How Auditory Processing Shapes Kids’ Language Development? | A Parent's Guide to Child Development

How Primitive Reflexes Shape Newborns' Coordination & Cognition Skills| A Parent's Guide to Child Development

In this episode, Emily Roper discusses key primitive reflexes like Moro, spinal Galant, ATNR, STNR, and palmar grasp. These essential systems, beyond newborn reflexes, influence motor development, coordination, vision, feeding, and stress regulation. She highlights milestones such as crawling and crossing the midline, crucial for brain communication, visual tracking, balance, and skills like reading and writing. Feeding reflexes such as rooting, sucking, and hand-mouth coordination (Babkin reflex) relate to speech, oral-motor control, and self-regulation. Roper explains how retained reflexes impact behavior, learning, sensory processing, and emotional regulation.Time Stamps:01:44 What are primitive reflexes and their purpose in newborns?03:17 How many types of infant reflexes & their role in cognitive and physical development?08:44 What is the Moro reflex & why does it play an important role in infant breathing?10:34 How the retained startle reflex may affect anxiety, attention, sensory sensitivity & emotional regulation?11:42 What is a moral reflex and its impacts on 14:18 What are the emotional effects of a retained fear paralysis reflex19:25 How do reflexes like the Asymmetric Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR), Symmetric Tonic Neck Reflex (STNR), Spinal Galant Reflex and Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex (TLR) support motor skills & coordination?23:12 What is the Spinal Galant reflex?24:36 Bedwetting causes & why reflexes may play a role in a few cases?27:57 Why crawling matters for the coordination 31:08 How feeding reflexes support sucking, swallowing, airway development, jaw strength & speech development?33:06 What is bapkin reflex?37:46 How steeping and plantar reflexes help in the coordination of advanced motor skills?40:06 What is the palmar reflex 45:49 What factors can delay primitive reflex integration in infants?Contact Emily Roperinstagram.com/earlyrootsfacebook.com/earlyrootsAbout Emily RoperEmily Roper is a Neurodevelopmental Delay Therapist, the founder of Early Roots, and a certified midwife’s assistant. Roper supports children with developmental delays. She has over a decade of experience with neurodivergent children and has attended more than 600 births. Through her work and podcast, she teaches how early experiences shape cognitive and nervous system development.About Annamarie von Firley:After 20 years of owning and running her own fashion house, reVamp, Annamarie von Firley returned to her toy design roots. With a BA in Wooden Toy Design and Construction and a BFA in Furniture Design, she took her knowledge of child development and expertise in play to found Adventuretown Toy Emporium in 2016. About Fledglings' Flight:At Fledglings Flight, we understand that every child is unique and deserves the best opportunities for growth and learning. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of play-based exercises specifically designed for children from birth to 3 years of age. These exercises are carefully curated to stimulate their cognitive, motor, and social-emotional development.With our user-friendly app, parents and caregivers have access to a library of engaging exercises that change monthly. You can customize your daily routine by selecting exercises that align with your child's developmental needs. As a Basic Member, you can track your child's milestones and receive insights into their progress. For even more personalized guidance, our Premium Members gain access to a developmental profile.Follow us:Fledglings’ Flight: https://www.FledglingsFlight.comApp: https://app.FledglingsFlight.comInstagram://fledglingsflight TikTok://fledglings.flight Facebook://fledglingsflight LinkedIn://fledglings-flight Pinterest://fledglingsflight Music: Purple Planet Music

Why dads also struggle with postpartum depression?| A Parent's Guide to Child Development

In this episode, Lynn Ingram McFarland discusses how postpartum affects men, including symptoms such as emotional isolation, irritability, mental disengagement, mood swings, and substance use, all of which can be signs of postpartum depression in fathers. McFarland emphasizes the importance of supporting both parents, how families can recognize when someone may need help, and why parents should consider screening if they have any previous mental health diagnoses. If you or someone you know may be suffering from postpartum depression or PMADs, help is a phone call away.Postpartum Support International Helpline: 1-800-944-4773www.postpartum.net Time Stamps:00:08 What does the data say about men having postpartum depression?00:31 Signs of postpartum depression in men?Contact:Email: ingramscreeningpmads@gmail.comText: 503-888-6489Website: https://ingramscreening.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnmcfarland/Follow us:Fledglings’ Flight: www.FledglingsFlight.comApp: app.FledglingsFlight.comInstagram: / fledglingsflight TikTok: / fledglings.flight Facebook: / fledglingsflight LinkedIn: / fledglings-flight Pinterest: / fledglingsflight Music: Purple Planet Music

The truth about healthcare & maternal mortality rate | A Parent's Guide to Child Development

In this episode, Susan Barrett Finnazo emphasized the importance of doulas and the challenges faced during labor and recovery, as well as the maternal health crisis in the U.S., including treatment gaps for women of color and postpartum care deficits. Time Stamps: 00:05 Why Doula support is important 00:11 Why women of color have a high maternal mortality rate? 00:31 Harsh reality about the maternal mortality rate in the United States? Contact Susan Barrett Finnazo Susan @mybabylady.com or simplysusan411@gmail.com Http://www.mybabylady.com https://www.facebook.com/mybabyladyinc/ @mybabylady407-973-4620 Coupon for Listeners: $250 off virtual doula support package, mention coupon code "Fledgling250.” Follow us: Fledglings’ Flight: https://www.FledglingsFlight.com App: https://app.FledglingsFlight.com Instagram:// fledglingsflight TikTok://fledglings.flight Facebook:// fledglingsflight LinkedIn:// fledglings-flight Pinterest://fledglingsflight Music: Purple Planet Music

How Auditory Processing Shapes Kids’ Language Development? | A Parent's Guide to Child Development

In this episode, Lois Heyman explains how auditory processing develops and how it affects language, learning and brain development in kids. Heyman discusses early signs of auditory processing disorder (APD), how it differs from hearing loss and ADHD, and the milestones parents should watch for in early childhood. The episode also covers how parents can help their kids with auditory processing challenges and explains how play, reading, singing, and everyday interactions build language skills, how screens and background noise can affect development, and why early intervention is key. Time Stamps 01:18 What is the auditory process & how does it differ from hearing 02:35 Why is the auditory process important in language development in kids? 04:05 How does the brain process sounds & the language in a toddler 13:41 How does APD typically present in toddlers versus school-age children 18:58 APD versus hearing loss 19:50 How ADHD and auditory processing differ 21:52 How background noise impacts a child with APD 25:16 Why early intervention matters in shaping long-term language skills 31:07 Why reading is important and how it aids auditory development 37:34 steps to consider if your child has an auditory processing problem 42:15 How can parents support a child with auditory processing challenges 45:23 Why screens & constant background media affect children's developing auditory systems 48:05 Misconceptions about language development & listening About Lois Kam Heyman Lois Kam Heyman, M.A., CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist with more than 30 years of experience working with children who face listening, hearing, language, and learning challenges. She is recognized as a leading authority on Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) and has educated parents, educators, and therapists through workshops and conferences nationwide. Lois is a lifetime member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds state certifications in New York and California. Contact Lois Kam Heyman www.listenlovelearn.comLois@listenlovelearn.vomInstagram @listen_love_learnUse Code: PLAYfor 10% off orders over $10 on the website, listenlovelearn.com About Annamarie von Firley: After 20 years of owning and running her own fashion house, reVamp, Annamarie von Firley returned to her toy design roots. With a BA in Wooden Toy Design and Construction and a BFA in Furniture Design, she took her knowledge of child development and expertise in play to found Adventuretown Toy Emporium in 2016. About Fledglings' Flight: At Fledglings Flight, we understand that every child is unique and deserves the best opportunities for growth and learning. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of play-based exercises specifically designed for children from birth to 3 years of age. These exercises are carefully curated to stimulate their cognitive, motor, and social-emotional development. With our user-friendly app, parents and caregivers have access to a library of engaging exercises that change monthly. You can customize your daily routine by selecting exercises that align with your child's developmental needs. As a Basic Member, you can track your child's milestones and receive insights into their progress. For even more personalized guidance, our Premium Members gain access to a developmental profile. Follow us: Fledglings’ Flight: https://www.FledglingsFlight.com App: https://app.FledglingsFlight.com Instagram: https:/ fledglingsflight TikTok: https://fledglings.flight Facebook:https:// fledglingsflight LinkedIn: https:// fledglings-flight Pinterest: https://fledglingsflight Music: Purple Planet Music

How does screen time hinder children's play development | A Parent's Guide to Child Development

In this episode, Dr. Celina Moore explains that the first two years of a toddler’s life are critical for brain development. Passive screen time can hinder the development of observation, parallel, and interactive play, as well as speech, behavioral, and social development. Experts say excessive screen time in early childhood can have lasting effects and explain how parents can foster balanced technology habits for young children. She discusses the role of passive vs. interactive screen use and explains why face-to-face interaction remains one of the most important parts of healthy child development.Time stamps 00:11 What does research say about the effects of screen time on toddler’s development?“00:43 What is the difference between passive and interactive screen time and can it replace real- world experiences for kids?01:02 Why do parents need to regulate screen use?01:40 Why are zero hours of screen time needed for kids under two?Contact Dr. Celina Moore https://moorehealthykids.com/ https://www.instagram.com/moorehealthykidsFollow us: Fledglings’ Flight: https://www.FledglingsFlight.com/ App: https://app.FledglingsFlight.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fledglingsflight/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@Fledglings.Flight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FledglingsFlight/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fledglings-flight/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/fledglingsflight/ Music: Purple Planet Music