Podcasts about brain development

Taylor joined Chris at Ablaze Formation Week so they got to record IN PERSON! They shared insights from the topics covered during the retreat about coming to grips with our primary values, childhood brain development and The Four Loves with help from our friend C.S. Lewis. Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on the craziness of each episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW! Help other people find the show by taking a few moments to leave a review in your podcasting app. Thanks! YouTube Check out the show and other exclusive videos on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/fortecatholic Connect

In this episode of Reimagine Childhood from the Early Childhood Christian Network, host Monica Healer talks with pediatric occupational therapist and skidamarinkkids.com founder Kendra Worley about rising developmental concerns in young children, including sensory regulation challenges, speech delays, anxiety, ADHD, and autism-related symptoms. Kendra explains functional disconnect syndrome and God's design for brain development, describing the right brain as the foundational "brake pedal" and the left brain as the "gas pedal," and how modern life can over-stimulate left-brain activity through stress, screens, early academics, overstimulating environments, and reduced movement. She shares practical classroom strategies to support balanced development, including big-body play, stop-and-start games, breathing, encouraging an upward gaze, using the left side/left hand, visual tracking, and gratitude practices, and points listeners to her Tantrum Tamer app and resources at skidamarinkkids.com.   00:00 Welcome to Reimagine Childhood 01:37 Why Kids Are Struggling More 04:23 Gods Design for Brain Balance 13:48 Modern Triggers and Practical Fixes 22:04 Stressed Parents and Connection 22:56 Screens Replace Outdoor Regulation 25:38 Classroom Tools for Self Regulation 36:39 Gratitude Big Picture Wrap Up Here's a great article on that goes more in-depth about what you might see as far as behavior goes in children with delayed right-brain development or left-brain development! So fascinating! Find other amazing resources at https://skidamarinkkids.com/ Download the free Tantrum Tamer app to help you with tools for the classroom (or as a resource for parents). And follow Kendra(a pediatric occupational therapist) and her colleague, Ali (a speech/language pathologist) on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/skidamarinkkids/

I've had so many incredible conversations about parenting over the years that I wanted to bring some of my favorites together in one episode. We cover everything from picky eating and meal prep to airway health, sleep, environmental toxins, and raising resilient kids.  → Leave Us A Voice Message!  Topics Discussed: → Why is my child a picky eater? → Can snoring affect my child's brain? → How can I reduce toxins at home? → What causes kids to feel dysregulated? → How can I help my child sleep better? Sponsored By:  → Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.→ Timeline | Timeline's clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79, when you subscribe at https://timeline.com/KELLY → Fatty 15 | Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout. → Kosterina | You can shop all my favorites at https://www.kosterina.com/bewell and use code KELLY for 15% off your first order. Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:00:58 - Rachel Mansfield: Meal Prep For Families  → 00:02:35 - Grocery Shopping  → 00:05:28 - Favorite Meals  → 00:12:07 - Kitchen Appliances  → 00:14:16 - Picky Eating  → 00:17:01 - Lindsay Dahl: Baby + toddler safety → 00:19:27 - Lowering Your Toxic Load  → 00:24:54 - Testing Your Toxic Load  → 00:27:21 - Legislation Changes  → 00:29:55 - Third Party Testing  → 00:32:55 - PFAs + Heavy Metals  → 00:36:40 - Dr. Tracy Tran: Airway Health Explained → 00:41:33 - ADHD + Sleep Breathing  → 00:43:31 - Adenoid Face + Tongue Ties → 00:48:50 - Kids' Sleep Issues → 00:49:48 - Healthy Face Development → 00:51:21 - Airway Expansion  → 00:53:54 - Alyssa Campbell: Guiding Kids Through Big Emotions → 00:57:54 - Connecting With Your Child → 01:00:58 - Needs + Emotions  → 01:05:20 - Big Kid Issues  Further Listening:  → Picky Eaters, Family Dinners, + Stress-Free Meal Systems | Rachel Mansfield → How to Protect Your Family from Everyday Toxins | Lindsay Dahl → Tongue Ties & Sleep Issues Every Parent Should Know | Dr. Tracy Tran → Big Kids, Bigger Feelings: Raising Confident and Connected Children | Alyssa Campbell Check Out Rachel: → Website: https://cadootz!.com/ → Instagram:  Instagram → New Book Check Out Lindsay:  → Website: https://lindsaydahl.com/  → Instagram: @lindsay_dahl → Book: Cleaning House Check Out Dr. Tracy Tran: → Instagram:  @drtracytran → Website: https://www.drtracytran.com/  Check Out Alyssa: → Instagram: @seed.and.sew → Website: Seed & Sew → Book: Big Kids, Bigger Feelings  → Podcast: Voices of Your Village → Free Resources Check Out Kelly: → Instagram → Youtube → Facebook

Welcome back to another episode of Two Parents & A Podcast — it's FRIDAY (and yes, as promised, Harrison has brought his Friday energy!!!). For our listeners who like a parent-heavy episode more than Harrison — this one is for you!! (lol) OK so - did you know 90% of your adult brain develops between 0 & 5?! WE DIDN'T! So we dug into a few child development topics on this episode: First… your toddler saying "um" isn't rude (side note: is it rude for adults to say um?!), it's actually an important development milestone. Other interesting things: babies who swim actually DEVELOP FASTER (better coordination, balance & body control, and they walk faster too!) and why kids in the 0-5 range absorb language SO much easier than we do as adults (it's a brain state thing called theta and it's genuinely fascinating). Since that was “too much parenting talk” for Harrison, we did one of our date night check-ins live on the pod (ok guys, this is Jules now — would you imagine their date night convo has much to do with kids?? and when they said "kids aside," the updates also primarily revolved around parenting LOL. But no, we get a really good Flock update and a feeding journey update from Alex in this section). Other stuff: West & Jesse are friends again?, PSA on why you should never put your kid in a blue bathing suit (safety!!), Siete is (kind of) changing their ingredients after being acquired by Pepsi, there's a LIZARD in our house, and Harrison is still on that book club is just girls night in disguise. OH and Ginny made her pod debut!!  LOVE YOU GUYS! Timestamps:  00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast! 00:02:22 SKIP IF YOU HATE FUN: West soft launches friendship with Jesse 00:05:28 The “WOW, that was louder than I thought” neighbor gift  00:08:25 Why are “dad injuries” so embarrassing?!  00:11:05 Toddlers saying "um" is a developmental milestone?! 00:18:20 PSA: NEVER put your kid in a blue bathing suit  00:19:00 Babies who swim actually DEVELOP FASTER (new study!) 00:20:05 90% of your adult brain develops between 0 & 5  00:23:34 Being away from your kids for even ONE night feels like too much 00:25:09 The viral "normalize telling your kid they're not special" video debate 00:31:40 Siete was bought by PEPSI (& the misleading headline about their ingredients!) 00:38:23 UNHINGED mom hacks: tooth quality tooth fairy, a wig for hair-holding & more 00:43:15 Harrison still wants everyone to know that book club in girls night in disguise  00:49:00 MID-EPISODE CHECK IN: health, work, friends, postpartum & more  01:03:30 We had a LIZARD in our house last night?! 01:04:28 ”Minnesota nice" is a real thing?!  01:06:45 LOVE YOU GUYS! #twoparentsandapod -------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our sponsors this week: *Ollie: Ollie. Feed the Obsession. Go to https://www.ollie.com/twoparents and use code TWOPARENTS to get 70% off your first box! *Hers: Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://www.forhers.com/twoparents  to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. *FODZYME: We're so excited to partner with FODZYME and offer you 30% off your first order when you go to https://www.Icaneatagain.com/twoparents -------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to the pod on YouTube/Spotify/Apple: https://www.youtube.com/@twoparentsandapod https://open.spotify.com/show/7BxuZnHmNzOX9MdnzyU4bD?si=5e715ebaf9014fac https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-parents-a-podcast/id1737442386 -------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Two Parents & A Podcast: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/twoparentsandapod TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@twoparentsandapod Follow Alex Bennett: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/justalexbennett TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@justalexbennett Follow Harrison Fugman: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/harrisonfugman TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@harrisonfugman -------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by: Just Media House – https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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It costs up to $2 billion and fifteen years to develop a drug, and big pharma still fails half the time at the final stage. BullFrog AI founder, Chairman, and CEO Vin Singh joins Craig Smith with a clear diagnosis of why: the industry keeps picking the wrong drug target from the beginning, and no amount of downstream optimization fixes a fundamentally wrong starting point. Built on AI technology originally developed at Johns Hopkins' Applied Physics Lab, BullFrog has assembled a three-stage platform that cleans messy clinical data, runs causal analysis to map disease pathways, and then ranks competing drug targets using a competitive framework that removes the subjectivity most pharmaceutical decision-making still relies on. The most striking results in this conversation come from two case studies: work with the Lieber Institute for Brain Development - analyzing thousands of post-mortem brains - that led to the identification of potential driver genes for depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia in months from data that researchers had spent fifteen years studying, and a pancreatic cancer trial where BullFrog's platform identified a patient subgroup with survival rates three times higher than the study average. Vin also delivers a candid assessment of the broader AI-pharma landscape: more than 90% of AI deals in the space are missing their milestones, most companies are wrapping open-source tools rather than building genuine technology, and the shakeout between players and pretenders is already well underway. Subscribe to Eye on A.I. for weekly conversations with the people building and deploying the future of AI.

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Dr. Tony Ebel sits down with Sharon Cryan, founder of FoodNerd, for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked pillars of children's health: not just what's in our food, but how it's made. Sharon shares her powerful origin story — born to a single mother with MS, watching chronic illness shape the world around her — and how that journey led her from law school to revolutionizing food manufacturing. Together, they unpack the truth about ultra-processed foods, the gap in processing transparency that even health-conscious parents miss, and why natural flavors aren't as safe as they sound. Sharon also breaks down FoodNerd's Cold Processing Nutrient Lock Technology, the critical first 1,000 days of a child's life, and why their products are specifically formulated for kids on the autistic spectrum. This one will change how you read a food label — and how you stock your pantry.-----Links & Resources:Follow Sharon on Instagram: @sharonrosecryan and @foodnerdincLearn more and shop FoodNerd Products: www.foodnerdinc.com-----Key Topics & Timestamps00:07 Sharon's Origin Story: Born Into Chronic Illness 00:11 The Health Inequality Nobody Was Talking About 00:13 From Wanting to Be a Doctor to Law School 00:16 The FDA Isn't Protecting You — The Food Manufacturer Is 00:23 How to Actually Read a Food Label 00:25 It's Not Just the Ingredients, It's the Processing 00:28 The Dirty Truth About Natural Flavors 00:32 FoodNerd's Cold Processing Nutrient Lock Technology Explained 00:38 The First 1,000 Days: The Most Critical Window of a Child's Life 00:48 Sulforaphane and Kids on the Autistic Spectrum-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocsFacebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs NetworkYoutube: The PX DocsFor more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care.Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

True Crime Trauma: The Mental Toll Of Exposing The Truth Some jobs force employees to carry a heavy emotional burden that's hard to put down when you clock out. Filmmaker Colin Browen's daily work involves uncovering decades of ignored and horrifying crimes against children. Browen details the mental toll of his career and how he's maintained his mental wellbeing while working on his upcoming true crime docuseries. Guest: Colin Browen, filmmaker, host, Murder in America & The Paranormal Files   How Writing By Hand May Make You Smarter And More Creative In an era dominated by keyboards, it is easy to think handwriting is a skill of the past. But are we shortchanging our brains by abandoning this ability? Our guests this week explore the critical cognitive benefits of handwriting and discuss how the physical act of writing by hand significantly boosts literacy, memory retention, and idea generation. Guests:  Dr. Danny Oppenheimer, professor of decision sciences, Carnegie Mellon University Dr. Virginia Wise Berninger, professor emerita, University of Washington Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Writing By Hand May Make You Smarter And More Creative In an era dominated by keyboards, it is easy to think handwriting is a skill of the past. But are we shortchanging our brains by abandoning this ability? Our guests this week explore the critical cognitive benefits of handwriting and discuss how the physical act of writing by hand significantly boosts literacy, memory retention, and idea generation. Guests:  Dr. Danny Oppenheimer, professor of decision sciences, Carnegie Mellon University Dr. Virginia Wise Berninger, professor emerita, University of Washington Host: Greg Johnson Producer: Libby Foster   Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sugar-Free Diets Disrupted Gut Microbiome and Metabolism A 16-week sucrose-free, low-fat diet study presented at ENDO 2026 found mice developed insulin resistance, impaired glucose tolerance, gut microbiome imbalance, intestinal inflammation, and fatty liver disease signs despite no weight gain or calorie difference. Host Dave Asprey breaks down why eliminating sugar entirely may be more detrimental than previously thought, the gut-bacteria-to-metabolism cascade that explains the metabolic damage, and why balanced nutrition matters more than simply removing sugar from your stack. Sources: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260614011843.htm https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-eliminating-sugar-may-alter-the-gut-microbiome-mouse-study https://nypost.com/2026/06/13/health/going-sugar-free-can-mess-with-your-gut-and-metabolism/ ~~ Taurine Did Not Boost Acute Aerobic Performance A randomized, triple-blind, cross-over study of 16 physically active young adults found acute 1-gram taurine ingestion one hour before exercise produced no significant improvements in peak oxygen consumption, time to exhaustion, respiratory compensation point, or lipid/glycolytic metabolism variables. Host Dave Asprey explains why taurine remains popular in energy drinks and pre-workouts despite limited scientific evidence, what dosages and activity types future research should test, and why a reality check on a billion-dollar supplement category is exactly the kind of truth biohackers need. Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42268287/ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260611024609.htm ~~ Copper Therapy Improved Memory and Reduced Alzheimer's Proteins in Mice Lab trials from Monash University published in ACS Chemical Neuroscience found Cu(ATSM), a copper-delivery compound, increased P-glycoprotein abundance by 24.1 percent at the blood-brain barrier, reduced toxic amyloid-beta by 42 percent over 56 days, and improved spatial learning by nearly 44 percent in an Alzheimer's mouse model. Host Dave Asprey breaks down why repairing the brain's waste-clearing pump is a potential new therapeutic avenue for neurovascular dysfunction, why Cu(ATSM) has strong potential to fast-track into human clinics since it's already tested for Parkinson's and ALS, and why biometal therapies like this could be the next frontier in Alzheimer's treatment. Sources: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20260615/Lab-trials-prove-copper-therapy-enhances-cognitive-function-and-spatial-learning.aspx https://www.monash.edu/news/articles/copper-drug-restores-memory-and-clears-toxic-alzheimers-proteins https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acschemneuro.6c00252 ~~ Socioeconomic Factors Biologically Embedded in Children's Brains A study of 2,300+ 9- and 10-year-olds published in Science found socioeconomic factors—household income, education, neighborhood quality—were the dominant variable affecting brain development, with MRI-visible differences in sensory processing and motor control regions linked to less sleep, more stress, and higher social media use in lower-income neighborhoods. Host Dave Asprey explains why socioeconomics became “biologically embedded” in preteen brains, how sleep-stress-screen circuits alter wakefulness and alertness, and why earlier studies focusing on IQ or mental health without accounting for environment may require reevaluation. Sources: https://www.npr.org/2026/06/11/nx-s1-5849937/child-brain-development-stress-sleep-neighborhood-economics https://abcdstudy.org/ ~~ Strength Training Sweet Spot for Longevity Is 90–120 Minutes Per Week A 30-year observational study of 147,374 participants published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found 90–119 minutes per week of strength training delivered 13 percent lower all-cause mortality, 19 percent lower cardiovascular mortality, and 27 percent lower neurological mortality, with no additional benefit above 120 minutes. Host Dave Asprey breaks down why more isn't always better when it comes to resistance training, why combining strength with aerobic exercise dropped mortality risk by 45–58 percent at highest levels, and why 15–20 minutes a day or 30–40 minutes three times weekly is the minimum effective dose for longevity. Sources: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/06/260611024609.htm https://academic.oup.com/sleep/article/48/8/zsaf127/8129074 https://www.bmj.com/content/bsjspor/early/2025/06/11/bjsports-2025-110503 ~~ This episode is designed for biohackers, longevity seekers, and high-performance listeners who want mechanism-level clarity on sugar-free diet metabolic risks, taurine supplement efficacy, copper-based Alzheimer's therapeutics, childhood environmental brain development, and strength training longevity dosing. 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This week's topics include SES and brain development in kids, lifestyle changes and multimobidity, food labeling and childhood obesity, and prehabilitation in elders.

HIS BRAIN. HER BRAIN. Same Destination, Different Timelines What if one of the most accepted beliefs about men and women survives not because it is entirely true, but because almost nobody has questioned the assumptions hiding underneath it? For generations, culture has repeated the same conclusion: women mature faster than men. The statement sounds obvious. It appears in classrooms, relationships, family systems, popular psychology, and everyday conversation. Yet the moment we investigate what maturity actually means, the certainty begins to fracture. Mature according to what metric? Emotional regulation? Executive functioning? Relational intelligence? Identity formation? Risk assessment? Existential awareness? Spiritual insight? The answer changes depending upon which developmental faculty occupies the microscope.

Dr. Carole Keim sits down with neurologist and Mama Bird founder Dr. Mika Gupta for an insightful conversation about baby brain development and the critical role nutrition plays from preconception through early childhood. As both a physician and a mom, Dr. Gupta draws on personal experience and explains the concept of the “first 1,000 days”. She explains why this window is so important for building a strong foundation for a child's lifelong brain health. Together, Dr. Keim and Dr. Gupta explore how thoughtful nutritional choices can support mom and baby during this period of rapid growth and development. Dr. Gupta and Dr. Keim discuss key nutrients that support brain development, including iron, DHA, choline, iodine, and methylated B vitamins, along with practical guidance on how to meet these needs through diet and supplementation. Dr. Gupta also breaks down common misconceptions about prenatal vitamins. She highlights the importance of ingredient forms like methylfolate and why one supplement may not cover everything. With Dr. Keim's warm and relatable guidance, this episode empowers parents with knowledge to make informed, supportive choices for themselves and their growing babies. Key Moments 00:00 Meet Dr. Mika Gupta and her journey into neurology and nutrition 02:19 What are the “first 1,000 days” and why they matter 03:03 Why prenatal vitamins should start before pregnancy 04:03 Understanding MTHFR and methylated vitamins 06:22 Key nutrients for baby's brain development explained 08:22 Can you get enough nutrients from food alone? 11:26 Nutrition needs during postpartum and breastfeeding 12:48 Common mistakes when choosing prenatal vitamins 16:44 Why one prenatal vitamin isn't enough for everything 18:38 What “brain-first” vitamins mean 23:55 One key takeaway for supporting baby's brain development About Dr. Mika Gupta: Dr. Mika Gupta is a double board-certified neurologist, MIT-trained, and founder of Mama Bird. She's also a mother of two — a daughter training at the Royal Ballet School and a son with Down syndrome — two radically different brains that taught her more about human potential than any textbook ever could. After her son was born, Dr. Gupta stopped trusting a system that was never built for women and started building what should have existed all along: evidence-based tools for brain health during the first 1000 days, the most critical window of development. She's a brain activist — helping women see that the invisible architecture they build and sustain is the most neurologically important work in human life. __  Resources discussed in this episode: The Holistic Mamas Handbook is available on Amazon The Baby Manual is also available on Amazon __ __ Contact Dr. Carole Keim MD Website: CaroleKeim.com Linktree TikTok Instagram Contact Dr. Mika Gupta Website: DrBrainMom.com Website: LoveMamaBird.com Dr. Mika Gupta on LinkedIn Instagram: @drbrainmom ---FullScriptUse this link to get 10% off and free shipping for orders over $50.HIRO DiapersUse code DRCAROLEKEIM for a discount at checkout. Click here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Gosia Betancourt didn't stumble into great parenting — she designed it. Two ideas from this conversation worth keeping. Variety is a method, not a detour. Most parents wait for their kids to find their passion. Gosia chose something different — she gave her boys width before depth. Not because she didn't care about excellence, but because she understood that breadth is how you build a richer, more capable person. Early specialization feels like a shortcut. It's often a ceiling. Finding the way is the lesson. Gosia's life is proof that conditions are never perfect — and that waiting for them is the real risk. She didn't have the language, the money, or the connections. She moved anyway. And somewhere along the way, that became the gift she passed on to her kids. Not a clear path, but the confidence to find one. Two things to take into this week:   Expose them intentionally. Variety is development, not distraction.  Let them face some obstacles. Not all of them need to be removed. That's Parent Shift. Gosia Betancourt Episode Link — https://open.spotify.com/episode/33tS8ZyjORSaNKEws8lJCm?si=757710346bb44530 If today's conversation resonated, subscribe at hernanchousa.com for one idea every Friday for sports parents.

Today's episode is all about how childhood literally shapes the brain.Our most important experiences – from learning to read, to the growing complexity of our social lives at school, and even the video games we play – leave physical traces in how our brains get organized that shape how we see the world as adults.But how does the brain actually know what parts of our lives are actually important enough to reorganize around? How do particular experiences get under the hood to leave their mark on the developing brain?Today's guest, Stanford psychology professor Kalanit Grill-Spector, has spent her career trying to answer these questions. She's has been imaging children's brains – from infants to teenagers – to watch this reorganization unfold. Her work focuses on how our visual experience as children shapes our brains and how we see the world – what she and her team have found is not always what they expected.Learn MoreThe Vision and Perception Neuroscience Lab at Stanford Humanities and SciencesBrain's face recognition area grows much bigger as we get older (New Scientist, 2017)Neuroscientists use AI to simulate how the brain makes sense of the visual world (Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute, 2025)Bridging nature and nurture: The brain's flexible foundation from birth (Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute, 2025)Extensive childhood experience with Pokémon suggests eccentricity drives organization of visual cortex (Nature Human Behavior, 2019)Cortical recycling in high-level visual cortex during childhood development (Nature Human Behaviour, 2021)A unifying framework for functional organization in early and higher ventral visual cortex (Neuron, 2024)The emergence of visual category representations in infants' brains (eLife, 2024)White matter connections of human ventral temporal cortex are organized by cytoarchitecture, eccentricity and category-selectivity from birth (Nature Human Behaviour, 2025)Send us a text!Thanks for listening! If you're enjoying our show, please take a moment to give us a review on your podcast app of choice and share this episode with your friends. That's how we grow as a show and bring the stories of the frontiers of neuroscience to a wider audience.We want to hear from your neurons! Email us at at neuronspodcast@stanford.eduLearn more about the Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute at Stanford and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. 

Why do some people continue improving long after they've already succeeded?Jonathan Cohen sits down with performance coach and speaker Lauren Johnson to explore the psychology behind elite performance, mental toughness, and long-term resilience.As an advisor to executives, entrepreneurs, and professional athletes, Lauren explains why the best performers never stop refining the fundamentals. From attention management and confidence to consistency, self-talk, and emotional resilience, this conversation breaks down the mental skills required to perform under pressure without burning out.The episode also explores identity, personal growth, neuroscience, and how mental fitness can be developed at every stage of life.

On this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster sits down with the owner of the Infinity Neuromotor Development Center, Dr. Josh Madsen, to discuss pediatric neurological development and the importance of early intervention for developmental challenges. The conversation explores why the "wait and see" approach can be problematic, especially given how rapidly the brain develops in early childhood. The episode breaks down the clinic's developmental pyramid model, focusing on metabolic health, primitive reflex integration, vestibular and ocular systems, and higher cognitive development. Additional topics include neuroinflammation in autism, environmental and dietary stressors, reducing toxic burden in the home, and innovative therapies such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), EWOT, laser therapy, and neurologic rehabilitation technologies. The episode also provides practical insight for parents on creating engaging, movement-based therapeutic environments and limiting excessive screen exposure in young children. Neurologic Wellness Institute Boca Raton, FL | Chicago, IL | Waukesha, WI | Wood Dale, IL This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Brain development can be understood as a process of four maturing stages: survival, emotional, attachment and cognitive. These stages hold a key to understanding both poor and healthy thought processes. In this episode of Breaking Bread, Dr. Kirby Reutter steps us through brain development, how trauma impacts it and how by God's grace we can think healthier.    Show Notes:   The first dimension of the brain to develop very early in life is the survival brain. Survival lies at the heart of the operations of the survival brain. The responses of fight, flight and freeze protect and train us to respond to our surrounds and preserve life.  Healthy development : A child has a healthy co-regulator (parent figure) who helps them regulate their responses and properly protects them.  Unhealthy development: A child does not have a healthy co-regulator and their safety is exploited. Fight, flight and freeze become a constant regular reaction to outside stimuli.    The second dimension of the brain to develop is the emotional brain. Responses to outside stimuli are mapped to feelings.  Healthy development: A properly developed survival brain allows for a developing emotional brain. The full range of emotions, both comfortable emotions (positive) and uncomfortable emotions (negative) are appropriately experienced.  Unhealthy development: An underdeveloped survival brain has a detrimental effect on the developing emotional brain. Negative emotions (primarily fear and anger) are over developed because of their abundant use. At the same time, positive emotions under develop because of their infrequent use or betraying affect.  The third dimension of the brain to develop is the attachment brain. This development helps us connect with another human in relationship.   Healthy development: A healthy emotional brain allows for a healthy attachment brain to develop. A recognition exists that people and relationships are needed. A child is seen, safe and soothed by another person (parent figure).  Unhealthy development: An unhealthy emotional brain thwarts a maturing attachment brain. A belief emerges that recognizes people as a threat and relationships as dangerous.   The fourth dimension of the brain to develop is the cognitive brain. This is the thinking brain, responsible for reasoning and judgement.   Healthy development: A healthy attachment brain gives way to healthy thinking and reasoning. A healthy cognitive brain will making good decisions, recognize cause and effect, seeing short term and long term goals, identifying pros and cons, thinking abstractly, theoretically, logically and linguistically.  Unhealthy development: An unhealthy attachment brain skews the cognitive development. Decisions and judgements are made through the lens of a threatening world.  

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Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 4-30-2026:>/p> Dr. Dawn opens with a bike safety public service message, noting a 34% increase in bicycle use in Santa Cruz alongside rising e-bike accidents. She urges drivers to stay vigilant and calls for education and enforcement of helmet laws, particularly for riders under 18. A University of Michigan researcher discovered that standard nitrile, latex, and vinyl gloves shed stearate particles indistinguishable from polyethylene under spectroscopy, contaminating microplastics research with approximately 2,000 false positives per square millimeter. Only clean-room gloves avoided this problem, throwing years of microplastics studies into question. Dr. Dawn explains skin's three-layer structure and the stratum corneum's ceramide-based moisture barrier. She warns against stripping natural oils with astringents and hot showers, notes that UV disrupts proteins holding skin cells together, and cites a 2019 study showing moisturing treatment reduced circulating inflammatory cytokines in older adults. Making music coordinates sound, vision, motor control, and imagination across the brain. Studies show musicians have more gray matter, better executive function, sharper memory, and even reduced pain sensitivity. A 2010 paper found musicians who began before age seven have a larger corpus callosum, and a 2024 study showed pianists had better working memory while woodwind players did best at executive function. Stanford researcher Pascal Geldsetzer analyzed populations in Australia, New Zealand, Wales, and Ontario, finding the Shingrix vaccine reduces dementia risk by up to 20%. Dr. Dawn hypothesizes that even "dormant" varicella triggers low-level inflammation affecting brain microglia, and recommends spacing Shingrix three months apart from the second dose rather than one month to avoid side effects. A Nature study of 175 people watching movies found that observing someone being touched activates the same brain regions as being touched yourself—your brain experiences sensations in corresponding body parts. This vision-touch link could enable less invasive sensory testing for autistic individuals. Princeton and Flatiron Institute researchers identified four distinct autism phenotypes: broadly affected (10%), mixed with developmental delay (19%), moderate challenges (33%), and social/behavioral (37%). A second Nature study confirmed genetically distinct forms unfold on different timelines, with post-age-six diagnoses showing different genetic profiles than early childhood cases.

In this episode of the David vs. Goliath Podcast, Stan Gipe and Matt Dolman are joined by leading sexual abuse attorney Martin D. Gould to break down what makes these cases different—and why it matters for survivors seeking justice. They discuss trauma-informed advocacy, the long-term psychological impact of abuse, and why many survivors don't come forward until years later. The conversation also dives into the legal pathways still available—even decades after the abuse occurred. Plus, they unpack the growing concerns around online platforms like Roblox, where children may be exposed to predators, and what parents need to know to protect their families.

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The panel explores the invention of psychiatric diagnoses and overdiagnosis of ADHD, especially in boys, shaped by drug company interests. #ADHDCritique #PsychiatricDrugs #MentalHealthTruth #HealthTalks

What if understanding the brain required thinking like a mechanical engineer? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible, we explore an emerging field that is reshaping neuroscience—neuromechanics, where forces, stiffness, and material properties become key to understanding the brain and spinal cord.

Dr. Mauro Zappaterra trained at Harvard Medical School, holds both an MD and a PhD, and spent years in one of the most elite research labs in the world.Then he felt something move through his spine that changed everything. This episode starts with neuroscience and ends somewhere most people aren't used to going.  Right now there is a fluid bathing your brain. It pulses with every heartbeat. It clears toxins from your brain while you sleep. It guided the development of every neuron you were born with. Scientists are only beginning to understand what it does. Every major ancient tradition on earth built spiritual practices around activating this exact system. They called it the Crystal Palace. The third eye. The cave of Brahma. They mapped it thousands of years before we had MRI machines to confirm it. Dr. Zappaterra believes this system is the gateway to higher consciousness. We have the ability to activate this... all of us.  Visit Center for Integrated Behavioral HealthDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here

The panel explores fluoride removal, male infertility, and the media's failure to address the environmental toxicity crisis with the urgency it demands. #FluorideFacts #InfertilityCrisis #MediaSilence #HealthTalks

Dr. Marc Breedlove, PhD, is a professor of neuroscience at Michigan State University and an expert on how hormones shape brain development and sexual orientation. We discuss how prenatal testosterone impacts whether someone is romantically attracted to men or women later in life, and what correlates of sexual orientation — such as finger-length ratios — tell us about the role of hormones in brain and psychological development. We also discuss why the number of older brothers a male has biases sexual orientation. Throughout, we explain how nature and nurture interact to shape male-female differences, behavior, and romantic partner choice. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Rorra: https://rorra.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Marc Breedlove (00:03:24) Hormones & Sexual Orientation (00:07:37) Prenatal Testosterone, Finger Ratio, Men & Women Differences (00:14:08) Sponsors: David & Rorra (00:16:46) Finger Ratios, Prenatal Testosterone, Gay & Straight Men/Women (00:23:57) Mice & Sex Differences, Androgens (00:26:54) Brain Differences & Sexual Orientation (00:33:52) Group vs Individual Differences, Height Analogy; Bisexuality (00:36:57) Brain Development, Hormones & Behavior; Brain Plasticity (00:42:52) Sponsor: AG1 (00:44:16) Sexual Behavior, Libido (00:51:37) Gay Rams, Brain Differences (00:58:00) Aversion Pathway, Men vs Women, Same-Sex Partner (01:06:58) Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), Intersex Phenotypes (01:13:55) Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (AIS) (01:18:14) Sponsor: Function (01:19:25) Gay Men & Older Brothers, Maternal Immunization Hypothesis (01:32:55) CAH Carriers, Advantage, Stress Tolerance (01:35:41) Birds & Sexual Differentiation, Gynandromorphs (01:41:32) Anabolic Steroids, Hypersexuality; Adult Brain Plasticity (01:45:31) Age & Testosterone Decline; Sexual Orientation & Activities (01:53:14) Marc's Academic Journey, Ozarks, Luck (02:02:35) Exploration; Kids & Sex Differences (02:08:47) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Steven Storage is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist at Amen Clinics, where brain SPECT imaging is used to diagnose and treat conditions like ADHD at the neurological level. In this episode, he and Karena cover the four pillars of brain health, how social media hijacks your dopamine, why ADHD is both genetic and environmental, the seven subtypes of ADHD, what low dopamine actually feels like, and a simple cognitive technique to stop negative thoughts from running your day. What happens to your focus, your mood, and your sense of self when your brain isn't getting what it needs — and how do you even know? Dr. Storage breaks down the neuroscience in a way that's impossible to unhear, from why one bad night of sleep costs you 30% of your executive function to how your social media habit may be draining the same brain chemical you need to feel motivated. This is the brain health conversation that has been missing from the wellness space. (00:38) The Four Pillars of Brain Health Sleep, exercise, nutrition, and avoiding toxins — the foundation for a functioning brain 20 minutes of higher-intensity cardio every other day shown to be as powerful as antidepressant medication for the brain What the brain is actually doing while you sleep  Food is fuel or garbage — why refined sugar and processed foods are inflammatory for the brain (07:07) Social Media, Dopamine & the Addiction Loop Social media is engineered to produce a dopamine spike, and the crash after is real Doom scrolling depletes the same chemical needed for focus, motivation, and productivity Why students who decompress with video games before homework are setting themselves up to struggle (11:59) ADHD Explained — Genetics, Perimenopause & What's Really Happening ADHD is one of the most genetic conditions in psychiatry ADHD as a supply-demand issue: blood flow to the prefrontal cortex vs. the demands placed on it Why perimenopause triggers ADHD-like symptoms  The difference between brain fog from perimenopause and preexisting ADHD — and why one makes the other worse (21:04) ADHD as a Superpower — And Why Medication Isn't the Enemy Why traits coded as ADHD likely survived evolution  Creativity, hyper-focus, intuition, outside-the-box thinking — the real strengths of an ADHD brain The mismatch between ADHD wiring and traditional classrooms: why Dr. Storage doesn't view ADHD as a disorder Stimulants vs. non-stimulants — what Adderall actually does to the prefrontal cortex The goal isn't to eliminate the superpower — it's to modulate the brain so you can access focus when you need it without losing creativity (32:35) Brain Development, Early Diagnosis & Rewiring Negative Thoughts The prefrontal cortex isn't fully developed until mid-to-late 20s — so how do you know when to treat? New MRI data: kids treated for ADHD before age 12 showed accelerated prefrontal cortex development Dr. Storage's three-step method for negative thought patterns Why meditation builds metacognitive awareness and helps thoughts pass like luggage on a conveyor belt Thanks for the support from our partners, including:  Guest Resources Follow Dr. Steven Storage on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drstevenstorage/) Follow Dr. Steven Storage on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/discover/dr-steven-storage) Visit Amen Clinics (https://www.amenclinics.com) If this episode moved you, please consider supporting The Big Silence Foundation and exploring our resources: Connect with The Big Silence Community Order: The Big Silence Memoir audiobook (https://thebigsilence.com/pages/audiobook) Shop The Big Silence Self Love Collection (https://thebigsilence.com/collections/shop-all) Subscribe on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaL3RrbvDLuTTGFN4VYzEpw) Donate to The Big Silence Foundation (https://thebigsilence.com/donate) The Big Silence Resource Guide (https://thebigsilence.com/pages/resources) Find exclusive offers from our supporters (https://thebigsilence.com/pages/our-podcast-partners)

Up to 70% of dementia may be preventable, so why aren't more people talking about what actually drives cognitive decline? In this episode, I'm with Dr. Tommy Wood, neuroscientist and author of “The Stimulated Mind,” to explore the lifestyle levers that protect your brain across a lifetime. Learn how white matter hyperintensities develop and whether they can reverse, what MCTs and ketones actually do for a glucose-starved brain, and why social connection may be the most underrated variable in cognitive aging. What is the one change you could make today that would most protect your brain tomorrow?Want ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://bit.ly/4u5VSReGet Dr. Tommy Wood's book, “The Stimulated Mind”: https://bit.ly/4bYIUxE Listen to "Better Brain Fitness" on all your favorite platforms!YouTube: https://bit.ly/4bGqxMN Spotify: https://bit.ly/4c0OGPj Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3NL7toq

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Endocrine-disrupting chemicals like BPA interfere with hormones at even low doses. Dr. Cohen breaks down how they impact fertility, metabolism, brain development, and immune health. #HormoneHealth #EDCs #EnvironmentalToxins #HealthTalks

Do all those supplements claiming to be “natural Adderall” actually do anything, or are they just giving you a much-needed dose of vitamin B? That's the question we're attempting to answer as we continue down the rabbit hole of supplements and ADHD.    In an episode sponsored by the concept of multivitamins, Professor Kristin is covering the different types of vitamin B, what's happening at the molecular level, how vitamin B deficiencies impact the brain and body, and ways you can increase your intake without falling for supplement scams.    Whether you're a liver and onions type of gal, you like to graze on fistfuls of leafy greens, or you prefer to get your nutrients the old-fashioned way via vitamin gummies, increasing your vitamin B can transform your energy levels for the better, no gimmicks required.  Resources: Vitamin B-6 - ScienceDirect Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as a pyridoxine-dependent condition: Urinary diagnostic biomarkers - ScienceDirect Vitamins B9 and B12 in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): A systematic review: International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research: Vol 94, No 5-6 Neurodevelopmental effects of maternal folic acid supplementation: a systematic review and meta-analysis: Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition: Vol 63 , No 19 - Get Access The Impact of Maternal Folates on Brain Development and Function after Birth - PMC Prenatal Folic Acid Supplements and Offspring's Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Meta-analysis and Meta-regression - PubMed Maternal serum Vitamin B12 and offspring attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) | European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Serum Biomarker Analysis in Pediatric ADHD: Implications of Homocysteine, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Ferritin, and Iron Levels The Effects of Vitamin Therapy on ASD and ADHD: A Narrative Review | Bentham Science Publishers My Demoiselle crane (Karkare) (Chamkai) Konj Male calling his female

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, hosted by Sayan, we explore a surprisingly overlooked root of kids' sleep, focus, and emotional regulation: how they breathe. Dr. Leslie Pasco breaks down why mouth breathing isn't just a “habit,” but a body-wide stress signal that can quietly shape development. This conversation is for parents, caregivers, and anyone supporting children who snore, mouth-breathe, wake tired, or struggle with attention and behavior. You'll walk away with clear early warning signs, what to look for from infancy onward, and how early intervention can support healthier jaw growth, stronger airways, and calmer nervous systems. About the Guest: Dr. Leslie Pasco is a dentist of nearly 30 years and the founder of MyOway Centers for Kids. She shifted from traditional dentistry to early intervention work focused on jaw growth, airway development, and breathing techniques to help children breathe and sleep better. Episode Chapter: 00:08:03 — Why “dysfunctional breathing” in kids often goes unnoticed 00:09:14 — Dr. Pasco's turning point: from dentistry to airway-first care 00:12:04 — What mouth breathing actually means and why it becomes a cycle 00:13:48 — Mouth breathing as a danger signal: fight-or-flight in daily life 00:16:12 — How widespread is this, and what signs parents can spot early 00:17:20 — Brain development, memory, and performance: what changes with breathing 00:20:05 — What parents can do: screening, tongue ties, early orthopedic guidance, Buteyko Key Takeaways: Watch for signs like mouth breathing, snoring, restless sleep, bedwetting past certain ages, and chronic congestion. Mouth breathing can keep a child's nervous system in survival mode, impacting digestion, focus, and behavior. Early screening matters—especially for tethered oral tissues (tongue/lip ties) linked to feeding struggles. Around age 3, gentle orthopedic appliances and daily “mini-gym” exercises can guide jaw and airway growth. Buteyko-style breathing (light nasal breathing, diaphragmatic breathing, CO₂ tolerance work) can support calm and focus. Trust your “parent gut” and keep searching if you're not getting clear answers. How to Connect With the Guest: Website: MyoAwaycenters.com Facebook Instagram   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

You just have to be a good parent 30-40% of the time. According to the research, and parenting expert Maggie Dent.

Welcome to the Parenting Well podcast with Parent Engagement Network!  I am Dr. Shelly Mahon, your host and today's well source is Melissa Holland. Melissa Holland is a parenting coach, founder of Inner Wisdom Parenting, and a PEN Ambassador at SHMS who is passionate about helping parents raise emotionally healthy, resilient children, starting with themselves. Melissa works with parents of young children, particularly ages 5–10, helping them better understand what's really going on beneath behavior and how to respond with clarity, confidence, and connection. Through her coaching and workshops, she supports parents in tuning into both their child's inner world and their own, so discipline becomes less about control and more about growth, trust, and relationship. Grounded, compassionate, and deeply practical, Melissa's work empowers parents to slow down, listen differently, and parent from a place of intention rather than reactivity. Her approach reminds parents that they already have much of what they need. Sometimes they just need support accessing their inner wisdom. Melissa will be speaking at PEN's Stress & Anxiety Conference on Feb 28, 2026. Register Here In this podcast, we talk about: Tapping into your inner wisdom What is taking place developmentally for 5-10 year olds Neurodevelopment for this age group Frustration as the gap between our expectations and reality Key things that cause stress and anxiety during this phase of childhood Defiance as a symptom of excessive stress without the ability to understand and voice their feelings Difference between counter-willed and strong-willed Ways to recognize your child's triggers and modify your response Developing the capacity for self-compassion Resources Website App: Insight Timer Book: Hold On to Your Kids: Why  Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Mate Book: Self-Compassion for Parents LinkedIn

In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. Lise Eliot discuss neurosexism and brain differences between males and females. Dr. Eliot explains that historical brain comparisons often aimed to prove women's inferiority, citing examples like weighing cadaver brains. Modern MRI studies show minor structural differences, but still present significant methodological challenges. She highlights that brain plasticity and social experiences shape gender differences, noting that women tend to have more active default mode networks, linked to anxiety and rumination. She emphasizes that gender is a psychological phenomenon, not strictly binary, and that early life experiences significantly influence brain development.    Key Takeaways: Sex is a biological phenomenon determined by physical characteristics and some secondary characteristics. Gender is a psychological phenomenon and is not binary - there are multiple dimensions of gender.  Without brain plasticity, you would be unable to learn anything. While the brain has more plasticity when you're young, the brain can continue to learn and form new pathways even in adulthood.  Gender is a uniquely human attribute - other animals do not have gender. This is something that humans have invented and reinvented in every culture to adapt our different physical bodies and reproductive roles to a social environment.   "I'm really starting to think about gender learning as almost like learning a language. You learn the language, you learn the rules and the symbols of being a boy or being a girl until it's finally internalized, and you reach this moment of gender identity thanks to endless clues in your environment, and this strong drive to find your place and find your identity and social community." —  Dr. Lise Eliot   Connect with Dr. Lise Eliot: Professional Bio: https://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/academics/faculty/lise-eliot/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lise-eliot-b0018713  Books: Pink Brain, Blue Brain: How Small Differences Grow into Troublesome Gaps and What We Can Do About It What's Going On in There?: How the Brain and Mind Develop in the First Five Years of Life   Connect with Therese: Website:  www.criticallyspeaking.net Bluesky: @CriticallySpeaking.bsky.social Instagram: @criticallyspeakingpodcast Email: theresemarkow@criticallyspeaking.net     Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.  

"It's our birthright to be deeply connected to our babies and to grow from it." - Dr. KirshenbaumWhat if the most important thing you could do for your baby's brain… isn't something you buy, schedule, or optimize — but in the way you nurture & feel?This week, I sit down with Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum — neuroscientist, author of The Nurture Revolution, and former doula — to talk about what modern neuroscience says about pregnancy, birth, infant sleep, and the first three years of life. We talk about how your emotional experiences during pregnancy shape your baby's brain, why nurture is not “soft” but biologically essential, and what moms really need to know about stress, bonding, sleep training, and early brain development.If you've ever worried about doing enough, getting it right, or messing up your baby, you're going to love this discussion and I hope more than anything, it puts your mind at ease. I feel like I cannot say this enough, but YOU are the perfect mother for your baby AND you're doing better than you think you are!Here's some highlights from the episode: • How pregnancy experiences shape your baby's brain before birth • The neuroscience behind what doulas do in the birth and postpartum space • Why the first 0–3 years are the most critical window for emotional and mental health • What “nurture” really means from a brain-based perspective • Dr. Kirshenbaum's views on infant sleep and why she questions sleep training • What's considered normal for baby sleep around the world • How mothers can regulate stress — for themselves and their babies • Why soothing your baby also soothes your own nervous system • What happens if early nurture wasn't ideal (and why there's still so much hope) • The core message of The Nurture Revolution and how it supports modern motherhoodThis episode is a beautiful reminder that you don't have to be perfect to raise a healthy, secure, thriving baby. If you're pregnant, postpartum, or even just thinking about motherhood, this conversation will leave you feeling calmer, more confident, and deeply validated in the most important role you'll ever have. Don't forget to RATE & FOLLOW the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast! Leave a Review! ⭐️ Here's how >> On Apple Podcasts Find “Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy” podcast Select “Ratings and Reviews” Click the stars! Select “Write a Review” and tell us what was the most amazing, comforting, eye-opening thing that you loved! On Spotify Find "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" podcast Click the 3 dots "..." Select "Rate podcast" Click the stars and write a quick review! FOLLOW "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here's how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show titles Let's Connect!Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstartedEmail: hello@myessentialbirth.com. Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM!

In this episode, Therese Markow, Dr. Catherine Lebel, and Dr. Sam Nivins discuss the impact of prenatal factors on fetal brain development. Catherine explains how MRI can detect subtle brain changes due to prenatal alcohol exposure, even at low levels, and emphasizes the importance of avoiding alcohol during pregnancy. Sam discusses the effects of maternal obesity before pregnancy on brain development, noting sex-specific differences and the importance of early intervention. Both also touch on the impact of stressors, such as natural disasters, and the need for early identification and support for children with potential reading difficulties.     Key Takeaways: Even exposing a fetus to one alcoholic drink per week during pregnancy shows a detectable difference in brain structure compared to kids who had no alcohol exposure at all.  The same is true of prenatal maternal obesity, even if the obesity is preconceptional. Reading is a skill that must be taught to children. Prereading skills lay the foundation for later reading. And prereading skills can be visualized with brain imaging. When you know what part of the brain is affected, you can better tailor interventions to target those particular consequences.   "People who have good support from a partner or other folks in their lives, not only do they tend to do better, but their kids tend to do better too." —  Dr. Catherine Lebel   Connect with Dr. Lebel and Dr. Nivins  Dr. Lebel's Professional Bio & Publications: https://profiles.ucalgary.ca/catherine-lebel  Dr. Nivins' Professional Bio & Publications: https://ki.se/en/people/samson-nivins  Website: https://www.developmentalneuroimaginglab.ca/    Connect with Therese: Website:  www.criticallyspeaking.net Bluesky: @CriticallySpeaking.bsky.social Instagram: @criticallyspeakingpodcast Email: theresemarkow@criticallyspeaking.net   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

Dr. Kathryn Paige Harden, PhD, is a psychologist, behavioral geneticist and professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. We discuss how genes interact with your upbringing to shape your level of risk-taking and morality. We also discuss how genes shape propensity for addiction and impulsivity in males versus females. Finally, we discuss how biology impacts societal views of sinning, punishment and forgiveness. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Pre-order Protocols: https://go.hubermanlab.com/protocols Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman Lingo: https://hellolingo.com/huberman Our Place: https://fromourplace.com/huberman Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Kathryn Paige Harden (00:03:10) Adolescents, Genes & Life Trajectory; Adolescence Ages (00:06:44) Puberty, Aging & Differences; Epigenome; Cognition (00:14:05) Sponsors: BetterHelp & Lingo (00:16:45) Puberty Onset & Family; Communication & Empathy (00:22:26) 7 Deadly Sins, Substance Use & Conduct Disorders, Genes (00:27:33) Family History; Genes & Brain Development (00:33:05) Personality & Temperament, Motivation, Addiction; Trauma (00:37:59) Knowing Genetic Risk & Outcomes; Understanding Family History (00:46:06) Sponsor: AG1 (00:46:57) Genetic Information & Decision Making; Personal Identity & Uncovering Family (00:52:12) Nature vs Nurture, Bad Genes?; Aggression, Childhood & Males (01:00:17) The Original Sin; Whitman Case & Brain Tumor; Genetic Predisposition (01:10:31) Free Will; Genes & Moral Judgement; Skillful Care for Kids; Social Cooperation (01:21:03) Breaking the Cycle; Genetic Recombination & Differences; Identity (01:25:21) Sponsor: Our Place (01:27:01) Status, Dominance, Science; Positive Attributes of Negative Traits (01:36:15) Relational Aggression & Girls; Male-Female Differences & Conflict (01:40:36) Genes, Boys vs Girls, Impulse Control (01:45:00) Behavior Punishment vs Rewards, Responsibility (01:51:29) Sponsor: Helix Sleep (01:53:03) Accountability; Suffering, Cancel Culture & Punishment (02:00:01) Life Energy & Punishment, Prison (02:08:16) Backward vs Forward-Looking Justice; Forgiveness, Retribution, Power, Choice (02:16:11) Reward, Unfairness & Inequality (02:21:59) Punishment, Reward & Power; Online vs In-Person Communities (02:29:49) Identical Twin Differences; Genetic Influence & Age; Sunlight & Genes (02:39:24) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why does a glass of water help settle a sore throat? What are the best ways to help heal a slipped disk? Which part of the brain helps us make decisions? What causes stuttering in speech? If a fly is travelling in a fast car, is it travelling at the same speed as the car? And at what age is our brain fully developed? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Why does a glass of water help settle a sore throat? What are the best ways to help heal a slipped disk? Which part of the brain helps us make decisions? What causes stuttering in speech? If a fly is travelling in a fast car, is it travelling at the same speed as the car? And at what age is our brain fully developed? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Why does a glass of water help settle a sore throat? What are the best ways to help heal a slipped disc? Which part of the brain helps us make decisions? What causes stuttering in speech? If a fly is travelling in a fast car, is it travelling at the same speed as the car? And at what age is our brain fully developed? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Why does a glass of water help settle a sore throat? What are the best ways to help heal a slipped disk? Which part of the brain helps us make decisions? What causes stuttering in speech? If a fly is travelling in a fast car, is it travelling at the same speed as the car? And at what age is our brain fully developed? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Why does a glass of water help settle a sore throat? What are the best ways to help heal a slipped disk? Which part of the brain helps us make decisions? What causes stuttering in speech? If a fly is travelling in a fast car, is it travelling at the same speed as the car? And at what age is our brain fully developed? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Why does a glass of water help settle a sore throat? What are the best ways to help heal a slipped disc? Which part of the brain helps us make decisions? What causes stuttering in speech? If a fly is travelling in a fast car, is it travelling at the same speed as the car? And at what age is our brain fully developed? Dr Chris Smith and Clarence Ford have the answers... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

A new study from Oregon Health & Science University found that air pollution can impact adolescent brain development. The analysis indicated that exposure to common air pollutants is associated with accelerated cortical thinning in areas of the brain responsible for language, mood regulation and socioemotional processing. Researchers observed changes even in children who were exposed to pollution at levels the Environmental Protection Agency considers safe.    Calvin Jara is an otolaryngology resident at OHSU and the study’s lead author. He joins us with more details about how these changes could affect children’s physical and emotional health.

Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are complex sugars that pass undigested to your baby's colon, where they feed beneficial bacteria, strengthen defenses, and support healthy brain and immune development A systematic review and meta-analysis in Frontiers in Pediatrics found that breast milk continues supplying substantial amounts of HMOs beyond 12 months, supporting gut health and brain development into toddlerhood Certain HMOs, such as 3-fucosyllactose, even increase over time. This shows that the balance of individual sugars shifts across lactation and continues shaping your child's development after infancy Breast milk also contains myo-inositol, a sugar shown to boost synapse formation and neuronal connectivity, highlighting how breast milk delivers brain-supportive compounds beyond traditional nutrients To keep your breast milk as nourishing as possible for your baby, prioritize whole foods, minimize unnecessary medications, and reduce toxin exposure. If breastfeeding isn't possible, screened donor milk is the next best option