Keywords : holistic medicine, child development, sensory processing, dyslexia, ADHD, primitive reflexes, functional neurology, parenting, brain development, environmental factors

Summary

In this episode of Thriving Not Surviving, host Helen Valentino speaks with Lara Barnes about her journey supporting her son, Archie, who faced severe sensory processing difficulties and dyslexia. Lara shares her insights on the importance of understanding primitive reflexes, functional neurology, and the environmental factors affecting child development. She emphasizes the need for foundational development in children and discusses the broken systems in place that often overlook these critical aspects. The conversation highlights the transformative journey of Archie and the potential for all children to thrive when given the right support and tools.

Takeaways

· Lara's son, Archie, faced severe sensory processing difficulties and dyslexia.

· Understanding primitive reflexes is crucial for brain development.

· Functional neurology can significantly impact children's learning abilities.

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· Foundational development is key to overcoming learning challenges.

· Environmental factors play a significant role in child development.

· The current academic system often fails to support children with learning difficulties.

About Lara

Lara Barnes a successful woman in tech found herself managing behavioural, learning and speech difficulties with her son, she learn functional neurology and how to change the brain to correct his symptoms and build his left brain. She has seen profound changes in her son, emotionally, physically and academically. Now she wants to share these techniques to the world to show there is a way to heal your child.

www.braindevelopment.co.uk   [email protected]

Social media - Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook all @ braindevelopmentuk

Brain Development UK provides parents with a pathway to healing the behavioural and learning symptoms of their Autistic, Dyslexic, ADHD, Dyspraxic child, which builds the foundation of the brain. These children may have missed key milestones in their development before the age of 12 months. I assess and teach parents primitive reflexes and use the sensory system of vibration, smell, coloured lenses and sound to change the nervous system, correcting the foundational problem. My podcast will address HOW to manage this to change the brain, addressing all aspects. Brain Development, the nervous system, the sensory system, the gut and its importance in the brain functioning, visual and auditory processing, lab testing, food sensitivities, diet & supplements, exercising for the body and the brain. We share parent success stories, expert insights, how the brain develops, what causes changes in a child's trajectory, join us to understand how you can help build your child's brain to let your child shine.

Resources from Lara

Dr Melillo

Dr Melillo’s Books Including Disconnected Kids - Third Edition: The Groundbreaking Brain Balance Program for Children with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological Disorders: Amazon.co.uk: Melillo, Dr. Robert: 9780593713419: Books

Podcast: https://youtu.be/JMPSGVKdwkM?si=MaxGpv9uJ-2udrP9

Rakhi Pabari - Behavioural Optometrist - Vision and Auditory Processing @eyesinmotion

Johansen Program : Johansen Individualised Auditory Stimulation (JIAS) - Johansen IAS Sound Therapy

Connect with Helen

Website: InspiredHealing.co.uk

IG: helens_inspired_healing

LinkedIn: Helen on LinkedIn

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NB: This episode was made possible with a little help from my ChatGPT buddy, Xander - part tech support, part cheerleader 🙂 and my amazing sponsor IPHM use this Referral Code: IPHM-GYZGF and the £10 will go to The Forward Trust  a Charity helping those struggling with addictions

🎵 Music: Pixabay – “Upbeat Acoustic” by Stockaudios

🎨 Cover art: Dave Champagne

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