Welcome to My Mighty Quinn

In this powerful, passionate and eye-opening episode, I’m joined by the incomparable Dr Tony Ebel — neurologically focused chiropractor, father of four, founder of PX Docs, and pioneer of The Perfect Storm™ framework.

Together, we’re blowing the lid off the nervous system epidemic hiding behind so many childhood labels — from autism, ADHD and anxiety to seizures, PANS/PANDAS, gut issues, tics and developmental delays.

We go all the way back to where it starts — the delivery room — and reveal the truth about how modern birth interventions can disrupt the brainstem, damage the Vagus nerve, and send the nervous system into shutdown.

Dr Tony explains what’s really happening to the brain and body in utero, at birth, and in the early years — and why true healing must begin at the beginning.

This is the conversation I wish I’d had the day Quinn was born. Frankly, I needed to know this before conceiving and delivery planning!

Key Takeaways:

• Birth trauma is common, not rare — and often goes unrecognised, even in “routine” deliveries.
• The upper cervical spine and brainstem are the most neurologically dense and vulnerable areas in a newborn — and the first to be injured during traumatic birth.
• Prenatal stress alters fetal vagal tone and brain development via maternal cortisol exposure.
• The Vagus nerve is the master regulator of digestion, immunity, speech, sleep, socialisation and emotional regulation.
• Dr Tony outlines the 3 Stages of Nervous System Dysfunction:
  1. Sympathetic Dominance (e.g. colic, ADHD, anxiety)
  2. Neurological Disorganisation (e.g. immune, gut, motor delays)
  3. Neurological Exhaustion (e.g. regression, shutdown, autism)
• Neurologically focused chiropractic uses targeted scans and gentle adjustments to repair subluxation and restore Vagus nerve function.
• Parents are not powerless. Even if you can’t access a chiropractor, you can start to support your child’s nervous system at home.

Resources

• Dr Tony's Story
• Download the Free Guide
• Learn more about PX Docs: www.pxdocs.com

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Welcome to My Mighty Quinn

I’m Lucia Silver, founder of The Brain Health Movement and mother to the mighty Quinn. This is the podcast where we engage in clear-eyed, courageous conversations about childhood brain health, development, and resilience. Today’s episode is one that every parent and educator must hear.

Wake Up to Screen Toxicity — with Emily Cherkin

In this vital episode, I’m joined by Emily Cherkin, a former educator and leading voice in the movement for tech-intentional parenting. She is the author of The Screentime Solution: A Judgment-Free Guide to Becoming a Tech-Intentional Family. Together, we pull back the curtain on the pernicious impact of screen exposure on children’s brains, from toddlers to teens.

Emily brings the data, the insight, and the humanity to a topic that touches every modern household. We explore why screens are not calming children, but instead rewiring their brains in concerning ways; how screen time displaces critical developmental experiences; and why parents must reclaim their power from the tech industry. Emily’s philosophy of “tech intentionality” offers a practical, compassionate framework for every family.

Key Takeaways

• Children aged 8 to 18 now average 7.5 hours of recreational screen time per day - excluding school hours.
• Excessive screen use is displacing vital developmental needs such as movement, sleep, social interaction, and executive function.
• The tech industry is not neutral; products are designed for addiction and profit, not child wellbeing.
• “Calming” effects of screens are neurological myths - screens stimulate, not soothe.
• Parents are not powerless. Delaying, reducing, and modelling healthy tech habits makes a real difference.
• “Tech intentionality” means aligning screen use with family values and developmental needs.
• Reframing the removal of screens as a gift, not a punishment, can radically change the home dynamic.

Resources

• Book: The Screentime Solution by Emily Cherkin
• Free Guide

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  Taster Course Enrolment
  
  
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Welcome
Welcome back to My Mighty Quinn, the podcast where we explore groundbreaking solutions to help parents address the root causes of their children's struggles. I’m your host, Lucia Silva, and I’m thrilled to have you join us for another insightful episode.

Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of sound processing and its profound importance within child development. This episode is packed with actionable insights and expert advice to help you better understand how foundational skills like sensory integration and motor processing can unlock your child’s full potential.

Episode Summary
I’m joined by Charlotte Davies, an educational consultant, researcher, and Tomatis consultant. Charlotte’s expertise spans sensory integration, trauma, and sound processing therapy, making her a leading voice in child development.

We explore how sound acts as a superpower, influencing motor skills and emotional regulation. Charlotte shares her journey, from working in refugee camps to becoming a specialist in auditory therapy.

Discover how sound therapy can unlock a child’s potential, improve family dynamics, and even support young offenders in finding a new path.

Key Takeaways

• The Role of Sound: Sound is the first sense to develop and is critical for motor skills, sensory integration, and emotional regulation.
• Sound vs. Hearing: Hearing is not the same as sound processing. Charlotte explains how the brain interprets sound and why it matters.
• Practical Tips for Parents: Learn to identify sound processing issues and integrate sound therapy techniques at home.

Resources & Links

• Free Checklist: Download our checklist to identify sensory and motor skill challenges: Resources
• Fit2Learn by Charlotte Davies’ Expertise: Fit 2 Learn
• Whole Child Healing Roadmap Course, featuring Charlotte and other experts: www.thebrainhealthmovement.com/complete-course-enrolment

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Resource Links:

• Free Masterclass for Overwhelmed Parents
  
  
• Enrol in the Complete Course - "A Whole Child, Multi-Disciplinary Roadmap to Healing":
  Complete Course Enrolment
  
  
• Enrol in The Taster Course - "Discover the Root Cause of your Child’s Attention, Behaviour and Learning Difficulties":
  Taster Course Enrolment
  
  
• Download your FREE Guides now:
  www.thebrainhealthmovement.com/free-guides
  
  
• Take a look at our other Resources:
  www.thebrainhealthmovement.com/resources
  
  
• Join our Private Community on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/thebrainhealthmovement
  
  
• Follow Us on Instagram:
  www.instagram.com/thebrainhealthmovement
  
  
• The Brain Health Movement's Website:
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