Gut health plays a significant role in our overall health and wellbeing. A healthy gut microbiome helps with digestion, absorption of nutrients, regulation of the immune system, and even affects our mood and cognitive function. 

On the other hand, an unhealthy gut microbiome can lead to a range of issues such as gastrointestinal problems, autoimmune disorders, obesity, depression, and anxiety. Therefore, taking care of your gut health can positively impact your life in the following ways: 

1. Better digestion and nutrient absorption 
2. Increased energy levels 
3. Improved immune function 
4. Better weight management 
5. Reduced inflammation in the body 
6. Improved mental health and mood 
7. Better skin health 

Improving your gut health can lead to a more vibrant, healthy, and fulfilling life.

With one of her children being on the spectrum, Andrea, a mother of three, undertook a health journey with Cason. Following this, she pursued a career in functional nutrition and extended her online health and wellness business to assist parents in healing through food, thereby improving the gut health of both themselves and their children.

Are you still in shock that you are a parent of a special needs child?
This show is for parents who are morning the loss of the life and child they thought they would have. For parents who are tired, lonely, and see no hope in sight?

You will learn how to deal with your non-verbal child with a sensory processing disorder, seizures, meltdowns, haircuts, and family trips. Embark on a journey of consciousness, self-care & meditation.

My name is Chad Ratliffe. I am a single father of 5 kids 6 years of age (8-14) and 2 with special needs. 5 years ago, in a nasty divorce, my depression led me to drug addiction and hopelessness. Today, I share with others a life I never imagined possible.

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As a parent, you want your child to eat healthy food that will help them grow and develop properly. However, it can be a real challenge when your child protests against healthy food. To get your child to eat healthy, it's essential to make food fun, interesting, and appealing to them. You can involve them in meal planning, grocery shopping, and even preparing the meals. By doing so, your child will feel included in the decision-making process, and it'll help them develop a sense of responsibility for their health.

Additionally, you can try incorporating healthy foods into their favorite dishes so that they won't even realize they're eating healthy. Finally, keep in mind the importance of modeling healthy eating habits yourself. Children are more likely to imitate their parents, so make sure you're eating healthy foods too. With patience, consistency, and creativity, you can encourage your child to eat healthy and develop lifelong healthy eating habits.

In this episode Jamie is a single mom, an entrepreneur, advocate for all natural approaches from food, to cleaning products to health. She had 3 kids :Erin 21 ( she has a 19 month old son), Savannah 18, and Parker 14 ( who is autistic and has a rare type of epilespy). I home school Parker. They are a very artsy family who likes to leave people and places better than they found them.

Are you still in shock that you are a parent of a special needs child?
This show is for parents who are morning the loss of the life and child they thought they would have. For parents who are tired, lonely, and see no hope in sight?

You will learn how to deal with your non-verbal child with a sensory processing disorder, seizures, meltdowns, haircuts, and family trips. Embark on a journey of consciousness, self-care & meditation.

My name is Chad Ratliffe. I am a single father of 5 kids 6 years of age (8-14) and 2 with special needs. 5 years ago, in a nasty divorce, my depression led me to drug addiction and hopelessness. Today, I share with others a life I never imagined possible.

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Dr. Mariam Shapera is a family doctor, mother to three, one autistic and recently published first children’s book inspired by him. Advocating daily for her autistic son to allow him better accessibility and to increase awareness and acceptance of autism. Also she love learning from experts and other parents of kids with special needs.

Are you still in shock that you are a parent of a special needs child?
This show is for parents who are morning the loss of the life and child they thought they would have. For parents who are tired, lonely, and see no hope in sight?

You will learn how to deal with your non-verbal child with a sensory processing disorder, seizures, meltdowns, haircuts, and family trips. Embark on a journey of consciousness, self-care & meditation.

My name is Chad Ratliffe. I am a single father of 5 kids 6 years of age (8-14) and 2 with special needs. 5 years ago, in a nasty divorce, my depression led me to drug addiction and hopelessness. Today, I share with others a life I never imagined possible.

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In today's episode, you will meet Ashley, mom, parent advocacy coach, and content creator from Charlotte, North Carolina. She has spent the last 8 years as an educator before transitioning to the non-profit sector. Her main goal is to be a community builder for autism moms, letting them know that they are not alone. In her spare time she enjoys listening to podcast, working out and baking.

“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” -Malcolm X

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Do you still feel surreal as parents of kids with special needs?

This show is for parents who are mourning the loss of the life and the child they thought they would have. This show is for parents who are tired, lonely, and see no hope in sight.

You will learn how to deal with your non-verbal child with a sensory processing disorder, seizures, meltdowns, haircuts, and family trips. Embark on a journey of consciousness, self-care & meditation.

My name is Chad Ratliffe. I am a single father of five kids within 6 years of age and two of them are with  special needs. 5 years ago, in a nasty divorce, my depression led me to addiction and hopelessness. Today, I share with others a life I never imagined possible.

Subscribe to The Naked Parent Podcast and take back control of your life. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/naked-parent-podcast/id1579108619?fbclid=IwAR0YYW_4TVbhX_nxNoLP0LUAGmTqsoEJX5bPgVl_KBPiuQ3m0JKNWFBmJU4

If you find our podcast beneficial, you can help us continue producing the show by subscribing on our Patreon. We are truly inspired and grateful to create a community for parents raising their children with special needs. https://www.patreon.com/thenakedparentpodcast

If you’re interested in getting more information on the next Naked Parenting Transformational course,  email chad@nakedparentpodcast.com and put "I Am Ready For Transformation" in the subject heading.

Looking forward to navigating parenthood journey with you!

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In today's episode, you will meet Kaileigh, a mom of a 4-year-old little boy who has 5q15 Chromosome Deletion, Bosch Boonstra Schaaf Optic Atrophy accompanied with autism.  She wants to bring awareness and share their life on the austim spectrum. 

"Why fit in when you were born to stand out." -Dr. Suess

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Do you still feel surreal as parents of kids with special needs?

This show is for parents who are mourning the loss of the life and the child they thought they would have. This show is for parents who are tired, lonely, and see no hope in sight.

You will learn how to deal with your non-verbal child with a sensory processing disorder, seizures, meltdowns, haircuts, and family trips. Embark on a journey of consciousness, self-care & meditation.

My name is Chad Ratliffe. I am a single father of five kids within 6 years of age and two of them are with  special needs. 5 years ago, in a nasty divorce, my depression led me to addiction and hopelessness. Today, I share with others a life I never imagined possible.

Subscribe to The Naked Parent Podcast and take back control of your life. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/naked-parent-podcast/id1579108619?fbclid=IwAR0YYW_4TVbhX_nxNoLP0LUAGmTqsoEJX5bPgVl_KBPiuQ3m0JKNWFBmJU4

If you find our podcast beneficial, you can help us continue producing the show by subscribing on our Patreon. We are truly inspired and grateful to create a community for parents raising their children with special needs. https://www.patreon.com/thenakedparentpodcast

If you’re interested in getting more information on the next Naked Parenting Transformational course,  email chad@nakedparentpodcast.com and put "I Am Ready For Transformation" in the subject heading.

Looking forward to navigating parenthood journey with you!

Check our website to learn more: https://roccoblu.kartra.com/page/home

Parenting can be a challenging job, and it becomes even more demanding when it comes to raising children with special needs. Children with special needs often face unique challenges that require extra attention and support. They require a different approach to parenting that addresses their specific needs. Naked parenting is a unique quality that can benefit children with special needs. It refers to a parenting style that emphasizes honesty, vulnerability, and genuine communication between parents and children. In this essay, I will discuss how naked parenting can improve parent-child relationships and help children with special needs.

Naked parenting is a parenting style that encourages parents to be honest and transparent with their children. It encourages parents to be vulnerable and open about their feelings, thoughts, and experiences. It involves parents setting boundaries, being assertive, and also being willing to apologize when they make mistakes. This parenting technique can be especially helpful for children with special needs as it can build stronger connections between parents and children. It creates a safe space for children to be themselves, be heard, understood and feel validated.

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Do you still feel surreal as parents of kids with special needs?

This show is for parents who are mourning the loss of the life and the child they thought they would have. This show is for parents who are tired, lonely, and see no hope in sight.

You will learn how to deal with your non-verbal child with a sensory processing disorder, seizures, meltdowns, haircuts, and family trips. Embark on a journey of consciousness, self-care & meditation.

My name is Chad Ratliffe. I am a single father of five kids within 6 years of age and two of them are with  special needs. 5 years ago, in a nasty divorce, my depression led me to addiction and hopelessness. Today, I share with others a life I never imagined possible.

Subscribe to The Naked Parent Podcast and take back control of your life. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/naked-parent-podcast/id1579108619?fbclid=IwAR0YYW_4TVbhX_nxNoLP0LUAGmTqsoEJX5bPgVl_KBPiuQ3m0JKNWFBmJU4

If you find our podcast beneficial, you can help us continue producing the show by subscribing on our Patreon. We are truly inspired and grateful to create a community for parents raising their children with special needs. https://www.patreon.com/thenakedparentpodcast

If you’re interested in getting more information on the next Naked Parenting Transformational course,  email chad@nakedparentpodcast.com and put "I Am Ready For Transformation" in the subject heading.

Looking forward to navigating parenthood journey with you!

Check our website to learn more: https://roccoblu.kartra.com/page/home

In today's episode, you will meet Barbara. She is a college professor, author, and a mom of a teen daughter who is in the autism spectrum. Her books about dog therapy in educational settings speak about benefits of dog therapy for all children including children with autism. 

“I am going to take this chance and do things I have never done.”

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Do you still feel surreal as parents of kids with special needs?

This show is for parents who are mourning the loss of the life and the child they thought they would have. This show is for parents who are tired, lonely, and see no hope in sight.

You will learn how to deal with your non-verbal child with a sensory processing disorder, seizures, meltdowns, haircuts, and family trips. Embark on a journey of consciousness, self-care & meditation.

My name is Chad Ratliffe. I am a single father of five kids within 6 years of age and two of them are with  special needs. 5 years ago, in a nasty divorce, my depression led me to addiction and hopelessness. Today, I share with others a life I never imagined possible.

Subscribe to The Naked Parent Podcast and take back control of your life. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/naked-parent-podcast/id1579108619?fbclid=IwAR0YYW_4TVbhX_nxNoLP0LUAGmTqsoEJX5bPgVl_KBPiuQ3m0JKNWFBmJU4

If you find our podcast beneficial, you can help us continue producing the show by subscribing on our Patreon. We are truly inspired and grateful to create a community for parents raising their children with special needs. https://www.patreon.com/thenakedparentpodcast

If you’re interested in getting more information on the next Naked Parenting Transformational course,  email chad@nakedparentpodcast.com and put "I Am Ready For Transformation" in the subject heading.

Looking forward to navigating parenthood journey with you!

Check our website to learn more: https://roccoblu.kartra.com/page/home

In today's episode, you will meet Tiffani. She is a remarkable single mom on a mission to inspire and support parents navigating the journey of raising a child with autism. With unyielding love and determination, she has faced the challenges and triumphs of parenting her amazing son, who happens to be on the autism spectrum. Despite having family and friends willing to help and support, there were many times where she felt isolated, alone, and overwhelmed. She intimately understands the unique challenges and joys that come with parenting in this extraordinary journey.

"Change is inevitable. Growth is a choice."

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Do you still feel surreal as parents of kids with special needs?

This show is for parents who are mourning the loss of the life and the child they thought they would have. This show is for parents who are tired, lonely, and see no hope in sight.

You will learn how to deal with your non-verbal child with a sensory processing disorder, seizures, meltdowns, haircuts, and family trips. Embark on a journey of consciousness, self-care & meditation.

My name is Chad Ratliffe. I am a single father of five kids within 6 years of age and two of them are with  special needs. 5 years ago, in a nasty divorce, my depression led me to addiction and hopelessness. Today, I share with others a life I never imagined possible.

Subscribe to The Naked Parent Podcast and take back control of your life. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/naked-parent-podcast/id1579108619?fbclid=IwAR0YYW_4TVbhX_nxNoLP0LUAGmTqsoEJX5bPgVl_KBPiuQ3m0JKNWFBmJU4

If you find our podcast beneficial, you can help us continue producing the show by subscribing on our Patreon. We are truly inspired and grateful to create a community for parents raising their children with special needs. https://www.patreon.com/thenakedparentpodcast

If you’re interested in getting more information on the next Naked Parenting Transformational course,  email chad@nakedparentpodcast.com and put "I Am Ready For Transformation" in the subject heading.

Looking forward to navigating parenthood journey with you!

Check our website to learn more: https://roccoblu.kartra.com/page/home