Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids

136 How and Why your child's intelligence can change!

April 12, 2024 19:17 - 10 minutes - 8.76 MB

Intelligence is not a constant. The brain is constantly changing, adapting, and learning new skills. Most tests, including IQ tests, do not measure intelligence accurately. In this episode, Dr. Vaish Sarathy talks about the role of AI, Growth Mindset in what she calls Intellectual Malleability - the idea (which comes from Neuroplasticity) that intelligence can change for anyone regardless of label or diagnosis. You can sign up for her FREE workshop on building intelligence at the link b...

135 Somatic Eating (and Picky eating) in Kids with Stephanie Mara Fox

April 05, 2024 04:00 - 43 minutes - 35.2 MB

How can we help our kids cultivate a healthy relationship with food? If your child is struggling with picky eating, Stephanie Mara Fox talks to Dr Vaish Sarathy about the Art of Somatic Eating and how to navigate food restrictions in kids. Especially in kids with disabilities (Autism, for example), it is important to understand that: - The nervous system plays a crucial role in our experience with food, and regulation is key to creating a safe and regulated environment. - Trauma can i...

134 Bilingualism and Cognition in Kids with Disabilities

March 29, 2024 16:12 - 6 minutes - 5.99 MB

Being multi-lingual and multi-communicative may be the way that our kids with Autim / Down Syndrome find richness of language and expression. What does mean? And what’s the latest research? Stick with me for this super-short focus episode about multimodal language and brain health! In this episode, I talk about: What the documented results are of being bilingual How you can start right now with your child What this means for communication Enjoy! Timeline: 00:56 Bilingu...

133 Building Resilience and Advocacy in Parents with Dr. Maureen MIchele

March 22, 2024 05:11 - 26 minutes - 21.3 MB

Advocacy and Resilience are the cornerstones of parenting a child with disability. As a parent of an Autistic child or a child with Down Syndrome, how often do you find yourself navigating medical and school offices and being close to tears at the end of several meetings? Dr. Maureen Michele guides us through the work of building resilience and understanding advocacy, and finding your strong inner Mother Bear! Tune in to learn: The 3 pillars of Advocacy Dr. Maureen's parent resilience...

132 The #1 thing we get wrong when we teach Math to kids with disabilities

March 15, 2024 05:50 - 7 minutes - 6.85 MB

Why does math education seem so challenging for autistic students and those with Down syndrome? Join me as I flip the script and explore how focusing on input, rather than output, can revolutionize your student’s learning journey. There are broadly 2 things we are doing wrong: Focusing on output as opposed to input Prioritizing proficiency over curiosity Listen to the episode to find out how we can flip the traditional “boring” Math script! Non Linear Education launches in 4 weeks...

131 Teaching Math is a Life Skill with Dr. Jen Leon

March 07, 2024 19:09 - 38 minutes - 25.4 MB

Did you know that teaching Math is uniquely regulating? Not just Math, but slightly challenging Math. This episode’s guest, Dr. Jen Leon, has a unique name for Math - Brain Candy! And I totally agree. -So what makes Math brain candy? -What makes it a life skill? -What makes it grow your child’s mind, even if you think they have a learning disability, in fact especially if you think they have a learning disability? Listen on to learn more…. ________ Dr. Jen Leon is the Direc...

130 When therapies and diets don't work for your child

February 09, 2024 06:26 - 13 minutes - 8.74 MB

If you find yourself trying diet after diet after therapy after therapy and nothing seems to either work or stick, nothing seems to take hold, this is the episode for you. Tune in to learn: the 3 pillars of core therapeutic changes that often work symbiotically to create change. why even anti-inflammatory diets sometimes fail the therapies that never work (for most people) You can get my free book on the 6 learning hacks here.

129 How to do the work that brings change this year!

January 05, 2024 17:44 - 9 minutes - 7.2 MB

If you are tired of working day and night with your child and not seeing the needle move, if you are tired of being tired, and if you are ready to see change happen, I will tell you exactly what to do in this episode. We think that parents who bring change in their kids lives are PATIENT, HARDWORKING and INTENSE. We couldn’t be more wrong - well, ok, the intense part could be right. Patience and hard work have nothing to do with results, with change. What does? Listen on … You can...

128 Brain Shift- A Program to Transform Your Busy Brain w. Dr Romie Mushtaq

December 20, 2023 00:11 - 38 minutes - 25 MB

In this episode, Dr. Romie Mushtaq, a board-certified neurologist, discusses her journey from a traditional Western-style medical model to a mindfulness-based approach to stress. Dr. Romie emphasizes the importance of her SHIFT protocol in managing stress. Sleep Hormones Inflammation Food, and Technology While a lot of Dr. Romie’s focus has been on workplace burnout, in this episode she talks to the chronic stress that sometimes parents (especially moms) of children with dis...

127 Navigating Schools and IEPS for Neurodivergent Learners - with Lisa Wright

December 01, 2023 06:19 - 53 minutes - 33.8 MB

“Compliance and Education are not the same thing. A student may look as though they are complying but that does not mean they are engaged and learning.” - Lisa Wright Join Dr. Vaish Sarathy in this episode to dive into a transformative conversation on education and inclusion for Autistic children and children with Down Syndrome in schools with IEP coach Lisa Wright. If IEPs are challenging for you, if you spend restless nights awake in sheer terror anticipating a meeting and after an IEP m...

126 Regulation in parents and helping our children grow - with Andrea Pollack

November 05, 2023 22:46 - 27 minutes - 18.5 MB

“We want to be in a position to allow children to borrow our calm” - says Andrea Pollack in Episode 126 of Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids. Today we are talking about something we don’t address often enough - and that is regulation in a parent! There is so much discussion about regulation in our kids, but we know co-regulation is a thing, and I am really happy to be chatting about this today in my podcast. Join me in this conversation with Andrea Pollack of Autism Parent Solut...

125 5 surprising facts about an Anti-Inflammatory diet for kids

October 31, 2023 05:22 - 9 minutes - 8.33 MB

If your child struggling with learning or behavior, it may be time to try an anti-inflammatory diet. On this episode of Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids, Dr. Vaish Sarathy breaks down the 5 contrary secrets of an anti-inflammatory diet. Learn what foods to eat and avoid, how long it takes to see results, and why a least restrictive diet is the best approach. If you're looking for a way to improve your child's learning and behavior, this episode is for you! Download Dr. Sar...

124 When to label your child!

October 13, 2023 05:08 - 9 minutes - 9.1 MB

In this thought-provoking episode, we challenge preconceived notions and dive into the power of language, identity, and embracing disability. Discover how Dr. Sarathy's personal journey led her to move beyond labels, celebrating the full embrace of disability and neurological identities. Listen to learn about: The shift from labels to identity. Embracing disability in all its forms. The impact of language on the disability community. Follow Vaish on Instagram Contact us with questi...

123 Is your Autistic child/student in internal alarm? With Michelle Brown

October 06, 2023 14:39 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

In this episode, we explore the concept of the 'alarm state' in children and why what we perceive as behavior might actually be a response to stress and overwhelm. We will also learn specific tools to support your children when they are in that alarm state. Michelle Brown, Herbalist, Functional Nutrition Practitioner and Biology of Trauma Practitioner leads us to understand the different states of our kids’ nervous systems when they are stressed. We discuss how to recognize these state...

122 CBD as a therapeutic support for Autistic Children with Dr. Bonni Goldstein

September 27, 2023 18:24 - 45 minutes - 33.1 MB

Description: In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of CBD and its potential benefits for children with disabilities with Dr. Bonni Goldstein. CBD is being increasingly used as a viable and safe therapy for seizures, behavior, and just regulation in general. Join us as we explore the science, stories, and practical considerations surrounding CBD use for children, specifically Autistic children. Audience: This episode is designed for parents and caregivers of children wit...

121 How to reduce a "severe" learning disability in your student

September 01, 2023 16:33 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

In this episode, we talk about what a severe learning disability actually is and how can you reduce it. There are other terms used for it like "low-functioning", severely autistic, severe intellectual delay. Very few of the labels actually go into the root cause of the issue. In this issue, you will learn: What a severe delay/ disability actually means What you can do to reduce the severity How to move ahead. Sign up for my FREE training where I share Behind the Scenes Wisdom and...

120 The Pitfalls of Carbohydrate Restriction in Children - with Dr. Erica Peirson

August 24, 2023 05:00 - 47 minutes - 31.4 MB

In Episode 120, Dr. Erica Peirson and I discuss the potential risks and concerns associated with carbohydrate restrictive diets, particularly for children. CAUTION: If you / your child is already on a restrictive diet, especially for medical needs, please do not make changes without the support and Ok of a medical / nutritional professional as the case may be. This conversation is for educational purposes only. Restrictive diets are hard and tricky, so make sure you have someone by your s...

119 The Magic of adding Movement to Communication with Sonia and Lili Story

August 11, 2023 15:20 - 41 minutes - 27.7 MB

What does adding a Movement Therapy do to a child’s learning and communication? I chatted with Sonia Story and Lili Turns out quite a lot. Welcome to Functional Nutrition and Learning for kids - the podcast where we explore learning and education for kids with disabilities such as Down syndrome and Autism from inside out. In this podcast, you will learn: Why communication may be stalled due to dis regulation What neurodevelopmental and integrative movements can do to support regu...

118 The Primary Way to build Intelligence in your Child

June 23, 2023 15:57 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MB

How does intelligence work again? We don’t know. But we do know the ONE technique, the ONE process that can help your child (and you) develop nuanced thinking skills, critical thought, an engaged mind, and an active brain - things we regard as intelligence. It is widely known in all circles, with all cognitive experts, AND even with employers to help build engagement in their companies, but the people that should be using these - TEACHERS, and PARENTS don’t often use this. In this epis...

117 How to build Resilience in kids with Anxiety - with Dr. Mary Wilde

June 08, 2023 20:22 - 32 minutes - 23.4 MB

In Episode 117, join Dr. Vaish Sarathy and Dr. Mary Wilde as they delve into the topic of anxiety in children. Discover practical strategies and insights to support mental well-being and empower children to thrive. We will: Explore how anxiety doesn't define a child's identity and learn tools to equip them for success Uncover the contributing factors to the anxiety epidemic, including social media and unfiltered information Delve into 4 essential pillars of well-being Explore the mind-bo...

116 Behavior, Autism, Regulation and Polyvagal Theory - with Casey DePriest

May 24, 2023 04:23 - 43 minutes - 29.1 MB

The biggest variable in communication for Autistic kids / adults is REGULATION. In today’s podcast Casey DePriest explains Polyvagal Theory and how this explains behavior and regulation in our kids. Make sure to tune in now to learn: What is the difference between a top-down and bottom-up approach to behavior? Why asking a child to change their behavior doesn’t work The 3 types of movement challenges that Autistic kids face How do music and rhythm impact our children’s movement Why r...

115 Light your child's brain with SULFORAPHANE

May 12, 2023 16:45 - 43 minutes - 31.8 MB

Episode 115 with Dr. Christine Houghton is a SULFORAPHANE SPOTLIGHT EPISODE. You will learn: Why sulforaphane is an effective gateway therapeutic molecule, How it can be used to build up gut healing in patients, Why food doesn’t work instead of supplements in this case, and What dosing looks like Why you shouldn’t just overload on broccoli Sit back, relax and let’s jump into Sulphoraphane. In the meantime, you can find Dr. Houghton on www.cell-logic.com.au, and you can find gut he...

114 Tracking Food and Behavior - Connect the dots

May 05, 2023 14:51 - 21 minutes - 13.9 MB

Welcome to Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids, the podcast that helps parents and practitioners support their children's growth and development through gut health, functional nutrition principles, and effective learning strategies. In this episode, host Dr. Vaish Sarathy speaks with Animesh Kumar, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Ocean Friends, a company that uses cutting-edge AI to help families manage nutrition and behavior for children with Autism. Animesh shares his pers...

113 Genetics and Nutrient Deficiencies with Amanda Archibald

April 28, 2023 17:29 - 49 minutes - 31.5 MB

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Amanda Archibald about the importance of diversity in food as medicine. We discuss: Why Euro-Centric cuisines could be completely missing the point for other cultures. The significance of polyphenols and bioactives in ancient cuisines, The interplay between genetics and nutrient deficiencies Why it is super important to start with food first! Neurotransmitters and Nutrient deficienicies This is a far-reaching podcast, and we also delved into inflammat...

112 How long should my child be Gluten Free?

April 07, 2023 17:43 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

In this episode, Dr. Vaish Sarathy answers the question of how long a child should be gluten-free. Tune in to learn about: how long it takes to be on a gluten free diet to see results the signs of success on a gluten free diet why studies can be contradictory in their results on whether going gluten free can help. the significance of gluten in children with Autism, Down Syndrome and Gut Issues is removing gluten enough? If you are looking for a course that will take you through t...

111. Ten ways to help your child fall asleep with Deepa Kannan

March 24, 2023 16:07 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

If you are struggling with your child taking hours to fall asleep or waking up at odd times in the day, you are absolutely not alone. Some studies say that up to 80% of Autistic kids experience some form of sleep disturbance. Compared to neurotypical kids, Autistic kids were seen to be 2.6 times more likely to have a problem falling asleep, and 1.5 times more likely to have problems staying asleep. And if you are concerned about learning / focus / moods, you can pretty much forget about...

110 Keystone Habits for Moods and Focus in children

March 17, 2023 15:45 - 8 minutes - 8.53 MB

In this episode of Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids, host Vaish talks about keystone habits and their impact on children's learning and behavior. From the importance of a blood sugar balancing breakfast to the quality of sleep and screen time, Vaish shares practical tips and insights on how parents and caregivers can make small but powerful changes to help their children reach their full potential. Tune in to discover the power of keystone habits and how they can transform your chi...

109 Ear Seeds and Anxiety in Kids with Robin Green

March 10, 2023 15:49 - 26 minutes - 18.8 MB

I am in conversation with Robin Green, an expert in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, as she shares her knowledge and experience with Ear Seeds, a non-invasive, pain-free acupressure technique that can benefit children with Down Syndrome, Autism, ADHD, and other disabilities. Discover how Ear Seeds can help alleviate symptoms such as anxiety, focus and memory issues, pain, digestive problems, and weight loss, without any side effects. Robin explains how Ear Seeds wo...

108 Educating Neurodiverse kids in a Neurotypical World - part 1

February 24, 2023 15:46 - 10 minutes - 10.4 MB

When your child learns in a Neurodivergent way - whether they have ADHD / are Autistic / have Down Syndrome, it is highly unlikely that a structured school environment that teaches concepts step-by-regimented step is working out for them. If you find your child stuck - learning the colors, learning the alphabet, learning numbers, it may be time to branch out. And by branching out, I mean dismissing the notion that addition is some sort of holy gateway to math. Move along the way of non-...

107 Sleep, Attention and Behavior with Dr. Meghna Dassani

February 17, 2023 07:18 - 33 minutes - 23.7 MB

Is it Sleep or is it ADHD? You could really ask that question a million ways … Is it Blood Sugar Balance or is it ADHD? And so on… And it is likely both. The name of a collection of symptoms is different from the cause of the symptoms. In Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids we look at the Ins and Outs of Learning and Brain Health. What comes from the inside - nutrition and gut health, and what comes from the outside - learning skills and educational strategies. Sleep comes from...

106 Reading Comprehension - Cracking the Code with Dr. Marnie Ginsberg

January 27, 2023 17:49 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MB

“LIfe outcomes are poorer for kids who are not good readers” - says today’s featured guest Dr. Marnie Ginsberg. The truth of this statement is profound for neurotypical kids. Unfortunately, most kids with Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, or Autism are not even allowed to become good readers or to access material that is age appropriate. In episode 106 - we go into one specific area of Reading Comprehension - Cracking the Code. Dr. Marnie Ginsberg, Founder of Reading Simplified, is...

105 Magnesium - the how, why and what form for Kids

January 13, 2023 20:03 - 36 minutes - 23.9 MB

Did you know that there are almost 120,000 published papers studying Magnesium in Pubmed, and 150 of them just study Magnesium supporting hyperactivity. Over 300 study the effects of Magnesium and sleep and over 2000 publications study Magnesium and depression and it goes on. In fact last I looked, you could type in Magnesium and ANYTHING and you’d find a study for it. But should you do Magnesium Glycinate or Magnesium Sulfate or Magnesium Citrate Today’s guest Laura Collinwood, Regi...

104 Sound Therapies for Learning and Regulation with Ange Anderson

December 19, 2022 20:20 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

I am chatting with experienced Special Educator Ange Anderson. And this is a unique episode in that it ended up being a pretty exhaustive list of various sound therapies that Ange has used over the years and has found to be impactful in improving her students’ regulation. Among other things we talk about: Sound Baths Music Therapy Auditory Integration Therapy, etc. I often talk about 6 things you can do to start impacting learning right away - and these are in my free ebook - www...

103 It is a VATA generation of kids - with Nidhi Pandya

December 07, 2022 22:32 - 41 minutes - 24.3 MB

What’s common between Salads, cold milk, and lack of sleep? Nidhi Pandya, Ayurvedic Practitioner explains that every one of these can lead to increased Vata which is a common core of most neurological issues. Join me as I discuss how and why thousand year old Ayurvedic frameworks are still relevant today in treating diseases and dysfunction, that may never have been discussed in ancient times. We discuss: Why Ayurvedic principles still work today Gut Health per Ayurvedic dosha type ...

102 The Experience of Trauma in Mothers with Dr. Aimie Apigian

November 11, 2022 01:32 - 51 minutes - 32 MB

“When we have trauma patterns in our nervous system, the only possible outcome are behaviors that come from a trauma place.” Today’s episode is all about TRAUMA and the NERVOUS SYSTEM. Until this episode, I freely admit that I might have had a misunderstanding of trauma as an event, as opposed to an experience. Dr. Aimie calls it as anything that leaves a lasting effect on the body. Whether you have experienced Trauma, or care for someone who may have experienced Trauma, I hope this epis...

101 Ayurveda and Bio-Individual Medicine for Kids with KP Khalsa

October 26, 2022 23:08 - 36 minutes - 23.1 MB

Do traditional systems of medicine align with modern understanding of disease? The one question on my mind has always been that a lot of the disorders and dysfunctions we see today are rather new, at least in their extent and prevalence. How do Ayurveda or Chinese Medicine provide us with answers? Also, how far do we feel comfortable veering from traditional food practices, and moving away from foods like wheat and dairy, that were once considered nourishing? KP Khalsa, herbalist, nutrit...

100 How I taught my son the binary system of numbers at age 9

September 18, 2022 22:38 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MB

Did you know I taught the binary system of numbers to my son when he was maybe 9 years old. Not only that - at the time he could go back and forth between the binary and decimal system for small numbers. The twist is that my son has Down Syndrome, is Autistic and non-speaking. But I wouldn’t classify him as a genius. Over years I have worked on and refined a process that I call Non-Linear Education - that I have used to help my son overcome barriers - both imposed by society and sometim...

99 Growth and Nutrition in Kids with Dr. Bill Sears [includes special segment on Down Syndrome]

August 30, 2022 14:11 - 34 minutes - 22.4 MB

There is often a correlation between how a child eats and how they learn. Dr. Bill Sears in this podcast talks about 4 points that he teaches kids and parents to focus on: Go Fish Go Green Go Nuts, and Go Blue I am so excited to interview someone whose work I have followed so closely when my kids were younger. I am pretty sure I was on the “askdrsears.com" website all the time. In this episode Dr. Bill Sears talks about how he addresses growth issues in his practice, and does a s...

98 Moving your child with Down Syndrome beyond Purees - with Dr. Kay Toomey

August 19, 2022 16:44 - 54 minutes - 37.1 MB

How can your child progress beyond purees? Today’s episode is part 2 in the series on Feeding Disorders in Down Syndrome - we are continuing on from Episode 92 with Dr. Kay Toomey who leads us a beautifully detailed explanation on the hierarchy of what feeding should like, especially in children with Down syndrome. This particular episode comes with several handouts that Dr. Kay Toomey references. I recommend that you have all of these opened while listening to the podcast - to give you...

97 TWO biggest myths in nutritional interventions

July 23, 2022 14:35 - 9 minutes - 6.66 MB

TWO biggest myths in nutritional interventions (and the reason most dietary changes don’t work). Did you know that 10-30% of children with ADHD don’t respond to medication, or worse, experience adverse effects to these medications? It is high time to try easier and more effective strategies such as dietary changes for brain health. If Food is Medicine, there should be nothing that can go wrong when you enter the area of Nutritional Interventions, right? No, there are two huge areas ...

96 The 9-step toolkit to transforming food habits in your child with Dr. Sachin Patel

July 09, 2022 02:19 - 33 minutes - 24.5 MB

What if you had a toolbox that told you exactly where to start with your child’s health? Honestly, if we could all just find a place to start, just that one foothold over the seemingly rocky cliffs of food and nutrition, the next foothold is often apparent. Sometimes after years of a healthy, fantastic diet, you might hit a plateau again, and that is when a handy toolkit, right in place can help you find your foot hold yet again. In this podcast, Dr. Sachin Patel leads us through a 9 s...

95 Activation of the Vagus Nerve for your Autistic Child - with Dr. Navaz Habib

June 15, 2022 21:02 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

If your child has trouble falling asleep, moving from a state of distress to a state of calm, if they have trouble with digestion, they likely have something called low Vagal Tone. The Vagus Nerve is the longest nerve in the body and touches so many aspects of our functioning and is known to be a factor especially in children with digestive, neurological and inflammatory concerns, and I think that accounts for most of us kids with disabilities. Dr. Navaz Habib, the author of “Activate Your...

94. Changing your child's genes through food with Amanda Archibald

May 29, 2022 20:51 - 39 minutes - 30.3 MB

Can you change your genetic expression based on what you eat? Conversely, if you are one of those people that are chronically deficient in say, Iron or Vitamin D, are your genes to blame? And what can you do about it? How can this apply to factors that affect Autism/ADHD symptoms? In this episode, Amanda Archibald, pioneer in genomic nutrition, explains to us how - not only do genes affect how you can process food, but you can actually fine tune the food you eat to optimize your genes? ...

93. Getting started with CBD - with Dr. Julie Buckley

May 13, 2022 03:38 - 39 minutes - 25.9 MB

If your child struggles with anxiety, aggression, seizure or even sleep issues, how many times have you had someone advice you - “Have you tried CBD”? Every time I hear this, I wonder how CBD can be the answer to EVERY problem? It turns out, it is quite possible. Dr. Julie Buckley makes her second appearance on Episode 93 of Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids in this fantastic deep dive into CBD and how to get started for your child! I learned 3 important things: Pure CBD (wit...

92 Picky Eating and Down Syndrome - the fundamentals with Dr. Kay Toomey

May 06, 2022 17:31 - 45 minutes - 30.1 MB

Today’s episode is one of a kind - an expert leads us into incredible detail into the physical and physiological principles behind picky eating and other feeding disorders, specially in children and adults with Down syndrome. If that sounds complex, I assure you that while it is complex, it is not complicated. Dr. Kay Toomey, in this episode talks to us about postural stability and breathing and how they relate to Feeding Delays. I love it when an expert takes us back to the basics. We ...

91 Light is information for your child - with Dr. Roudy Nassif

April 29, 2022 03:24 - 41 minutes - 27.4 MB

What information does LIGHT bring to your child? Can artificial sources of light actually lower attention and cause dysregulation? Can you hear a light? Roudy Nassif, founder of VivaRays, and all-round light wiz leaves us with a lot of really new information about how light influences every body system we have and leaves us with 3 tips to use light to our benefit (and our kids’ benefit) Go outside and witness the sunrise for at least 15 mins. I just started doing this, and I can attest...

90 The Value of a Math Education – With Madison Hollman [Autistic Voices]

April 29, 2022 03:22

Madison is non-speaking, Autistic, and passionate that EVERYONE have access to a Math and Science Education. As a speller who was treated throughout school as though she understood very little, Madison speaks up for everyone as she insists that not just Math, even Advanced Math should be accessible to everyone! This is a video podcast and can be accessed HERE. Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doct...

89 Is School going to educate your child?

April 01, 2022 16:25 - 13 minutes - 8.47 MB

Is school the right place for Education? Today we discuss this age-old question with some interesting twists. If you are the parent of a child with Autism / Down Syndrome / Cerebral Palsy / Other hidden disabilities, you might find that the questions about school are very different for you. I provide an decision / question framework to help you decide for yourself. Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, n...

88 Herbal Medicine for Chronic Health Issues in Kids with Dr Mary Bove

March 11, 2022 04:05 - 37 minutes - 25.1 MB

Wouldn’t you love it if there were natural, plant-sourced, HERBAL alternatives to everything chronic you have been struggling with for your or your child, whether that be attention or digestive issues or immune support? Today’s guest Dr. Mary Bove is a herbal medicine expert and takes us through the ins and outs of herbal medicine, when it works and what is often missed in application for kids. Here’s a spoiler: Dr. Bove’s favorite herbs for kids under 5 are: Fennel Seed Chamomile Flo...

87 The Value of Alternative Communication with Danny Whitty

March 11, 2022 03:58 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

NOTE: This Episode is Available on YOUTUBE at https://youtu.be/aGRTnqxvsqg Danny Whitty is a nonspeaking Autistic and Apraxic man, who was unable to communicate his thoughts for 30 years of his life. He now uses S2C (Spelling to Communicate) to share his deep insight, advocacy, writing and poetry with the world. In this episode, Danny shares about the people that have made a difference in his life, about how access to communication has completely transformed the way he shares, and the ...

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