ADHD, SPD, ASD, ODD, Anxiety…You’ve heard it all, or maybe you haven’t, but your parenting intuition knows there is an underlying truth to those larger than life emotions. Do you have a kid whose emotions need guidance, support, and understanding? Or, are you the parent of “That Kid” in need of resources, a community and encouragement along this parenting journey? Then you’ve come to the right place! Join Ashleigh Tolliver as she asks the professionals the tough questions about raising a kid ...
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Parenting with a Diagnosis of ADHD with Shane Thrapp
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What are the challenges and wins in parenting as an adult with ADHD? In this episode you will hear from a parent with ADHD who channels his ADHD into supporting adult fathers, and the wider male population, who struggle with the challenges that ADHD presents to the adult male population. About Our Guest: Shane Thrapp has 15 years of servant-based l…
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Thirteen Hours and the ADHD Mind with Simon Arnold
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Author of The Thirteen-Hour Life Coach, Simon Arnold and I speak about his experience as an adult with ADHD, and the coping mechanism he leaned into as a child and beyond. In this episode you are going to learn tools for your children to take into the classroom setting, and hear an individual's experience living with ADHD unmedicated, and medicated…
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Retained Primitive Reflexes and ADHD with Niki McGlynn
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What if some of your child’s struggles could be traced back to the beginning of their creation? What if some answers to these struggles could be found in simple movements and specified training of the neurological system? In this episode, you are going to learn how the neurodevelopment and growth of the human reflexes affect the ADHD child and more…
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The IEP Process and Being Your Child’s Advocate with Beth Liesenfeld
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Your child needs an advocate and support in school, but just what does that look like and how can you navigate that process? In this episode, Beth Liesenfeld from the IEP Lab shares the ins and outs of what an IEP is, the process of securing one for your child, and how to be the best advocate for your child. Are you ready to become the exact parent…
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ADHD and Sports: Discovering Greatness with JT Tsui
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Sports and greatness should go hand in hand, right? But what if you're an athlete with ADHD who believes the unsupported noise of the world around you? My guest J.T Tsui, Sports Director for Ontario Football and Author of the best selling book ‘You Are Greatness’, answers my tough questions on how athletes with ADHD can begin to believe in their tr…
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Athletics and the ADHD Brain with Saara Haapanen PhD
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Can you be a strong athlete who has ADHD? Simon Biles, Michael Phillps, Shaque O’Neal would tell you yes, and so would my guest Dr. Saara Haapanen. On today’s episode, Saara Haapanen PhD, a world ranked elite diver, shares her personal and professional experience of navigating her athletic career, education, and retirement with the highs and lows o…
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A Guide to Parenting ADHD with Avigail Gimpel, M.S. (Encore)
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I hope you enjoy this encore presentation of one of our more popular episodes back from September 2021. Did your child just join the millions diagnosed with ADHD? (Why are there so many?) Do you KNOW your child is healthy but wish you had more tools (other than stimulant drugs) to help her succeed? Do you find yourself frequently exploding with fru…
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The Impact of a Diagnosis with Jada D’Angelo
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Do you ever question… Should your ‘out of the box’ child have a traditional diagnosis? Should you tell your child about their diagnosis ? If so, when and what do you say? What are the emotional consequences for your child that comes with knowing, or not knowing, about a diagnosis? In today’s episode, I speak with Jada D’Angelo, a school counselor a…
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Understanding the Seven Different Types of ADD/ADHD with Annie Bush
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You have probably heard of the three most noted forms of ADHD ● Inattentive type ● Hyperactive-impulsive type ● Combination type BUT did you know there are actually seven different types of ADD/ADHD? In this episode, I speak with Annie Bush, a nationally-recognized Certified Brain Health Coach. Annie shares about the seven different types of ADD/AD…
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Connecting With Your Child with Miriam Campbell
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If you are a parent struggling to create a genuine connection with your neurodiverse child, that struggle does not need to be your ‘norm’. Connection can be found even when you struggle to find commonalities with your child. In this episode, Miriam Campbell shares professional and personal insights on how to create a genuine connection with your ch…
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Using Nature And Waldorf Inspired ‘Tools' To Support ‘That Kid’ with Kristin Palen
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In this episode, I speak to Kristin Palen a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, and Waldorf-inspired homeschool mom about the therapeutic advantage of using nature as a tool to support children. Guest Social Media links Instagram - @https://www.instagram.com/coastalconnectionsot/ Website - @https://www.coastalconnectionsot.com/ About Me: Hi, I’m Ashl…
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Mental Health and Joy: What Parents of a High Needs Child Must Focus On
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“Taking care of your mental health is not selfish. A healthy mom is a great gift to a child”- Unknown. Parenting a child with high demands can wreak havoc on your brain and your soul if you, the parent, do not prioritize your mental health and focus on the joy. But who has time for that? And how can you find joy when the stress and demands of raisi…
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Just Sit Still! Supporting Focus in Squirmy Kids with Jodi Whalen
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Can’t you just sit still !?! How many times has your child heard this? This episode shares a must-have tool for those kids who are in need of movement to support their focus and concentration without creating a ruckus in the classroom. I speak to a mom, Jodi Whalen, who took her child’s need for ‘extra support’ and turned it into a practical must-h…
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Did your child just join the millions diagnosed with ADHD? (Why are there so many?) Do you KNOW your child is healthy but wish you had more tools (other than stimulant drugs) to help her succeed? Do you find yourself frequently exploding with frustration at your child and his difficult behavior?Then listen in to today’s chat with Aviagail Gimple au…
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●Do you worry about your child's lack of focus and concentration? ●Do you get frustrated with their restlessness or fidgeting? ●Do you worry about their school performance?.... AND MORE???? Today's guest Shawna Hughes, Nutritionist and momma to ADHD kids, understands these frustrations on a personal level. This personal struggle supported Shawna's …
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Mother Knows Best: Raising an ADHD Child 101
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Mother’s really do know best! Where do parents get their best advice, tips, and tools from? From other parents, of course. Today’s episode is a compilation of practical tips and tools straight from the mouths of those walking a similar parenting journey- Mothers! Listen in, as these mom’s share what’s working in their parenting journey and how they…
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Attaining Self Love and Self Empowerment as a Child: An Encore Presentation with Sharon Hudson
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An encore presentation of episode 8, originally aired on October 30, 2019. Do you have a kid filled with big emotions and sometimes debilitating fears and anxiety? In this episode, I speak with Sharon Hudson about the need for supporting children along the self-love and self-empowerment journey. Sharon shares how she helps teach self-empowerment an…
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Healing when Parenting a Child with ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder or Neurodiverse Difference
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Healing starts from within, connecting with your support system, and loving your life. Today's guest is Dena Tibsherany. Dena Tibsherany is the host of the Empower 2 Heal Podcast and founder of One World Empowered. She is a Licensed Masters Level social worker with 10 years of experience in the mental health field, working specifically with childre…
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The Benefits of Rhythm: An Alternative Therapy Choice for Children who are Struggling
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Do you feel like you have tried everything to help your child and nothing works? Sometimes the non-traditional therapies and treatment can be the surprising answer parents are looking for. This episode shares just that! A non traditional support for children struggling with day to day challenges that is bound to be much more fun than traditional th…
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An Insider's Guide to Undesirable Behaviors
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“There are no bad children, just children who don’t know how to get what they want in more acceptable ways” Are you looking for tips, resources, and tools to fill your parenting tool belt? Tada!!! You found them! Stacie Pozdol, M.S., LMCH is a licensed, masters-level therapist with 20 years of experience working with individuals and families impact…
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High School Success with ADHD: Transforming the Lives of Teenagers with ADHD Diagnosis
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Are you a parent needing strategies for your teenager? Are you feeling like you are not able to help your child? Does your child lack motivation? Today’s guest Kelly Biltz, a Certified ADHD Teen Life Coach from Loving GrADDitude, shares a glimpse into her daily coaching life with neurodiverse teenagers as they navigate and seek to be more independe…
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Practical Tools for Supporting Difficult Behavior
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Grab a pin and paper, you’re going to want these actionable tools at your fingertips. On today’s episodes, I speak with Crystal Haitsma, a Canadian homeschooling mom of 4 and a certified Life Coach! Crystal holds a BA in Psychology and has loved learning about the study of behavior for as long as she can remember! Crystal merges radical connection …
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Introducing Eva Moore. Creator of the blog, podcast, and YouTube, Eva Interrupted. Eva is a mom with ADHD herself and 4 special needs children with diagnoses from ADHD, oppositional Defiant Disorder, Sensory Processing issues, and her youngest with a very rare Global Developmental Disorder. All of this to say that Eva’s life is filled with people w…
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Are you worried about your ADHD child and their success in this world? Stop right there --->This episode is for YOU! On this episode, I speak with Yakini Pierce, a highly educated professional, diagnosed at the age of 45 with ADHD. Her passion and focus shine through advocating for parents and other ADHD individuals through her ADHD Love platform. …
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Raising Children with Challenging Behaviors: Strategies and Tools to Help in the Home
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“Don’t give up on yourself, don’t give up on your child” If you’re ready to toss in the towel raising ‘That Kid’ then this episode is for YOU! In this episode, I speak with Inell Billups a teacher of 17 years, mother to two special needs children, and personal family consultant. Inell, owner of ‘Parents Advocating Love and Support’ (P.A.L.S.) share…
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Practical Tips To Raising A Child With ADHD
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In this episode, Marie Jackson shares her ‘Me too’ story of raising a child with ADHD and provides practical tips parents of children with ADHD can apply to their daily lives. By using her career expertise (Professional Organizer) Marie shares some simple tips to help decrease the emotional stress and rollercoaster of daily life with a child diagno…
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Mom Truths: Raising A Child With ADHD And Autism
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On this episode, moms get a chance to say ‘Me too, I feel ya’ sister”. Soak up some practical tips from a different type of professional who spends her days works with a neuro sensitive kid, 24/7; a Mom. A mom with a child navigating the daily tasks with neuro differences such as ADHD and Autism. On this fun-packed episode, I speak with Tammy Broch…
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Raising A Child With Anxiety: Where Is The Joy?
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On this episode, Colleen Wildenhaus, founder of Good Bye Anxiety, Hello Joy; Parenting an Anxious Child, and a guest blogger to Parenting That Kid (Raising an Anxiety Warrior) shares her reality, struggles, and success stories raising a child with debilitating anxiety. This episode provides a glimpse into the struggles that simple daily tasks can h…
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3 Tips To Help You Work Through A Critique About “That Kid”
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Are you overwhelmed by other adults sharing what your child has done “wrong”? Did you know you have a choice on how to take that critique? In this episode, I share with you three tips to help you work through yet another complaint and help you chose to see that critique from a different perspective Social Media links Instagram - https://www.instagr…
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Attaining Self Love and Self Empowerment as a Child
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Do you have a kid filled with big emotions and some times debilitating fears and anxiety? In this episode, I speak with Sharon Hudson about the need for supporting children along the self-love and self-empowerment journey. Sharon shares how she helps teach self-empowerment and self-love for all children. Sharon Hudson is a children’s book author, l…
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What Is Occupational Therapy, And Who Can Benefit From It?
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In this episode, I speak with Jill Moeller, an Occupational Therapist with enthusiasm to help sensory children both privately and within the school system. Jill breaks down what occupational therapy really is, what types of children benefit from occupational therapy and how to incorporate tools learned within an occupational therapy session, throug…
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What Is A School Psychologists Roll On Your Childs Care Team?
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In this episode, Emily Hall, a public school psychologist, breaks down the school psychologists' roll in advocating for their students, as well as providing tips and tools for students to use both at home and in school. As a member of a larger support team, Emilly understands the importance of advocating for her emotionally charged students and the…
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In this epsiode Dr. Emily Guiterrez discusses her work with children using functional medicine, or as she calls it, Bio-Hacking. A label she can proudly stand behind with a 95% success rate. Emily focuses not on the symptom, but why the symptom has appeared. Seeing the body as an integrative system she has a unique approach to diagnosis and a broad…
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Understanding The Differences in Each Child
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In this episode, we really dive into the differences in each child, their milestones, and the ways that they reach those milestones in relation to others. We focus on not comparing children to others, and that common markers are helpful, but not the be-all and end all in child development. Also discussed is the change in parent teacher relations as…
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The Importance of Having your People Around When Raising "That Kid"
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In this episode, I speak with Hillary Roberts. A mom of 5 under 8, with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Masters in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on literacy, as well as an amateur photographer. This was a great conversation on the importance of having your people around and making the reality of having struggles a normal th…
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Nicole Hepburn is a high school counselor and educator holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and has a Masters in Education with a focus on counseling. In this episode, we talk about the relationship that kids and parents have (or can develop) with school counselors and the school-based support systems that exist. She teaches us about what questio…
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Join Ashleigh Tolliver, a yoga pants enthusiast, and a messy bun mom who admittedly does not have it all together living the life of an overly tired, underpaid, personal assistant to 5-year-old twins as she shares what Parenting That Kid podcast is all about. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Do the words…
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