Pathways to Family Wellness

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss the Pathways article "Don't Leash the Puppy" by Peter Gray, Ph. D. The article in its entirety can be found here: http://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/Parenting/dont-leash-the-puppy.html Issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org

In this episode Lauren McClain and Dr. Brendan Riordan will discuss the Pathways article "Sinking into Truth, Resting in the Body" by Vince Gowmon. The article in its entirety can be found here: http://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/Wellness-Lifestyle/sinking-into-truth-resting-in-the-body.html Issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org

In this episode Dr. Brendan Riordan and Lauren McClain will discuss the Pathways article "Conscious Parenting in an Unconscious Culture" by Beth Berry. The article in its entirety can be found here: http://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/Parenting/conscious-parenting-in-an-unconscious-culture.html Issues of the magazine can be ordered here: https://store.pathwaystofamilywellness.org  

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Pam Jarboe about how to build emotional courage.  Dr. Pam Jarboe practices chiropractic in Acton MA. Her career blossomed when she worked as an assistant for a chiropractor in 1986.  She soon traveled into Hale House in Harlem, NY with her chiropractor.  He began adjusting children who were drug addicted. Some of these poor children, born with AIDS, were...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Drew Rubin about the connection the brain plays in certain issues such as Autism, PANDAS, Lyme, and more. Drew Rubin, B.S., D.C., CCSP, DACCP, is a chiropractor, adjunct faculty at Life University College of Chiropractic, and an author, researcher, and speaker. He has been in private practice since 1989 and specializes in pediatrics, special needs, pregna...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Pamela Stone about the importance of chiropractic during pregnancy. Dr. Pamela Stone owns a family wellness salutogenic-based chiropractic practice in Kennesaw, GA and has been certified in the Webster Technique since 1999. She has been an avid ICPA member since she was a student at Life University (March 2000 graduate), and has her Diplomate in pediatric...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Stephen Marini about natural immunity and the importance of staying grounded during uncertain circumstances. Stephen Marini, PhD, DC , is a chiropractor and international lecturer, and serves on the boards of the ICPA, HPA and Intergrative Health Policy Consortium (IHPC). Dr. Marini was educated in basic science and medicine at Hahnemann Medical College i...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Nima Rahmany about healing inter-generational trauma in the family dynamic. Dr. Nima Rahmany, DC, CCWP is both a Chiropractor and an educator, specializing in helping individuals and professionals get to the ROOT CAUSE of their physical and emotional challenges, from stressed, depressed, and anxious to living Powerfully Aligned and on Purpose. After build...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Rebecca Schrag Herschberg, PhD about the concept that it take two to tantrum and we'll also be going over her new book, The Tantrum Survival Guide. Rebecca Schrag Hershberg, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and founder of Little House Calls Psychological Services, which specializes in helping kids and parents confronting a range of common early childhood chall...

On this episode we'll be speaking with Dr Wendy Anne McCarty, a pioneer in the leading-edge field of prenatal and perinatal psychology and the expanded multidimensional understandings of babies. In this fascinating interview Dr. McCarty shares her own journey of evolution from a Newtonian trained delivery nurse, childbirth educator, parent-infant specialist and family psychotherapist through her s...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Susan Pollak about Self-Compassion for Parents. Dr. Susan Pollak is a psychologist in private practice in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and the mother of two grown children. She is the author of the new book, "Self-Compassion for Parents: Nurture Your Child by Caring for Yourself." She is a longtime student of meditation and yoga who has been integrating the...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Jackie Kelleher about obstacles families experience to breastfeeding and how to overcome those obstacles.  Jackie Kelleher has supported families as a community leader, birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, and lactation professional for over 20 years. She is the author of "Nurturing the Family," the second edition of which is now available. She dr...

Today we'll be speaking with Dr. Jay Komarek about what he's learned through over 40 years of working with and adjusting animals. Dr. Jay Komarek is a chiropractor who has been adjusting animals since 1977. He has worked with veterinarians around the country providing care for equine, canine and feline clients. He has provided care for thousands of animals and has been featured on the "Today Show"...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Liz Anderson-Peacock about the 3 main reasons parents take their kids to chiropractors.  Liz Anderson-Peacock is a fellow of the ICA, received Chiropractor of the Year Award from Canadian Chiropractic magazine in 1998. The Ontario Chiropractic Association gave her the "Heart in Hand" award in 2005. She earned her pediatric diplomate in the ICA's first gra...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Chris LoRang about what it means to build your baby from the ground up. Specifically, we'll be speaking about some of the ways we can help and not inhibit our little ones' development. Dr. Chris LoRang is a rehabilitative chiropractic physician, health lecturer, and wellness clinic director with a passion for uncovering the root cause of people's symptoms...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Dr. Kacie Flegal about the importance of pediatric chiropractic care. Specifically, we'll be speaking about why babies should be checked by a chiropractor after birth, about how a baby is adjusted, and about how often children should be checked. Dr. Kacie Flegal is a family chiropractor certified in prenatal care and pediatrics through the ICPA. Dr. Kacie has...

In this episode we will be speaking with Lindsay Mumma, DC, about How to Stop Interfering With Your Child's Development in order to maximize their growth and about the slow is fast approach to development.  Lindsay Mumma, DC, is the COO of Birthfit and runs Birthfit NC. She is also the owner of Triangle Chiropractic and Rehab, where she primarily sees prenatal and postpartum patients. She's a wife...

In this episode we'll be speaking with Midwife Nicole Pegher about important questions to ask a midwife during an interview. The list of questions can be found here: https://growingslower.com/47-questions-i-should-have-asked-my/   Nicole Cisneros Pegher is a Certified Professional Midwife  and a graduate of Birthwise Midwifery School   in Bridgton, Maine, an MEAS Institution . Nicole established ...

Today we'll be speaking with Kelly Brogan, MD about her upcoming book "Own Your Self: The Surprising Path Beyond Depression, Anxiety, and Fatigue to Reclaiming Your Authenticity, Vitality, and Freedom."   Kelly Brogan, M.D., is a holistic women's health psychiatrist, author of the New York Times best-selling book "A Mind of Your Own" and the children's book "A Time for Rain," and co-editor of the...

Today we'll be speaking with Sara Banta about nourishing your child's health. We'll hear Sara's own story into how she was able to help her children heal themselves of a variety of ailments through particular nutritional methods, as well as hear about some great ways to stay healthy in general. Sara is a Health Coach and busy mother of three who are now 12, 15 and 16 years old. She completed her u...

Today we'll be speaking with Dr. Jay Warren about fatherhood and about some of the top things for new dads to be mindful of as they transition into fatherhood.  Dr. Jay Warren has been a prenatal and pediatric chiropractor for 19 years. He is also the Wellness Care Coordinator at the CAP Wellness Center in San Diego, CA where 90% of his practice is pregnant or postpartum women and babies under one...

On this episode we will be speaking with Peter Gray, Ph. D, about self directed education as an alternative to conventional schooling. For the first part of this two part episode we'll be focusing on Peter's own journey into self-directed education as well as what it is, how it works, and evidence that it works. On the second part, we'll return and discuss the benefits of mixed age classes, how th...

On this episode we will be speaking with Peter Gray, Ph. D, about self directed education as an alternative to conventional schooling. For the first part of this two part episode we'll be focusing on Peter's own journey into self-directed education as well as what it is, how it works, and evidence that it works. On the second part, we'll return and discuss the benefits of mixed age classes, how th...

On this episode we're going to be hearing from Dr. Angie Graper about neurology, primitive reflexes and how this relates to both your health and that of your children. Dr. Angie Graper is a certified pediatric chiropractor through the ICPA. Additionally she is certified in the Webster technique and in Nutrition. She is passionate about helping people put the puzzle pieces together to achieve their...

Today we'll be speaking with Sam McCulloch about the idea of risk during pregnancy, about the importance of the midwife model of care, and about how having a quality support network can make all the difference in the birthing process. Sam McCulloch enjoys talking so much about birth that she decided to become a birth educator and doula, supporting parents in making informed choices about their bir...