Holistic Health for Happy Kids
Welcome to Holistic Health for Happy Kids, the podcast for parents dedicated to raising resilient, healthy children naturally. Join us as we explore practical, holistic approaches to common childhood health concerns—from strengthening immunity and easing fussy eating to managing allergies, skin issues, and more. Each episode dives into naturopathic insights, nutrition tips, and effective lifestyle changes designed to support kids’ well-being from the inside out. Empower yourself with expert advice, real-life stories, and actionable steps to nurture happier, healthier kids.
Holistic Health for Happy Kids
Episode 12: Hidden Disabilities, Real Challenges: A Mother’s Perspective
In this episode, I’m joined by online nutritionist and life coach Sonya Reynolds. With over 16 years of experience and a personal connection to her work, Sonya shares her journey of navigating life after her child’s epilepsy and intellectual disability diagnoses. We talk about the emotional weight of receiving medical news and the strength it takes to advocate for your child, and Sonya opens up about the realities of parenting a child with an invisible disability.
In this episode, we explore:
- Sonya’s journey that led her to specialise in natural epilepsy management
- Parenting a child with a disability
- Advocating for our children’s health
- Processing the rollercoaster of emotions when you receive medical news
- What Sonya’s everyday family life looks like
- Common misconceptions about epilepsy
- Social impacts of invisible disabilities
- Using Facebook support groups
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