The Livin'Sky Podcast
Welcome to The Livin’Sky Podcast, where whole-child wellness meets real-life parenting.
I'm Lena Livinsky, pediatric speech-language pathologist, holistic feeding specialist, and mom. I help you understand what your child's body, behavior, and development are really telling you. Because whether it shows up as picky eating, meltdowns, sleep struggles, or something that just feels "off"... your child isn't the problem. Their body is communicating.
When you learn how to listen, everything starts to shift.
Each episode goes beyond surface-level advice to look at the full picture: biology-informed feeding, nervous system regulation, gut health, oral motor development, and the small shifts at home that create real change.
This podcast is for the mom who is done with quick fixes and ready for real answers.
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The Livin'Sky Podcast
Apraxia of Speech Explained + What Most Therapies Are Missing with Dhana Cohen
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Most conversations around childhood apraxia of speech focus on one thing: speech.
But what if we’re missing the bigger picture?
In this episode, I sit down with Dhana Cohen, executive director of Apraxia Voice, to talk about a different approach, one that looks beyond speech alone and considers the whole child.
We talk about what apraxia really is, why so many families feel lost after a diagnosis, and how factors like nervous system regulation, nutrition, movement, and overall health may play a role in supporting better outcomes.
This conversation is especially important for parents who feel like they’ve been told to “just do more therapy” without being given a bigger plan.
We also dive into:
- What childhood apraxia of speech actually means in simple terms
- Why early diagnosis and awareness still need improvement
- The gap between traditional therapy and whole-child support
- How nutrition, gut health, and environment may impact development
- The role of connection, regulation, and daily habits
- A new functional health program designed to support families in a more accessible way
If you’ve ever felt like there has to be more you can do to support your child, this episode will give you a new lens to look through.
Connect with Dhana & Apraxia Voice:
- Website: https://apraxiavoice.org
- Email: info@apraxiavoice.org
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Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making significant dietary changes.