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  • About Me
  • Group Program (“Thriving With ADHD”)
  • Private Coaching Programs (kids)
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  • šŸ“ŗ What You Need To Know About ADHD & Screen Tim šŸ“ŗ What You Need To Know About ADHD & Screen Time: Yes, screen time increases hyperactivity, inattention, and defiance, but not all screen time is created equal! Let me break it down for you: Screen Time With More Negative Impacts: šŸ‘‰Social Media šŸ‘‰Most Gaming Especially Involving Combat šŸ‘‰Googling Mindlessly (not goal-related, often clicking clickbait) More Positive Screentime: šŸ‘‰Skill building like BBC Dance Mat Typing, Kids Art Hub, Math Games IF not too stimulating (look for ones without a short time limit to answer questions) Word bubbles TEACHING stress management and thought patterns šŸ‘‰Exercise programs like Cosmic Kids Yoga, and Just Dance (if age-appropriate music and dancing) šŸ‘‰Researching for school, or personal interests (think jewelry making, pet care, cooking, etc) šŸ‘‰Family Movie Night šŸæ MY TOP TIPS: ā­ļø Set realistic limits on all screen time ā­ļø Strictly limit screen time with more negative impacts ā­ļø Always avoid screens before bed (2 hours if possible) to optimize sleep quality šŸ˜“ Like or comment if this was helpful!
    ADHD Moms: does this sound familiar? šŸ¤·ā€ā™€ļø You canā€™t figure out whatā€™s causing the hyperactivity, the inattention, the insomnia, the emotional ups & downs. šŸ¤” You know food has to somehow be impacting this but you have no idea where to start when a health pro suggests this ā€œmagicā€ blood test that promises to tell you which foods to eliminate to help with everything. Sorry, mama. Many of my clients have had their kid(s) tested for food sensitivities. šŸ˜‘ However, just a test with out any real support or guidance means they ended up clueless as to how to start making substitutions, ready to give up, and $300 poorer šŸ™ šŸ¤ Iā€™ve got a secret for you: food sensitivity tests are not that valuable. They often just indicate how impaired digestion is. In particular, they tend to really ā€œgo wildā€ with reactions if someone has a very leaky gut. šŸ¤« Another secret: ADHD is linked to leaky gut so, odds are, your kidā€™s food test is going to have WAY more reactions on it than the average personā€™s. šŸ’£ Secret #3: When you improve digestion, mental health almost always improves. Itā€™s called the Mind-Gut Connection. šŸ¤Æ A final secret: you can improve leaky gut without cutting out EVERY food that might be impacting it. A Good First Approach: Step 1: Start eliminating irritating foods one at a time based on your observed reaction in the gut. What causes gas, constipation, bloating, heartburn? Step 2: Introduce gut-healing foods like fish oil, bone broth, probiotics. Need help picking one? DM me! Need a bit more hands-on support? For all the reliable info and none of the wasted hours Googling, we can bring some peace to your house and some peace of mind to you! Book your free assessment call (link in bio) to discover if my Thriving With ADHD Group Program is the right fit for you family.
    šŸ¤” The Most Wonderful Time of the Year? Christm šŸ¤” The Most Wonderful Time of the Year? Christmas presents unique challenges for parents of ADHDers. šŸ“† Overwhelming schedules - parties, pageants, and shopping, oh my! šŸ’£ Overstimulation at every corner - too loud, too bright, weird food, new faces, strange placesā€¦ šŸŽ… The good news is your Christmas can indeed be merry and bright, even though your family has its challenges. šŸŽ On Friday, in the spirit of the holidays, Iā€™m hosting a free mini-training session, sharing: šŸŽ„ MY TOP 3 TIPS TO MINIMIZE STRESS AND MAXIMIZE JOY THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON! Friday, December 9th 12:00 pm Eastern Time Discover the 3 simple steps that will keep your kids happy, your house calm, and your heart at a normal resting rate šŸ˜‰ Sign up for my email list (link in bio) and youā€™ll be sent the Zoom invite Friday morning. The replay will be available afterward. šŸ˜€ Canā€™t wait to share some holiday joy with you!
    šŸ˜’ ā€œThis Just Isnā€™t Possibleā€ - me, 7 year šŸ˜’ ā€œThis Just Isnā€™t Possibleā€ - me, 7 years ago 7 years ago I was absolutely convinced that a food test would be my ticket to health paradise. I was sure there was ā€œsomething simpleā€ I was missingā€¦ I thought ā€œit must be something Iā€™m eating because I canā€™t figure this out.ā€ I wondered ā€œWhy, despite eating healthier than ever and working out almost daily, am I still more anxious and in more digestive distress than ever?ā€ šŸ©ø So I got the test. My results showed I was ā€œsensitiveā€ to over 40 foods. I naively walked into a grocery store ready to tackle my ā€œnew dietā€ - I was in there literally 5-10 minutes before realizing (with teary eyes) this wasnā€™t possible. šŸ˜¢ I had a baby and a 3-year-old and unless I was going to hire a full-time chef (or a full-time nanny), those eliminations werenā€™t possible. I was ready to give up until a good friend (& dietician) told me food sensitivity tests generally detect digestive distress (ie the worse your digestion, the more foods will cause a reaction) and addressing the gut head-on is a better approach. šŸ˜ I tried the IBS plan she recommended & within a week, my digestion was healing, my mood was more stable, and I was sleeping better. All I needed was a qualified health pro to give me some evidence-backed guidance and voila! Here I am, in great health with a great career that was inspired by my own journey! A food sensitivity test isnā€™t the magic solution to ADHD, but there are many dietary factors that can make symptoms worse, like: ->Inadequate protein intake ->Iron or magnesium deficiency ->Dehydration ->Poor digestion You can have smoother days, a calm child with balanced energy, and a household that runs like a well-oiled machineā€¦with the right guidance, support, and advice based on real evidence, not trendy tests. šŸ“ž If youā€™re ready to have a health pro look at your childā€™s diet (or your own) and see if there are any red flags, book your free assessment call with me today (link in bio).
    šŸ˜®The magic solution for ADHD symptomsā€¦or a bi šŸ˜®The magic solution for ADHD symptomsā€¦or a bit of a sham? An ADHD Parent Situation I See ALL The Time: Youā€™re overwhelmed by all the ā€œdonā€™t eat thisā€ advice online. You want smooth mornings where you have time to drink your coffee while itā€™s still hot. You want evenings when your kid does everyday tasks without you nagging. You want nights when you can put down your phone and spend time with your partner, rather than Googling ā€œwhat impacts ADHD?ā€ & getting sucked down a confusing rabbit hole online. You want the quickest solution and, as the food test companies point out, ā€œblood doesnā€™t lieā€, right? So, you order a food sensitivity test to get the magic solution - eliminate these foods for 3-6 months and watch for a miracle. šŸ˜¢Sorry - thatā€™s not how ADHD works. These tests are notoriously unreliable, often lead to parents getting overwhelmed and giving up, and donā€™t test for crucial things like nutrient deficiencies, digestive distress, and lifestyle factors that can impact symptoms. You can have the least reactive diet in the world - but if youā€™re low on vital nutrients and living with 10/10 stress levels, ADHD symptoms arenā€™t going anywhere. If youā€™re looking for answers, a holistic approach to both diet and lifestyle is going to bring you those carefree mornings and meltdown free afternoons. Thatā€™s why in all my coaching programs, I address: -->Potential deficiencies -->Blood sugar imbalances -->Digestive distress and possible triggers - in fact, if your food test shows TONS of reactions, that indicates big digestive issues more than food intolerances. -->Routines that are working against you -->Stress levels -->Exercise levels And so much more. When something seems to offer a ā€œmagic solutionā€, start looking for the man behind the curtainā€¦ If youā€™re searching for a realistic, reliable, & sustainable way to get confident & competent in ADHD management, Iā€™m here for you. Sign up for my email list (link in bio) and youā€™ll get weekly tips sent to your inbox PLUS access to my free quarterly masterclasses! šŸ”„These classes cover Nutrition & Lifestyle Factors that impact symptoms & provide practical advice to get to smoother days & silent nights
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