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119 The Magic of adding Movement to Communication with Sonia and Lili Story

119 The Magic of adding Movement to Communication with Sonia and Lili Story

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. 

Brain and Sensory Foundations course

Case Studies, Inspiring Stories and Research

47 pages of Evidence on brain-based movements for transforming challenges

In addition, just for nervous moms, I have created a 10-step free resource to help you make most of your child’s return to school this year. 

If you are nervous about another year with IEPs and going Back-To-School within a special ed system, check out my free resource at www.functionalnutritionforkids.com/backtoschool

 

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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.

118 The Primary Way to build Intelligence in your Child

118 The Primary Way to build Intelligence in your Child

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.

If you want to explore how lesson plans may look for you with this idea, please DM Vaish at www.instagram.com/drvaishsarathy

You can also access her free ebook on Learning Strategies that Actually Work here.

 

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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.

112 How long should my child be Gluten Free?

112 How long should my child be Gluten Free?

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.

www.functionalnutritionforkids.com/roar

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.

111 Ten ways to help your child fall asleep with Deepa Kannan

111 Ten ways to help your child fall asleep with Deepa Kannan

If you are struggling with your child taking hours to fall asleep or waking up at odd times in the day, you are absolutely not alone. Some studies say that up to 80% of Autistic kids experience some form of sleep disturbance.

Compared to neurotypical kids, Autistic kids were seen to be 2.6 times more likely to have a problem falling asleep, and 1.5 times more likely to have problems staying asleep.

And if you are concerned about learning / focus / moods, you can pretty much forget about fixing these in the absence of a good night’s sleep.

Sleep is a keystone habit! This means that poor sleep can affect every body system and all sorts of neurological

Here are 10 strategies to help your child fall asleep from a discussion with Deepa Kannan, the Sleep Whisperer.

I have curated the tips into a downloadable eBook – that you can find at www.functionalnutritionforkids.com/sleeptips – Download that here.

 

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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.

110 Keystone Habits for Moods and Focus in children

110 Keystone Habits for Moods and Focus in children

In this episode of Functional Nutrition and Learning for Kids, Host Vaish talks about keystone habits and their impact on children’s learning and behavior. From the importance of a blood sugar balancing breakfast to the quality of sleep and screen time, Vaish shares practical tips and insights on how parents and caregivers can make small but powerful changes to help their children reach their full potential.

Tune in to discover the power of keystone habits and how they can transform your child’s life. And don’t forget to join Vaish’s free Power Breakfast Challenge at www.functionalnutritionforkids.com/powerbreakfast to take the first step towards building your child’s daily stress resilience.

 

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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.