What's a family contract? Do we really need one?  The what's and hows... in this episode.  BEFORE you listen go to www.braininflamedpodcast.com SUBSCRIBE- we'll send you the template described in this episode as a big thank you ..read more

CME Conference on post infectious October 5th: 2019 Autoimmune Encephalitis Post Streptococcal Evaluation & Treatment; A Way Forward  https://medstar.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?P=5&EID=5801   Dr. Latimer: M. Elizabeth Latimer, MD received her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston Massachusetts. She completed her residencies in Pediatrics and Neurology at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC, with special certification in Child Neurology. She served as chief of the Child Neurology Division at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC for f ..read more

In this episode I share our story, "our" as in my personal story and journey with my daughter through AE. The interview was conducted by WCNC's Savannah Levins and originally published on her podcast "Unbroken" - you can find her podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. I highly recommend it... many inspiring stories ..read more

The term Integrative medicine gets used a lot these days, but what is it? In this episode I interview Dr. Ana-Maria Temple- traditional pediatrician turned Integrative...why? You'll have to listen.  She shares top ways we can help ALL children live their most healthy lives, even if we don't have access to an Integrative Pediatrician.    Dr. Temple's Practice: https://www.integrativehealthcarolinas.com/ More information on EMF's https://ultimatehealthpodcast.com/nicolas-pineault-emfs/ I highly recommend this book: https://www.amazon.com/Non-Tinfoil-Guide-EMFs-Stupid-Technology-ebook/dp/B078KKQW ..read more

In this episode: practical advice for parents and caregivers who want to help their kids talk to peers about their "Difference."   This applies to really... any difference.    A link to the conference mentioned it the episode  http://encephalitisconference.pandasnetwork.org/?fbclid=IwAR0KmUmmzHaO2WOEl8CA1XXh2r0Hn0pkNhDKR-MRg5kuxOs5tB4eMhKKPR8 ..read more

"Boundaries and Caregiving"  The two can co-exist- in this episode I discuss why boundaries are important, dispel a few myths, and talk specifically about how "boundaries" can look a little different when your child is struggling.    In this episode I quote from the book "Boundaries" by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend ..read more

"School Refusal" the misnomer assigned to the manifestation of post infections brain inflammation (PANDAS, PANS, AE).  What it is, and is not.  When do you push a for school attendance and when do you put healing first.  MENTIONED in this episode: Rogers Behavioral Health: https://rogersbh.org/locations/oconomowoc?utm_source=local&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb SUWS of the Carolinas: https://www.suwscarolinas.com/ TRAILS: https://trailscarolina.com ..read more

In this episode I discuss the when's who's and how's around discussing your child in the educational setting.    Mentioned in this episode: The Holiday Docket- by The Lazy Genius www.store.thelazygeniuscollective.com  $22 until September 5th.    "Everything You Need to Know about IEP's" https://braininflamed.podbean.com/e/everything-you-need-to-know-about-ieps/   PANDAS and PANS in the School Settings- A Handbook for Educators available on Amazon ..read more

In this episode I discuss how to make the holidays a little happier:When you have a sick child the holidays just aren't the same- they are met with anxiety and honestly in many cases deep sadness over the way things should or "used" to be.  I break the holidays down into three areas that cover: Developing a mindset  Setting boundaries managing social media  Establishing priorities Creating a plan with your family  Reflecting an evaluating    Resources I reference in this episode: Boundaries- by. Henry Could and John Townsend  The Lazy Genius Podcast: The Lazy Genius Podcast ..read more

In this episode I discuss tips on how to prepare for and have a productive conversation with your child's doctor.  Seeing your first patient with PANDAS: https://www.pandasppn.org/seeingyourfirstchild/   National Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/research/research-conducted-at-nimh/research-areas/clinics-and-labs/sbp/information-about-pans-pandas.shtml ..read more