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Raising Kids, Naturally

Raising Kids, Naturally

By: EcoParent Inc.
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 The lifelong impact we can have on our children's health is incredible. As parents, we have an amazing opportunity to teach our kids, lead by example, and set them up for a life of optimal health. Getting the foundations of health in place and tuning into what you feel is the best for you and your family are essential.

With honesty and humour, Dr. Alexa Torontow, ND, will help you navigate through the rollercoaster world of Raising Kids, Naturally, so that you feel confident and at ease in your parenthood journey.

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Episodes
  • EP#37: The Magic of Mindfulness - Solo Episode

    EP#37: The Magic of Mindfulness - Solo Episode
    Jul 7 2025
    Raising Kids, Naturally is a part of the EcoParent Podcast Network.

    This episode was generously sponsored by Orange Naturals.

    About this Episode:
    In this episode Dr. Domenique, ND discusses the importance of teaching mindfulness to children as a vital skill for emotional regulation and stress management. The conversation covers various techniques and activities that can help children understand their emotions, cope with stressors, and develop resilience. Practical tips for introducing mindfulness in daily life, including breathing exercises, yoga, and creative activities, are shared to empower both children and parents in their mindfulness journey.

    Host Bio and Links:
    Dr. Domenique Barbaro is a naturopathic doctor and birth doula with a focus on women, moms, and their little ones. She is passionate about promoting optimal health at all life stages and ages and empowering the whole family unit to live a healthy and fulfilling life.

    IG: @drdomenique.nd
    Web: www.drdomeniquend.com

    Resources:
    Cosmic Kids Yoga: https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
    Sensory Jar Instructions: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/how -to-make-a-sensory-bottle

    Credits:
    This episode was edited, mastered, and produced by RanserSound.

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/raising-kids-naturally--5241046/support.
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    35 mins
  • EP#36: The Basics of Food Introduction - Solo Episode

    EP#36: The Basics of Food Introduction - Solo Episode
    Jun 16 2025
    Raising Kids, Naturally is a part of the EcoParent Podcast Network.

    This episode was generously sponsored by Orange Naturals.

    About this Episode:
    In this episode Dr. Domenique, ND runs through the basics of food introduction. She discusses the differences between traditional feeding and baby led weaning and highlights best first foods and how to introduce allergens. She also touches on signs of an allergic reaction to look out for and how to tell when your baby is ready for solids.

    Host Bio and Links:
    Dr. Domenique Barbaro is a naturopathic doctor and birth doula with a focus on women, moms, and their little ones. She is passionate about promoting optimal health at all life stages and ages and empowering the whole family unit to live a healthy and fulfilling life.

    IG: @drdomenique.nd
    Web: www.drdomeniquend.com

    Resources:
    Solid Starts: https://solidstarts.com
    First Foods Database: https://solidstarts.com/foods
    Huckleberry App: https://huckleberrycare.com

    Credits:
    This episode was edited, mastered, and produced by RanserSound.

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/raising-kids-naturally--5241046/support.
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    32 mins
  • EP#35: Evidence Based Nutrition & Lifestyle for ADHD Support with Dr. Erika Krumbeck, ND

    EP#35: Evidence Based Nutrition & Lifestyle for ADHD Support with Dr. Erika Krumbeck, ND
    Jun 9 2025
    Raising Kids, Naturally is a part of the EcoParent Podcast Network.This episode was generously sponsored by Orange Naturals.About this Episode:In this episode Dr. Domenique, ND is joined by Dr. Erika Krumbeck, a Naturopathic Doctor from Montana. They break down the best evidence-based nutritional and lifestyle strategies to support an ADHD diagnosis and the role of the microbiome. Additionally, they highlight what constitutes an ADHD diagnosis and its potential crossover with other conditions.Guest Bio and Links:Dr. Erika Krumbeck, ND, FABNP, is a board-certified pediatric naturopathic physician and the founder and owner of Montana Whole Health in Missoula, MT. She is a licensed naturopathic physician in the state of Montana and serves as the Residency Director at Montana Whole Health. In this role, she also acts as a preceptor for Bastyr University and the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), guiding the next generation of naturopathic physicians.Dr. Krumbeck is the founder and editor of www.naturopathicpediatrics.com, established in 2013, which has become a trusted source of natural health information for parents, caregivers, and healthcare providers. In 2024, Dr. Krumbeck founded Naturopathic Pediatrics PRO, an initiative dedicated to providing evidence-based integrative and naturopathic pediatric-focused continuing education courses. Her past courses include Evidence Based Nutritional Interventions for ADHD, A Naturopathic Approach to Constipation in Children, Understanding Pediatric Lab Values, A Natural Approach to Treating Oppositional Defiant Disorder in Children, and Herbal Solutions for Anxiety Disorders in Children. She is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, Pediatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians and Montana Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Website (of course):http://naturopathicpediatrics.comhttp://mtwholehealth.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/naturopathicpediatrics/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NaturopathicPediatricsPROHost Bio and Links:Dr. Domenique Barbaro is a naturopathic doctor and birth doula with a focus on women, moms, and their little ones. She is passionate about promoting optimal health at all life stages and ages and empowering the whole family unit to live a healthy and fulfilling life.IG: @drdomenique.ndWeb: www.drdomeniquend.comResources:Dopamine synthesis pathway: https://www.geneticlifehacks.com/dopamine-synthesis-snps-genes-and-making-dopamine/Vanderbilt ADHD assessment: https://nichq.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/NICHQ-Vanderbilt-Assessment-Scales.pdfZinc status in ADHD: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8285486/My summary article on Naturopathic Pediatrics about how to start an elimination/mediterranean type diet for kids with ADHD: https://naturopathicpediatrics.com/2023/02/08/the-happy-brain-diet-for-adhd-and-sensory-processing-disorders/Credits:This episode was edited, mastered, and produced by RanserSound.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/raising-kids-naturally--5241046/support.
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    58 mins

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