Description:
What is candida and how does it affect children with ADHD? In this episode, you’ll discover that candida can actually lead to a plethora of issues, particularly for our ADHD children. It can lead to digestive problems, brain fog, inattention, and even mood swings.

Though it's an underlying stressor that sometimes goes unseen, don't panic. This episode will dive into the mechanisms of candida overgrowth, the symptoms to watch for, and what to do if you suspect candida in your child.

Link Mentioned in the Show:

• Candida self-assessment - https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ortt.freegiveaways/CANDIDA+ALBICANS+Self-screening+.pdf
• Book a Free Call - https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/meet

Key Takeaways:
[6:09] Common signs of candida overgrowth
[9:06] What causes candida overgrowth?
[9:14] How to tell if your child has candida overgrowth
[12:27] Functional lab tests that identify candida overgrowth
[17:42] The anti-candida diet
[18:05] Supplements that address candida overgrowth

Memorable Moments:
”Candida can create a lot of chaos in the body. From digestive issues to brain fog, and even mood swings, it’s an underlying stressor that often goes unnoticed.”

”Because Candida is opportunistic, it will grow out of balance if your health has been weakened.”

”Candida loves sugar. Because sugar is Candida’s primary source of food, it will make you crave it so that it can get more and more food.”

”The functional lab tests used to investigate candida (and other important markers) are the stool test and the Organic Acid Test.”

Dana Kay Resources:

🔗WEBSITES:

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

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• Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhd_thriveinstitute

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

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Description:

Grounding: could it be the missing piece in your child's ADHD management? Find out in this episode of the Soaring Child podcast with guest Lauren Connolly.

Connolly is an artist whose life work is a testament to the tranquil power of connecting with nature and expressing oneself through art. She has a passion for art and biology, stemming from childhood days surrounded by wildlife magazines, dreams of creating beautiful art, and countless days exploring the forest. Lauren's artistic endeavors flourish through Wild Developments Studio, where her vibrant pieces celebrate the natural world through wildlife photography, watercolor painting, and nature journaling. New in 2024, Wild Developments Podcast aimed to inspire people to connect with nature through storytelling and the visual arts.

Tune in to this episode to learn how grounding can help your child with ADHD!

Link Mentioned in the Show:

• Symptom Reduction Tool - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/tool

Key Takeaways:

[5:20] What is grounding?

[7:08] Why Lauren got interested in grounding

[8:49] The challenges of grounding for kids with ADHD

[10:58] 7 specific grounding techniques

[25:25] The benefits of grounding

[30:20] Advice for parents who want to incorporate grounding into their daily lives

[32:51] Where to find Lauren online

Memorable Moments:

”Bedtime can be a very stressful time with kiddos who just…refuse, and I know as a parent we get more and more stressed.”

“We know kiddos who struggle with those exacerbated ADHD symptoms and behaviors…their nervous systems are on overdrive a lot of the time, so this means they are in that hyper-aroused state, easily activated…They’re in that chronic fight or flight mode a lot of the day.”

”Another huge reason I see is…separation anxiety.”

”Our circadian rhythms are so off with the way we live.”

”Kids often have a lot of sensory-based needs that don’t get met during the day…or movement needs.”

”For some children..sometimes they do have nightmares or night terrors or they may also have things that have happened to them in the past…that sometimes get in the way of those restful sleeps. And it can be as simple as always being in trouble at school.”

”Start with creating…that really structured, predictable, and consistent bedtime.”

”We hold the keys to our kiddos' nervous system…so using our connection and relationship to scaffold and support that wind-down.”

”How do we as parents reconcile and come to some acceptance of this season of reality right now?”

Dana Kay Resources:

🔗WEBSITES:

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

👋SOCIALS:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/
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• 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/
• Dye-Free for ADHD Course - https://bit.ly/4aFj6TY

Description:

Does your child struggle with sleeping at night? Do you feel like every night brings another bedtime battle? If so, then you definitely want to tune in to this Soaring Child Podcast episode with Child and Family Therapist, Ashley Gobeil.

A highly experienced therapist with over 15 years experience, Ashley has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, a Masters in Social Health & Counseling, and a Masters of Social Work Qualifying. She has also completed a range of certifications on family therapy, developmental trauma, attachment theory, and more. Ashley works in a variety of contexts including childcare, schools, child and adolescent mental health, domestic and family violence, family divorce, and childhood trauma. She has specific experience with children who have been given the diagnoses of ADHD, ODD, and learning difficulties.

Link Mentioned in the Show:

• Jumpstart 4 Parenting Program - http://adhdthriveinstitute.com/parenting
• FREE Guide to Ashley’s Top 5 Body and Sensory Based Strategies for Parents of Kids with ADHD - https://info.adhdthriveinstitute.com/free-5-body-and-sensory-based-strategies-optin

Key Takeaways:

[4:15] What gets in the way of a peaceful bedtime for kids with ADHD?

[17:40] Strategies parents can use to support restful sleep

[35:28] Natural ways to support sleep

Memorable Moments:

”Bedtime can be a very stressful time with kiddos who just…refuse, and I know as a parent we get more and more stressed.”

“We know kiddos who struggle with those exacerbated ADHD symptoms and behaviors…their nervous systems are on overdrive a lot of the time, so this means they are in that hyper-aroused state, easily activated…They’re in that chronic fight or flight mode a lot of the day.”

”Another huge reason I see is…separation anxiety.”

”Our circadian rhythms are so off with the way we live.”

”Kids often have a lot of sensory-based needs that don’t get met during the day…or movement needs.”

”For some children..sometimes they do have nightmares or night terrors or they may also have things that have happened to them in the past…that sometimes get in the way of those restful sleeps. And it can be as simple as always being in trouble at school.”

”Start with creating…that really structured, predictable, and consistent bedtime.”

”We hold the keys to our kiddos' nervous system…so using our connection and relationship to scaffold and support that wind-down.”

”How do we as parents reconcile and come to some acceptance of this season of reality right now?”

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/
• Dye-Free for ADHD Course - https://bit.ly/4aFj6TY

Description:
Parasites are organisms that depend on a host to survive and spread. Could your child with ADHD have parasites that are affecting not only their ADHD symptoms but also their overall health and wellbeing? Find out in this episode where guest Sinclair Kennally joins the show.

Sinclair is a Traditional Naturopath. She's the co-founder of MeditationRx and CEO of Detox RejuveNation. She’s not only an expert on chronic digestive disorders but also a passionate believer that toxins, including those from parasites, are at the root of many health epidemics today. Along with her partner, Michael Spandel, Sinclair has turned her own journey through complex chronic illness into a mission to help thousands reclaim their health and vitality.

In this episode, Sinclair helps us understand more about what parasites are, how they differ in kids and adults, the symptoms to watch out for, and what we can do about it.

Link Mentioned in the Show:
ADHD Supplement Starter Bundle - https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/supplements

Key Takeaways:
[3:45] What are parasites, and how do they get into the body?
[5:14] What makes a good host for a parasite?
[8:37] How do parasites affect kids differently than adults?
[10:02] Common symptoms of parasites
[14:02] How parasites are treated in traditional medicine
[17:43] How families can identify parasites
[22:46] What steps to take if you suspect parasites
[30:44] Where to find Sinclair online

Memorable Moments:
”It’s really actually not unusual to be exposed to parasites.”

“You can get parasites all over the globe.”

”They’re a part of nature, as are we. The question is, are you a good host and is your child a good host for them? And are they allowed to set up shop or can you and your child fend them off appropriately with a strong immune system?”

”If your toxin bucket is full - if your stress bucket is full - you are a better match to parasites.”

”Parasites…are also highly neurotoxic. Those neurotoxic side effects are going to present differently in children than they would in adults and in the elderly.”

”Parasites do have a consciousness…they are always fighting back.”

”ADHD, ADD, anxiety presenting in children is often a misunderstood response to parasites and to gut disruption.”

”Your pediatrician is fundamentally not prepared to assess this, and it’s not their fault.”

”I always recommend - wherever possible - a whole family approach because exposure happens in families typically.”

”If you’re willing to assess your child, please be willing to assess yourself as well.”

Sinclair Kennally Resources:

🔗WEBSITE:

• https://detoxrejuvenation.com/

👋SOCIALS:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DetoxRejuveNation/
• Instagram: : @detoxrejuveation

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/

• Dye-Free for ADHD Course - https://bit.ly/4aFj6TY

Recently, Dana Kay was interviewed by Perry from The Success Blueprint Podcast, and it was one of her absolute favorite interviews ever. It was so impactful and different from any other discussion she’s had before that she knew she had to bring it here as well.

In this episode, Dana and Perry discussed topics like:

✅ The #1 Magic Ingredient to Reduced ADHD Symptoms

✅ Why We Want & Need 'Boring'

✅ The Shrapnel Effect of ADHD

✅ Why Americans Keep Getting Sicker

✅ And much more!

• Book a free call here - http://adhdthriveinstitute.com/meet

[4:35] Dana’s own story with her son’s ADHD diagnosis

[8:48] What is ADHD, and what causes it?

[15:36] What Dana would say to those who don’t buy into natural strategies

[20:23] Why “boring” is actually a really good thing in families of kids with ADHD

[22:45] The “shrapnel effect” of ADHD

[30:35] Why Americans keep getting sicker and other countries don’t experience this same thing

[40:17] What are the specific steps in Dana’s plan to reduce ADHD symptoms?

[42:58] The gut-brain connection

[48:45] The 3 worst foods & best foods for ADHD kids to eat

[55:41] Additional lifestyle changes that families need to make

”ADHD is actually one of the most common mental disorders affecting children. Just in the USA alone, there’s over 6 million children that have been diagnosed, and 3/4 of them are receiving treatment of strong medication and/or behavior therapy.”

”ADHD symptoms can be reduced - not just from medications. There are other strategies out there that can help a child thrive without just pounding on different medications and dealing with the side effects.”

”Just the basic day-to-day life without constant ups and downs and tension was all I wanted.”

”Inflammation leads to difficult ADHD symptoms.”

”Our bodies have these pathways called detoxification pathways that clean out that trash - those toxins, those viruses, that bacteria, foreign substances that are really affecting our body, affecting our kid’s body.”

”The way that wheat is processed in the USA today is so different to how it was…hundreds of years ago.”

”There are artificial dyes that are banned in Canada, Europe, and Australia but they’re allowed here in the food supply of the USA without a second thought.”

”When families make this change - that follow my plan - it’s not just the child that starts to thrive. It’s the whole family.”

”The importance of diet in ADHD, it isn’t just anecdotal. There is a lot of scientific research out there…There is a clear link between certain foods and ADHD symptoms.”

Lab testing “is that really valuable tool to look beneath the surface and identify specific challenges with that gut or other areas that may be contributing to ADHD.”

”We as parents hold the key to our child’s nervous system until they are 18 years old. So they actually borrow our nervous system to regulate themselves.”

Dana Kay Resources:

🔗WEBSITES:

• https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/

• https://dana-kay.com/

👋SOCIALS:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/

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• 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/

• Dye-Free for ADHD Course - https://bit.ly/4aFj6TY

Description:
Do you have questions about naturally reducing ADHD symptoms?

Have you ever wondered if constipation was normal in kids?

Or why gut health is so important?

Or how to know if something is just normal, typical, kid behavior or if it’s something else?

In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, regular guest Andrea Daigle comes back on the show to answer some of the most common questions we get asked about naturally reducing ADHD symptoms in kids.

You do NOT want to miss this episode that’s chock-full of questions to your frequently asked questions.

Andreas is one of our amazing professional coaches at the ADHD Thrive Institute. She is also a board-certified holistic health practitioner (FDNP) who has has assisted numerous families with ADHD.

Link Mentioned in the Show:
Book a free call - ADHD Symptom Reduction

Key Takeaways:
[3:01] Is constipation normal?
[4:52] Natural ways to address constipation in kids
[6:09] Why is gut health so important for kids with ADHD
[9:21] How to know if something is just normal, typical, kid behavior or if it’s something else?
[17:53] Potential causes of bad breath in kids with ADHD
[20:04] What to do if you have a picky eater
[26:53] What to do if you’ve tried lots of things and nothing is working

Memorable Moments:
”Constipation is NOT normal. It can definitely contribute to your child’s symptoms…Having a bowel movement, that’s the body’s way of removing toxins, so if we’re not pooping, those toxins are building up in the body.”

”The gut-brain connection is so incredibly huge.”

”If constipation is building up and you have a breakdown in the gut, that is driving inflammation in the body..which in turn can drive those ADHD symptoms.”

”When dysregulation is happening constantly and it’s becoming more frequent…that’s when we need to really start asking questions.”

”Remember, your child is not giving you a hard time. They’re having a hard time.”

”If you are feeling like, ‘How are we going to go another day like this? This is not sustainable,' then it’s time to put your investigative hat on and start doing something different.”

”If your child has bad breath, we need to figure out what’s going on in the body that is driving that because that too is not normal.”

“The healing starts with us…with the parents.”

”Our kids deserve to feel better, and if they’re eating that way, they probably have symptoms that are coming from that…Their body is telling you that you need to do something, so let’s just start taking those baby steps.”

Dana Kay Resources:

🔗WEBSITES:

• https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/

• https://dana-kay.com/

👋SOCIALS:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/

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• 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/

• Dye-Free for ADHD Course - https://bit.ly/4aFj6TY

Why don’t traditional ADHD treatments always work?

Why does it sometimes feel like no matter what you try - be it medication, supplements, therapy, or various other strategies - that NOTHING actually works long term for your child with ADHD?

If you’ve ever asked either of these questions, then this episode of the Soaring Child podcast is for you.

Many times, traditional ADHD treatments don’t work long term because they are focusing on symptom management, NOT actually addressing the underlying stressors of ADHD. Tune in to this episode to learn more.

• ADHD Fast Class - https://bit.ly/3GAbFQl

[2:22] Why medication doesn’t always work
[5:13] Why supplementation doesn’t always work
[9:05] Why therapy doesn’t always work
[9:45] Why parent coaching doesn’t always work
[12:01] Why dietary changes alone don’t always work
[17:02] The REAL issue parents need to address in order to effectively reduce ADHD symptoms long term

”If you've ever been puzzled by the effectiveness of traditional methods, this is your episode.”

”The biggest misconception about ADHD in kids is that medication is the only way to treat it. The problem with medications is that they merely mask the symptoms, without addressing the underlying stressors of ADHD.”

”Supplements can be effective and healing in the body. But first, parents need to be sure they are supplementing correctly.”

“We supplement based on a child’s unique needs, and not use a one size fits all approach. Because one size does not fit all.”

“Shockingly, many supplements have quality problems.”

”We sacrificed a LOT to try therapy for my son, and it did not help at all. Not even a little bit.”

”Therapy can be effective, but it’s not the most impactful way of handling ADHD symptoms for the vast majority of children.”

”While it is valuable to learn effective parenting strategies, and learn to communicate with your child better, those are almost never the reason children experience ADHD symptoms.”

”Diet can definitely make a difference. But, many children with ADHD are picky eaters, and they can act up if they aren’t given foods they like.”

”I have never seen a child grow out of ADHD without some kind of changes.”

”The truth is, most ADHD strategies…. often miss the mark in addressing the real issue. Instead, they only address the symptoms.”

”The reason traditional ADHD treatments don’t work long term is because they are focusing on symptom management, NOT actually addressing the underlying stressor of the ADHD.”

”The World Health Organization ranks chronic inflammatory diseases as the greatest threat to human health.”

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/

• Dye-Free for ADHD Course - https://bit.ly/4aFj6TY