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Understanding Regression Through a Functional Medicine Lens Many parents begin searching for answers after noticing a change or regression in their child — sometimes sudden, sometimes gradual. Often, there isn’t a single clear explanation. Just a quiet sense that something shifted, and that the answers they’re being given don’t fully explain what they’re seeing. That READ MORE

Parents often feel like they’re trying to make sense of symptoms without enough information. Behavior changes, irritability, sleep struggles, digestive challenges, and sensory overwhelm can feel random or disconnected. You may sense that something deeper is going on, but without clarity, it’s hard to know where to start or how to help. Functional labs such READ MORE

I think we can all agree as parents — especially those of us with more sensitive children — that any change in routine can feel overwhelming. Most of you, if you’ve found this blog, are likely searching for answers. You want to help your child heal, but you’re not entirely sure where to start. Maybe READ MORE

Parents often recognize when their child’s symptoms are connected to something beneath the surface—especially when it comes to digestion, picky eating, or changes in behavior after consuming certain foods. In functional medicine, these clues are never ignored. The gut plays a central role in how the brain functions, how inflammation is regulated, and how a READ MORE

As a parent, you’ve probably asked yourself: Why doesn’t my child say what they mean? Or why can they understand something, but not reliably do it?These are often the questions that lead to the concept of apraxia—a challenge of motor planning and speech coordination rather than a lack of understanding. Two of my favorite educators READ MORE

(Why this therapy may help — and why it’s only one part of the whole picture) Why Folate Matters for the Brain Folate—also known as vitamin B9—is essential for brain development, neurotransmitter production, and detoxification. It supports processes like methylation and DNA repair that help the brain grow and function well. But in some children READ MORE

How to arrive with clarity, confidence, and visit-ready data If you’ve decided to explore functional medicine for autism, you’ve likely done a lot of research—and felt both hopeful and overwhelmed. The first appointment is a big step, and with thoughtful preparation, you can make it far more productive—and even save money by showing up with READ MORE

If you’ve landed here, you’re probably one of the many parents up late, wondering if there’s one more stone to turn to ease your child’s physical or behavioral symptoms. I’m really glad you found me. I believe the saying, “When the student is ready, the teacher appears.” My hope is that this is the start READ MORE