Doing Dyslexia Differently

We've all had a discussion about the best type of academic intervention for our child. More often than not, a speech pathologist is not at the top of that list. But maybe they should be. As you will learn in this episode, the job title is no match for their extensive training or ability to support literacy development. In this chat with leading Speech Pathologist and Director of Speak & Write,...

The impact of a poor or fixed mindset on your child goes well beyond the classroom and their academic achievement. In today's episode, I talk about one of my favourite topics, shifting mindset, and how this can completely change how our children experience the world. If your child or students are scared of failure, give up easily or are saying things like "I'll never be able to do this", "I'm not...

It's not uncommon for children growing up with dyslexia to experience shame. It comes in many forms, but for many, it centres around the fact that they don't fit in easily, that they can't do things as quickly as others, that they are letting grown-ups down, that they aren't good enough or deemed normal. Our children need to be guided through these sometimes intense feelings so they don't impact t...

Join me for the first Dyslexia Success Story Interview. Today's chat is with my beautiful friend Reaya. Growing up undiagnosed, Reaya lived her life hiding her challenges and immense shame. She talks openly and vulnerably about how she worked hard to get by and ensure she was always deemed a 'good girl'. Today, Reaya runs her own successful healing business with clients across the globe. While she...

The words we speak matter. Seemingly simple statements can become the internal voice of our children well into their adulthood. In today's episode, I discuss some of the most influential things we say that impact our children's mindset, confidence, and self-esteem. This is a super practical episode with a huge impact. A must-listen for all parents and educators. If you find this episode valuable,...

There are often conversations with parents and educators who are new to the dyslexia journey about whether it's beneficial to "label" their child with dyslexia. Today, I want to share my brief but passionate thoughts about what happens when we don't offer a child the dyslexia label. I hope if this is a question you have been pondering, you find this helpful. If you find this episode valuable, plea...

In today's episode, I discuss all things homework, the reality, the battles, the emotions, and the strain it can put on the parent-child relationship. This is often a controversial topic: Do you or don't you? This episode offers my perspective on what's worked well for my son and me. I encourage educators to also jump into this episode to hear the perspective of parents who may come to you despera...

We've all heard it: sleep is king! Today, I discuss some of the strategies I use in my house to promote positive sleep habits. Sleep is the foundation of our well-being and should not be overlooked when seeking better ways to support our neurodivergent children. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with your friends, family, colleagues or child's educator. The rising tide lifts all bo...

Our children are under immense pressure to catch up, conform, and to fit in the box. This unkind reality causes many different mental health challenges for our children with learning differences. In this episode, I discuss some practical strategies we can implement at home and in the classroom to better support our children's regulation and overall mental health. If you find this episode helpful,...

It's no secret that many children with learning differences grow up with low self-esteem. Many factors contribute to this, and in this episode, I cover some key things that have helped my son and I, along with others in the Daring Dyslexic community. If you find this episode helpful, please share it with your friends, family, colleagues or child's educator. The rising tide lifts all boats. Receive...

Introducing the Doing Dyslexia Differently show and your host, Bernadette Haigh. In this short intro, you'll discover more about the show, what to expect in coming episodes, Bernadette's story with dyslexia, and how to get the most out of each episode. Bernadette truly believes that the time has come for us to approach dyslexia differently. Through this podcast, she will highlight many of the face...