In this episode, Samantha and Lauren interview Yana Kleyman, a functional medicine health consultant. Yana shares her personal journey from traditional healthcare as a pharmacist to discovering the transformative power of functional medicine.

This transition was inspired by her own health crisis at age 33, which led her to explore root cause medicine. Today, Yana is dedicated to helping children with ADHD and other developmental disorders thrive naturally by challenging predetermined futures.

Yana and the hosts discuss various approaches to functional medicine, emphasizing the importance of addressing root causes like gut health, genetics, and environmental factors rather than just treating symptoms with medication.

00:00 Introduction

00:41 Meet Our Special Guest: Janna Klayman

02:08 Yana's Personal Health Journey

03:25 Understanding Functional Medicine

05:27 The Role of Nutrition and Lifestyle

14:35 Practical Tips for Parents

20:36 Resources and Final Thoughts

26:36 Conclusion and Highlights

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In this episode, Samantha and Lauren discuss the positive impacts of spending time in nature on mental health. They explore how outdoor activities activate the parasympathetic nervous system, decreasing cortisol levels, lowering heart rates, and improving sensory integration and attention.

Using personal anecdotes and scientific explanations, Samantha and Lauren highlight nature's ability to provide a gentle and predictable sensory input conducive to emotional and cognitive rejuvenation. They also discuss practical strategies for encouraging neurodivergent children to spend more time outdoors, emphasizing the importance of making such activities a part of daily routines.

00:00 Introduction

00:52 Today's Topic: Touching Grass for Mental Health

01:43 Personal Stories and Benefits of Nature

04:59 The Neuroscience Behind Nature's Benefits

15:37 Practical Outdoor Activities for Kids

18:40 Overcoming Barriers to Outdoor Time

19:52 Seasonal Outdoor Activities

22:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode, Samantha and Lauren talk about Halloween and the sensory challenges that can come with it. They discuss the sensory overload issues related to costumes, decorations, loud noises, and changes in routine.

To help parents navigate these challenges, they offer practical advice on practicing with costumes, managing trick-or-treating expectations, and choosing sensory-friendly environments.

They also emphasize the importance of understanding that children's behavior is a form of communication and suggest strategies to support children before, during, and after Halloween events to prevent sensory overload and ensure a positive experience for both parents and their kids.

00:00 Introduction

01:28 Homeschooling Decision and Mom Burnout

04:51 Halloween Sensory Overwhelm

11:57 Preparing for Halloween Night

16:56 Managing Halloween Night

18:12 Post-Halloween Tips and Reflection

20:02 Conclusion and Resources

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