In this episode of 'Finding Hope on the Spectrum,' Brooke interviews Amanda Crowell, an RN, BSN, and mother of special needs children, about her journey from traditional nursing to advocating for integrative and biomedical approaches to autism. Amanda shares her personal story of her children's health challenges and developmental regressions, which she ties to their 12-month vaccinations. She describes how her quest for answers led her to holistic and integrative treatments that significantly improved her children's conditions. Amanda also discusses the importance of diet, reducing toxins, sleep, and gut health. Additionally, she emphasizes the significance of working with MAPS (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs) doctors and highlights current research findings linking vaccines to increased risks of neurodevelopmental disorders. The episode aims to inspire and educate parents and professionals about alternative healing paths for children with autism.
00:00 A Mother's Struggle: Searching for Answers
01:39 Introduction to Finding Hope on the Spectrum
02:26 Meet Amanda Crowell: A Journey from Nurse to Special Needs Mom
03:56 Blending Conventional Nursing with MAPS Approaches
05:25 Amanda's Personal Health Journey and Her Children's Struggles
09:39 The Turning Point: A Devastating Illness
14:05 Discovering MAPS and the Path to Healing
23:09 Understanding Cerebral Folate Deficiency
26:22 Defining Biomedical Treatments for Autism
28:23 Integrating Holistic Approaches with Nursing
31:12 Foundational Steps for Families: Diet, Toxins, and Sleep
35:29 Understanding Histamine and Its Effects on Children
36:28 The Importance of Sleep for Brain Detoxification
37:34 Exploring PANS and PANDAS
39:41 Leaky Gut and Its Implications
41:03 The Role of Leucovorin in Treating Cerebral Folate Deficiency
47:27 Challenges in Holistic and Functional Medicine
51:11 Vaccine Controversies and Personal Experiences
01:00:45 Resources and Final Thoughts
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