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Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

著者： Dana Kay
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概要

 Here is a place where you will learn how to address your child's ADHD symptoms naturally so you can stop walking on eggshells & bring back peace & calm to your home. Hosted Dana Kay, board certified health & nutrition practitioner, author of the best selling book Thriving with ADHD, leading ADHD expert but most importantly a mom with a child with ADHD who gets it. As a mother of a child with ADHD, she knows firsthand the struggles that come with parenting a neurodiverse child & the freedom that is possible once parents learn to reduce ADHD symptoms. Dana has been featured in Forbes, on Fox & CBS, & various other online media. She has also been a guest at multiple parenting & ADHD summits & podcasts. Her goal with the Soaring child is to give hope & answers to parents of children with ADHD who are looking for alternative (natural) and effective means of helping them learn to thrive at home, at school, and in life. Because children with ADHD deserve to soar, just like every other child. 人間関係 子育て
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  • 193: Talking to Kids About Sex, Boundaries, and Relationships—Without Making It Weird

    193: Talking to Kids About Sex, Boundaries, and Relationships—Without Making It Weird
    2026/01/29

    Many parents worry that talking about sex, boundaries, consent, or online exposure will open doors too early—but real-world clinical experience shows the opposite. In this episode, Logan McIlwain explains why ongoing, everyday conversations actually reduce risky behavior and help kids feel safer turning to their parents instead of the internet.

    Dana Kay brings a deeply personal perspective as a mom of a teen and a tween, naming the fear so many parents quietly carry: "Am I too early… or already too late?" Logan gently dismantles the pressure to get it perfect and replaces it with a more sustainable truth—presence matters more than perfection.

    You'll learn how to use everyday "micro-moments" to build trust, how to respond calmly to sensitive questions, and how to reset conversations even if you feel behind. This episode is especially meaningful for parents of neurodivergent kids, where impulsivity and online exposure can make these conversations feel even heavier.

    LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW

    • Logan McIlwain: https://loganlcsw.com/
    • Parent Parkway Book - https://amzn.to/4b2R1cD

    KEY TAKEAWAYS
    [03:00] Why this episode isn't about biology—but real-world parenting
    [05:46] How inherited discomfort shapes today's parenting fears
    [07:16] Why parents don't need all the answers
    [08:30] What happens when parents stay silent
    [12:30] Why micro-conversations beat "the big talk"
    [16:15] The myth that talking leads to risky behavior
    [19:27] Handling unexpected, sensitive questions calmly
    [28:50] Resetting conversations when you feel behind
    [29:26] Logan's one actionable parenting tip

    MEMORABLE MOMENTS
    "If you don't talk about these things with your children, Instagram will."
    "We don't have to be perfect."
    "Kids feel like parents talk at them."
    "Circle back. That matters."
    "You don't have to be perfect. You just have to be present."
    "Understanding comes before teaching."

    Dana Kay Resources:

    🔗WEBSITES:

    ▶ https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/
    ▶ https://dana-kay.com/

    👋SOCIALS:

    ▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/
    ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/
    ▶ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDThriveInstitute
    ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-thrive-institute/mycompany/
    ▶ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/adhdthriveinstitute/
    ▶ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd_thriveinstitute

    📕INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLING BOOK:

    ▶ Thriving with ADHD – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/book/

    💻FREE MASTERCLASS

    ▶ Free Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally Masterclass - https://bit.ly/3GAbFQl

    ⭐COURSES & PROGRAMS

    ▶ ADHD Parenting Course – https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/parentingadhd
    ▶ ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids Program – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/packages/
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    34 分
  • 192: Screen Time Meltdowns in ADHD Kids with Sondra Bakinde and Mariana Gordon

    192: Screen Time Meltdowns in ADHD Kids with Sondra Bakinde and Mariana Gordon
    2026/01/22

    A child can appear calm on a screen and unravel seconds after it turns off. That reaction isn't bad behavior or poor discipline — it's a nervous system crash driven by dopamine, overstimulation, and an abrupt loss of regulation.

    In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, Dana Kay sits down with Sondra Bakinde and Mariana Gordon, co-founders of Mindful Mantis, to unpack what's really happening in a child's brain and body during screen time. They explain why screens activate the sympathetic nervous system, how dopamine crashes trigger fight-flight-freeze responses, and why kids with ADHD feel these shifts even more intensely.

    You'll learn how to spot early signs of dysregulation before meltdowns erupt, why restriction alone often backfires, and how simple transitions can support a child's nervous system instead of overwhelming it. Sondra and Mariana share practical, realistic tools — including bridging the dopamine gap, predictable transitions, connection before direction, and their Pause & Play Method — all designed for real families, not perfect ones.

    If screen time feels like a daily struggle in your home, this episode will help you reframe what's happening and respond with more calm, clarity, and confidence.

    Links Mentioned in the Show

    • https://www.themindfulmantis.com
    • https://www.instagram.com/themindfulmantisinc

    Key Takeaways
    [01:21] Why parents immediately blame themselves
    [02:13] Why this isn't a discipline issue
    [04:39] How screens pull energy out of the body
    [06:04] The dopamine crash explained
    [08:27] Fight, flight, or freeze in kids
    [11:16] Why ADHD intensifies screen reactions
    [14:42] Early warning signs parents often miss
    [18:11] Recovery vs restriction after screens
    [20:06] Bridging the dopamine gap
    [29:56] The Pause & Play Method introduced
    [36:53] One grounding step parents can try today

    Memorable Moments
    "I am literally dealing with a feral raccoon in a human body."
    "Screens pull energy outward into the eyes, the mind, the nervous system."
    "That sudden shift can feel very threatening."
    "The body whispers before it shouts."
    "We focus less on restriction and more on recovery."
    "Urgency feels like danger. Slowness feels like safety."
    "Never end stimulation without grounding."

    Dana Kay Resources:

    🔗WEBSITES:

    ▶ https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/
    ▶ https://dana-kay.com/

    👋SOCIALS:

    ▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/
    ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/
    ▶ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDThriveInstitute
    ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-thrive-institute/mycompany/
    ▶ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/adhdthriveinstitute/
    ▶ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd_thriveinstitute

    📕INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLING BOOK:

    ▶ Thriving with ADHD – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/book/

    💻FREE MASTERCLASS

    ▶ Free Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally Masterclass - https://bit.ly/3GAbFQl

    ⭐COURSES & PROGRAMS

    ▶ ADHD Parenting Course – https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/parentingadhd
    ▶ ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids Program – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/packages/
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    39 分
  • 191: Overcoming Parental PTSD: Lara's Story

    191: Overcoming Parental PTSD: Lara's Story
    2026/01/15
    Imagine sitting on your front porch, enjoying a quiet moment after school drop-off, only to suddenly find yourself in the grip of a panic attack—not because something went wrong, but because nothing went wrong. For Lara, this was the reality of parental PTSD. After years of daily phone calls, school expulsions, and crisis management, her nervous system had forgotten how to feel safe in the calm. In this emotional episode, Lara shares her family's incredible journey from "survival mode" to thriving. She opens up about her son Oliver, who was once on three different medications and struggling with severe meltdowns and aggression. Lara candidly discusses the turning point that occurred during a family vacation, the step-by-step nutritional changes that transformed their lives, and the joy of finally taking a family trip to a museum without fear of a public incident. Listen in to learn how Lara weaned her son off medication with doctor support, how she and her husband navigated their own healing, and why the silence after the storm can sometimes be the hardest adjustment of all. Key Takeaways [04:45] Early Signs of Dysregulation - Lara describes the extreme rage cycles and daily meltdowns that began when Oliver was just two years old. [06:12] School Struggles - The heartbreaking reality of being dismissed from multiple preschools and eventually a public school due to severe behavioral challenges. [12:14] The Medication Load - Oliver was on three medications—Abilify, Celexa, and various stimulants—yet the family was still "drowning in emotional roller coasters." [13:57] The Turning Point - How a YouTube video discovered during a desperate family vacation in Florida shifted everything for Lara and her husband. [18:27] Tackling Overwhelm with Baby Steps - Why eliminating one food group at a time—and not striving for perfection—was the key to making dietary changes sustainable. [28:57] Feeling Again - The powerful moment when Oliver verbally expressed anger for the first time after coming off numbing mood stabilizers. [31:03] New Freedom as a Family - The family's ability to travel to Washington D.C. and visit museums without fear of elopement, aggression, or major dysregulation. [33:33] Parental PTSD - Lara shares her "porch story," describing a panic attack triggered simply because the school didn't call with an emergency. [39:01] A Mindset Shift That Helps - Lara reminds parents that children are born with all the emotions—but not yet the skills to manage them. Memorable Moments "We ran into several mothers along our path and that was the best support for me because I could talk to them about what was going on and they didn't look at me like, what are you doing wrong?" "We tried everything else. This makes sense to me… This is our chance." "I remember the first time he said, 'I feel so mad'… This poor kid was so numbed and dulled that he had all these things going on, but he wasn't able to say how he felt." "I was just there and I felt a panic… I really thought I was gonna die… I experienced a panic attack, and I don't know why. There's nothing to worry about. My son is doing great." "Lara, your nervous system is in fight or flight, and your brain still thinks you need to fight or flight." Dana Kay Resources: 🔗WEBSITES: ▶ https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/ ▶ https://dana-kay.com/ 👋SOCIALS: ▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/ ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/ ▶ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ADHDThriveInstitute ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adhd-thrive-institute/mycompany/ ▶ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/adhdthriveinstitute/ ▶ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd_thriveinstitute 📕INTERNATIONAL BEST SELLING BOOK: ▶ Thriving with ADHD – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/book/ 💻FREE MASTERCLASS ▶ Free Reduce ADHD Symptoms Naturally Masterclass - https://bit.ly/3GAbFQl ⭐COURSES & PROGRAMS ▶ ADHD Parenting Course – https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/parentingadhd ▶ ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids Program – https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/packages/
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    45 分
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