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The Brain Development Podcast

Lara Barnes
Autism
Gut Health
Neurodiversity
Primitive Reflexes
ADHD
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Nutrition
Neurodevelopment
Yeast Overgrowth
Brain Development
Child Development
Diet
Immune System
Functional Neurology
Mental Health
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Dyslexia
Melillo Method
Neurofeedback
Traumatic Brain Injury

The Brain Development Podcast provides parents with a pathway to healing the behavioural and learning symptoms of their Autistic, Dyslexic, ADHD, OCD, Asperger's, Dyspraxic, and Dysgraphic child. This podcast covers topics like building the foundation of the brain, correcting the behavioural and learning issues you see in your child with a neurodiverse child. We shared parent success stories, ex... more

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Latest Episodes

Ever feel like you’re doing all the right therapies, yet your child remains stuck in a persistent state of fight-or-flight? In this eye-opening episode, host Lara sits down with Dr Cedrick Noel, a seasoned clinician with over 25 years of experience i... more

Ever feel like traditional approaches are only addressing your child's surface-level symptoms without ever fixing the root cause?

This episode features Dr MaryAnne Shiozawa, a paediatric and pregnancy chiropractor trained in functional neurology and... more

Ever feel like traditional therapies are only scratching the surface of your child's developmental challenges? In this enlightening conversation, host Lara sits down with Dr Renee O'Conor, a family chiropractor and functional neurology practitioner, ... more

Every week I meet parents who walk into my clinic feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and unsure where to turn next. Today, I wanted to step back and let you hear directly from them. These are real mums and dads sharing what life was like before they bega... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. MaryAnne Shiozawa
Pediatric chiropractor; specializes in pediatric neurology and salutogenesis
Shiozawa Wellness
Episode: Building Healthy Brains Starts Earlier Than You Think | Dr MaryAnne Shiozawa
Dr. Renee O'Conor
Family chiropractor, functional neurology practitioner
Brainsync Program / True Potential Chiropractic
Episode: Primitive Reflexes and Brain Development: Understanding the Root Cause of Childhood Challenges with Dr Renee O'Conor
Cliff Kilominster
Father, podcast host of Parenting Autism and ADHD
Independent podcaster
Episode: From ADHD Chaos to Calm: A Dad Shares His Daughter’s Transformation” with Cliff Kilmister
Charlotte Marsh
Founder of Benefits of Better Breathing; breath coach focused on children
Benefits of Better Breathing
Episode: Is Your Child Breathing Properly? What You Can Do About it” with Breathing Specialists Charlotte Marsh and Dr Louise
Dr. Louise Oliver
GP by training, therapeutic life coach; focuses on breathing and nervous system health
Independent practitioner
Episode: Is Your Child Breathing Properly? What You Can Do About it” with Breathing Specialists Charlotte Marsh and Dr Louise
Tara Parry
Courageous mom who pursued reflex integration, diet changes, neurofeedback, and photobiomodulation for her son
Episode: There Is Something You Can Do: How One Mum Changed Her Son’s Future” with Tara Parry
Beth Lambert
Author and educator; founder and executive director of Documenting Hope
Documenting Hope
Episode: Documenting Hope: Can Neurodevelopmental Conditions Be Reversed?
Jennifer Novak
Seasoned kinesiologist with over two decades of experience in movement, neurology, and photobiomodulation
Symmetry Performance
Episode: Combining Developmental Neurology with Functional Movement: How Chronic Injury is Rebuilt into Strength & Resilience with Jennifer Novak
Taiba Bajar
Founder of Autism Brain Empowerment; TEDx speaker; author of Unlock Autism
Autism Brain Empowerment
Episode: Unlocking Autism: From Regression to Transformation with Taiba Bajar

Host

Lara
Host of the show, often steering conversations with clinicians, researchers, and parents.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Incredibly inspiring - exciting listen

    I’ve known Lara for some time now, and her determination to never take “no” for an answer—and to challenge the idea of simply accepting “this is the norm now”—is truly inspirational. Lara’s passion and insight to make the future brighter for children, who for whatever reason haven’t travelled that perfect chronological pathway is inspiring for all.

    Listening to these podcasts has reignited that spark and encouraged me to revisit how I can make small but meaningful changes to better support my ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LouBLou75
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Exceptional - Listen Now

    I feel very privileged to be working with Lara right now as I listen to these podcasts. Thank you for tenacity and not taking no for an answer. My husband and I didn't feel comfortable with the diagnosis we were getting for our son and thankfully my own personal experience meant that Lara and I had met many years ago at the start of her journey. Fast forward to today and from our first meeting and treatment with our son we noticed results, small changes that have a fundamental shift. My goodness... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mo07e
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great

    Looks great will add to my list

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grant Gamble
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Hope

    Brilliant podcast ! Thank you for sharing all your knowledge and giving us hope

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AK🍀🙋‍♀️
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Outstanding

    Lara’s personal experience is empowering to parents and children who experience learning, behavioural and neurodiverse conditions. Keep up your great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bettiebs
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Guest diversity is appreciated, spanning clinicians, nutritionists, and educators.
Praises the host for clear, compassionate guidance for parents.
Community feel and hopeful tone are frequently cited as strengths.
Listeners value practical, research-informed strategies that can be implemented at home.

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#80
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#88
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#153
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Building Healthy Brains Starts Earlier Than You Think | Dr MaryAnne Shiozawa
Q: How do you assess a child to understand their nervous system function and determine the right approach for care?
She tests balance and reflexes, observes eye tracking and hearing responses, and evaluates range of motion and movement quality to map how the brain is processing input and where adjustments can help.
Building Healthy Brains Starts Earlier Than You Think | Dr MaryAnne Shiozawa
Q: What inspired you to focus on children in your practice, and how did your early experiences shape your career?
Her upbringing around children, plus a pivotal experience as a babysitter, showed her the importance of healthy nervous system function and sparked a commitment to helping kids through chiropractic care.
Could a Strep Infection Be Behind Your Child's Sudden Behaviour Change?
Q: What are the main triggers and how do you approach diagnosis for PANS/PANDAS?
Triggers include streptococcal infections and other infections; diagnosis relies on markers like ASO and DNAs, clinical onset patterns, and sometimes comprehensive panels to identify infections and immune activity; NHS recognition is growing, guiding more formal evaluation.
Documenting Hope: Can Neurodevelopmental Conditions Be Reversed?
Q: What does healing actually mean in the context of neurodevelopmental conditions?
Healing is about returning the body to its natural state of homeostasis by identifying and removing root causes, rather than simply suppressing symptoms; it's a cumulative process that includes addressing environmental stressors, infections, and inflammation to allow the brain to rewire and develop more typical trajectories.
How to Transition Your Neurodiverse Child to a Low-Inflammatory Diet With Vicky Finlayson
Q: What should families know about almond-based products and buckwheat when transitioning to a low-inflammatory diet?
Buckwheat is high in histamine and oxalates and should be considered a potential trigger for some children; buckwheat removal can improve sleep and reduce meltdowns. Almond products, especially almond flour and almond milk bought from shops, can contribute to oxalate load and copper-related metabolic issues, so switching to coconut-based products or homemade versions with careful ingredient control is advised.

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What is The Brain Development Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical brain development strategies for neurodiverse children, with emphasis on rooted, science-backed approaches to behavior, learning, and overall development. Episodes frequently explore gut-brain connections, nutrition and supplements, primitive reflexes, sensory processing, sleep, and modalities like photobiomodulation, movement therapies, and home-implemented routines. Hosts and guests share real-world families' journeys, step-by-step dietary and lifestyle changes, and actionable tools for parents and educators to support children with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and related conditions. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on root-cause frameworks, integrative interventions, and the lived experiences of families navi... more

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1. Dr. MaryAnne Shiozawa
2. Dr. Renee O'Conor
3. Cliff Kilominster
4. Charlotte Marsh
5. Dr. Louise Oliver
6. Tara Parry
7. Beth Lambert
8. Jennifer Novak

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