In this episode, Samantha Foote narrates a personal story about her son's meltdown during a family trip. She recounts the events leading up to the meltdown, the meltdown itself, and what they did after.

Samantha shares what she did well in managing the situation, , and also reflects on what she could have done better.

She emphasizes the importance of helping children return to a self-regulated state during meltdowns and discusses the plans they made to ensure her son had personal space and ways to calm himself for the rest of the trip.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:10 The Meltdown
02:41 Understanding the Meltdown
03:17 Reflecting on the Response
04:52 Moving Forward: Strategies and Plans
05:39 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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In this episode, Samantha and Lauren talk with Dana Kay, a board-certified health practitioner, and two-time international bestselling author.

Dana shares her extensive experience working with families across the US through her company, ADHD Thrive Institute, where she helps parents reduce ADHD symptoms naturally by focusing on biological triggers like diet, gut health, and inflammation.

She emphasizes the importance of supporting a child's biology rather than 'fixing' them, and discusses the profound impact of the gut-brain connection on overall health and behavior, providing insights into how gut health can influence ADHD symptoms and other disorders.

00:00 Introduction to Donna Kay

00:34 Donna's Work with Neurodivergent Families

02:14 The Gut-Brain Connection

04:15 Impact of Antibiotics on Gut Health

08:17 The Role of the Vagus Nerve

10:14 Strategies for Supporting Gut Health

20:16 Addressing Picky Eating

21:41 Donna's Personal Life and Interests

23:10 Conclusion and Resources

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In this episode, Samantha Foote discusses effective strategies for managing transitions for neurodivergent children. Understanding that transitions can trigger anxiety, resistance, or meltdowns, she emphasizes the importance of preparation and planning.

Suggestions include using visual schedules, musical cues, and countdowns to create predictability and ease anxiety.

Additionally, she highlights the need for consistent daily routines, transitional objects, positive reinforcement, sensory considerations, and supportive communication as vital tools for smooth transitions.

00:00 Introduction to Managing Transitions
00:10 Understanding Transitions and Their Challenges
00:32 Preparation and Planning for Smooth Transitions
00:43 Using Visual Schedules and Musical Cues
01:44 Creating Predictability with Consistent Routines
02:20 Utilizing Transition Objects for Comfort
02:47 Countdowns and Timers for Effective Transitions
03:03 Positive Reinforcement and Encouragement
03:43 Sensory Considerations for Transitions
04:42 Supportive Communication Strategies
05:39 Key Strategies Recap and Conclusion

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