Welcome to Episode 169 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

This week, we’re joined by Dr. Luis Garcia, a leading contributor to the field of biomagnetism. 

Biomagnetism helps to stabilize the body’s PH and stimulates the immune system.

Dr. Garcia has deep expertise in several alternative approaches as well as traditional Western medicine.  

But for him, nothing has been more effective than biomagnetism for improving the health and vitality of his patients.

His practice now specializes in biomagnetism, and he teaches others (including parents like you) to do the same.

The secret this week is…

BIOMAGNETISM IS That Powerful

You'll Discover:

• How Biomagnetism Works (5:47)
• Why Muscle Testing Reveals So Much  (12:40)
• Why Restoring Blood Flow Is So Vital (15:58)
• How Our Environment Is Failing Our Kids (18:23)
• The Exact Way Biomagnetism Gets To The Root Cause (28:24)
• Applications for Allergies (36:00)
• How Magnets Reduce Inflammation (42:31)
• How Parents Can Be Trained In Biomagnetism (46:50)

About Our Guest:

Luis Garcia received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from Boston College in 1997, where his genetic research landed him in an international scientific publication (Development, 1997). He received his medical degree from Universidad de la Sabana in Bogota, Colombia, in 2005 and served as Medical Director and Chief Science Officer of Salud Futura Clinic in Bogotá, Colombia, until June 2010. Dr. Garcia is licensed to practice medicine and surgery in Colombia, South America, where he was recognized as one of the leading Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) medical experts in areas that include cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, chronic fatigue, autoimmune disease, cancer, and other concerns associated with aging.

Dr. Garcia was always unsettled about how conventional medicine treated symptoms rather than underlying causes. In search of a more effective healing modality, he explored Complementary and Alternative Medicine, learning from top experts around the world. At Salud Futura Clinic, Dr. Garcia worked with neurofeedback, neural therapy, ozone therapy, homotoxicology, neuro-linguistic programming, chelation therapy, DMSO therapy, and nutritional therapies—all alongside traditional Western medicine. Whereas he found some success with these modalities, he always felt that there was a better way.

Continuing his exploration of CAM, in 2008, Dr. Garcia attended a seminar on Biomagnetic Pair Therapy by founder Dr. Isaac Goiz Duran. Dr. Garcia was amazed that a few simple magnets could foster such profound health. Whereas the ramifications for wellness throughout the world were awe-inspiring, Dr. Garcia approached biomagnetism with a healthy skepticism. He incorporated biomagnetism into his medical practice while rigorously testing the results with conventional diagnostics. After two years, it was evident that he achieved more fundamental health results in his patients with biomagnetism than with conventional means. Dr. Garcia had found the better way. He closed his medical practice in Colombia and returned to the United States to establish a practice devoted to biomagnetism.

From the onset, Dr. Garcia envisioned biomagnetism as an innovation that would revolutionize the effectiveness of and access to quality healthcare around the world. Through personal development, personal research, clinical research, and education, Dr. Garcia has become a leading contributor to the field of biomagnetism.

DrGarciaBiomagnetism.com

References in The Episode:

• For Biomagentsim Training
• Dr. Garcia on YouTube
• Dr. Garcia on Instagram
• Dr. Garcia on Facebook

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 168 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

This week, we dive into the spiritual nature of the journey to support a child on the spectrum.  

Our guest is Melinda Edwards.  She’s a mother, writer, and physician in Charleston, SC.  

Her journey took her through various spiritual practices, including meditation, guidance from spiritual teachers, travel to India, and living in spiritual communities. 

She currently works with underserved adults in South Carolina and is completing a book, Psyche & Spirit: How a Psychiatrist Found Divinity Through Her Lifelong Quest for Truth and Her Daughter's Autism.  

Melinda’s daughter Saachi is the source of her greatest joy and her deepest spiritual unfolding. 

This discussion dives into several ways you, the parent, can see your role and what’s happening with your child differently.

The secret this week is…

Your Child Is Your MIRROR

You'll Discover:

• A Psychiatrist’s Journey To Help Her Daughter (4:04)
• The Medical Paradigm You Don’t Want To Buy Into (12:36)
• Kids Are More Connected (and Advanced) Than You Think (18:06)
• What It All Comes Back To (23:07)
• The Thing That CAN’T Be Bypassed (28:46)
• The Ways A Child Mirrors Back To The Parent (32:58)
• A New, More Powerful Objective (37:12)
• A Great Opportunity To Nourish Your Soul (40:46)

About Our Guest:

Melinda is a mother, writer, and physician in Charleston, SC. She attended medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina and completed her residency at Stanford Medical Center. As a child of medical missionaries, Melinda grew up in a Mayan Indian village in Guatemala, Central America. Early in life, she experienced an inner pull to a deeper truth. Her journey took her through various spiritual practices, including meditation, guidance from spiritual teachers, travel to India, and living in spiritual communities. Her quest led to the ongoing discovery of the divinity in all. She currently works with underserved adults in South Carolina and is completing a book, Psyche & Spirit: How a Psychiatrist Found Divinity Through Her Lifelong Quest for Truth and Her Daughter's Autism.  Melinda’s daughter Saachi is the source of her greatest joy and her deepest spiritual unfolding. The visions for the 501c3 nonprofit organization Darshan and the annual Awaken Through Autism Conference were born out of their journey together.

https://www.melindaedwardsmd.com/

https://livingdarshan.org/

References in The Episode:

• Awaken Through Autism Conference  

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 167 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

Returning to the show is Beth Lambert, Executive Director of Epidemic Answers and The Documenting Hope Project.

We focus on how you, the parent, are being called to play this important role for your child.

The stats on children’s health continue to worsen.  Autism continues to rise, and the prevalence is actually worse than what’s reported.

Tune into this episode to get informed and inspired to take action for your child.

Truly being the best parent you can be for your child changes everything.  

The impact you can have on your child, family, and the entire planet is profound.

Get INFORMED.

Be in the right COMMUNITY.

REFUSE to sit on the sidelines.

The secret this week is…

The Time For Action Is NOW

You'll Discover:

• The Problem With The CDC Statistics On Autism (2:43)
• The Slow Moving Train Wreck (6:30)
• Something That Would Help Missions of Kids (9:21)
• There’s Plenty of Evidence That Recovery Is Possible (14:06)
• Why Documentation and Tracking Are Essential (20:15)
• A Huge In-Person Opportunity To Find Answers (22:13)
• The Mistake NOT To Make (29:55)
• A Better Way To Look At The Journey to Support Your Child (34:58)
• How YOU Can Change The World (41:26)

About Our Guest:

Beth Lambert is a former healthcare consultant and teacher. As a consultant, she worked with pharmaceutical, medical device, diagnostic, and other healthcare companies to evaluate industry trends. She is the author of A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America’s Children. She is also a co-author of Epidemic Answers’ Brain Under Attack: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers of Children with PANS, PANDAS, and Autoimmune Encephalitis. In 2009, Beth founded Epidemic Answers and currently serves as Executive Director. Beth attended Oxford University and graduated from Williams College and holds a Master's Degree in American Studies from Fairfield University. She is a member of Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit Honor Society. Beth is also the mother of three young children.

Epidemic Answers

The Documenting Hope Project

References in The Episode:

• Adventures In Healing Conference - November 10-12, 2023 in Orlando Fl
• Does the CDC Memory Hole the Real Autism Rates (or Is There Something Worse Going on?)
• A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in America’s Children by Beth Lambert
• Brain Under Attack: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers of Children with PANS, PANDAS, and Autoimmune Encephalitis by Beth Lambert
• Patty Lemer
• Dr. Svetlana Masgutova
• Thinking Moms’ Revolution
• SPELLERS The Movie
• Autism Parenting Secrets: Episode 140 - 26 Letters = Infinite Possibilities with Elizabeth Vosseller
• Autism Parenting Secrets: Episode 19 - The Past Reveals The Way Forward with Beth Lambert
• Autism Parenting Secrets: Episode 73 - It’s NOT Just One Thing with Beth Lambert

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 166 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

This episode focuses on how and why reflex integration can help your child.  Our guest is Dr. Svetlana Masgutova, a world-renowned expert on primary reflex integration and neurodevelopment and the founder of the Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration (MNRI) Method.

This program applies non-invasive neuromodulation techniques to access reflex circuit pathways and safely support reflex development, well-being, and whole-person health.

Decades of practical work and published research have demonstrated the positive effects of the MNRI® on sensory-motor integration and physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development in babies, children, and adults.

Benefiting over 300,000 children and adults in 40 countries.

The secret this week is … 

Promote NEUROSENSORIMOTOR REFLEX INTEGRATION

You'll Discover:

• How Masgutova Neurosensory Motor Reflex Integration (MNRI) Helps (5:33)
• The Importance of Reflexes (17:03)
• The Genius Of A Child With ASD (22:46)
• The Phase Of Development That’s Often Skipped (24:17)
• The Second Phase Of Development (28:02)
• The Time When Abstract Thinking Emerges (30:40)
• The Importance of Trunk Extension (36:10)
• The Red Flags To Watch Out For (42:07)
• An Illustrative Example Of How MNRI Works (43:52)

About Our Guest:

Dr. Svetlana Masgutova is Founder and Creator of MNRI® / Masgutova Method®.  She is a world-renowned expert on primary reflex integration and neurodevelopment. 

She is co-founder of the Svetlana Masgutova Educational Institute® for Neuro-Sensory-Motor and Reflex Integration and founder of the nonprofit Masgutova Graduate School of NeuroDevelopmental Sciences.  

Dr. Masgutova's MNRI® Reflex Integration program reaches an estimated 300,000 children and adults in 40 countries.  

Dr. Masgutova developed the unique and statistically verified MNRI® Reflex Assessment, which evaluates the function of primary reflex patterns based on multiple factors. 

The MNRI® Reflex Assessment provides a clear understanding of the level of reflex development and the overall state of the sensory-motor system in an individual. The assessment can identify normal or abnormal reflex patterns expressed in newborns, infants, children, and adults.

The MNRI® program applies non-invasive neuromodulation techniques to access reflex circuit pathways. These safe techniques aim to support reflex development, well-being, and whole-person health.

Decades of practical work and published research have demonstrated the positive effects of the MNRI® on sensory-motor integration and physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development in babies, children, and adults.

Dr. Masgutova has published over 200 works on psychology, education, reflex Integration, and human development. She received her doctorate in educational and developmental psychology and post-doctorate in Russia.

https://masgutovamethod.com/

References in The Episode:

• MNRI Reflex Integration For Your Daily Well-Being by Dr. Svetlana Masgutova
• Documenting Hope Conference, Adventures In Healing, November 10-12, 2023

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 165 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

This episode focuses on the benefits of natural movement from minimalist shoes.

It’s useful for everyone, but kids on the spectrum seem to benefit even more.

Our guest is Steven Sashen, Co-Founder and CEO of Xero Shoes.

Steven shares the many ways minimalist footwear helps.

It’s a huge opportunity to establish a stronger foundation where the body is more aligned and regulated.

Resulting in more calm, less stress, and better brain function. 

This discussion dives deep into the how and why.

The secret this week is…

Go For NATURAL Movement, Feet First

You'll Discover:

• Bad Forms Hurts, Good Form Feels Good (5:18)
• Why Natural Movement IS So Important (8:16)
• Cushioning Feels Good But Makes You Weak (11:40)
• Why A Wide Toe Box Is Essential (17:07)
• Injury Rates With Modern Shoes Are Higher Than You Think (21:28)
• Design Differences That Promote Natural Movement (26:57)
• The Reasons Why ASD Kids Feel Better In Minimalist Footwear (30:05)
• A Novel Theory On What Might Be Behind Stims (37:35)
• Cues for Natural Movement (42:20)
• The World’s Fastest Walking Lesson (43:14)
• What The Research Studies Say (50:12)
• How To Transition Safely To Minimalist Shoes (56:00)
• Where To Find True Minimalist Footwear (1:08:29)

About Our Guest:

As Co-Founder and CEO, Steven Sashen is the visionary and marketer of Xero Shoes.  Steven got back into sprinting after a 30-year break, at 45, and suffered repeated injuries over the next 2 years. When he ditched the shoes and started running barefoot, his gait changed, his injuries disappeared, and he became a Masters All-American Sprinter – one of the fastest men his age in the US (now 60+). After fashioning his own huarache-style sandals, he started getting compliments from people around town. A natural entrepreneur, Steven and his wife, Lena Phoenix, launched Xero Shoes in 2009. They bootstrapped the business from home, and since then, Xero Shoes has grown to a multi-million dollar company with more than 38 shoes, boots, and sandals. The co-founders appeared on Shark Tank in 2013 and turned down a $400K investment, and Xero Shoes has been listed on the Inc. 5000 for six consecutive years.

https://xeroshoes.com/

https://jointhemovementmovement.com/

https://footweartruth.com/

References in The Episode:

• The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science by Norman Doidge
• Anat Baniel Method
• Chi Running
• Born To Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen by Christopher McDougall
• Born to Run 2: The Ultimate Training Guide by Christopher MacDougall & Eric Orton
• Shark Tank Episode with Xero Shoes

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 164 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

This episode makes the case for the daily habit of meditation.

Our guest is Ariel Garten. the Co-Founder of Muse, a leading consumer neurotechnology and meditation company. 

Ariel makes the case for developing a daily meditation practice.

It’s easier than you think, and the emotional, cognitive, and physical benefits are huge.

The positive impact from daily meditation, even just a few minutes a day, is rooted in neuroscience.

Don’t overlook this simple way to take control of the thoughts you have.

The benefits are cumulative and compound daily.  

The secret this week is … 

Meditation = More Ease & Less Stress For You

You'll Discover:

• The Skill That Meditation Helps You Develop (4:11)
• A Useful Definition of Meditation (7:01)
• How To Do The Most Basic Meditation (9:28)
• The Neuroscience Behind Why Meditation Works (14:53)
• The Many Benefits of Incorporating Meditation In Schools (19:05)
• The Difference Between The Mind and The Brain (21:25)
• How The MUSE Headband Makes Meditation Fun and Easy (29:03)
• Why You Are NOT Your Thoughts (37:52)

About Our Guest:

Ariel Garten is the Co-Founder of Muse, a leading consumer neurotechnology and meditation company. 

With a background in neuroscience, psychotherapy, and art, Ariel is dedicated to bringing easy-to-use and accessible tools for well-being to the masses. 

Ariel’s unique background has taken her from working in neuroscience research labs to owning a fashion design label to being the female founder and CEO of a Silicon Valley-backed brain-computer interface tech start-up, InteraXon, the technology that sparked the creation of Muse.

Muse, the brain-sensing headband, is an award-winning wearable technology that helps you meditate. It’s used by hundreds of thousands of people, including the Mayo Clinic and NASA, to track the brain and teach meditation.

Ariel is constantly invited to share her unique insights in keynotes around the world, speaking about happiness, meditation, how the brain works, empowering women in business, and so forth. She is also a host of the Untangle podcast, where she helps you understand how the brain works and how to use that knowledge to improve your life. 

Ariel and Muse have had over 1000 media appearances on sites like CNN, Wall Street Journal, and Forbes.

https://choosemuse.com

References in The Episode:

• The Muse Headband

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 163 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

This episode shares the surprising (yet ancient) way to boost nourishment and supercharge cellular energy.  

ALGAE is the superfood of superfoods.  

Our guest is Catharine Arnston, the Founder/CEO/Chief Scientific Officer of ENERGYbits® - the first premium brand of algae tablets.

Catharine has spent thirteen years researching the healing, longevity, beauty, and nutritional benefits of algae which are documented in 100,000 scientific studies but virtually unknown outside of Asia. 

Catharine makes the science of algae easy to understand so you can improve your health, beauty, and longevity with nutrition that is effortless, effective, science-based, and safe. 

ENERGYbits® spirulina and chlorella algae tablets are “bits of food” that effortlessly reduce aging, disease, protect mitochondria, remove toxins, improve energy, brain, gut, sleep, skin, and longevity. 

Algae is endorsed by the United Nations and NASA as the most nutrient-dense food in the world and is a multibillion-dollar agricultural crop in Asia. 

The secret this week is … 

ALGAE Is Your Nutritional Rock Star


You'll Discover:

• What The Heck Is ALGAE? (2:33)
• Why Algae Is A Quiet Energy (7:10)
• How Spirulina ENERGIZES (10:02)
• How Chlorella Boosts Wellness (11:25)
• The Two Main Reasons We Run into Trouble (14:12)
• Why Your Mitochondria Matter So Much (17:57)
• Two Ways To Protect Your Mitochondria (19:41)
• How To Address Free Radical Damage (22:05)
• Why It’s All About Balance (24:31)
• The Strong Case For Algae (33:31)
• The Nourishment In Just One Gram of Algae (39:57)

About Our Guest:

Catharine Arnston is the Founder/CEO/Chief Scientific Officer of ENERGYbits® - the first premium brand of algae tablets sold nationwide through spas, wellness, longevity, and biohacking clinics. Catharine has spent thirteen years researching the healing, longevity, beauty, and nutritional benefits of algae which are documented in 100,000 scientific studies but virtually unknown outside of Asia. Catharine makes the science of algae easy to understand so you can improve your health, beauty, and longevity with nutrition that is effortless, effective, science-based, and safe. Catharine has an MBA, thirty-five years as a corporate executive/entrepreneur, is a Board-Certified Health Coach, and has been a guest on 250+ podcasts/conferences/television shows, including ABC’s Shark Tank. ENERGYbits® spirulina and chlorella algae tablets are “bits of food” that effortlessly reduce aging, disease, protect mitochondria, remove toxins, improve energy, brain, gut, sleep, skin, and longevity. Algae is endorsed by the United Nations and NASA as the most nutrient-dense food in the world and is a multibillion-dollar agricultural crop in Asia. 

www.energybits.com

References in The Episode:

• Use code APS for 20% Off Your Order www.energybits.com
• Hippocrates Wellness
• BrainTap

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 162 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

This episode focuses on the epidemic of allergies in children.  

Our guest this week is Heather Fraser, an advocate for holistic health & health choice and author of The Peanut Allergy Epidemic. 

This discussion explores the many factors that gave rise to the sudden and increasing prevalence of allergies in children.

Our journey to support our son involved both moderate/severe autism and life-threatening allergies, especially to peanuts.

In many ways, the peanut allergy was the greater challenge.

And we know it wasn’t bad luck that our son has a peanut allergy and many others.

The secret this week is … 

Peanut Allergies AREN’T Random

You'll Discover:

• Red Flags To Watch Out For (3:22)
• The Shocking Prevalency Of Childhood Allergies Today (5:15)
• What You’ll See In Schools That You Never Used To See (9:37)
• Why The Hygiene Hypothesis Doesn’t Explain The Allergy Epidemic (14:31)
• How The Words Allergy and Anaphylaxis Came Into Existence (19:05)
• A History Of The Many Things That Changed With Immunizations (21:39)
• The “Bystander Effect” (26:28)
• The Long-Term Impact of Antibiotics (28:38)
• Why We Need To Say NO To Normalization (35:49)
• Why GRAS IS So Concerning (42:27)
• Anxiety Never Helps (49:53)
• Why You Need To Keep Your Eyes Wide Open (54:54)

About Our Guest:

Heather Fraser is a health choice advocate and author of The Peanut Allergy Epidemic. Its third edition features a foreword by another allergy parent, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. 

From Heather…

Some experiences can change the course of your life completely. In 1995, this happened to me when my one-year-old child reacted violently to a taste of peanut butter.

We sought treatments such as were available at the time and urgently adapted to a state of hypervigilance. I studied nutrition and energy-based modalities looking for ways to recover. At the same time, I scoured the medical literature. I wanted to know what had happened, how and why my child and, by the late 90s, scores of other children had suddenly become atopic and anaphylactic to common foods.

Today, I am an advocate for holistic health and health choice. My studies have included BodyTalk, Quantum Touch, iridology, bioenergetics, and nutrition through IHN (Toronto).  I have a special interest in consciousness-based practice. In this context, I make two muscle testing tools that are available through Ergopathics.

In 2017, the third edition of my book The Peanut Allergy Epidemic was published with a foreword by another allergy parent and friend, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and a preface by my child, Cat Fraser-Boychuk. This book is a deep dive into the complex and deeply challenging world of health politics. 

​In addition to studies in health, I hold an MA in Art History from Queen's University and two undergrad degrees in Art History and Education from Western University. 

Heatherfraser.ca

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 161 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

This episode focuses on the importance of the self-care of the parent.  

It’s not fully appreciated and usually falls to the bottom of the priority list for parents who want to do everything they can for their child.

NOT ok.

There are many reasons for this, and this episode makes the case for why putting yourself last hurts everyone around you, especially your child.

Our guest this week is Stephanie Locricchio, advocacy and outreach manager for Children’s Health Defense.

Stephanie makes a compelling case for why your self-care matters so much more than you think.

The secret this week is … 

Self Care’s NOT Selfish

You'll Discover:

• There’s Power In Saying NO (3:04)
• What You Need To Let Go Of (8:02)
• One Of The Biggest Tools Of Self Care (11:41)
• The Opposite Of Self-Care (13:33)
• Why Boundaries Are Essential (17:50)
• What To Do When You Get Stressed Out (20:47)
• The First Thing To Do Each Morning (27:37)
• The Big Shift To Make Now (29:01)
• One Belief To Drop And Another To Embrace (34:08)

About Our Guest:

Stephanie Locricchio is the advocacy and outreach manager for Children’s Health Defense. As a certified holistic health coach and yoga instructor, she recognizes the importance of self-care to remain vital and strong in the movement. She’s the founder of the Wellness Warriors Revolution, a movement of warriors on a mission to raise healthy, happy families the natural way.

In 2012, Stephanie pursued her passion for holistic living, enrolling in the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. After graduating, Stephanie created the Wellness Warriors Revolution and has assisted thousands in reaching their health goals. Her signature programs address the four pillars of wellness: mindfulness, self-care, nourishing foods, and yoga. Her mission is to empower others to step into the healthiest, happiest, most powerful versions of themselves and to raise awareness on issues that impact our well-being and health freedoms.

Stephanie is a fierce advocate and influencer in the health freedom movement. She was a key leader in New Jersey during the Battle of Trenton and continues to fight for health freedom. She lends her voice and social media platforms to educate, inspire and empower people to advocate for their families and take meaningful action to preserve freedom.

Stephanie hosts The People’s Testament on CHD.TV and provides a safe space for those who have been injured and censored to share their stories. She’s also one of the rotating hosts for Good Morning CHD — to provide the latest news to our followers and supporters.

In her role as advocacy and outreach manager, Stephanie works to amplify the voices of those fighting for issues impacting the health and freedom of our children. She provides support, encouragement, and connection so our advocates know that they are part of a global freedom family and are never alone.

https://childrenshealthdefense.org/conference-bios/stephanie-locricchio/

References in The Episode:

• Children’s Health Defense  https://childrenshealthdefense.org
• The People’s Testaments  https://live.childrenshealthdefense.org/chd-tv/shows/the-peoples-testaments/
• {daily affirmation book to be included}

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 160 of Autism Parenting Secrets. 

This week we explore why chiropractic care can make a huge difference for your child.  

Our guest is Dr. Nancy Tarlow, a neurologically-based Chiropractor who has been practicing since 1993. 

The benefits of chiropractic care to address physical pain and discomfort are well known.

But the impact on the brain is not widely understood or appreciated.

This discussion dives into the neurological and emotional benefits that occur from the right adjustments and corrections.

And for your child on the spectrum, there’s one big reason why chiropractic care from the right professional can be game-changing.

The secret this week is … 

CHIROPRACTIC CALMS The Nervous System

You'll Discover:

• It’s About So Much More Than Back-Pain (8:05)
• How Chiropractic Care Can Help Your Child (10:26)
• The Sympathetic and The Parasympathetic Nervous System  (12:39)
• One Way To Determine If Your Child Is In Flight or Fight (17:01)
• How To Do Deep Belly Breathing (20:53)
• Some Specific Techniques That Calm (25:45)
• Why It’s All About Energy Flow (30:27)
• A Powerful Two-Pronged Approach (36:59)
• How To Find The Right Chiropractor (39:16)

About Our Guest:

Dr. Nancy Tarlow is a neurologically-based Chiropractor and has been in practice since 1993. She decided to become a Chiropractor after a life-changing experience of chronic health problems (environmental allergies, chronic sinus & bronchial infections, regular illness) to become allergy-free and healthy in just a few short months!

Her focus has been primarily on family care with a special interest in working with children taking primarily post-graduation classes in pregnancy and children's care since '97. In 2000, she did the Chiropractic Nutrition post-graduate program, whose focus was on inflammation and how it affects health with learning how inflammatory foods break down in the body vs non-inflammatory foods. Incorporating this work has been essential to the health of her patients in healing the gut and the brain, along with the work of the Weston A Price Foundation.

In 2008, she made a startling discovery that when she used a Chiropractic technique that stimulated The Relaxation Response, an adult woman's chronic severe constipation of only moving her bowels every 10 days improved to daily. That prompted a focus on using these types of techniques with all of her patients that were in a chronic "fight or flight" state that was impeding their healing. She started teaching her patients about how to stimulate the Relaxation Response on their own and the importance of how stress affects every aspect of health. 

Nancy will be offering webinars on this type of information online for anyone that is interested in decreasing inflammation and stress in their body for the healing of the gut and brain. 

www.mBodyHealth.net

Twitter: https://twitter.com/truthlovingdr

Instagram: www.instagram.com/drnancyt/

Facebook: Tarlow Chiropractic https://www.facebook.com/DrNancyTarlowDC

References in The Episode:

• Weston A Price

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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