121: Back to School Tips for Parents of Kids with ADHD with Andrea Daigle
Description:
The back to school season can actually be the perfect opportunity to implement some powerful lifestyle changes to support children with ADHD. In this episode of the Soaring Child podcast, join Dana Kay and Andrea Daigle as they discuss back to school tips you can implement today to set your child up for back to school success.
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Key Takeaways:
[3:38] Why many families find that back to school is a great time to begin implementing natural strategies to reduce ADHD symptoms
[6:03] Tips to set your child up for success at school
[9:42] School lunch box ideas
[12:11] Better-for-you treat ideas
[14:22] Breakfast ideas to set our kids up for success
[18:31] How to handle class parties
[20:44] What to do if your child struggles with focus
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Memorable Moments:
\u201dWe want you to take it slow. Make gradual changes, one baby step at a time. That way, you can really implement the change really well and it\u2019s not overwhelming on the kids or the family.\u201d
\u201dThe start of a new school year brings on that fresh routine, along with a new schedule and that definitely makes it easier to establish those new eating habits.\u201d
\u201dYour best bet is to pack your own lunch and pack those snacks that are gluten and dairy free. That way you know your child has those safe options.\u201d
\u201dYou really want to communicate with the staff ahead of time\u2026Take that time to really discuss your family\u2019s dietary needs with the teachers, the school administration, anybody in the cafeteria, whoever needs to hear it\u2026The more you communicate openly about what you\u2019re doing, the easier it will be.\u201d
\u201dWe need to be patient and flexible. It\u2019s not going to be perfect.\u201d
\u201dLunch doesn\u2019t always have to be a sandwich.\u201d
\u201dWe definitely want a breakfast that is nutrient-dense.\u201d
\u201dEverything you are doing - implementing a low inflammatory lifestyle - is going to help with those focus issues.\u201d
\u201dI\u2019ve never met anybody who doesn\u2019t feel better when they eat better.\u201d
\u201dWe have to choose our hard. Is it harder to deal with our children struggling\u2026or is it harder to make a few lifestyle changes that eventually will become your norm?
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