Having both parents play an active role in their children’s lives is the heart of co-parenting but it definitely comes with challenges. Carlee Dunlap, a mother of two, shares her story about how she makes it work and what she has learned along the way. The quality of the relationship between co-parents can have a strong influence on the mental and emotional well-being of the children and it takes a village. For the sake of your kids’ well-being, though, it is possible for you to overcome co-pare...
Jun 04, 2024•53 min
At Great Lakes Health and Wellness they believe that every body was built to be extraordinary and Dr Sarah feels the same. Joining Dr Sarah is chiropractor and certified sports nutritionist, Dr. Aimee Polar, DC, CISSN and Shannon Asbury, MSN, RN, IHP@ a conventionally trained RN turned functional medicine practitioner. In this episode, they will discuss how pain is not normal, how to utilize alternative medicine and a more holistic approach by getting to the root cause for your symptoms, and how...
May 28, 2024•47 min
Are you at a crossroads in your life? Dr. Sarah is honored to have Carla Gasser, speaker, bible teacher, writer and author of “The Beauty of an Uncluttered Soul” on the show! In this episode, Carla will share share her story about how decluttering her home, schedule, and life led her on a spiritual journey to uncluttering her soul. Her passion is helping women connect Faith + Life in authentic and meaningful ways. Let’s meet her AT THE CROSSROADS! Website: www.carlagasser.com Email: carla@carlag...
May 21, 2024•54 min
Claire Factor has devoted her career to helping others in their journey for health and wellness. She is a coach for Orange Theory, personal trainer and currently coaching others on nutrition. Add in two beautiful, active little girls age 5 and 2! How does she do it and take care of herself as well? In this episode, Claire discusses how her personal and professional life has evolved since becoming a Mom and how she is juggling on her roles!
May 14, 2024•45 min
When parents find their marriage dissolving they may ask themselves should we stay together for the kids? Parents worry how a divorce will affect their children. In this episode, Teri Entler, MA, LMHC, founder of One Freaking Life, joins Dr. Sarah to discuss what steps parents can take to reduce the psychological affects on their children, parental alienation and how to survive, how to support your kids through divorce and more!
May 07, 2024•45 min
Learning differences are common, affecting one in five children. The terms “difference,” “disability,” and “difficulty” are often used interchangeably, but there are some cases where these terms can have separate, legal meanings. In todays episode Dr. Sarah will break down the terminology. Educational information shared in the podcast provided by Dr. Kelly Christian, licensed psychologist and clinical director of Lawrence School’s Schafer Center for Learning Differences. Whether you are the pare...
Apr 30, 2024•23 min
On March 11, 2024 the Washington Post presented an article based on the Pew Research study that Parents have a problem with screen time too and that almost half of the teenagers think their parents sometimes get distracted by their phone. Dr. Sarah is joined by Joey Odom, Co founder of ARO, TechEntrepreneur, Podcast Host and a father taking on the screen time endemic. In this episode, we talk about the impact phones have on our relationships, our kids mental health, practical ways for families t...
Apr 23, 2024•44 min
Warmer weather means outdoor play, sports and picnics! It also means the presence of Bees! Bee stings happen fast! One minute they are playing and the next they have been stung! Severe reactions to bee stings only occur in 4 out of 1000 children. Dr. Sarah wants you to “Bee” prepared by providing quick tips on how not to get stung by a bee, what to do if you are stung and more!
Apr 16, 2024•22 min
Measles is a virus that is very contagious and preventable. Up until recently, Measles was under control in the US. In this episode, Dr. Sarah will discuss what parents need to know about the symptoms of Measles, how it spreads, contagiousness and more!
Apr 09, 2024•14 min
As parents we want what is best for our child and want them to be successful in life. But young people sometimes set high standards for them selves and this can lead to unhealthy physical and mental challenges. In this episode, Dr. Sarah will discuss the problem with perfectionism and how to help your child become higher achieving and have a growth mindset!
Apr 02, 2024•23 min
Vacation is a great time for fun and relaxation with our families, but let’s face it we don’t completely disconnect digitally while we are away! In this episode Dr. Sarah covers 7 Spring Break/vacation security tips to keep your digital devices and personal information safe while you are away!
Mar 26, 2024•14 min
Did you know that the nervous system ties in with nutritional healing? This weeks guest is Kymber Maulden who is a Women’s nutritionist and somatic health coach. She helps women self heal, self regulate and self nourish. In this episode we discuss the biological differences between women and men, why the nervous system is so important, key factors to consider when choosing what food to eat and more! Get in Touch with Kymber: kymbermaulden.com
Mar 19, 2024•49 min
Life Coach Lauren Nanni joins me on the podcast to talk about the life coaching tools she uses as a parent. In this episode, Lauren shares how she managed becoming a parent and how as a parent she is using the skills she recommends to create the life you want to live for you and your family. If you want to learn more, follow Lauren on Instagram @lonanni or visit her website www. LaurenNanni.com
Mar 12, 2024•22 min
Our bodies and minds evolve and as parents we face challenges in both fitness and health after 40. There is an outward ripple effect our personal health has on those around us. My guest, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi, has dedicated his life to helping busy fathers and mothers improve their overall health and turn their lives around. In this episode we talk about how to embrace a healthy lifestyle in our busy lives and more! How you can learn more: www.FitFatherProject.com www.fitMotherProject.com...
Mar 05, 2024•43 min
In this episode Dr. Sarah’s guest is Teri Entler, MA, LMHC. Teri has over 20 years of experience counseling in corporate, church and clinical settings. Her new counseling approach called One Freaking Life is all about healing our traumas that changed who we are and returning to who we were created to be. With that said often parents have trained their kids on how we should or should not be, rather than fostering their unique personality. Through Teri’s own personal journey in counseling she has ...
Feb 27, 2024•55 min
As you enter into your midlife and your children are growing up do you ever ask yourself “What’s Next?” My guest on this weeks episode is Kathy Batista, a Mindset, Mindfulness and Mood Coach for Woman. She specializes in guiding women through the myriad emotions and questions of midlife. Backed by her comprehensive certifications in Life Designer Coaching, Thought Coaching, Quantum Time Technique, and Mindfulness Facilitation, Kathy's mission is to redefine midlife as a transformative phase fill...
Feb 20, 2024•44 min
Let’s talk about the M word which is mold. Many chronic symptoms that families experience may be associated from mold and bacteria that are hidden in their own environment. Joining me on the podcast is Michael Rubino, an Air quality expert and environmental wellness advocate, Founder of Homecleanse, President of Change the Air, author, speaker and Podcast host of Never Been Sicker. Michael’s mission is to bring awareness and bridge the gap between our homes and their direct impact on health. He ...
Feb 13, 2024•42 min
So many parents and caregivers struggle when it comes to knowing how to manage their child’s emotions and reactions. This weeks guest is Dr. Sue Sivertson a Senior Parent Specialist with Parent Connext. Dr. Sivertson works with families as a parent coach to help adults meet their child’s strengths and nurture them. In this episode, Sue and I go over different common scenarios and help parents with tools to build a stronger relationship with their kids. Sue Sivertson, Ph.D. Senior Parent Speciali...
Feb 06, 2024•40 min
This weeks guest is Shahar Link is the CEO and founder of Mindspire Tutoring and Test Prep, which has tutored thousands of students across the country for over a decade in the SAT, ACT, and every other academic subject. Shahar has been teaching in high schools and tutoring standardized tests for over 25 years. He earned a Master’s degree in History from Stanford University, writing his thesis on the history of IQ testing. Ever since he has been determined to help students succeed on standardized...
Jan 30, 2024•44 min
In this episode Dr. Sarah is joined by Dr. Alex Neimczura who shares her honest and emotional journey as a Mother who during pregnancy discovered her son will be born with Dwarfism. We will discuss the definition, characteristics, challenges, advocating for your child and shattering the stigma! Follow Hudson on Instagram @huddydoingthings Bio: Dr. Alex Niemczura has a PhD in biomedical science (neuroscience) from Northeast Ohio Medical University and Kent State University. In her job as a Senior...
Jan 23, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Guest: Kathy Bowers, Parenting/Teen and Life Coach, Founder Life Change Coaching For over a decade, Kathy Bowers, Parenting/Teen and life coach and Founder of Life Change Coaching, has been helping parents, teen and families restore harmony and balance in their family life. In this episode, Kathy offers sound advice for parents on how to create a secure and loving relationship with their children and teens.
Jan 16, 2024•52 min
Sleep challenges with a Toddler is not uncommon! There is so much advice to help get your baby to sleep but when it comes to Toddlers it is completely different! This weeks guest, Jessica Berk, is a certified toddler sleep consultant and has helped families all over the world solve their sleep challenges. We will discuss bedtime struggles, waking in the middle of the night, battling co sleeping and more! I promise you will be ready to handle all your Toddler sleep concerns after listening to Jes...
Jan 09, 2024•50 min
Have you ever wondered about the toxins we may be exposed to and how this is affecting our health? Join Dr. Wendie Trubow, a functional medicine gynecologist and toxin expert and I in a passionate discussion about how eliminating toxins may be the answer to chronic conditions. In this episode we talk about her own struggles with mold, heavy metals, Celiac disease and other health issues and the first steps in creating a healthy, vital life and more! Please enjoy a free gift from Dr. Wendie Trubo...
Jan 02, 2024•51 min
Welcome to my 100th Episode! It has been an amazing journey and an honor to have amazing guests and listeners to help make parenting better! In this episode I will share some tips and “tweaks” to help get off to a great start in 2024! Its fun to set family healthy goals but remember to keep them realistic! Here’s to the New Year and Growing Up Together!
Dec 19, 2023•27 min
This weeks guest is Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness, mother of two tween boys and a licensed, practicing pediatric dermatologist. In this episode, we cover several key topics including how to communicate with your children about self care, teen acne, skin care at every age and so much more! She is devoted to educating patients, families, and primary care providers about childhood skin conditions and is also Co-Founder of Strike Club, a personal care line made just for teen and tweens!
Dec 05, 2023•44 min
Many Children struggle with reading. One estimate is that over 1 million children have difficulties learning to read. On average, 25% (typically ranging between 20% and 30%) of schoolchildren in the early grades struggle with reading. The actual percentages vary widely, depending on the individual characteristics of the students and the quality of instruction in each school. A study reported in the New York Times in 2022 states that the pandemic has worsened the reading crisis in school. In this...
Nov 14, 2023•58 min
Every child deserves a healthy and happy life, free of violence and trauma. Your child will likely hear about the Isreal-Hamas war and when it comes to talking about this with our children there are no “right” words for events that are so wrong. In this episode, Dr. Sarah will outline how to have intentional conversations and how to be present for our kids while the world is going through such a horrific tragedy.
Oct 24, 2023•25 min
Fall is a favorite time of year for most families, but for some parents and children this time of year can be challenging due to the potential scary themes. In this episode Dr. Sarah will discuss how to decide if you should let your child watch scary movies and how to manage fears and phobia in general.
Oct 17, 2023•30 min
It is never too early to live a lifestyle that improves longevity, mood, sleep and well being. As woman age our body goes through so many changes and it can feel like it happens over night! In this weeks podcast I have the honor to talk to Barb Hawken who is a “go-to menopause fitness coach who believes that when it comes to transforming the middle aged woman's body, making simple tweaks in the kitchen and gym can cause their health to improve, and their confidence to soar!” Connect with Barb: b...
Oct 03, 2023•38 min
This time of year we see a lot of children come in with colds, allergic rhinitis and asthma exacerbations. In this episode Dr. Sarah is going to talk about how to manage the common cold, how to differentiate between cold symptoms vs allergy symptoms and few tips on how to take action during asthma peak months. Information in this podcast provided by these resources: stanfordchildrens.org healthychildren.org ohioapp.org
Sep 26, 2023•43 min