79. Experiential Learning: Reflect, Connect, and Grow with Bryn Lottig
Release Date: 07/18/2024
104. Vulnerability: The Secret to Connecting with Your Kids with Kristina Lucia
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
A simple tweak in how we talk to kids about emotions can transform those frustrating moments into genuine connection. When children lack the vocabulary for their emotions, they face the same barrier as trying to communicate in a foreign language. Kristina Lucia, an award-winning author and illustrator who creates books about feelings, discovered firsthand how learning to name and express emotions changed her relationships. Join us this week to discover why vulnerability isn't weakness, how to meet children at their level (literally and figuratively), and practical...
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103. Build Resilience in Kids, Not Perfectionism with Lisa Chan
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
Finding the balance between gentle parenting and building resilience in our kids is a huge challenge, often resulting in unintentional perfectionism on our part as parents. But could this perfectionism be having a deeper impact on your child’s development? I’m speaking to Lisa Chan, a former pediatric occupational therapist turned parent coach, to explore how we can support our children's emotional development without falling into the perfectionism trap. Lisa brings over a decade of experience working with kids who have autism, ADHD, and sensory challenges, and she shares why she...
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102. Is Handwriting Still Necessary? With Dr. Christina Bretz
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
How do we help our young children with their handwriting? And in this digital age where everyone’s learning on an iPad, is it even necessary for children to be practicing their handwriting skills? School-based occupational therapist Dr. Christina Bretz believes handwriting remains a crucial skill for children’s cognitive development, even in our digital age. Listen in this week to learn the research that proves the importance of children learning handwriting, and practical strategies for teaching handwriting. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information...
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101. Overcoming Math Anxiety in Young Learners with Dr. Aditya Nagrath
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
My guest today is Dr. Aditya Nagrath, who holds a PhD in Mathematics and Computer Science. With over 30 years of industry experience as a software engineer, author, and entrepreneur, he's worked on everything from atomic clocks to Amazon's Kindle Fire. As founder of Elephant Head Math software and the Elephant Learning Math Academy, he's developed an online system that helps children learn about a year and a half of math in just 10 weeks when used 30 minutes per week. In our conversation, Dr. Nagrath outlines three distinct steps to master new math concepts – define, recognize, and...
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100. 3 Ways to Raise Antifragile Children
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
Have you ever felt caught in the crossfire between gentle parenting and raising resilient kids? As a parent in today's world, I constantly wrestle with how to validate my children's emotions while still helping them develop the strength to face life's inevitable challenges. This tension between empathy and resilience represents one of the most significant parenting dilemmas of our time. In this special 100th episode, I'm diving into a concept that has transformed my approach to parenting: preparing the child for the road, not the road for the child. Join me this week as I...
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99. Raising Boundary-Savvy Kids with Amy Armstrong
Raising Healthy Kid Brains
Have you ever struggled with setting boundaries while still being a kind, gentle person? Today's conversation might just transform your approach to parenting and relationships. In this episode, I'm diving into the world of boundaries with Amy Armstrong, a pioneer in conflict resolution who brings her expertise from high-conflict divorce situations into practical advice for everyday parenting. She introduces a revolutionary approach to boundaries that allows us to maintain our warmth and kindness while still protecting our needs and teaching our children valuable life skills. Get...
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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...
info_outlineBryn Lottig is an educator who uses the wilderness and adventure as a medium to teach children character development. Written for educators, parents, and leaders, her book, No Child Left Inside: Transforming the Next Generation Through Experiential Learning, explores how we can create an experiential learning cycle for kids where they can develop skills and safely explore personal strengths as well as limitations.
Bryn walks us through the concept of the experiential learning cycle and how leading kids through immersive outdoor experiences amplifies their social, emotional, and communication skills. We’re also exploring the importance of giving our children autonomy and choice, why kids need to engage in healthy risk-taking behaviors, and what happens when you make stressful patterns predictable, moderate, and controlled.
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