Lately, it feels like we’re totally drowning in digital noise and AI-generated everything. Between the kids using chatbots for homework and us constantly fighting the "screen time battle," it’s easy to feel like that special "human spark" is just... dimming.

Today, I’m chatting with my friend Kate Brenton, a holistic educator who has spent twenty years igniting creativity from Hawaii to the boardroom. We’re diving into how we can help our kids (and ourselves!) stay grounded when the world feels so disconnected from reality.

Connect with Kate here and on her website.

We’re getting into the good stuff, like:

• The Efficiency Paradox: Is AI actually helping us, or is there a hidden cost to our creativity? 
• Process over Results: How to teach our kids to love the process of thinking when they can get an answer in three seconds.
• Healthy Skeptics: Teaching our kids to question what they see online without becoming totally cynical.
• Data vs. Wisdom: Why "soft skills" like empathy, intuition, and tactile learning are actually the ultimate "hard" skills for the future.

It’s time to stop worrying if we've lost the battle to the screen and start building some boundaries that actually work. We need to trust our kids and give them the space to find their own flame. You don’t want to miss this one!

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The 'best' for our kids used to mean good grades and travel soccer. Now? It means making sure a smartphone doesn’t hijack their development.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re losing your child to a screen—or if the CBSD 1:1 laptop initiative has you feeling overwhelmed—this episode is your lifeline. We’re sitting down with the Kirstin McGowan (from Ep 79) to move past the 'screen time' lectures and get into the heart of tech wellness.

In this episode, we’re getting real about:

• The CBSD Reality: Is our district doing enough to teach 'Digital Citizenship,' or are we leaving our kids to fend for themselves in a toxic online world?
• The Empathy Gap: How Discord and FaceTime are changing the way our kids read faces and body language (and how to fix it).
• At Home Tech Boundaries: Ways to keep your relationship with your child stronger than their connection to their device.
• Practical Advice: What Kirstin would tell any CB mom starting this journey with a 7-year-old today.

It’s time to move the water cooler talk into action. Let’s figure out how to raise kids who are tech-savvy, but more importantly, kind, empathetic humans.

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Pull up a chair (or, let’s be real, hide in the pantry for five minutes)—we need to talk about a game-changer for your kids' health that doesn't cost a dime. If you feel like you’re barely surviving the daily circus and your kids are struggling with bedtime or constant sniffles, I’ve found the one thing that actually moves the needle.

In today’s episode, I’m letting you in on a biological 'secret weapon.' It’s not a new gummy vitamin or a complicated sleep training method; it’s the morning sun. I’m breaking down how getting your kids' faces in the light for just 10–15 minutes before the day gets hectic can transform your entire household.

We’re diving into the 'why' behind the sunshine:

• The Melatonin Reset: How early light exposure helps kids produce sleep hormones at the right time, so bedtime becomes a breeze instead of a battle.
• The Immune Foundation: Why Vitamin D is the literal backbone of your child’s immune system (and why the sun is the best source).
• Focus & Mood Regulation: I’m getting a little nerdy about Mitochondria Magic—explaining how red light spectrums give kids sustainable energy and help them stay 'cool, calm, and collected' through the toddler tantrums.
• The Dopamine Boost: Why outdoor light is the best natural way to start your child’s day with a positive mindset.

You don’t need a gym membership, and you don’t need an hour of free time. You just need 15 minutes of sunlight to help your kids go from 'frazzled' to flourishing.

Grab your lukewarm coffee and let’s get into the science of sunshine!

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Dr. Anna Marie, also known as 'The Mindset Doctor,' spent years navigating the fog of depression and the chaos of ADHD and dyslexia. Instead of accepting those labels as limitations, she used them as fuel to pursue a Ph.D. in Natural Medicine and become an expert in Herbology and Brain Health. She’s the host of The Happy Whole You Podcast and she believes that with the right tools, we can rewire any mind—including the minds of our children. 

Happy Whole You Podcast Website
Dr. Anna Marie Website

What You’ll Learn:

• The Personal Shift: Moving from "What’s wrong with me?" to "How does my brain thrive?"
• Bio-Hacking ADHD: How nutrition and your physical environment dictate your mental clarity.
• The Power of Routine: Why a protein-heavy morning, movement, and a positive mindset help set your child up for success in their school day
• Neuroplasticity 101: The Good News!

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Is the morning school routine triggering a meltdown—for your child and you? If you are dealing with a crying child before the bus comes, I want you to know two things: You are doing a great job, and anxiety is a wave that we can learn to surf.

Today, I’m talking to you like a friend on the couch. We are going to explore how integrative wellness can change the chemistry of your morning. It’s not about "fixing" your child; it’s about giving them the tools to overcome those big feelings.

What we cover:

• Co-Regulation: How to be the anchor so your child can "borrow" your calm.
• Nature’s Medicine: Using morning sunlight to boost serotonin naturally.
• Breathwork for Kids: Fun, easy ways to breathe through the scary moments.

This is a season, not a life sentence. Tune in for the encouragement and strategies you need to face tomorrow morning with confidence.

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Keep'em Healthy is specializing now on Kid/Teen Health! Come listen to the new episodes every MONDAY! 

You know that feeling when you’re sitting in the doctor’s office, looking at your child who you know is struggling, and the "experts" just shrug their shoulders? 

I lived in that "I don't know" space for way too long. I was frustrated, I was uncomfortable, and honestly, I was heartbroken watching my child miss out on just being a kid. I knew their potential was so much bigger than the symptoms they were stuck with. 

But then I remembered: No one knows my child better than I do. I decided to stop waiting for permission and started digging. I pulled from my background in science and education and went back to the basics—using food as medicine and making simple lifestyle shifts that actually made sense. 

The result? My child went from "constantly sick" to "thriving." ✨ 

I started Keep’em Healthy because you shouldn’t have to feel like you’re hitting a brick wall every time you ask for help. If you’re feeling that pull in your gut that your child needs more than what you’re being told, you’re in the right place. Let’s take the guesswork out of it and start making changes together. 

You’ve got the intuition, I’ve got the resources. Let’s get them healthy. 🌿🧡 

. . . 

#KeepemHealthy #MomIntuition #IntegrativeHealth #NaturalParenting #FoodAsMedicine #AdvocatingForYourChild #MotherhoodUnfiltered #HealthyKidsHappyKids #HolisticHealthMom #MomsInScience 

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Cortney McDermott, Vanity Fair Corporation executive turned award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert, translates complex neuroscience, quantum theory, and epigenetic research into practical tools for radical transformation and wealth. Empowering people to tap into their inner intelligence, Cortney bridges science and consciousness to help individuals and teams unlock the Genius that lives in us all. She has worked with corporate teams such as Google, Nike, Universal Music Group, and Oxford University. Once people understand, this isn’t self-improvement — it’s self-realization, there’s no going back.
Author of two bestsellers: Change Starts Within You & Giving Yourself Permission.
www.cortinc.com
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In this Episode:

• Self-Improvement versus Self Realization
• The Role of Epigenetics in Transformation
• Understanding Persona and the Masks We Wear
• The Power of Movement
• Shaking Off Tension 

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Stella Falkner is a Korean-American entrepreneur, mother, Certified Mental Health Peer Specialist, Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator, and maternal health advocate. Her work centers on building technology that is deeply empathetic and grounded in the lived experiences of real families.

After navigating her own mental health challenges in motherhood and finding strength in the support of other moms, Stella founded Dowa — a platform designed to bridge community support with clinical care. She built Dowa to provide integrated support that addresses the full spectrum of motherhood: mental health, physical wellness, and the often overwhelming stress and anxiety that come with raising a child and tracking their development.

Her mission is to ensure that every mother, at any stage of parenting, has accessible, expert-backed guidance and the support she deserves.

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In This Episode:

• Stella's Personal Journey and Motivation
• Understanding Maternal Mental Health
• Navigating the Dowa App
• Addressing Anxiety in Motherhood
• The Importance of Community
• Relationships and Parenting Dynamics
• The Healing Power of Shared Experiences

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Joni Garcia MS, RD, is a registered dietitian with over 20 years of experience in public-health nutrition and the founder of The Rooted Kitchen in Doylestown, PA. She helps busy women feel more energized and confident cooking real, whole foods while also supporting their nervous system through breathwork, mindfulness, and simple daily rituals. Her holistic approach blends 1:1 coaching with hands-on experiences including cooking classes, grocery store tours, and breathwork sessions, with a special focus on cooking for one or two.
After years in a job that never truly lit her up, Joni launched The Rooted Kitchen to support women more directly through real food, foundational wellness habits, and mind-body practices. She’s passionate about empowering women to build sustainable habits that help them feel grounded, nourished, and resilient in everyday life.

Website: therootedkitchenco.com

Instagram: @therootedkitchenco 

Facebook: @therootedkitchen 

Tik Tok: @therootedkitchenco

In this Episode:

• Foundations of Health: Food, Time, and Self-Care
• Sourcing Local Foods
• The Importance of Nutritional Density 
• Basic Recipes and Cooking Tips for Women in their Busy Time of Life
• Ingredients to Avoid for Better Health 
• Debunking Detox Myth and Supporting Natural Detox

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In this episode, I welcome Sam Citro Alexander to the show. Sam is all about how to make small, smarter swaps in the grocery aisle that genuinely improve health—without spending more money or cooking differently. People don’t need another diet trend, they need clarity. The FoodHealth Score lets you compare two nearly identical products—two yogurts, two cereals, two pastas—and instantly see which one supports better long-term health. It’s about tiny, doable changes that fit real life: a lunchbox swap, a better granola, a soda alternative. When you start improving the health score of your cart in small steps, you change outcomes in a big way.

Sam Citro Alexander is the co-founder and CEO of FoodHealth, the company behind the FoodHealth Score—a data tool that rates every product in the grocery store based on ingredient quality and nutrient density. She built the platform after her own experience with severe food intolerances, and now works with retailers and CPG brands to help families make healthier choices with simple, smart swaps.

FoodHealth Co. is rolling out a free new tool that lets online shoppers see the FoodHealth Score for each item—and find healthy swaps—at major retailers in the U.S. Join the waitlist here: https://www.foodhealth.co/fhai

Check out Sam's substack Sam Talks Food and the FoodHealth Company website.

Love what you’re hearing? 🌿 If these deep dives are helping you navigate your kids' health, I’d love your help! Between soccer practice and science labs, your support keeps this show going.

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