76. Everyone Is Creative: How Art Improves Our Kids’ Brain Function with Karen DeLoach
Release Date: 06/06/2024
98. Pediatric Sleep Apnea: A Simple Solution with Dr. Kalli Hale
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
Have you ever had one of those moments where you discover something so important, you can't believe no one told you sooner? That's exactly how I felt recording this episode. If your child snores, breathes through their mouth, grinds their teeth, has ADHD symptoms, gets frequent cavities, or even wets the bed - these could all be signs of pediatric sleep apnea. The most shocking part? Unlike adult sleep apnea, the solution for children can be remarkably simple. Dr. Kalli Hale, a dentist specializing in sleep dentistry, shares how airway-centered dental care and how proper...
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97. Is Your Child REALLY Learning to Read at School? A Conversation with Dr. Irene Daria
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
What if your child told you their school wasn't teaching them to read properly? Would you believe them? In this week's episode, we dive deep into a story that's unfortunately all too common in our education system. Dr. Irene Daria shares her journey from being a concerned mother to becoming a developmental psychologist specializing in teaching children how to read. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:
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96. Building a Balanced Reading Diet: The Role of Nonfiction with Melissa Taylor
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
I’m joined by education blogger, children’s book expert, and former teacher, Melissa Taylor. Melissa is the creator behind Imagination Soup: a blog where parents, grandparents, librarians, and teachers can find great children’s books as well as educational learning ideas, resources, and community. We dive into the world of nonfiction and explore why it's such an essential part of a balanced reading diet for kids. Throughout the episode, Melissa shares practical tips and strategies for incorporating more nonfiction into your child's reading routine. From book talks and read-alouds...
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95. Why Every Child Should Learn a Second Language with Anna Rita Pergolizzi-Wentworth
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
Anna Rita is the Regional Managing Director of Green Ivy International School and Interim Head of School at Pine Street School. As an expert in multilingual education, we explore the incredible power of learning languages in childhood. Anna Rita shares why the ages of 0-6 are a critical window for language acquisition, how bilingualism enhances executive function and cultural understanding, and the long-term cognitive benefits of speaking multiple languages. Whether you're considering language immersion school, learning a heritage language at home, or simply want to give your child's...
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94. Overcoming Math Anxiety with Dr. Sara Delano Moore
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
I sit down with Dr. Sara Delano Moore, a fourth-generation educator and expert in mathematics education, to discuss strategies for fostering a love of math in our children. Dr. Sara shares her insights on how kids' attitudes towards math are heavily influenced by the adults in their lives. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Sara offers practical tips and real-life examples of how we can incorporate math into everyday activities and conversations with our kids. Join me for this informative and inspiring discussion on nurturing a love of math in our children! Get full show notes,...
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93. Leading with Compassion: Helping Teachers Thrive Emotionally and Professionally with Leslie Cole
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
I sit down with Leslie Cole, Director of School Solutions at eLuma, to explore practical strategies for fostering educator well-being. Leslie brings a wealth of experience as a school psychologist, district administrator, and MTSS coordinator, and she's on a mission to promote student success by supporting the adults who serve them. Get ready to discover actionable tips for open communication, healthy boundaries, and a culture of respect in our schools. Whether you're an administrator looking to prevent teacher burnout or a parent wanting to partner with your child's teacher, this...
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92. Taming Your Brain's Alarm System: The Amygdala Explained with Anna Housley Juster
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
In this episode, I talk with Anna Housley Juster, an expert in early childhood education, psychology, and clinical social work. Anna has done incredible things in her career, including serving as a content director for Sesame Street. She recently published a children's book called How to Train Your Amygdala that explains how this part of the brain works in a fun, engaging way. Our conversation covers the brain-body connection, practical ways to help children practice mindfulness and breathing, and the critical importance of play. Anna shares tips for implementing playful activities into...
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91. Teach Your Kids to Declutter: Practical Advice for Involving the Whole Family with Katy Wells
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I'm joined by Katy Wells, a nationally renowned decluttering expert, mom of two, and host of The Maximized Minimalist podcast. Katy shares her personal journey of how a life-changing car accident led her to take control of her physical environment and the powerful impact it had on her mental well-being. Throughout our conversation, Katy provides practical tips and strategies for decluttering your home in a way that feels manageable and sustainable. She emphasizes the importance of grace and progress over perfection, and shares how involving your kids in the process can teach them...
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90. 5 Pillars of Self-Worth Every Child Needs to Thrive with Nellie Harden
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
I talk with Nellie Harden, a wife, mother of four daughters, former worth chaser, trauma survivor, author, and speaker in the space of family life and leadership. Nellie is here to share her insights on how we can strategically build a foundation for worth, esteem, and confidence in our children from a young age. Nellie breaks down the five pillars of self-worth that every human needs, and how parents can model these pillars and help their children internalize them. She walks us through the importance of being students of our children and involving them in family responsibilities to...
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89. Developmental Trauma: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Parenting and Teaching with Stephan Friedrich
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
I talk with the founder of Knightlamp Consulting and child trauma specialist, Stephan Friedrich, about the misconceptions around developmental trauma and what actually happens in early childhood that can lead to lasting impacts. Knightlamp is Australia’s leading consultancy in trauma-informed practice and uses their expertise to effect healing, change, and an improved life trajectory for children, young people, and adults. Stephan explains how the brain develops in the first few years of life, why traditional parenting approaches using rewards and consequences often fail with...
info_outlineKaren DeLoach grew up directing plays on the playground with no idea that one day she’d make her own independent films and teach others how to do the same. As both a university instructor and a homeschool teacher, Karen has seen how art can impact both physical and mental health firsthand. She also shares some really powerful stories about how art has changed lives.
Join us for a wonderful conversation about discovering new ways to get creative, finding our ability to express ourselves through art, and the science behind what art can do for our kids—and for us! We discuss how the right and left brain are different, how art helps people who are neurodiverse, and what you can do to support your kids and their love for art.
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