Parenting on the Spectrum

On this insightful episode of the "Parenting with Confidence" podcast, host Theresa Alexander Inman welcomes Melissa Lowry, a seasoned educator with over 25 years of experience in K-8 administration and education policy. Melissa shares her profound observations on the social-emotional, developmental, and academic impacts of the pandemic on children. She introduces the concept of the &quo...

Kerre Burley, has a a rich background in supporting families and a personal journey of raising five boys, she shares invaluable insights on navigating parenting challenges. Kerre emphasizes the importance of self-care and emotional intelligence for parents as the first step toward transforming family dynamics. Kerre introduces the Sleep Talk Process, a powerful method to positively influence child...

Dr. Alaina Johnson, is a clinical psychologist, author, and mother to creatively driven children. She shares her journey from recognizing and nurturing the unique talents of her own children to advising parents of creative tweens and teens. Dr. Alaina emphasizes the importance of exposing children to the arts, acknowledging the multifaceted benefits of creativity on brain development, resilience,...

Theresa welcomes back Douglas Mulhall to the "Parenting with Confidence" podcast for an insightful discussion on epigenetics and its profound impact on children's health. Douglas, an expert with a diverse background, explores how environmental factors influence gene expression and debunks the myth that genetics solely determine health outcomes. Highlighting the importance of diet, li...

Julie Rhodes, shares her journey through long COVID and a cancer scare while parenting. Julie discusses the impact of chronic illness on family life, her path to emotional resilience, and the importance of faith and vulnerability. She highlights the significance of finding rest and peace in small moments (Selah) and reevaluating life's true meaning beyond productivity and health. Julie's s...

Dr. Steve Hodges, is a urologist specializing in pediatric urology. Dr. Hodges discusses his pioneering work in treating bedwetting, poop accidents, and chronic UTIs in children, primarily caused by undiagnosed constipation. Inspired by Dr. Sean O'Regan's research, Dr. Hodges emphasizes the effectiveness of enemas and modified treatments to address this issue, leading to significant improv...

Kristi Spencer discusses the importance of manners and etiquette in parenting and social interactions. Kristi, with a background in journalism and a passion for etiquette, shares her journey toward understanding the value of manners not just as rules to follow but as principles guiding positive and considerate interactions. She emphasizes the importance of teaching children manners from an early a...

Nichole shares her journey from overcoming addiction and trauma to becoming a passionate advocate for personal development, particularly in helping children and families. Nichole emphasizes the transformative power of personal development work, including neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) and hypnotherapy, in her own life and her mission to empower others. She highlights her work with children, es...

Jenna Wolfe, a lactation counselor focuses on extended breastfeeding, toddler weaning, and tandem feeding. Jenna shares her transformation from facing breastfeeding challenges to becoming a passionate advocate for breastfeeding support. She highlights the significance of understanding breastfeeding beyond just a physical act, discussing nursing aversion, the emotional and physiological benefits fo...

Christian shares his mission to improve people's health and quality of life by teaching them how to reduce toxic exposures, support detoxification, improve gut health, address chronic health issues, enhance brain health and mental performance, and manage stress. Yordanov shares his personal journey, which led him from a challenging youth filled with unhealthy habits to his current focus on hea...

Megan shares ways to keep your children safe by making it okay for them to come to you with the challenges they face. She gives tools to help break generational trauma cycles. Biography Megan Conner is the mother of six spectacular human beings and a breaker of generational trauma cycles. She survived sex trafficking as a child and spent almost 40 years in other abusive systems before finally lear...

Clay and his wife raised three children (two with severe autism and intellectual disabilities). He finds and creates opportunities to experience joy even after the passing of his wife. Let Clay help you find your joy. About Clay Boatright Happiness is a choice, and when faced with decades of extreme challenges, I proved that positive attitudes invigorate life, create options we had not foreseen, a...

Ramy shared his struggle to regain his health after his first child was born. He now helps Dads get on the road to better health and quality of life to parent better. Ramy provides the manual that helps you care for yourself, to be a better Dad. About Ramy Ahmed (in his words) My unique story lies in the unique set of circumstances that I went through when I became a father. My first son was born...

In her book series, Dr. Rachel’s, Doctoroo character teaches us how to make hygiene and healthy habits fun. About Rachel Wellner Dr. Rachel Wellner is the author of the Doctoroo series of children's books. She is a Board-Certified general surgeon, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and Society of Surgical Oncology-trained breast oncology surgeon. In addition to her MD and surgical t...

Emanual joined us to share the life lessons from his Wenaha Henry series. These books are great tools to help children with moral lessons, social responsibility, and self-reflection. The creatures in the books share their great wisdom to inspire young people. About Emmanuel Emanuel Rose was born and raised on the West Coast of the United States. He has spent over three decades earning a reputation...

In this episode Nadine Rajeh shares her passion for mentoring teens. She offers great tips to help parents of high-performing teens meet unique challenges. About Nadine (in her words) I am immensely proud of the mentoring work I do with high-performing teens. My approach is founded on a heart-centred and non-judgmental guidance that is custom-tailored to embrace each teen's uniqueness. Located...

Patricia is a renowned international Feng Shui expert with a passion for empowering families to create harmonious and successful environments for their children. Did you know practicing Feng Shui can: Create an environment that promotes better sleep, improved focus, concentration, and success in exams. Bring harmony into your home. Improve the overall atmosphere of the household and foster positiv...

A score of 1530+ on the SAT, guaranteed?! Harvey has unlocked the formula to pass the SAT and give your child access to a stellar post-secondary education. Sound too good to be true? Listen up! About Harvey Harvey Wizard is not your average septuagenarian; he's a force of nature, a maverick whose life reads like a manifesto for the audacious. At 65, he's thrown his hat in the ring as a U.S...

Has your vision of parenting calm been just a blurry fantasy? Melissa helps you design the life of your dreams and bring back your joy. Listen up! She shares great tips that will help you on that journey. About Melissa Melissa is a Certified Christian Mindset Coach at Mom Life by Design. Her superpower is helping moms stop being victims to the frustrations of life and instead take control to creat...

Are you searching for effective techniques to find inner calm and relieve stress? Look no further! Join us in this enlightening episode as we explore the world of tapping with the exceptional Murielle Fellous. Murielle Fellous, a renowned expert in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), guides us on a journey to discover the incredible power of tapping. EFT, often referred to as "tapping,"...

Join us for an insightful and heartwarming conversation as we delve into the profound and transformative power of love. In this special episode, we sit down with the renowned philosopher and author, Paul Zolman, to explore "The Role of Love" in our lives. Paul Zolman, known for his deep wisdom and unique perspective on love, shares his profound insights and personal experiences on how it...

In this enlightening episode of our podcast, we sit down with renowned lactation specialist, Amy Tanzillo, to delve into the common and often unspoken challenges of breastfeeding. Amy brings her extensive knowledge and compassionate approach to discuss issues that often accompany breastfeeding. She also provides practical advice tips for breastfeeding mothers and strategies for balancing breastfee...

Board Certified Behavior Analyst discusses the importance of teaching individuals with special needs about their bodies and how to have sex safely. If they choose to. About Tahra Tahra Cessna is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and has been working in the field for over 20 years.  Tahra currently serves as the VP of Development for Bierman Autism Centers and is the founder of the Treasure Coast...

Join us in this powerful episode where high school senior, John Kimble shares his journey from being addicted, arrested, and committed to becoming a sought-after coach. He gives a glimpse into his parents' feelings and struggles to the transformation of their relationships. About John Kimble (in his words) I have some stories to tell. Been through handcuffs, psych wards, suicide attempts, etc....

In this episode, Robyn Mckeefrey, Author of the book Mommy Went to the Hospital to Bring Home a New Baby talks about preparing children for their siblings. She shares valuable tips to help prepare your child for the big event! About Robyn Robyn Mckeefrey is a registered nurse with much experience in maternal-child healthcare. She draws on her professional, and educational experience to assist expa...