Happier Childhoods
Happier Childhoods is a podcast for adults shaping childhood through movement, play, and connection.
Hosted by Carrie Speed of PlayMotion Kids, this show offers honest conversations and practical ideas for parents, teachers, childcare directors, social workers, caregivers, enrichment instructors, and child-focused professionals who want to support kids in meaningful, doable ways.
Each episode explores childhood wellbeing, child development, behavior, emotional regulation, resilience, sensory needs, trauma-informed care, play-based learning, mindfulness, movement, and the everyday science of connection.
You’ll hear conversations about what it really takes to help children feel safe, supported, and connected while also supporting the adults who care for them.
Carrie is a social worker and the founder of PlayMotion Kids, a movement, music, and mindfulness enrichment program for children. She also certifies and licenses instructors who want to bring movement, mindfulness, and whole-child learning to children in their own communities.
Because when adults are supported, equipped, and encouraged, happier childhoods become possible.
If you care about creating healthier, happier childhoods, you belong here.
www.playmotionkids.com
www.playmotionkids.com/businessowners
Happier Childhoods
Ep 13-Kids Can’t Focus for a Reason: The Biology Behind Behavior with Katie Barngrover
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In this conversation, Carrie and Katie Barngrover explore the principles of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, emphasizing the importance of understanding food sensitivities and their impact on health and behavior. Katie shares her personal health journey and experiences with her family, highlighting how dietary changes can lead to significant improvements in well-being. They discuss the importance of food sensitivity testing, navigating dietary changes, and the role of nutrition education for both parents and teachers. The conversation also addresses common myths about healthy fats and the future of nutrition for children, encouraging families to adopt healthier eating habits.
You can find Katie at https://www.angelwinghealth.com.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Functional Diagnostic Nutrition
01:44 Katie's Journey from Teaching to Nutrition
04:10 Personal Health Challenges and Discoveries
06:56 Understanding Food Sensitivities
10:39 Identifying Body Signals and Symptoms
14:31 Navigating Nutrition in a Complex World
17:52 Food Sensitivity Testing Explained
22:58 Advice for Teachers on Nutrition and Behavior
25:36 Understanding Individual Nutritional Needs
26:18 Healthy Eating Habits for Families
31:20 Debunking Myths About Healthy Fats
35:13 Teaching Kids Healthy Eating for Longevity
37:02 Hope for the Future of Kids' Nutrition
38:01 Support and Resources for Nutritional Guidance
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Want to bring movement, music, and mindfulness to parents and children in your community? Learn more at www.playmotionkids.com/businessowners
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