more than 25 years, I believe true longevity starts long before adulthood. Instead of only asking how we can slow or reverse aging later in life, we should also be asking: how do we build healthier bodies and healthier cells from the very beginning?

The foundations for lifelong health really start early on through nutrition, sleep, gut health, movement, emotional wellbeing, and the environments our children grow up in. Those early years shape immune health, brain development, metabolism, and future disease risk in ways we’re still learning to fully understand.

If we want to raise healthier, stronger 100-year children, longevity doesn’t begin at 50…it begins at birth!

For more content on Longevity for Littles and raising a healthy child (and future healthy adult!) make sure to follow me here 🤍

05/14/2026

Longevity doesn’t start at 50. It starts in childhood! 💛

As a pediatrician, I’m seeing more kids struggling with stress, poor sleep, low energy, frequent illness, and difficulty focusing…and the research is confirming it too. These aren’t just “phases.” They’re early signals from a growing body and brain.

The encouraging part? Children are incredibly resilient. Small daily habits around nutrition, sleep, movement, and routines can have a powerful impact on their long-term health and future wellbeing.

That’s why I’m launching a new series: Longevity for Littles ✨
Because building a long, healthy life should begin from the very start.

Follow along if you want to raise healthy, happy, resilient kids who thrive for years to come.

05/14/2026

Thank you Good Morning America for reaching out to me to discuss hantavirus and how parents can talk to kids about the recent headlines without causing unnecessary fear. The biggest message for families: stay informed, not fearful. Hantavirus is rare in the U.S., and most families are at very low risk in their everyday lives. Awareness, prevention, and knowing when to seek medical care are key. I always remind parents that outdoor play, hiking, camping, and nature are still incredibly healthy for children and families! Just use common-sense precautions around rodents and enclosed spaces where droppings may be present. �

As hantavirus makes headlines, an expert shares what parents should know about symptoms, prevention and how to talk to kids without causing fear.

05/11/2026

Newborns do SO many things that make parents panic and a lot of them are actually completely normal!

Noisy breathing, jerky little movements, eyes wandering while they fall asleep… all things that can look scary to new parents but are often completely expected in newborns.

Most of the time, they’re just adjusting to life outside the womb; however, if your newborn does exhibit behaviors that seem truly worrisome, always make sure to check with you pediatrician.

Follow for more parenting tips like these and stayed tuned for my video on 5 newborn behaviors that are NOT normal.