Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

A Personal Update from Dana Kay: Why I’m Pressing Pause After 225+ Episodes

After more than four years and more than 225 episodes, Dana Kay is pressing pause on The Soaring Child Podcast - but she is clear that this is not goodbye forever. In thi

229: How Can I Help My ADHD Child When I Have ADHD Too?

Your child doesn't need a perfectly regulated parent. They need a parent who knows how to reconnect after things go wrong. For parents who begin recognizing their own ADH

228: Why Don’t ADHD Kids Listen? with Luba Patlakh

When a child repeatedly fails to follow instructions, gives one-word answers, or has an intense reaction to a small request, it may look like defiance. But the real chall

227: How Can I Help My ADHD Child with Homework & Executive Function Skills? With Ann Dolin

Tune in as we continue our Summer Series with another fan favorite episode! In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay sits down with Ann Dolin, an awar

226: How Do I Regulate My ADHD Child’s Nervous System? With Dr. Tony Ebel

Have you ever wondered why your child struggles with meltdowns, impulsivity, anxiety, or digestion issues? The answer might not be behavioral—but neurological. In this ep

225: What Can I Do About Parenting Burnout? with Ashley Gobeil

Parental burnout is a common struggle among many parents of children with ADHD. In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast - a continuation of our summer series of fan

224: What Can I Do About Picky Eating In My ADHD Child? With Andrea Daigle

Is every mealtime a battle with your picky eater? You’re not alone! Picky eating is a common struggle, especially for children with ADHD.  In this episode of The Soaring

223: Could Artificial Flavors & Colors Be Affecting My Child’s ADHD

In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, we are continuing our Summer Series by sharing another fan favorite episode. Tune in to learn more about how artificial colo

222: How Does My Child’s Gut Health Affect Their Mental Health with Dr. Elisa Song

In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, we are continuing our Summer Series by sharing another fan favorite episode with special guest, Dr. Elisa Song!  “We are in

216: Stop Taking ADHD Meltdowns Personally. Do This Instead.

When a child screams, "I hate you," "You're the worst mom ever," or "I wish you weren't my parent," it can feel deeply personal. But in this episode of the Soaring Child

211: Two Tests That Change Everything for ADHD Families

Normal labs don't always mean everything is where it should be. That's the frustrating part for many parents. They go to the doctor, get some tests run, but leave with "e

202: Why ADHD Kids Don't Listen: Executive Function Explained with Cindy Goldrich

Many children with ADHD know exactly what they're supposed to do but still struggle to do it. That frustrating gap between knowing and doing is one of the most misunderst

189: 3 ADHD Podcasts Every Parent Needs to Hear

If you're trying to support your child with ADHD naturally and feel overwhelmed by where to start, this episode is for you. ADHD health practitioner Dana Kay shares the

187: Is It Normal or Is It ADHD? with Dana Kay

Is it normal…or is it ADHD? That's the question that keeps so many parents of neurodivergent kids up at night, especially when old behaviors resurface after months or y

183: The Toxic Truth About ADHD: How Hidden Heavy Metals Impact Kids with Dr. Wendy Myers

You can have the perfect ADHD diet, remove every allergen, and stack the best supplements… yet your child may still struggle if heavy metals are silently clogging their s

168: Lunchbox Solutions for ADHD Kids with Andrea Daigle

In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay welcomes back Andrea Daigle, a seasoned ADHD coach at the ADHD Thrive Institute. Together, they delve into the

149: How Emotional Intelligence and Play Transform ADHD with Leroy Slanzi

In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay delves into the transformative power of emotional intelligence and unstructured play in supporting children wi

126: What Your Child's Poop is Telling You with Dana Kay

As parents, we're always monitoring our children's habits and health, but we might not realize how much we can learn from their poop. The color, consistency, and frequenc

116: Grounding Techniques for ADHD Kids with Lauren Connolly

Description: Grounding: could it be the missing piece in your child's ADHD management? Find out in this episode of the Soaring Child podcast with guest Lauren Connolly.

110: One Family's Experience with Functional Lab Testing for ADHD with Marisa Faassen

Have you ever wondered if there was more you could do to understand and manage your child's ADHD symptoms?  One family's journey with functional lab testing might just