Podcasts about pediatric special needs

In this episode, we discuss Autism with Nicole Rincon, PA-C from Rossignol Medical Center. Nicole Rincon is a board-certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) who specializes in Pediatric Special Needs, MAPS (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs), Integrative, and Functional Medicine. At Rossignol Medical Center, she is actively involved in patient care, research, and educational content. Nicole adopts valuable holistic and patient-centered care approaches in her practice.Nicole also brings a deeply personal perspective to the discussion as a mother of children with regressive Autism. This personal journey has fueled her motivation to explore the complexities of Autism, leading her to Rossignol Medical Center. Prior to this, Nicole spent years in medical weight management, focusing on nutritional counseling and wellness supplementation. This background provides her with unique insights into the metabolic, gastrointestinal, and environmental factors influencing Autism.Disclaimer: This is not Medical AdviceNicole Rincon https://www.nicolerincon.com/nicole-rinconRossignol Medical Center https://rossignolmedicalcenter.com/doctors/nicole-rincon/TACA Info: https://tacanow.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/F-H-2-Nicole-Rincon-Beginning-Biomed.pdfTACA Talks: https://www.nicolerincon.com/videosX: https://x.com/NicoleRinconPAPublications https://rossignolmedicalcenter.com/articles-publications/#published-2024-2-articles0:00 Nicole Rincon2:07 Nicole's Personal and Professional Journey into Medicine and Autism; "Who's the guy in Charge?"12:30 Understanding Autism Trough Research and Interventions; Regression; Omegas and Toxins21:56 Functional Medicine Approach to Autism; Rossignol Medical Center25:07 Introduction to various Folate factors, Folate Receptor Antibodies, and Methylation30:36 The Role of Mitochondrial Dysfunction and the many Comorbid Conditions of Autism (Autism and X, Y, Z)36:02 Collaborative Approach at Rossignol Medical Center; Research Insights and Opportunities from Nicole's multiple roles42:22 Challenges with the Current Medical Paradigm44:09 Maternal Health and its Impact on Autism48:34 Investigating Autism Beyond Vaccines50:59 The Role of Light and Environment in Human Biology; Electrons and Magnetism53:26 Introduction to Nicole's Comprehensive Evaluation from a Functional Medicine Approach; Understanding the Patient and Upstream Dysfunctions1:02 Multifactorial Approach1:05 The Future of Medicine, integrating Functional and Patient Center Care1:13 Reviews/Ratings and Contact InfoX: https://x.com/rps47586Hopp: https://www.hopp.bio/fromthespectrumemail: info.fromthespectrum@gmail.com

Vicki Kobliner MS, RDN, CD-N is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and owner of Holcare Nutrition and the Healthy Baby Roadmap. Vicki is passionate about helping children and families live vibrant, healthy lives using functional nutrition to maximize health, reduce disease risk and help her clients heal from chronic illness. Vicki works with infants through adults with chronic illnesses, autoimmune diseases, digestive disorders, eczema, allergies, Lyme, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, and autism spectrum disorders. She provides fertility and prenatal nutrition counseling with a focus on reducing the risk of chronic illnesses in children. She is a contributing author to two books: A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America's Children, and Essential Remedies for Women's Health. She has lectured nationally and internationally about the role of nutrition in chronic disease and acts as faculty for the Autism Research Institute and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.

Welcome to Episode 210 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Dr. Suzanne Goh, MD, BCBA, is our guest this week, and we delved into the potential root causes of autism, emphasizing the importance of personalized, holistic care. She is cofounder and chief medical officer of Cortica, the largest provider of comprehensive health services for autism in the United States. Dr. Goh is a graduate of Harvard University, Oxford University, and Harvard Medical School and currently serves as a faculty member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.In this discussion, we discussed groundbreaking treatments like neuromodulation and the need for collaboration among medical, developmental, and behavioral professionals. Her book Magnificent Minds - The NEW Whole Child Approach to Autism was just released in April 2024, and it's all about empowering families and providing hope. The secret this week is…Time Is BrainYou'll Discover:A Book To Get You On The Right Track (3:52)The Approach You Want To Take (6:41)Why A Root Cause Focus Matters So Much (10:04)Why Specialists Aren't Enough (13:38)Characteristics Of The Right Team (18:49)Why Time Is Brain (21:41)Why The Importance of Nutrition Is Undeniable (28:59)The Merits of Genetic Testing & Some Things To Let Go Of (35:44)A Key Test To Perform (38:22)Why The Brain Deserves Urgent Attention (41:12)Emerging Neuromodulation Techniques (46:08)About Our Guest:Suzanne Goh, MD, BCBA, is cofounder and chief medical officer of Cortica, the largest provider of comprehensive health services for autism in the United States. Cortica began in Goh's one-room medical office in San Diego ten years ago and has grown to a staff of more than a thousand doctors and therapists who serve tens of thousands of autistic children and their families in the United States and abroad. A graduate of Harvard University, Oxford University, and Harvard Medical School, she is the former co-director of Columbia University's Developmental Neuropsychiatry Clinic for Autism, where she conducted research on the biological causes of autism and used brain imaging to identify patterns of neural circuitry and brain chemistry. Goh is currently a faculty member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs and is a frequent speaker for parent advocacy organizations. She lives in San Diego, California, with her husband and two children.www.drsuzannegoh.comwww.corticacare.comReferences in The Episode:Medical Academy of Pediatric Special NeedsDr. Larry Rosen, Whole Child CenterAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Dr. Anju Singh is director of True Health Medical Center in Naperville, Illinois and owner of Pure Compounding Pharmacy. She has been using evidence based integrative medical interventions to help children diagnosed with ADD, Autism, Allergies, Gastrointestinal issues and related disorders for over 15 years. She has conducted research involving copper/zinc imbalances, metallothionein dysfunction, biofilm related infections, vitamin D in pregnancy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. She serves on the executive board for the Autism Society of Illinois as well as the scientific advisory board for Generation Rescue and TACA. She is on faculty for MAPs (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs). Dr. Usman received her medical degree from Indiana University. She completed a residency in Family Practice at Cook County Hospital, in Chicago, Illinois and is board certified in Family Practice. In addition she is board certified in Integrative and Holistic Medicine, and holds a certificate in Homeopathy.

In this episode we sat down with Jana Roso, a passionate holistic healthcare provider. Jana's background in medicine and health stems all the way back to starting with pediatric hemotology and oncology acute care. Today she has found her calling with functional and integrative medical care for children. We loved learning more of her story and her passion for health.   About Jana Roso   Jana obtained her baccalaureate degree in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin. She then went on to obtain her nursing degree from UT Austin and shortly after began working as a pediatric hematology and oncology acute care registered nurse at Dell Children's Medical Center.   She then returned to UT to obtain her master's degree in nursing with a pediatric nurse practitioner focus. She is board certified as a pediatric nurse practitioner from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. After working many years in a primary care setting, her love for nutrition and health led her down the functional medicine path. She helped open and own Neuronutrition Associates for many years. She also co-wrote and published a book on a functional medicine approach to treating autism. Jana is a fellow through the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs and has been trained through the Institute for Functional Medicine.   She is passionate about providing holistic healthcare to children with chronic maladies through an integrative and functional medical approach. She has a love for children with chronic complex issues- specifically autism, PANDAS/PANS, and learning challenges. She aims to bring more healing modalities to her patients while at Alive and Well   Connect with Jana Roso   Website - https://aliveandwell.health/pediatric/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/healthytxhome   Resources Mentioned   LMNT - https://drinklmnt.com L-Theanine - Nu-Medica - https://a.co/d/g8OEWJ5 Red Light - https://a.co/d/g8OEWJ5 Magnesium lotion by Ancient Minerals - https://www.ancient-minerals.com/product/magnesium-lotion/ Good night tea - Traditional Medicinal - https://www.traditionalmedicinals.com/products/nighty-night-tea Defined Dish - https://thedefineddish.com/ Oura ring - https://ouraring.com/

This episode is brought to you by Momentous, Lumebox, and Air Doctor. One in thirty-six children is diagnosed with autism. While 50% of the increase in diagnoses is due to increased awareness about autism, at least 50% of those diagnoses are based on an actual increase in the number of cases. Families navigating this diagnosis can often be inundated with information without proper guidance from a trusted source. Today's guest, Dr. Suzanne Goh, joins us to break it down. Today, on the Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with Dr. Suzanne Goh to dive deep into autism. Dr. Goh shares the factors that can lead to a diagnosis of autism, how it is diagnosed, and what the research shows about brain changes in individuals diagnosed with autism. She also shares the top lifestyle factors, including diet and exercise, that support overall health and brain health after diagnosis, as well as the top myths. Additionally, she shares the research on environmental toxins' role in leading to a diagnosis and the protocol she follows in her clinic to support families. Dr. Suzanne Goh, MD, BCBA, is cofounder and chief medical officer of Cortica, the largest provider of comprehensive health services for autism in the United States. She is the former Co-Director of Columbia University's Center for Autism and the Developing Brain, where she researched the biological causes of autism and used brain imaging to identify patterns of neural circuitry and brain chemistry. Dr. Goh is currently a faculty member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs and is a frequent speaker for parent advocacy organizations.  In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Goh dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version): What factors can lead to an autism diagnosis (0:00:07 / 0:00:07) Is the rise in autism cases related to increased awareness or an increase in actual cases (3:40 / 3:40) Diagnosing autism and brain changes in children (13:11 / 7:52) Reducing the risk of an autism diagnosis and what the research shows (17:00 / 13:05) The role of mitochondrial dysfunction (24:30 / 20:36) What traditional practitioners believe about autism (31:00 25:15) Top myths about an autism diagnosis (37:00 / 31:00) The process and protocol that Dr. Goh's clinic follows (39:00 / 33:00) The impact of a whole foods diet on behavior (45:00 / 39:15) The powerful benefits of exercise and supplements for children with autism (52:00 / 46:16) Lifestyle factors and improving how the diagnosis is expressed (59:00 / 53:00) Dr. Goh's patient stories (1:02:00 / 55:00) Co-occurring conditions that are common with autism (1:08:00 / 1:01:20) What role can medications play in the toolbox (1:13:00 / 1:07:00) The impact of environmental toxins (1:22:00 / 1:16:40) Final Thoughts (1:31:00/ 1:25:00) Also mentioned in this episode: Dr. Goh's new book, Magnificent Minds  To learn more about Dr. Goh, follow her on Instagram or her website.  Optimize your Omega-3 levels by choosing a quality fish oil made by and used by the best. Go to livemomentous.com and enter promo code DHRU to get 20% off any order.  Lumebox is offering my community $260 off their FDA-approved portable Red Light device! That's over 40% off! Go to thelumebox.com/dhru and get your Red Light device.  AirDoctor is offering my community $300 off. Just go to dhrupurohit.com/filter/ to clean up your home's air and feel better today.

Welcome to Episode 197 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Our guest is Vicki Kobliner, a registered dietitian/nutritionist and owner of Holcare Nutrition and the Healthy Baby Roadmap.Vicki is passionate about helping children and families live vibrant, healthy lives using functional nutrition to maximize health, reduce disease risk and help her clients heal from chronic illness. Vicki works with infants through adults with chronic illnesses, autoimmune diseases, digestive disorders, eczema, allergies,  Lyme, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, and autism spectrum disorders.She provides fertility and prenatal nutrition counseling with a focus on reducing the risk of chronic illnesses in children.  She is a contributing author to two books: A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America's Children and Essential Remedies for Women's Health. She has lectured nationally and internationally about the role of nutrition in chronic disease and acts as faculty for the Autism Research Institute and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.Vicki makes the case for preconception planning and prenatal nutrition in reducing the risk of chronic illnesses in children. We also discuss the importance of nutrition for children and share practical tips for improving their diet. Parents CAN make positive changes and take action to improve their children's nutrition.The secret this week is…Stack The Deck For A HEALTHY ChildYou'll Discover:The Continuum To Improve Quality (7:32)Reasons To Rethink Snacks (9:35)Reasons To Go PLANT FORWARD (11:40)What's MTHFR And What Can You Do About It (15:04)The Importance of the Microbiome (17:44)C-Section Do's & Don'ts (19:43)Why Defending Against Toxins Is Critical (22:03)Something NOT To Lose Sight Of (28:43)Where Some Of The Most Important Clues Can Be Found (38:37)About Our Guest:Vicki Kobliner, MS RDN CD-N, is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and owner of Holcare Nutrition and the Healthy Baby Roadmap.  Vicki is passionate about helping children and families live vibrant, healthy lives using functional nutrition to maximize health, reduce disease risk, and help her clients heal from chronic illness. Vicki works with infants through adults with chronic illnesses, autoimmune diseases, digestive disorders, eczema, allergies,  Lyme, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, and autism spectrum disorders. She provides fertility and prenatal nutrition counseling with a focus on reducing the risk of chronic illnesses in children.  She is a contributing author to two books: A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America's Children and Essential Remedies for Women's Health. She has lectured nationally and internationally about the role of nutrition in chronic disease and acts as faculty for the Autism Research Institute and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.www.holcarenutrition.comwww.facebook.com/vkoblinerwww.instagram.com/holcarenutritionReferences in The Episode:Healthy Baby RoadmapFood Rules by Michael PollanEWG Dirty DozenEWG Clean 15EWG Skin DeepAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Julie Matthews is a Certified Nutrition Consultant that holds a masters degree in medical nutrition. She is a globally respected nutrition expert, published researcher, award-winning author, and inspirational educator. Her guidance is backed by over twenty years of clinical experience and scientific research with complex neurological and physiological needs; particularly autism. She has lectured in more than 60 cities across three continents, been on television, radio, newspaper, blogs/podcasts and more, and published scientifically referenced articles in journals and websites. Julie's been featured by Price-Pottenger, honored by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, sits on two scientific advisory boards including the Autism Nutrition Research Center. Julie is co-author of “gold standard” scientific research published in the journal Nutrients, demonstrating the efficacy of diet and nutrition intervention for autism spectrum disorder and a study on “The Effectiveness of 13 Therapeutic Diets for Autism” published in the Journal of Personalized Medicine. Julie is a dynamic speaker that's educated professionals at trainings for Integrative Medicine for Mental Health, Autism Research Institute/DAN!, Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, and the MINDD International Forum in Australia. During her early nutrition studies in 2001, Julie discovered that food and nutrition influenced the disorder of autism. She committed to investigate the connections and to explain them to parents and clinicians that can make a difference helping children recover. Her final research paper at Bauman College became the basis for her award-winning book Nourishing Hope for Autism, which won the gold metal in 2009 for “Most Progressive Health Book.” It explains WHY food and nutrition affects the varied systems and biochemical pathways routinely occurring in autism and HOW to strategically apply a specialized diet to help children heal. After many years in practice, it became evident to Julie that the dietary approaches that helped the most difficult clients, were useful in healing most chronic conditions. And because autism is one of the most complex disorders (with underlying immune/autoimmune, digestive, neurological, and metabolic dysfunction issues), it provides a unique perspective on chronic disease that helps Julie teach others to see hidden connections between symptoms, circumstances, and effective healing dietary strategies for a wide variety of complex conditions. She founded Nourishing Hope in 2005 to stand for the efficacy of improved diet and nutrition for autism, and the BioIndividual Nutrition Institute in 2014 to share the synthesis of her knowledge with cutting edge clinicians to help improve their effectiveness with therapeutic diets. Julie has concurrently been focused on Nutrition for Healthy Pregnancy and Baby, putting all of her research, knowledge, and experience into teaching prevention/promoting health. She's created a program and website at NutritionForPregnancy.com. After twenty total years of dedication, Julie's global Nourishing Hope Community comprises families in over 146 nations, and BioIndividual Nutrition Practitioners in 48 nations.

Welcome to Episode 187 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Today we are focusing on what a parent like you can do about FLARES.These are sudden onsets of symptoms with your child.Our guest is Dr. Lindsey Wells.  She is a naturopathic physician located in Wilton, Connecticut. She focuses her practice on pediatric integrative care for PANS/PANDAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tickborne Diseases, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. She is the Past President of the Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association and is a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She frequently lectures on PANS/PANDAS and ASD to both professional and parent organizations and is the author of the children's book Super Sam and the Battle Against PANS/PANDAS. The secret this week is These Factors Fuel FLARESYou'll Discover:What Exactly is PANS/PANDAS (5:51)How To Spot FLARES (8:34)A Surprising Major Cause of Brain Inflammation (14:31)How Antimicrobial Herbals Help (22:29)The Impact of Seasonal Allergies (30:00)About Our GuestDr. Lindsey Wells is a naturopathic physician located in Wilton, Connecticut. She focuses her practice on pediatric integrative care for PANS/PANDAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Tickborne Diseases, and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Also, she cares for the parents of her pediatric patients, which allows for a comprehensive model of care for the whole family. She is the immediate Past President of the Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association (CNPA) and is a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She frequently lectures on PANS/PANDAS and ASD to both professional and parent organizations and is the author of the children's book Super Sam and the Battle Against PANS/PANDAS. Also, she is the creator of the Well-Minded Mommas Club, a community for mothers of children with complex medical illnesses.https://lindseywellsnd.com/References in The Episode:https://aspire.care/Additional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

Amy Derksen, ND is a former competitive athlete and Naturopathic Physician with a full scope of practice in Washington State since 2003. She did her undergraduate studies in biochemistry and her medical post-graduate training with Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD for over 2 years. She specializes in working with both Autism and chronically ill patients, including Lyme disease. Dr. Derksen has been involved in teaching various topics with Dr. Klinghardt since 2004, and has also been a speaker at Autism One, LIA, Academy of Comprehensive Integrative Medicine, American Academy of Restorative Medicine, TFIM and Hope to Heal Lyme conferences. She is one of the first Naturopathic Physicians to become a Fellow with the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, working to broaden her skills for working with autism. She has additional training in PANS/PANDAS, ILADS, mold illness, genetics/methylation, LDA/LDI allergy treatments, peptide therapies for recovery and BHRT. As someone who struggles with an autoimmune disease and recovery from significant post-COVID reactions in 2021 extending to now, she can relate with the frustrations when your body no longer feels like something you have control over. Her typical patients tend to be those who have already seen several doctors and specialists, and who have relatively “normal” labs that don't match with the symptoms they are experiencing. She incorporates a system of testing called Autonomic Response Testing in addition to labs and history to help navigate what can feel like a complicated puzzle of why you aren't getting well.   Resources: Articles and and Web Links  www.holistichealingarts.org https://adventuresinbraininjury.com/bite-guard/ Supplements: Brain fog, fatigue, weakness Acetyl L-carnitine -  Loading dose: 2-3g/day for 1-2 weeks CoQ10 - fatigue 400-800/day Alpha-lipoic acid - fatigue Weakness, tingling, fatigue B1 (Benfotiamine) - Mitochondria 200 mg 2x/day B2 - Riboflavin-5-Phosphate  35mg/day Adrenal cortex - Klaire Labs  250mg/day Vaccine protection   Vitamin A (as retinol) -  Loading dose  100,000 IU 2x day for 3 days (If not pregnant) Vitamin D3  50,000 IU 2x day for 3 days Other Cl mouth wash Baikal Skullcap  Cryptolepis  Artemisia  Sterol 117  Humacel  Xlear  Enovid  Pocket diffuser  Thymogen Alpha 1  TB4-Frag  BPC 157  Famotidine (pepsid) - H2 histamine blocker Histaquel  KPV

I'm delighted to be back with for episode 93 of Season Six of The One Thing podcast. This episode comes at an opportune time as many individuals are grappling with shifts in their mental well-being due to seasonal changes, alterations in weather, and fluctuations in the natural environment. There my be worsening ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Autism, or PANS/PANDAS fluctuations especially with viral/flu season upon us. These changes can often spark curiosity about the reasons behind these fluctuations. What does the immune system have to do on with mental health and behavior?When considering the crucial link between the immune system and mental health, I couldn't think of a more suitable guest than Dr. Emily Gutierrez, whom I had the pleasure of meeting through IntelxxDNA. Her expertise lies in comprehending the intersection of nutrition, the immune system, and mental health. Specifically, she focuses on how genetics and nutrition influence cognitive functions in individuals with conditions like ADHD, anxiety, depression, autism, and pans/ pandas, and more. Her profound knowledge in these areas is evident throughout this episode as she provides a well-structured framework for understanding the interplay between mental health and the immune system, exploring various factors driving immune responses.Notably, neurotransmitters like glutamate play a pivotal role in the realm of mental health, a topic we delve deeply into during our discussion. We touch upon which genetic elements contribute to immune system activation, as well as the environmental triggers that impact both the immune system and mental well-being.About: DR. EMILY GUTIERREZ, DNP, CPNP, APRN, PMHS, IFM-CPDr. Gutierrez is a doctor of nursing practice and pediatric nurse practitioner that has been providing pediatric functional medicine care to patients for over a decade. She received her doctorate from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, and her masters degree as a pediatric nurse practitioner at the University of Texas in Austin, TX. Dr. Gutierrez is board certified in functional medicine by the Institute of Functional Medicine in addition to dual board certifications by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board as both a pediatric nurse practitioner and a primary care mental health specialist. Dr. Gutierrez is adjunct faculty at Johns Hopkins University and a fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She has a busy pediatric functional medicine practice in Austin, Texas, and also is a founder of Neuro Nutrients, a nutraceutical company that provides custom formulations for supporting mental health needs naturally.Socials: Website: Instagram See below for resources mentioned in the episode: ⁠Glutamate Support- Calming Support⁠⁠ Glutamate Support- NAC 800mg⁠ ⁠Serotonin Support- Mood Support⁠⁠ Haroon, E., Miller, A. & Sanacora, G. Inflammation, Glutamate, and Glia: A Trio of Trouble in Mood Disorders. Neuropsychopharmacol 42, 193–215 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1038/npp.2016.19⁠9 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onethingpod/support

In this episode I am speaking with Dr. Michael Elice, MD. Dr. Michael Elice is a pediatrician and a large part of his practice are children and adolescents on the autistic spectrum. We discuss the multiple "why's' that can lead to autism diagnosis, treatment options and of course the role of hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and whether it can help. Dr. Michael Elice is a faculty member @medmapsofficialMedical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs. He will be speaking at the upcoming MAPS conference in Arizona. To learn more about the conference, visit https://www.medmaps.org/fall2023/ Use our discount code MAPS2023MASHA to get 30% your registration fee. To learn how Hyperbaric Therapy can help you and where to start, book your Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha: https://drmasha.com/hbot/ This video is for informational purposes only and does not substitute a medical advice. The information presented is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. We recommend you seek the advice of a licensed healthcare practitioner before beginning any natural, complimentary, or conventional treatment. #hyperbaricoxygentherapy #hyperbarics #hyperbaricchamber #hbot #mhbot #hyperbaricpodcast #autism #med_maps #specialneeds

We're going to talk about 3 things in this episode that are easily misdiagnosed and when they are diagnosed, typical treatment options aren't very promising. I am quite sure that everyone listening knows someone affected by one of these diagnoses and I'm hoping that you will listen with that person in mind and share this episode with them.  Because there is indeed hope for Lyme Disease, Autism Spectrum Disorder and PANS/PANDAS.  Dr. Lindsey Wells is a Naturopathic Doctor from Connecticut that actually specializes in treating patients that have these struggles and has seen amazing, positive outcomes in her patients.  She truly believes that treating children and their families with naturopathic medicine leads to healthier individuals and stronger family units. Dr. Wells is the President of the Connecticut Naturopathic Physicians Association (CNPA) and a Fellow with the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She's also written an awesome children's book:  Super Sam and the Battle Against PANS/PANDAS. Our son was diagnosed with Lyme Disease at 12 years old and we have fought for his healing, so I know the value of what Dr. Wells is doing and the hope that is truly possible.  Can't wait for you to hear her stories! Resources mentioned in the podcast:  https://www.ewg.org/guides/cleaners/ for finding chemicals of concern and checking your own household items for safety ratings! Susan Swedo's work on PANS/PANDAS And again - Dr. Lindsey's book! -   Super Sam and the Battle Against PANS/PANDAS. My free Non-Toxic Cookware Guide! - here! Connect with Dr. Lindsey Wells, ND:  Website/Contact Instagram Make sure you follow her and look for her new course coming soon! Connect with the Daily Wellness Community  website: dailywellnesscommunity.com IG: @dailywellnesscommunity Facebook: Daily Wellness Community Leave a podcast review on Apple Podcasts Some products I mention may be affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through one of my links. Our family greatly appreciates your support, it helps us keep creating the free resources we make for you all! DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

Simply put, Dr. Liz Mumper loves children. She has dedicated her life to not only being their advocate, but she relies heavily upon data, evidence based medicine, and is unafraid to test guidelines even if it means challenging her own practice protocols. Dr. Mumper has the receipts. The data of does not show mitigation of risk for COVID injury by vaccinating children, specifically with the mRNA platform therapies. Well studied in her effort to reduce the increasing rate of autism, Dr. Mumper was all to familiar with the need to protect before inject when it came to evaluating the best path to good health for children.Her clinical experience includes five years in pediatric practice, over a decade as Director of Pediatric Education in a Family Practice Residency Program, 16 years as clinical faculty at the University of Virginia, and five years as Medical Director of the Autism Research Institute. She is currently on the faculty of MAPS (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs) and is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine, where she developed the first advanced clinical training in pediatrics for the organization.Dr. Mumper has written book chapters, had her clinical research at the Rimland Center published in peer-reviewed journals, and has lectured nationally and internationally.She is currently doing research on vaccination status as it relates to the prevalence of chronic illness in children. She advocates integrative and functional medicine strategies to care for children with complex chronic illnesses.Join the Ken & Eric of the GCP as Dr. Mumper shares why she believes no child should be subjected to the harms of the COVID 19 genetic therapies while speaking at the FLCCC educational conference 2023.Follow on Rumble:https://rumble.com/c/GCPChildrens Health Defense https://childrenshealthdefense.orgFLCCC 2023 Educational Series & Lectureshttps://covid19criticalcare.com/courses/conference-2023-spring-basic/Please LIKE & SHARE and use code “HERO” for a free month of GCP RAW!If you ever want to ask a question for upcoming guests, just click here and give GCP RAW a try on us:https://gutcheckproject.locals.com/support/promo/HERO

Raising a child with a disability is hard enough without the added culture of shame and superstition South Asian's have added to the mix. Asha is a pediatric occupational therapist who joins me to chat all things special needs and disability in the SA diaspora. ***The episode is for educational purposes only***Follow Asha on IG @TheMasalaChaiOTBWWPS Guest ApplicationDishaMazepa.comSHOP: Disha Mazepa Designs on EtsyBe sure to SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE US A REVIEW if you enjoyed the show. Follow me on Instagram @Disha.MazepaLike the show on FB here. Music by: Crexwell Episodes available on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, and Overcast.Support the show

This episode focuses on one of the most important decisions a parent makes: Deciding WHO is the right doctor/practitioner for YOUR child.  You increase your odds of finding the right person when you better understand all available options.  Our guest this week is Honey Rinicella, Executive Director of The Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS).MAPS is an organization of medical professionals dedicated to delivering the best possible care to children with ASD and other special needs conditions.The Secret This Week is…Ensure Your Doctor Meets Your CHILD'S Needs You'll Discover:Why MAPS Is So Unique and Helpful (4:54)How The Right Practitioner With The Right Tools Helps Your Child More (9:20)A “Must See” Movie (16:45)How To Start Working With A MAPS Practitioner (26:40)The Practitioners You Want And The Ones To Avoid (37:54)About Our Guest:Honey Rinicella is the Executive Director of The Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs, and mother of incredible 22-year-old twins with Autism who have significant health issues.  She has devoted her life to building and strengthening the special needs community. Honey has spent the last few years educating both families and practitioners on the latest modalities to improve the lives of all individuals living with special needs. Honey lives in Pennsylvania with her husband of 25 years, twins Victor and Vincent, and their two loving dogs. Her firstborn daughter is currently pursuing her Doctorate of OT, as she clearly shares in her mother's passion to serve and support the special needs community.References in The Episode:The Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs https://www.medmaps.org/SPELLERS the MovieAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Welcome to Episode 141 of Autism Parenting Secrets. Our guest this week is Dr. Elizabeth Mumper.  She's a board-certified pediatrician with decades of service supporting children on the spectrum and their families.She is currently on the faculty of MAPS (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs) and is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine where she developed the first advanced clinical training in pediatrics for the organization. She's the former medical director at the Autism Research Institute and President, CEO, and medical director at the Rimland Center in Lynchburg VA.This discussion focuses on a key insight that's more relevant now than ever.  Digestive Issues Are CLUES and focusing on gut health can make a huge difference.The Secret This Week is…The Gut-Brain Connection REALLY Matters You'll Discover:Three Ways Gut-Issues Hold Our Kids Back (5:16)A Place Parents Get Hung Up (7:19)The Problem With Gluten and Dairy (8:29)An Easy Test To See Food's Impact (13:39)A Diet That Might Be A Better Way To Start (16:03)The Key Mineral Your Picky Eater Is Missing (18:24)Why You May Need Two Pediatricians (25:54)The Negative Consequences of Antibiotic Overuse (27:09)How MAPS Doctors Are Different (32:51)Why Improving Sleep Matters So Much (36:06)Important Prevention Strategies (41:23)About Our Guest:Elizabeth Mumper, M.D., FAAP Dr. Mumper is President and CEO of The RIMLAND Center, established to mentor clinicians interested in children with neurodevelopmental problems.  Her general pediatrics practice is Advocates for Children.  Advocates for Families is devoted to the care of children with autism and other neurodevelopmental problems.Dr. Mumper attended the Medical College of Virginia, did residency training at the University of Massachusetts and the University of Virginia, where she served as Chief Resident of Pediatrics at UVA. Her clinical experience has included five years in pediatric practice, over a decade as Director of Pediatric Education in a Family Practice Residency Program, 16 years as clinical faculty at the University of Virginia, and five years as Medical Director of the Autism Research Institute. She is currently on the faculty of MAPS (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs) and is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine where she developed the first advanced clinical training in pediatrics for the organization. Dr. Mumper has been named a Miracle Maker in Central Virginia, Woman of the Year in Health and Sciences by the YWCA, and received several Inspiring Change Awards from the MINDD Foundation in Australia. Dr. Mumper has written book chapters about allergy, immunology, and behavioral and developmental pediatrics. Her clinical research at the Rimland Center has been published in peer-reviewed journals. She lectures nationally and internationally and mentors physicians around the world, including Australia, Austria, Canada, the Czech Republic, Costa Rica, Denmark, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, and the United Kingdom.She is currently doing research about vaccination status as it relates to the prevalence of chronic illness in children.  She advocates integrative and functional medicine strategies to care for children with complex chronic illness. https://www.medmaps.org/faculty/elizabeth-mumper/www.rimlandcenter.comReferences in The Episode:Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs https://www.medmaps.org/Can awareness of medical pathophysiology in autism lead to primary care autism prevention strategies?Additional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Full episode show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-digestion-cheat-sheet

Our guest this week is Dr. Anju Usman Singh, a board certified family practitioner and the medical director at True Health Medical Center in Naperville, IL, providing integrative and biomedical treatments that enhance traditional medical care. Dr. Usman is director and owner of True Health Medical Center and Pure Compounding Pharmacy in Naperville, Illinois. She also is the Chief Science Officer for True Healing Naturals. She specializes in biomedical interventions for children with ADD, Autism, PANDAS/PANS, Down Syndrome and related disorders. She has been involved in research regarding copper/zinc imbalances, metallothionein dysfunction, biofilm related infections and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. She serves on the board for The Neuroimmune Foundation, and the medical advisory boards for TACA (The Autism Community in Action) and Autism Hope Alliance, as well as faculty for MAPs (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs). Dr. Usman received her medical degree from Indiana University and completed a residency in Family Practice at Cook County Hospital, in Chicago, Illinois. Tragically, Dr. Usman lost her oldest daughter, Priya, in 2003 (at age 12) to a peanut allergy. Her first husband, Predeep, died in 2018 at age 52. Collectively, her children have been challenged by allergies, asthma, ADD, Juvenile diabetes, and Autism. It's a very enlightening story about overcoming adversity and an unwavering commitment to serving the needs of families touched by a variety of special healthcare needs, all on this episode of the SFN Dad to Dad Podcast.True Medical Center – https://www.truehealthmedical.com Pure Compounding Pharmacy - https://stores.purecompoundingpharmacy.com Email – asingh@truehealthmedical.com Please take the SFN Early Intervention Parent Survey and as a token gift, receive a Great Dad Coin - https://tinyurl.com/5n869y2y Special Fathers Network - SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 500+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated. There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through."SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations. Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/about-the-special-fathers-network/Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDFCvQimWNEb158ll6Q4cA Please support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Full episode show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-primitive-reflexes-cheat-sheet Join the My Child Will Thrive Village: https://www.facebook.com/groups/939230176113599

This episode is a conversation about our visit to Bryce's new autism doctor. This type of doctor is also referred to as a MAPS doctor (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs), a DAN doctor (Defeat Autism Now), or a Functional Medicine doctor. Our first autism doctor experience helped us achieve our goals for Bryce. After a difference of opinion for the next steps and a bit of a plateua/regression, we felt led to make a change with a fresh perspective as we move into the future. It was a great decision! We are thrilled to see Bryce progressing again with some changes that we were advised to make with his supplements. Bryce had his first experience with a hyperbaric chamber. The autism doctor visits have definitely been "information overload" but each of them have been  well worth the investment due to the positive results we have seen with Bryce. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now eight years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!If you are enjoying the show, please take a quick moment to give us a rating and review to help other families find our podcast, too. We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: parentingautism@att.net.Our website is: www.ParentingAutismShow.comMolly Whiskers and the Blue TentacleA hilarious, big-hearted comedy caper for kids of all ages.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Full episode show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-medical-history-and-therapy-tracking-tool Join the My Child Will Thrive Village: https://www.facebook.com/groups/939230176113599

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Shownotes & Transcript can be found here: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-protocol-therapy-review-worksheet

Autism, ADHD, OCD, and PANDAS/PANS are some of the challenging neuroinflammatory conditions in growing numbers of children these days. While the conventional treatment has typically been pharmaceuticals and behavioral therapies, we are truly in the midst of a paradigm shift aiming at root causes and asking 'why' and 'how' for both cause and treatment. Innovations in medicine are bringing us new evaluation tools, nuanced diagnosis capabilities, and treatment options. Dr Emily Gutierrez, a seasoned pediatric psychiatric doctorally-prepared nurse practitioner in Austin, Texas, prioritizes these kids who need new approaches. We begin the show by walking through the names, diagnostic criteria, and developmental progressions of some of these disorders like PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections), PANS (Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome), and autism spectrum disorder, including their associated symptoms of anxiety, depression, and OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). She delineates autism as kids with global delay who have never met milestones (consider genetic testing with chromosomal microarray and Fragile X testing) versus those with regression or later development of symptoms (consider environmental triggers). We review Dr Richard Frye's formula for regressive autism or PANS/PANDAS etiologies being 20% genetics + 80% environmental triggers, including oxidative stress (aka total toxic burden of metals, infections, mycotoxins, poor elimination), methylation deficiencies, and mitochondrial dysfunction. She notes, "Psychiatric symptoms can have an immunological basis that needs to be ruled out before sticking a kid on a medication. Maybe the med is amoxicillin instead of prozac." We get far into the details with these physiological processes. This is an exciting conversation about understanding root causes, choosing treatment approaches and celebrating the inherent resilience of children. The earlier the intervention, the better the outcome. She emphasizes that these conditions are not the fault of the child or the parents and that it is somewhat a war of attrition, meaning, staying with it is the best way to support kids long term to become their best selves. For the benefit of our kids and society as a whole, we all need to heed the call to approach children with neuroinflammatory conditions with fresh, science-based, evidence-backed eyes- listen in to learn what this means and how it can be done. Resources: Dr Emily Gutierrez's clinic: https://www.neuronutritionassociates.com/ Dr Emily Gutierrez's nutritional supplement line: NeuroNutrients (coming July 2022!) Dr Emily Gutierrez's book link: The Parent's Roadmap to Autism (2018) MAPS: Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs for clinicians TACA for parent support: The Autism Community in Action

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Full episode show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-biomedical-and-therapy-protocol-tracker Join the My Child Will Thrive Village: https://www.facebook.com/groups/939230176113599

In this episode I am discussing with Dr. Jason Sonners, DC how to get the full benefit from Oxygen that floods our bodies during Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy session. Dr. Jason shares his latest research and findings on benefits of the increased Pressure and Oxygen, as well as his thoughts on other mechanisms that might be responsible for the beneficial effects of Hyperbarics. Is it Oxygen? Or is it Pressure? Which one is more important? or is it Nitrogen? You will find answers to these questions after listening to this episode. Dr. Sonners has been on "Hyperbaric Living with Dr. Masha" show before, you can listen to the previous episode here. Dr. Sonners is author of the Amazon best-selling book, “Oxygen Under Pressure: Using Hyperbaric Oxygen to Restore Health, Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Aging and Revolutionize Health Care,” he is a faculty member at Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Hyperbaric Association and International Board of Undersea Medicine. Together with his wife, Dr. Melissa Sonners, he owns a company HBOT USA that provides education and certification to other practitioners, and helps them obtain hyperbaric equipment. Dr. Sonners can be found at www.hbotusa.com, www.coretherapies.net, and on Instagram @hbotusa There are only 2 places left for a FREE Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy consultation with Dr. Masha. Book now

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 18-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-food-mood-sleep-poop-journal

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 16-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit-tuesday-yearly-protocol-planner Get the free Toolkit here: https://mychildwillthrive.mykajabi.com/my-child-free-tool-kit My Child Will Thrive: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/ My Child Will Thrive Village Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MCWTvillage

Jason and Melissa Sonners are chiropractors and owners of HBOT USA (that's Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy USA). Their combined training as chiropractors includes: board certified pediatric and prenatal/post partum chiropractic, Diplomate of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition (DCBCN) and Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology (DIBAK). They are raising three amazing kiddos and are committed to living their best lives by treating their bodies with respect. They insist on pushing their bodies and their minds hard, fueling them with mostly excellent things, creating the time for and making the investment in things that keep them healthy and make them even healthier as their bodies age and change. Together, Drs. Jason and Melissa Sonners own Core Therapies, an integrated wellness center with ten chiropractors, massage, acupuncture, sauna, laser and more as well as HBOT USA. They sit on a variety of boards and faculty including the International Hyperbarics Association, The Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs, The Age Management Medicine Group. Dr. Jason Sonners is also currently enrolled at the University of Miami School of Medicine pursuing a PhD in molecular biology with a focus in molecular biology. Runga Retreat [00:01:30] Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy [00:04:48] Using Hyperbaric As More Than A Last Resort [00:10:00] Summary Of The Hyperbaric Experience [00:11:48] Is All That Oxygen Leading To Downstream Consequences? [00:16:13] Bodies Adapt And Upregulate [00:19:50] HBOT For Postpartum [00:21:55] HBOT For Endometriosis, Pelvic Pain, Balancing Hormones, And Infertility [00:24:00] The Sonners Start With HBOT [00:26:46] Passive Process Of HBOT [00:30:24] Melissa's Birth Stories [00:34:55] Intervention City And Cognitive Dissonance Towards The Process Of Birth [00:39:33] Homebirth [00:42:40] Links from the Show: HBOT Website Dr.Jason's Email Address (email him for a free copy of his book!) Dr. Jason's book Instagram Runga Retreat Use code BELOVED at checkout for 10% off of EMF blocking technologies at WaveBlock SUPPORT THE SHOW! Full show notes available at www.BelovedHolistics.com Music by: Labrinth, Chancha Via Circuito, and Joaquín Cornejo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theholisticobgyn/message

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 16-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Show notes & transcript: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/why-do-i-need-a-food-journal/ ‎ Get your Food Mood Sleep and Poop Journal here: http://www.mychildwillthrive.com/toolkit Join us for the next workshop here: http://www.mychildwillthrive.com/workshop My Child Will Thrive: https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/ My Child Will Thrive Village Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MCWTvillage

Low-dose immunotherapy (LDI) represents a breakthrough in the treatment of allergies, autoimmunity, and chronic infections. In today's episode, Seth interviews Jana Roso about how LDI helps restore immune tolerance and decreases the need for allergy shots and steroids in patients with immune-mediated conditions. Jana Roso is a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner who has been trained through the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She is also a member of the Institute of Functional Medicine. She obtained her baccalaureate degree in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin and later obtained her master's degree in nursing with a pediatric nurse practitioner focus.  In this episode, Seth and Jana discuss: What is Low-Dose Immunotherapy (LDI)? How Jana uses this therapy with her pediatric patients How LDI differs from allergy shots or drops The benefits of restoring natural tolerance instead of pharmaceutical drugs How LDI helps patients with autoimmunity, food sensitivities, eczema, and Lyme What are the risks and benefits of LDI? A real-life patient case study Jana's health tip: Get outside and get some fresh air!  More About Jana Roso Jana Rosso, MSN, APRN, CPNP, is the founder of Neuronutrition Associates in Austin, Texas. A is also the co-author of the book A Parent's Roadmap to Autism: A Functional Medicine Approach.  Jana is passionate about providing holistic healthcare to children with chronic illness through an integrative and functional medicine approach. She specializes in helping children on the autism spectrum and those who have been diagnosed with PANS or PANDAS. You can find out more about Jana and her practice at www.neuronutritionassociates.com/practitioners/ Follow Jana on Facebook at Neuronutrition Associates

Tara Hunkin, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive (website and podcast) author and host of the Autism, ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder Summit. My Child Will Thrive was founded out of the frustration Tara felt when searching for explanations and solutions for her daughter. Doctor visits left her with more questions than answers and she was forced to do the research and find her own way to help her child. Tara's daughter is now a thriving 16-year-old, succeeding in and out of school. Tara now supports parents of children with neurodevelopmental disorders struggling to find the right combination of treatments and therapies through educating and coaching them so that they can get the best results for their children while saving time, money and effort. Tara continues to expand her knowledge by attending and speaking at conferences and is a member of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, and Nutritional Therapy Association. Link to shownotes (includes a transcript!) https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/how-retained-primitive-reflexes-impact-your-childs-brain-development

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about PANS and PANDAS and approaches for supporting children impacted by these conditions. About My Guests: My guest for this episode is Dr. Anju Usman Singh. Anju Usman Singh, MD is director and owner of True Health Medical Center and Pure Compounding Pharmacy in Naperville, Illinois. She specializes in biomedical interventions for children with ADD, Autism, PANS/PANDAS, Down Syndrome, and related conditions. She has been involved in research regarding copper/zinc imbalances, metallothionein dysfunction, biofilm related infections, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. She serves on the medical advisory boards for TACA (The Autism Community in Action) and Autism Hope Alliance, as well as serving on faculty for MAPS (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs). Dr. Usman Singh received her medical degree from Indiana University and completed a residency in Family Practice at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. She is board certified in Family Practice and Integrative and Holistic Medicine (ABIHM). Key Takeaways: - Why is immune dysregulation, inflammation, MCAS, and autoimmunity more common than ever? - Is autoimmunity driven by a persistent infection or toxicant? - What are the diagnostic criteria for PANS/PANDAS? - What are some key labs used to explore these conditions? - Can vertical transfer of infection during pregnancy contribute to PANS/PANDAS? - How might the Cunningham Panel be used? - What role does genetics play in PANS/PANDAS? - What are some of the microbial support tools? - What role do biofilms play in these conditions? - When should biofilms be addressed? - How might pre and probiotics help with biofilms? - How might symptoms such as OCD, anxiety, and sleep issues be supported? - What can be done for children with food restrictions? - What tools support modulation of the immune system? - Are parasites a good thing or a bad thing? Connect With My Guest: http://TrueHealthMedical.com Related Resources: http://TrueHealingNaturals.com Interview Date: April 21, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit http://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode144 Additional Information: To learn more, visit http://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

How to Protect Against COVID - Without the Social Impact   In this episode of his Full Cup Life Series of podcasts, catch Dr. Tom Moorcroft in conversation with the widely published Naturopath with three decades of experience, Dr. Darin Ingels. Dr. Ingels is the author of The Lyme Solution – A 5-Part Plan to Fight the Inflammatory Auto-Immune Response and Beat Lyme Disease.    In this podcast, the two healthcare experts discuss the misinformation and the false claims made with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the proliferation of misleading clickbait content on the internet. Dr. Ingels expresses concern at the amount of actual untruth that is peddled in the name of ‘studies', and how these serve to alarm people needlessly.    This podcast discusses the trajectory of the pandemic, the possibility of the virus' mutation, and the imminent second wave, as well as the modalities of preparing for this. Find out about the antigenic shift and antigenic drift in virology, and how this impacts the progression of a pandemic such as the one the world finds itself in.    The experts discuss how to protect at-risk populations while minimizing social disruptions, and also how to avoid the virus by becoming a ‘bad host' for it. Find out how to build the body's immunity and learn why protection against COVID is also effective protection against other chronic diseases and health issues. Now is the time to shore up the body's immunity, and this podcast discusses exactly how you can do this for yourself and your family.    Darin Ingels, ND, FAAEM, FMAPS is a licensed naturopathic doctor with 30 years of experience in the healthcare field. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology from Purdue University and his Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. Prior to attending medical school, Dr. Ingels worked as a clinical microbiologist/immunologist at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. He is a Fellow with both the American Academy of Environmental Medicine and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.   Dr. Ingels is the author of The Lyme Solution: A 5-Part Plan to Fight the Inflammatory Auto-Immune Response and Beat Lyme Disease (Avery, 2018), which covers an integrative, natural approach to the treatment and management of Lyme disease. He overcame his own 3-year battle with Lyme disease and applied the same principles to now more than 6000 Lyme and coinfection patients over the past 20 years utilizing a naturopathic approach and therapeutic lifestyle to help each person overcome their illness. Dr. Ingels has been featured on numerous podcasts, articles, and docuseries as one of the leading experts in Lyme disease.   Dr. Ingels' practice focuses on environmental medicine with special emphasis on Lyme disease and coinfections and chronic immune dysfunction. His practice is comprised of both children and adults where he uses diet, nutrients, herbs, homeopathy, and immunotherapy to help his patients achieve better health.   Check out his book The Lyme Solution https://amzn.to/2VFLale Check him out at https://dariningelsnd.com/  

In this episode, Dr. Ingels talks about Lyme Disease, co-infections, and how they affect fatigue. Dr. Ingels is a licensed naturopathic doctor with 30 years of experience in the healthcare field. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology from Purdue University and his Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. Prior to attending medical school, Dr. Ingels worked as a clinical microbiologist/immunologist at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. He is a Fellow with both the American Academy of Environmental Medicine and the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. Dr. Ingels is the author of The Lyme Solution: A 5-Part Plan to Fight the Inflammatory Auto-Immune Response and Beat Lyme Disease (Avery, 2018), which covers an integrative, natural approach to the treatment and management of Lyme disease. He overcame his own 3-year battle with Lyme disease and applied the same principles to now more than 6000 Lyme and coinfection patients over the past 20 years utilizing a naturopathic approach and therapeutic lifestyle to help each person overcome their illness. Dr. Ingels has been featured on numerous podcasts, articles, and docuseries as one of the leading experts in Lyme disease. Visit Dr. Ingel's website here: https://dariningelsnd.com For more information about Dr. Evan and his programs, go to https://www.fixyourfatigue.com Prefer to watch on Youtube? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyqBhvah0nPLqgac36P_VGMRUsLnZN2uB

Do you have the keys to health, nutrition, and finding a provider you trust? What difference can finding the RIGHT doctor for your family truly make? Dr. Theron Hutton is a well-traveled, experienced, compassionate, humble physician who is highly trained in diagnosing illnesses and conditions based on his finely tuned patient listening skills and medical training. He does not always prescribe the most expensive tests or treatments, but he strives to get to the bottom of whatever ailment his patients experience. Dr. Hutton explains his philosophy on what to look for in a physician in today’s world, as well as how to use the plethora of information available on the internet to everyone. In Dr. Hutton’s opinion, “ill health comes from broken relationships. These relationships can be with self, with nature, God, and others.” Listen to his advice on how to repair your health – one relationship at a time.Today’s Speaker - Dr Theron Hutton As a Board Certified Family Physician in practice for 17 years, Dr. Hutton has special interest in preventative and nutritional and integrative medicine. He is certified in functional medicine from the Institute of Functional Medicine and is a member of the Medical Association of Pediatric Special Needs and ILADS International Lyme disease institute. After his residency training he and his family moved to Uganda for 5 years where they served as medical missionaries. He moved back to the US in 2013 and opened a small private practice. He enjoys fitness, farming and spending time with his wife and 8 children.Website: MulberryClinics.comBlog: DocHutton.com You’ll Learn· How practicing medicine is different in Africa· Some of the biggest myths either in print, media, or that clients believe· The most important things to focus on to gain ideal health· What are some of the biggest issues that clients experience today· What to look for in a doctorIt Starts With Attraction Ep. 014: The Keys to Health, Nutrition and Finding A Provider You Trust with Dr. Theron Hutton

Our environment plays a HUGE role in how well our bodies deal with infectious disease. This includes not only the outdoors environment, but our environment within our homes. Thankfully, we have brought to you our AMAZING special guest, Dr. Dave Dornfeld, who will be sharing with you how it is the environment plays a role with our ability to combat infectious disease, and what actions can be taken to minimize what Dr. Dornfeld calls "environmental burdens". Dr. David Dornfeld, a board certified anti aging and Pediatric Special Needs expert at The Family Wellness Center in Red Bank, NJ, has been focusing on "environmental medicine concerns" and how to repair disease caused by infectious disease & environmental exposures for over 34 years. ******************************************************* What you need to know about TribeTalk - TribeTalk is FREE - You can join TribeTalk LIVE by PC, MAC, or mobile device by going to https://tribetalk.modernholistichealth.com  - TribeTalk LIVE is a community platform to ask questions to health experts, and give and receive support from your community. - Learn more on how to participate by visiting our website or Facebook Page https://www.modernholistichealth.com https://www.facebook.com/ModernHolisticHealth/

inflammation, toxins, immune reactions, and infections, (Lyme Mold, PANDAS/strep) and more. They also have external stressors from sensory overload issues. The adrenal glands are responsible for helping regulate our stress response through the release of the hormone cortisol. Often referred to as the Hypothalamic Pituitary Adrenal axis (HPA). These each have their own job in this process. The hypothalamus, a part of the brain, keeps hormones balanced. The pituitary, also part of the brain, sends signals out from the brain such as thyroid stimulating hormone. The adrenals participate by releasing the stress hormone cortisol. It creates the fight or flight response. Symptoms of cortisol imbalance: The stress response, when overburdened, creates many health and behavioral issues. Symptoms are a manifestation of what is happening in the body. Learn how cortisol effects our: sleep  energy levels immune system mood (aggression) hormones brain/memory weight blood sugar food digestion thyroid …and much more. How to help regulate cortisol and energy levels Listen to my radio show interview with Dr. Anju Usman Singh, show #40, and learn how to regulate your blood sugar through diet, vitamin supplementation, and adaptogenic herbs such as ashwaganda and holy basil. The term “adaptogenic” means that it will help the body naturally “adapt” as it needs. They can assist in lifting energy when it’s down, or calming energy when it is too high. A few foods and toxins that negatively effect cortisol levels are:  sugars high fructose corn syrup red and yellow food dyes meats injected with hormones environmental toxins that disrupt hormone balance, nitrates pesticides Monosodium glutamate (MSG) imitation sweeteners such as aspartame When testing cortisol levels be sure to test with urine, or my favorite, saliva. The test must be done at least 4 times throughout the day, as cortisone levels change. If only one sample is taken then you do not have a clear reading. It is commonly low in the morning so you may notice it being difficult to wake. It can be high in the evening so it makes it hard to go to sleep. A few tips to help your cortisol levels throughout the day: In the morning solid licorice root extract can be helpful to give some energy. The adaptogenic herbs, ashwaganda and holy basil can be helpful to help calm in the evening before bed.  COQ10 can help increase energy  Ginseng can help give some energy in the afternoon but helps calm too. Deep breaths and exercising can be very helpful to teach your child to self regulate with also. Listen to my radio show interview with Dr. Usman on the stress response and how cortisol can effect your child’s health and behavior. Radio show # 40. Biography: Anju Usman Singh, MD, FAAFP, ABIHM, FMAPs, Hom-C Dr. Anju Usman Singh is director and owner of True Health Medical Center and Pure Compounding Pharmacy in Naperville, Illinois.  She specializes in biomedical interventions for children with ADD, Autism, PANDAS/PANS, Down Syndrome and related disorders.  She has been involved in research regarding copper/zinc imbalances, metallothionein dysfunction, biofilm related infections and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. She serves on the medical advisory boards for TACA (The Autism Community in Action) and Autism Hope Alliance, as well as serving on faculty for MAPs (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs).   Dr. Usman Singh received her medical degree from Indiana University and completed a residency in Family Practice at Cook County Hospital, in Chicago, Illinois.  She is board certified in Family Practice and Integrative and Holistic Medicine (ABIHM). Click Here for more details.

Low dose immunotherapy (LDI) has become increasingly popular in the area of autism because it is known to reduce the inflammatory responses in the body and restore balance to the immune system. It works with the infections in the body. LDI has become recognized for  its ability to provide relief from symptoms and improving the health of people with multiple areas of disease and chronic illness such as Lyme disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, Hashimoto’s, multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and more.Originally used to offer relief from allergies, it can also be referred to as low dose allergen therapy or LDA. LDI is often used along with LDA.  Autoimmune issues can be created by the harmful toxins released by bacteria in the G.I. tract. Children with autism are well known to have an ill gut. There is a direct gut to brain connection, so if the gut has inflammation, so does the brain. The immune system can be triggered by many things such as toxins from bad bacteria, heavy metals, or undigested food particles leaking through the gut lining. These toxins and foods become sources of an allergic response that creates a cascade of inflammation throughout the body, and in the brain. LDI helps to reduce these immune responses by training the immune system to stop over-reacting, and therefore, helping to desensitize the system to acquired allergies. Please listen to the full interview with Dr. Karima Hirani on low dose immunotherapy and learn how it can help  improve the overall health of you and your child. I have interviewed Dr. Karima Hirani for my live weekly radio show on the topic of low dose immunotherapy. You can listen to it HERE. It is show #29. Further Resources Karen’s muscle testing tutorial video Herxheimer or Die off reactions  Natural Allergy Elimination here. Dr. Ty Vincent’s Youtube video explaining what LDI can treat   Free Online Autism Recovery Workshop Join my Free Autism Recovery Workshop, The 4 Stages to Naturally Recover from the Symptoms of Autism. Stage 1: Healing the gut, Stage 2: Natural heavy metal detoxification, Stage 3: Clearing the Co-infections, Stage 4: Brain support and repair.  Reserve your online seat here.       Dr. Karima Hirani, MD, MPH Dr. Karima Hirani is an expert in Low Dose Immunotherapy. She graduated from USC Medical school in 1993. She has a Masters in Nutrition from the school of public health at UCLA, and she is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Hirani has been a functional medicine doctor practicing as a DAN and MAPS doctor for over 10 years. DAN stands for Defeat Autism Now. MAPS stands for Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. She integrates a natural approach to conventional medicine, including natural alternatives to prescription drugs, vitamin and nutrient supplements as well as nutritional advice. Although her main focus is prevention, she specializes in chronic illness. Learn more about Dr. Hirani at, www.drhirani.com Click Here for more details.

Dr. Ingels is a respected leader in natural medicine with more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare field. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine and Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. Dr. Ingels has been published extensively and is the author of “The Lyme Solution: A 5-Part Plan to Fight the Inflammatory Autoimmune Response and Beat Lyme Disease”, a comprehensive natural approach to treating Lyme disease. He specializes in Lyme disease, autism, and chronic immune dysfunction. He uses diet, nutrients, herbs, homeopathy, and immunotherapy to help his patients achieve better health.Website: https://dariningelsnd.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DarinIngelsND/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dariningelsndTwitter: https://twitter.com/dariningelsndInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dariningelsnd/Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darin-ingels-a756a0a/

My guest this week is Tara Hunkin, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified GAPS Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, mother and founder of My Child Will Thrive and host of the ‘Autism, ADHD and SPD Summit'. Tara is passionate about helping parents because she has been in their shoes. After doctor visits left her with more questions than answers, Tara realized that it was up to her to figure out how to get her daughter the help she needed.  She went on to pursue an education in nutrition with the Nutritional Therapy Association and trained with Natasha Campbell-McBride, MD as a Certified GAPS Practitioner. She is also a student of Julie Matthews, CN with the Bioindividual Nutrition Institute and has completed the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs training, as well as, training with Dr. Mellio through IAFNR to better understand the brain and the applications of functional neurology. In this episode, Tara and I discuss the fundamental foundations for success when parents are setting out on an integrative approach for the treatment of their child's neurodevelopmental disorder. Children diagnosed or suspected with disorders such as autism, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and other learning disabilities can greatly benefit from a guided framework of the integrative approach. To learn more about Tara and access an entire community of support click here.   Episode Highlights The Internet & Information Overload The internet provides us with so much information it can be extremely overwhelming for parents searching for ways to help their struggling children As a parent you need to learn many different avenues but using a framework to approach them all will save you time, money, and a lot of excess stress   Framework and Tools  By beginning an integrative approach with a framework set in place, parents are able to organize and confront treatment with more ease Remember: “There is no clear one solution for every child.” - Tara Hunkin   Fundamental Foundations of Healing  It is easy to forget or disregard fundamental practices before going straight into advanced healing strategies and therapies - the two must go hand and hand to prevent as many setbacks as possible Nutrition is key Keeping the body well-nourished literally feeds every cell in our body and brain Maintain optimal hydration with good quality water sources Ensure that your child is getting enough outdoor time in the fresh air and sunlight igniting their five senses   Address your environment, such as the possible toxins in and around your home Finding and implementing appropriate neuro-rehab programs Neuro rehab examples: listening, vision, occupational, and neurofeedback therapies   Multiple Protocols & Record-Keeping You are your child's best advocate and record-keeper Having records to refer to for yourself and your practitioner will save you time, money, and grief To help Tara has created a ‘Protocol and Therapy Worksheet' It sets out objectives to help track practice, advice from your practitioner and expectations These kinds of record-keeping are essential to approaching an integrative model of treatment The more thorough the history recorded the better you and your practitioner can prepare for and execute treatment plans   Working With The Right Practitioner Make sure the practitioner is able to explain to you the aim and goals of the treatment at hand You shouldn't walk out of their office more confused than when you went in When you understand the possibilities and outcomes you are more equipped to push through When you have older children who are able to comprehend the goals and outcomes - they will feel more empowered to make the right decisions if they understand why of the situation   Where to learn more about Tara Hunkin... My Child Will Thrive Website Facebook Support Group Instagram:@mychildwillthrive Twitter: @mychildthrive   Connect with Dr. Nicole Beurkens on... Instagram Facebook Drbeurkens.com   Need help with improving your child's behavior naturally?  My book Life Will Get Better is available for purchase, click here to learn more.  Looking for more? Check out my Blog and the Better Behavior Naturally Parent Program - a resource guide for parents who want to be more effective with improving their child's behavior.  Interested in becoming a patient? Contact us here.   

EPISODE 25:  Autism - A Mother and BCBA’s Story   INTRODUCTION: As you know, we’re always searching for wonderful stories and great information to share. On today’s episode, we’re speaking with BCBA and Founder of Proof Positive ABA Therapies, Heather Grimaldi. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Clinical Director, Heather’s focus has always been on supporting the families and team members tasked with implementing behavior-analytic interventions. She built Proof Positive ABA Therapies to teach self-help and social skills with a family-focused approach and an emphasis on parent education. In 2016, Autism Learning Partners created one of the largest autism therapy platforms by acquiring Proof Positive (Heather has a funny story about this), and today she continues her work with families as a Clinical Liaison with Autism Learning Partners in Orange County, California. Please join me in a warm welcome.   CONCLUSION: Our goal is to always share a diverse range of voices within the autism community; people both on and off the spectrum, from all walks of life, with all different backgrounds. We feel it’s important because we’re all in it together! We can all learn from each other, and we can all support each other. On good days and bad days. Thanks for joining me today and for being a part of My Autism Tribe. I’ll see you next week!   ABOUT SIMPLE SPECTRUM SUPPLEMENT: https://simplespectrumsupplement.com/   The supplement is designed to provide the nutritional needs of the developing nervous system, with extra support for individuals with autism, by addressing potential dietary deficits. Working with Defeat Autism Now and Medical Association of Pediatric Special Needs affiliated doctors in her role as a BCBA, company founder Heather Grimaldi saw benefits of high-end supplement systems firsthand. Simple Spectrum is similar to a nutraceutical a doctor might prescribe, but at a much more affordable price, without the long drives and even longer waits. There are states and countries that don’t even have access to these types of doctors.   The Simple Spectrum mission was to create the kind of nutraceutical supplement based on the latest scientific research, and free from the extraneous additives packed into so many similar products on the market. As a parent of one child with sensory processing disorders and another with ketotic hypoglycemia, responsible for implementing food programs herself, Heather knows how hard it can be to get kids to eat the right foods and that includes her own kids. Simple Spectrum Supplement is an unflavored dissolvable powder without gluten, casein, added sugar, soy, binding agents, artificial colors, preservatives, GMOs and dairy. The highest quality vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients – Simple Spectrum Supplement really is quite simple.

K. P. Stoller, MD, author of Incurable Me, focuses on functional and integrative medicine. He earned his undergraduate degree from UCLA and is a speaker, a faculty member at the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, and a lifetime fellow of the American College of Hyperbaric Medicine. He uses hyperbaric oxygen therapy to treat brain injury—whether from trauma, stroke, autism, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, chemo brain, or Lyme disease.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about ozone therapy and the various considerations around using oxidation in dealing with chronic, systemic health challenges. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Julie Matthews. Julie Matthews, CNC, CNE is a globally respected nutrition expert, published researcher, accomplished author, and inspirational educator. Her guidance is backed by sixteen years of clinical experience and scientific research with complex neurological and physiological needs; particularly autism and related disorders. She has lectured in more than 60 cities across three continents, been on television, radio, newspaper, blogs/podcasts and more, and published scientifically referenced articles in journals and websites. Julie's been featured by Price-Pottenger, honored by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, sits on two scientific advisory boards including the Autism Research Center, and is a contributing author on a breakthrough scientific research study into diet and nutrition to improve autism published in 2018. Julie is a dynamic speaker who has educated professionals at trainings for Integrative Medicine for Mental Health, Autism Research Institute/DAN!, Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs, and the MINDD International Forum in Australia. During her early nutrition studies in 2001, Julie discovered that food and nutrition influenced the disorder of autism. She committed to investigate the connections then explain them to parents and clinicians that can make a difference helping children recover. Her final research paper at Bauman College became the basis for her award-winning book Nourishing Hope for Autism, which won the gold medal for "Most Progressive Health Book." It explains WHY food and nutrition affects the varied systems and biochemical pathways routinely occurring in autism and HOW to strategically apply a specialized diet to help children heal. Key Takeaways: - What are the most important diet considerations? - How do gluten and casein act like morphine in the body? - When are ketogenic diets helpful and how long should they be used? - What is the role of leaky gut in nutrition and food reactivity? - How do we adapt our diets to be anti-inflammatory? - What are some key nutritional considerations for those with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and histamine intolerance? - How might one optimize their diet when dealing with SIBO/SIFO? - What are oxalates, where might we encounter them, what problems might they create, and what can be done? - Do bone broth and fermented foods have potential downsides? - What is the role of probiotics in creating a healthy microbiome? - What are phenols and salicylates? - How does one obtain adequate sulfate? Connect With My Guests: http://NourishingHope.com Related Resources: Autism Nutrition Study Nourishing Hope Summit Interview Date: May 14, 2018 Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the many factors involved in treating a child on the autism spectrum. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Amy Derksen, ND. Dr. Amy Derksen is a Naturopathic and DAN! Physician, Fellow Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs and Board Certified in Integrative Pediatrics with a full scope of practice in Washington State since 2003. She did her undergraduate studies in Biochemistry, which she applies to understanding the newest research on detoxification and genetic susceptibilities. She was fortunate to do her medical post-graduate training with Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD. Dr. Klinghardt has developed an amazing system of advanced kinesiology called ART (Autonomic Response Testing) which helps determine stressors to the autonomic nervous system. She is an instructor in ART for the Klinghardt Academy. She specializes in working both with Autism and chronically ill patients, including Lyme disease. She feels that the more we can understand about our kids, the more we will understand everyone's health. The autistic child is very similar to a toxic adult, they have just accumulated those toxins in a shorter amount of time. Key Takeaways: - How does a child with autism help us to better understand how to improve the health of everyone? - What is the connection between autism and Lyme disease? - What are the common denominators in autism? - What is the role of toxicity and how do you support detoxification? - What are the primary microbial issues that may be found in autism? - What is the role of Clostridia in autism? - What can be done about oxalates? - Does LDI have a role in autism treatment? - What is the role of inflammation? - How do you approach PANDAS/PANS? - Does KPU play a role in autism? - How important is the home environment? - What role do mitochondria play in chronic illness? - How can I get pooping? - What is the role of genetics in autism? Connect With My Guest: http://www.holistichealingarts.org Interview Date: June 15, 2017 Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Trouble Losing Weight? Did you know eating more fat can help you lose weight? On Monday December 5, 2016 at 8PM eastern (which is also December 6th @ 10am EAST Australia QLD time), Dr. Jess has the honor of welcoming back Elizma Lambert of Loganholme QLD (Australia). Her prior appearance on our podcast was so well received that I asked her to be a regular guest…and she accepted!!! This week she will speak on how fat can influence your brain chemistry, hormones and metabolism Find out how leptin and dopamine makes you crave all the wrong things and why your hormones make this worse! Find out why we are going about weight control in all the wrong ways! Elizma Lambert is a Naturopath, Homeopath and registered GAPS practitioner with training in MAPS (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs) and special interests in nutrigenomics, digestive disorders, mental health and auto-immune disease and has been in practice for 14 years. Her journey in health began in earnest when her eldest son didn’t start talking until age 3 and displayed Asperger’s and ADHD traits. Moving away from the medical model she focused on removing infections in his gut, eliminating food intolerances, correcting nutritional deficiencies and re-establishing neural connections in the brain with various exercises. Today he is a handsome young teenager with no developmental or social differences between him and his peers. Elizma continually increases her knowledge and is a true healer! She is bringing the concepts of Bio-Individualized Medicine ™ to Australia and regularly solves the puzzle of complex, multifactorial conditions! She is a methylation/nutrigenomic expert!  Join us and learn from this dynamic health care practitioner!  

Your Hormones and Metabolic Syndrome Do you have hormonal problems? Did you know that your eating habits (time of eating, types of food, etc.) can set the stage? Like to find out AND how methylation is involved?? Then this is your podcast!!! On Monday September 19, 2016 at 8PM eastern (which is also September 20th @ 10am EAST Australia QLD time), Dr. Jess has the honor of welcoming back Dr. Elizma Lambert of Loganholme QLD (Australia). Her prior appearance on our podcast was so well received that I asked her to be a regular guest…and she accepted!!! This week she will speak on the interplay of hormones in metabolic syndrome. Elizma Lambert is a Naturopath, Homeopath and registered GAPS practitioner with training in MAPS (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs) and special interests in nutrigenomics, digestive disorders, mental health and auto-immune disease and has been in practice for 14 years. Her journey in health began in earnest when her eldest son didn’t start talking until age 3 and displayed Asperger’s and ADHD traits. Moving away from the medical model she focused on removing infections in his gut, eliminating food intolerances, correcting nutritional deficiencies and re-establishing neural connections in the brain with various exercises. Today he is a handsome young teenager with no developmental or social differences between him and his peers. Elizma continually increases her knowledge and is a true healer! She is bringing the concepts of Bio-Individualized Medicine ™ to Australia and regularly solves the puzzle of complex, multifactorial conditions! She is a methylation/nutrigenomic expert!  Join us and learn from this dynamic health care practitioner!  

Wondering what puts together obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, fatty liver and many other symptoms? METABOLIC SYNDROME!! On May 23, 2016 at 8PM eastern (which is also May 24th @ 10am EAST Australia QLD time), Dr. Jess has the honor of interviewing Dr. Elizma Lambert of Loganholme QLD (Australia) concerning metabolic syndome. Dr. Elizma Lambert is a Naturopath, Homeopath and registered GAPS practitioner with training in MAPS (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs) and special interests in nutrigenomics, digestive disorders, mental health and auto-immune disease. South African born she started her Masters Degree in Homeopathy, emigrated to Australia in 2000 where she obtained a Bachelor in Health Science and has been in practice for 14 years. Her journey in health began in earnest when her eldest son didn’t start talking until age 3 and displayed Asperger’s and ADHD traits. Moving away from the medical model she focused on removing infections in his gut, eliminating food intolerances, correcting nutritional deficiencies and re-establishing neural connections in the brain with various exercises. Today he is a handsome young teenager with no developmental or social differences between him and his peers. Elizma believes true healing begins when you find and address the root cause, and bring the biochemistry back into balance. This podcast will be done live and you will be able to call in with your questions! Join us and learn from this dynamic health care practitioner! Here's Dr. Elizma's website to learn more about her. http://clinic.realizehealth.com.au/elizma-lambert/ See you then! Dr. Jess