One of the most common questions I hear from families is, "How can I get my child, especially a teenager, on board with these changes?"  If you have ever had that thought, then you definitely want to tune in to this episode.  Joining the show for  this episode is a special guest, a teenager named Matthew who has been working with his family to successfully reduce his ADHD symptoms so much that he has reduced his medication by 90%.  Matthew is a 17 year old student who is full of wisdom and insight for both kids on a similar journey and their parents.  Link Mentioned in ..read more

ADHD symptoms don't emerge in a vacuum, and they often have underlying hidden stressors, sometimes multiple, that need to be addressed. Without tackling these root issues, families find themselves stuck on an endless rollercoaster of symptom management.  One often overlooked stressor is Lyme disease. It’s known for its broad range of symptoms, including some of those that might mimic or exacerbate ADHD.  In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, meet Heather Gray. Heather is a Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist and Bioenergetic Practitioner specializing in supporting clients with ..read more

Donna Cipolla is a well-respected gastroenterologist with a career full of achievements. She’s also a registered dietician and a mom who is deeply invested in her child's wellbeing. Donna has a child with ADHD, and she went down the journey of trying to help her son naturally after he hit rock bottom as a college student.  In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, Donna shares not only her personal journey parenting a child with ADHD, but also her expertise as a medical doctor and the effectiveness of natural strategies for ADHD.   Link mentioned in the show:  Thriving with ..read more

Did you know that certain artificial flavors and colors could be influencing your child's behavior and focus? In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, we dive into the world of artificial flavors and colors.  Have you ever wondered why these synthetic additives are everywhere in our food? From why manufacturers prefer them over natural options to their significant impact on kids with ADHD, we're uncovering it all in this week’s episode. This is a conversation every family navigating ADHD needs to hear. We also explore the types of products most likely to contain these additives, armi ..read more

”When we change the way somebody breathes, we change their entire health.” -Sachin Patel In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, discover how breathwork can help children with ADHD thrive. Sachin Patel,  father, husband, philanthropist, functional medicine practice, success coach, speaker, author, breathwork facilitator, and plant medicine advocate, joins the show.  He is dedicated to raising consciousness and activating the inner doctor in everyone through lifestyle changes and breathwork. He is the founder of the Living Proof Institute and has been at the forefront of the pat ..read more

If you could only choose three things to focus on to reduce ADHD symptoms naturally, what would they be? In this week’s episode of the Soaring Child podcast, Dana Kay, holistic health and nutrition practitioner, answered this question.  If you’re just starting out, she shared 3 beginner strategies.  If you've been doing this for a while and feel like you've got a grasp on the beginner strategies, she shared some intermediate strategies.  Finally, if you consider yourself an expert, she shared the top strategies for experts as well.  These strategies are the pillars that can ..read more

Ever glanced at a food label and felt like you needed a degree to understand it? There is definitely A LOT of information on food labels that can make it tricky.  But, reading food labels is crucial, not just for those with dietary restrictions, but for anyone aiming to make healthier choices. From 'natural flavors' to hidden sugars, what's on the label can often be surprising. Andrea Daigle joined this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, sharing invaluable insights on navigating the maze of food labels. Whether you're trying to cut out certain ingredients or just want to eat cleaner, A ..read more

Many parents, moms especially, experience parental guilt. This is particularly a struggle for moms of neurodiverse children who experience challenging behaviors.  In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, JoAnn Crohn joins the show to discuss the important topic of “mom guilt.” JoAnn is a parenting educator and life coach who helps moms feel confident in raising empowered kids while pursuing their own goals. She’s a speaker, author, and the host of the No Guilt Mom podcast. She appears in national media. She’s the founder of the company No Guilt Mom, and she specializes in helping mom ..read more

How do you stay gluten-free when you're away from the comfort of your own kitchen? That's the question we'll dive into today.  Laura Falzon, the creator of the popular YouTube channel Five Hungry Travelers, joins the show to share practical tips and strategies to make travel less stressful and more enjoyable for families who are prioritizing health conscious choices. Laura shares ways to travel without compromising on dietary restrictions. She has worked for years in the travel industry before starting her own business as a birth doula. When her child needed to adapt his diet to manage hi ..read more

Gardening can be very beneficial for families of children with ADHD. In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, learn more about the nurturing aspects of gardening and the principles of food as medicine and how a garden to table lifestyle not only fosters a connection with nature, but also empowers our families  to become informed advocates for their own well-being.  Katie Oglesby is an edible garden designer and a holistic health coach on a mission to help her clients to stop being passive participants in their health journeys and become courageous, informed advocates for their w ..read more