• Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

  • By: Dana Kay
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Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

By: Dana Kay
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  • Here is a place where you will learn how to address your child's ADHD symptoms naturally so you can stop walking on eggshells & bring back peace & calm to your home. Hosted Dana Kay, board certified health & nutrition practitioner, author of the best selling book Thriving with ADHD, leading ADHD expert but most importantly a mom with a child with ADHD who gets it. As a mother of a child with ADHD, she knows firsthand the struggles that come with parenting a neurodiverse child & the freedom that is possible once parents learn to reduce ADHD symptoms. Dana has been featured in Forbes, on Fox & CBS, & various other online media. She has also been a guest at multiple parenting & ADHD summits & podcasts. Her goal with the Soaring child is to give hope & answers to parents of children with ADHD who are looking for alternative (natural) and effective means of helping them learn to thrive at home, at school, and in life. Because children with ADHD deserve to soar, just like every other child.
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  • 108: The Effects of Gut Health on Children’s Mental Health with Dr. Elisa Song

    108: The Effects of Gut Health on Children’s Mental Health with Dr. Elisa Song
    May 16 2024
    “We are in a state of emergency for children’s mental health.” Dr. Elisa Song In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, discover the most up-to-date information about children’s mental health and how gut health directly impacts mental health. Dr. Elisa Song joins the show to share what parents can do to build resilience in their children. Elisa Song, MD, is an integrative pediatrician and pediatric functional medicine expert, and most importantly, a mother to two thriving children. She has dedicated her career to helping parents and practitioners bridge the gap between conventional and holistic pediatrics with an evidence-based, pediatrician-backed, parent-approved approach. Dr. Song has lectured around the world at leading integrative and functional medicine conferences and premier parenting events. She has also been featured in hundreds of top podcasts, print, and online media outlets. Her new book, Healthy Kids, Happy Kids, is available now. Links Mentioned in the Podcast: ADHD Symptom Reduction Tool - http://adhdthriveinstitute.com/tool Dr. Elisa Song’s new book, Healthy Kids, Happy Kids - https://www.healthykidshappykids.com/book/ Key Takeaways: [3:39] The current state of children’s mental health [6:53] The gut-brain connection and how it relates to mental health [17:16] The most common factors that disrupt our kids' microbiomes [26:16] Tips for creating gut-brain resilience in children [37:12] Healthy Kids, Happy Kids - Dr. Song’s new book [40:28] Where to find Dr. Elisa Song online Memorable Moments: “We are in a state of emergency for children’s mental health.” “By the time kids are 18, 1 in 2 will be diagnosed with a mental health disorder.” “When we are talking about our children’s mental health…we always need to look at their guts.” “Antibiotics given to infants…can significantly increase - by up to 50% - the risk of that child having mental health concerns by the time they are older kids or teenagers.” “The vast majority of neurotransmitters are made by our gut microbiome.” “If we do not have a healthy balance of all of these beneficial bacteria that make our neurotransmitters, there’s no way we can have optimal or healthy brain development or brain functioning.” “One of the single most insidious and persistent and ever-present disruptors are our ultra-processed foods.” “Not only do these ultra-processed foods affect our gut microbiome, they also affect our kids' brains.” “It takes only 2 months of a steady diet of ultra-processed foods to change our brain, we can reverse that trend with a steady diet of gut-nourishing, brain-nourishing food.” “Psychological stress can disrupt your gut microbiome in the matter of an hour.” “Stress is not necessarily a bad thing.” “Having no stress may be more stressful and inflammatory to your body and brain than having some stress that you can overcome.” “When you want your kids to expand their pallets, the best way is to get them cooking.” How to Connect with Dr. Elisa Song Website: https://healthykidshappykids.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthykids_happykids/ Dana Kay Resources: 🔗WEBSITES: https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/ https://dana-kay.com/ 👋SOCIALS: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDThriveInstitute LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-thrive-institute/mycompany/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/adhdthriveinstitute/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd_thriveinstitute 📕INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLING BOOK: Thriving with ADHD – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/book/ 💻FREE MASTERCLASS Free Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally Masterclass - https://bit.ly/3GAbFQl ⭐COURSES & PROGRAMS ADHD Parenting Course – https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/parentingadhd ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids Program – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/packages/ Dye-Free for ADHD Course - https://bit.ly/4aFj6TY
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    41 mins
  • 107: Primitive Reflexes in Kids with ADHD with Dr. Kaleb Scroggin

    107: Primitive Reflexes in Kids with ADHD with Dr. Kaleb Scroggin
    May 9 2024

    What are primitive reflexes? What role do they play in ADHD symptoms? And can working on retained primitive reflexes really make that much of a difference in kids with ADHD?

    Dr. Kaleb Scroggin joins this episode of the Soaring Child podcast to share more on this topic. Dr. Scroggin was born and raised in Savannah, Georgia where he currently runs his pediatric-focused Chiropractic practice. He was a high level athlete growing up where he was exposed to sports chiropractic and even went on to work with pro athletes in the NFL and MLB during his undergraduate and the first portion of his chiropractic schooling.

    He was then exposed to the profound impact of working with children and the life changes that can happen when a child’s health is improved and restored. He immediately shifted from working with athletes and dove into newborn and neurodevelopmental health. From there he received a board certification in pediatrics and published a paper on balance and coordination in children with ASD, while running a practice and raising three beautiful children with his wife. Every day he is invigorated with the changes he sees in childrens’ lives.

    If you are curious to learn more about retained primitive reflexes, tune in to this episode!

    Link mentioned in the podcast:

    Book a free call with my team: https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/meet

    Key Takeaways:

    [4:01] What are primitive reflexes?

    [8:21] What are retained primitive reflexes?

    [14:30] What should a parent do if they suspect a child has retained primitive reflexes?

    [22:02] Are there specific reflexes that are directly related to ADHD challenges?

    [30:16] Is there a time when it’s too late to fix these things?

    [37:00] Where to find Kaleb online

    Memorable Moments:

    ”Primitive reflexes are the major movers of your body from about 4 months pre-birth to about 4 months after birth, and their goal is to actually train your brain on what to do.”

    ”There’s about 14 different…primitive reflexes…that we check in our office on our new infant exams that should be there at birth.”

    ”There are some reflexes that are there starting at 4 months before birth and some that don’t come on until a few months after birth that help with different developmental milestones.”

    ”Movement is the #1 driver of brain development.”

    ”There’s a ton of infant reflexes that need to be integrated in order for that frontal lobe - the executive function - to have a good foundation to work.”

    ”You have to turn on the whole frontal part of the brain in the developmental order as a baby for the adult part of the brain to work appropriately.”

    How to Connect with Dr. Kaleb Scroggin

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restorationchirosavannah/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drkalebscroggin/

    Dana Kay Resources:

    🔗WEBSITES:

    • https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/

    • https://dana-kay.com/

    👋SOCIALS:

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/

    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDThriveInstitute

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-thrive-institute/mycompany/

    • Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/adhdthriveinstitute/

    • Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd_thriveinstitute

    📕INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLING BOOK:

    • Thriving with ADHD – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/book/

    💻FREE MASTERCLASS

    • Free Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally Masterclass - https://bit.ly/3GAbFQl

    ⭐COURSES & PROGRAMS

    • ADHD Parenting Course – https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/parentingadhd

    • ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids Program – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/packages/

    • Dye-Free for ADHD Course - https://bit.ly/4aFj6TY
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    39 mins
  • 106: How to Have a Non Toxic Summer with Dana Kay

    106: How to Have a Non Toxic Summer with Dana Kay
    May 2 2024

    Summer is full of outdoor activities and memorable adventures. But it's also a time when our children are more exposed to various environmental toxins, like chlorine from swimming pools, chemicals in sunscreens, etc. These toxins can add a significant load to their bodies, exacerbating ADHD symptoms.

    In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, discover how to have a non-toxic summer (and how to safely and effectively detox from any toxins your child might be exposed to).

    Links mentioned in the episode:

    My favorite magnesium flakes: https://amzn.to/3PISJEE

    My favorite HM-ET binder: https://shop.adhdthriveinstitute.com/hm-et-binder-120-capsules.html

    ADHD Fast Class: https://bit.ly/3GAbFQl

    Detoxification Episode - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/podcast/soaring-child-episode-88/

    Key Takeaways:

    [3:20] Common toxins kids are exposed to during the summer

    [7:20] Tips to make swimming less toxic

    [11:38] What to look for in a sunscreen

    [15:38] How parents can ensure a toxin-free environment at summer camp

    [18:14] Natural ways to support detoxification and reduce the impact of toxins

    Memorable Moments:

    ”During the summer, children are often more active and spend a considerable amount of time outdoors, which, while very beneficial for kids with ADHD, also increases their exposure to various environmental toxins.”

    ”Because children's bodies are still developing, they are more vulnerable to the adverse effects of chemical exposures. Their smaller size, higher rates of metabolism, and the fact that they're closer to the ground (where some toxins settle) further increase their risk.”

    ”Though chlorine isn’t ideal, there are things you can do to help your kids detox those chemicals before and after swimming.”

    ”You can still use sunscreen but choose a cleaner brand and this will go a long way in reducing your child’s overall toxic load!”

    ”It’s much easier to limit a child’s toxic exposure when they’re at home with us under our supervision, but many of our kids will also be going to summer camps so we need to think about this too.“

    ”The goal is to support the body's natural detoxification processes, which include the liver, kidneys, digestive system, and skin, in a gentle and supportive way.”

    ”Remember, small tweaks can make a significant impact.”

    Dana Kay Resources:

    🔗WEBSITES:

    • https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/

    • https://dana-kay.com/

    👋SOCIALS:

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/

    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDThriveInstitute

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-thrive-institute/mycompany/

    • Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/adhdthriveinstitute/

    • Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd_thriveinstitute

    📕INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLING BOOK:

    • Thriving with ADHD – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/book/

    💻FREE MASTERCLASS

    • Free Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally Masterclass - https://bit.ly/3GAbFQl

    ⭐COURSES & PROGRAMS

    • ADHD Parenting Course – https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/parentingadhd

    • ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids Program – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/packages/

    • Dye-Free for ADHD Course - https://bit.ly/4aFj6TY
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    27 mins

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