In this episode, we talk about what a severe learning disability actually is and how can you reduce it. There are other terms used for it like “low-functioning”, severely autistic, severe intellectual delay.
Very few of the labels actually go into the root cause of the issue.
In this issue, you will learn:
What a severe delay/ disability actually means
What you can do to reduce the severity
How to move ahead.
Sign up for my FREE training where I share Behind the Scenes Wisdom and Secrets about how I teach Math and Science to children labelled with “severe” disabilities. You can sign up at the link in my bio which is www.functionalnutritionforkids.com/teachyourchild
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Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
In Episode 120, Dr. Erica Peirson and I discuss the potential risks and concerns associated with carbohydrate restrictive diets, particularly for children.
CAUTION: If you / your child is already on a restrictive diet, especially for medical needs, please do not make changes without the support and Ok of a medical / nutritional professional as the case may be. This conversation is for educational purposes only. Restrictive diets are hard and tricky, so make sure you have someone by your side who knows what they are doing, and who can help you navigate.
Non-Linear Education taught by Vaish Sarathy, Ph.D. [How to teach any child with an Intellectual Delay] will soon be open for enrollment.
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Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
What does adding a Movement Therapy do to a child’s learning and communication? I chatted with Sonia Story and Lili Turns out quite a lot.
Welcome to Functional Nutrition and Learning for kids – the podcast where we explore learning and education for kids with disabilities such as Down syndrome and Autism from inside out.
In this podcast, you will learn:
Why communication may be stalled due to dis regulation
What neurodevelopmental and integrative movements can do to support regulation
How adding more than one complementary technique can transform a child’s growth
The difference between behavior and compensation.
This is a pretty phenomenal episode, and here are some links if you want to know Sonia and Lili more.
Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
How does intelligence work again? We don’t know. But we do know the ONE technique, the ONE process that can help your child (and you) develop nuanced thinking skills, critical thought, an engaged mind, and an active brain – things we regard as intelligence.
It is widely known in all circles, with all cognitive experts, AND even with employers to help build engagement in their companies, but the people that should be using these – TEACHERS, and PARENTS don’t often use this.
In this episode, Dr. Vaish Sarathy tells you exactly what to do to build your student’s complex thinking skills.
Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
In Episode 117, join Dr. Vaish Sarathy and Dr. Mary Wilde as they delve into the topic of anxiety in children. Discover practical strategies and insights to support mental well-being and empower children to thrive. We will:
Explore how anxiety doesn’t define a child’s identity and learn tools to equip them for success
Uncover the contributing factors to the anxiety epidemic, including social media and unfiltered information
Delve into 4 essential pillars of well-being
Explore the mind-body-spirit connection and the importance of cultivating safety and security
Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
The biggest variable in communication for Autistic kids / adults is REGULATION. In today’s podcast Casey DePriest explains Polyvagal Theory and how this explains behavior and regulation in our kids.
Make sure to tune in now to learn:
What is the difference between a top-down and bottom-up approach to behavior?
Why asking a child to change their behavior doesn’t work
The 3 types of movement challenges that Autistic kids face
How do music and rhythm impact our children’s movement
Why regulation is the most important part of communication
Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
Please consider leaving me a review on your favorite podcast platform and share this episode with your friends and family. Thanks for listening!
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Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
Welcome to Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids, the podcast that helps parents and practitioners support their children’s growth and development through gut health, functional nutrition principles, and effective learning strategies.
In this episode, host Dr. Vaish Sarathy speaks with Animesh Kumar, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Ocean Friends, a company that uses cutting-edge AI to help families manage nutrition and behavior for children with Autism.
Animesh shares his personal story of struggle in finding the right care for his son with Autism, and how this led him to develop an innovative solution to help families track their child’s food intake without the burden of traditional food logs and diaries. This is an episode you won’t want to miss!
If you loved this episode, please drop us a rating and review wherever you are listening!
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Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
In this episode, Dr. Vaish Sarathy answers the question of how long a child should be gluten-free.
Tune in to learn about:
how long it takes to be on a gluten free diet to see results
the signs of success on a gluten free diet
why studies can be contradictory in their results on whether going gluten free can help.
the significance of gluten in children with Autism, Down Syndrome and Gut Issues
is removing gluten enough?
If you are looking for a course that will take you through the confusing maze of dietary interention, Roadmap to Attention and Regulation may be a good fit for you.
If you are overwhelmed by starting a diet without gluten, then my FREE Power Breakfast challenge is for you. Because we need to start somewhere – and where better than breakfast. It starts next week. So join me at www.functionalnutritionforkids.com/powerbreakfast
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Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
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