Hello parents, carers, educators, and practitioners! It's Lucia Silver here, and I'm thrilled to bring you another enlightening episode of My Mighty Quinn. Today, we have the honour of welcoming back Dr. Joshua Madsen, a renowned chiropractic neurologist specialising in children with neurodevelopmental delays and functional medicine. It's been a while since we last spoke, and I'm excited to dive into our discussion today.

In this episode, we explore the profound insights from Dr. Joshua Madsen on neurodevelopmental delays and the critical role of functional medicine. We focus on the underlying reasons behind school struggles and refusal, shedding light on the hidden challenges our children face.

Key Takeaways

1. Integrative Approach: Dr. Madsen emphasises the importance of a comprehensive approach, considering diet, nutrition, gut health, and environmental factors. Addressing the whole child and their environment is crucial for effective intervention.
2. Primitive Reflexes: A significant portion of the discussion revolves around the role of primitive reflexes in neurodevelopment. Dr. Madsen explains how retained reflexes can impact a child's ability to focus, read, and regulate emotions, leading to anxiety and behavioural challenges.
3. Personal Experience: Dr. Madsen shares his own struggles with reading and attention issues during school, highlighting how early intervention and understanding the root causes could have changed his educational trajectory.
4. School Refusal Epidemic: We delve into the alarming statistics of school refusal and persistent absenteeism. Dr. Madsen explains how neurodevelopmental delays and environmental factors contribute to this growing crisis.
5. Practical Steps for Parents: The episode concludes with practical advice for parents. Dr. Madsen suggests starting with small, manageable changes in diet, reducing screen time, and addressing environmental toxins. He also underscores the importance of parents managing their own stress to create a supportive environment for their children.

Call to Action

We know it can feel overwhelming hearing all the things we need to do for our children, so we've created a headliner fact sheet downloadable with this podcast. Additionally, we'll launch a "Fresh Start" challenge for the new school year, including small steps across diet, screen time, and sleep to help you and your child thrive.

Thank you for joining us on this journey. Don't forget to check out Dr. Madsen's publications, Instagram, and YouTube channel for more insights. Have a wonderful day, and we'll see you in the next episode

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Hello and welcome to another enlightening episode of My Mighty Quinn and our mini series a "A Mother's Conversations with World Leading Experts"!

I'm thrilled to have you join me today as we delve into a fascinating discussion with BG Mancini, a distinguished neuro-developmental specialist from the Brain and Gut Institute in New York.

In this episode, BG shares her expertise in functional medicine and neurodevelopmental practices, shedding light on the interconnectedness of the family nervous system. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation:

1. Holistic Approach: BG emphasises the importance of taking a holistic approach to health, moving beyond symptom management and medication-based solutions. Understanding the root causes of challenges faced by children and families is crucial for promoting healing and resilience.
   
   
2. Microtraumas: We explore how seemingly minor factors like diet, environmental toxins, and sensory stimuli can impact our nervous systems and contribute to health challenges. Recognising and addressing these microtraumas is essential for overall well-being.
   
   
3. Self-Care for Parents: One key takeaway is the significance of self-care for parents in supporting their children's well-being. BG highlights the importance of parents addressing their own nervous system health and modelling healthy behaviours for their children.

By prioritising holistic health and nurturing our nervous systems, we can create a brighter future for our families. Thank you for tuning in to this enlightening episode.

Stay tuned for more enriching conversations on "A Mother's Conversations with World Leading Experts"!

BG Mancini Resource Links:

• Website: https://braingutinstitute.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braingutinstitute
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braingutinstitute/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainandgutinstitute7018

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Sally Goddard Blythe, an expert in child development, discusses the importance of physical development, motor maturity, and primitive reflexes in children's learning and behaviour. She explains how social factors, changes in modern life and limited movement opportunities can contribute to learning struggles and behavioural issues in children.

Sally emphasises the need for a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of these challenges and provides individualised remediation. She shares success stories of children who have experienced improvements in confidence, academic performance, and social relationships through programs that focus on neuromotor development and reflex inhibition.

The conversation explores the convergence of medical, educational, and parental support in addressing neurodevelopment challenges in children. Sally Blythe discusses the implementation of a developmental movement program in schools and the research that supports its effectiveness. She also emphasises the need to establish what should be considered normal neuromotor skills in children and challenges the current paradigm of children's development.

Sally provides advice for overwhelmed parents and encourages them to pursue alternative paths for help. The importance of understanding the underlying problem and remaining curious and hopeful is highlighted. The conversation concludes with a focus on viewing children's development from a biological perspective and putting development back into education.

Key Takeaways:

• Physical development and movement play a crucial role in children's learning and behaviour.
• Social factors and limited movement opportunities can contribute to learning struggles and behavioural issues in children.
• A comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of these challenges is necessary for effective remediation.
• Success stories demonstrate the positive impact of programs that focus on neuromotor development and reflex inhibition.

Sally Goddard Blythe resource Links:
Website: www.sallygoddardblythe.co.uk
Website: www.inpp.org.uk
Book: Reflexes, Movement, Learning & Behaviour
Instagram: @sallygoddardblytheinpp

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