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The Sensational Kids ShowAllostasis and StressAs we head into the holidays Aniesa wanted to explore stress and what is referred to as allostasis. She explores the concept of the allostatic load and the impact this has on the body in both the short term and long term. Aniesa also discusses the role things like sleep and trauma can play in how we manage and cope with stress. Importantly, Aniesa talks about how we can all learn to manage our stress levels and take ownership of minimising the impact as much as possible.KEY TAKEAWAYSAllostasis is the process of trying to...
2023-12-1415 minThe Sensational Kids ShowCamouflaging: Why Neurodivergents Mask, Compensate and AssimilateAniesa explores the reasons behind camouflaging, which has three categories: compensation, masking and assimilation. Aniesa talks about what these can look like, why so many neurodivergent people feel the need to camouflage and talks about how we can demystify and educate everyone on camouflaging.KEY TAKEAWAYSMasking is essentially changing your personality and natural way of being to fit in, to be perceived as neurotypical.Camouflaging in the natural world is an evolutionary trait that has developed to help creatures protect themselves which is why it lends itself so well as a descriptor of neurodivergent masking...
2023-12-0718 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThe 8th Sense: Interoception with ArchieAniesa is joined by Archie in this episode to talk about what is frequently called the 8th sense, interoception. Interoception is associated with everything from pain sensitivity to decision making and Aniesa and Archie discuss why struggles with its regulation are associated with neurodivergence and the common challenges it often presents.KEY TAKEAWAYSYour interoception is there to show you when your body has needs such as thirst but it is also there to show you when you are angry, for example.If an individual struggles with their interoception physical body needs signals, then that will...
2023-11-3033 minThe Sensational Kids ShowSensory Processing Intro with ArchieAniesa interviews Archie about sensory processing and how it impacts kids and people with neurodiverse conditions. They explore the different senses like touch, movement, and sound, and how over or under-responsiveness to stimuli can affect learning, behaviour, and emotional regulation.KEY TAKEAWAYSThe vestibular system impacts balance and spatial orientation, located in the inner earProprioceptors provide feedback from joints and muscles, helping with body awarenessTactile input like deep pressure can calm and self-regulateSensory needs change day to day depending on factors like stress or nutritionTuning into your own sensory profile allows self-advocacySensory processing differences are very...
2023-11-2351 minThe Sensational Kids Show3 Things I Am Grateful ForWhilst Aniesa has been travelling in South America, including hiking the Inca trail and being in the Amazon jungle, she reflected on all the things she is grateful for. In this episode, she shares the top three things she is grateful for in life and talks about why connection is a pillar for regulation in all areas of life.KEY TAKEAWAYSAniesa’s Top 3 Things to be Grateful for:Running drinkable waterEvery one of her senses, her sensory systems and having her interoceptive awarenessHuman connectionHaving a shared goal can help you make a quick an...
2023-11-0914 minThe Sensational Kids ShowLiving with Vestibular Disorder: Aniesa and Mel King Speak to ElmienJoin Aniesa and Sensory Intergration Physiotherapist Mel King as they chat to Elmien about her vestibular disorder. Elmien talks about the journey to her diagnosis and her experience of living with debilitating migraines, vertigo, and balance issues for years. She provides a revealing look into the daily struggles of living with chronic vertigo and migraines, but also discusses the importance of pushing forward one step at a time.KEY TAKEAWAYSElmien has had chronic migraines and vertigo since age 10, exacerbated after recent jaw surgery. Her symptoms are disabling, affecting vision, hearing, balance, motion sickness.She has...
2023-10-2639 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThe Things We Wish We Knew As Neurodivergent Kids: with Archie GouldsboroughAniesa and Archie chat about things they wish they knew as neurodivergent kids before getting their diagnosis, such as wishing they knew it was normal to react differently to their environments, not having to justify everything, taking time to process before responding and more. They open up and share their thoughtful reflections on growing up neurodivergent and give some great advice for neurodivergent kids (and their parents!) today.KEY TAKEAWAYSI wish I knew my reactions were normal for neurodivergent people, not that something was "wrong" with me.I wish I hadn't assumed what others thought...
2023-10-1229 minThe Sensational Kids ShowWhat is Monotropism?The theory of monotropism suggests there is an autistic-specific tendency to focus attention on a small number of interests. It is a big part of modern autism theory and Archie joins Aniesa to talk in depth about what it is and what it means for those with autism including the difficulties it can present and why it can also be a strength.KEY TAKEAWAYSIn a monotropic mind, fewer interests can be aroused at one time but each interest is delved into more deeply. This can require more resources from the individual and make it hard...
2023-10-0526 minThe Sensational Kids ShowWhat is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and is it specific to ADHD?Archie joins Aniesa to discuss RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria), the extreme emotional sensitivity or pain which is triggered by the perception that they are being rejected or criticised by important people in their life. It can also come into play when they feel like they have failed to meet their own, or others, expectations. They talk about how RSD presents, what the experience feels like and whether RSD is specific to ADHD including what other conditions or issues can present in a similar way.KEY TAKEAWAYSRSD is often linked to ADHD but trauma can present...
2023-09-2832 minThe Sensational Kids ShowAlexithymia - What Is It? A Chat with Archie GouldsboroughAniesa is joined by Archie again but this time to discuss alexithymia: the inability to identify and describe emotions in oneself. They explore the spectrum of alexithymia, how it impacts interoception, and share strategies like tapping into bodily cues, surrounding yourself with understanding people, and using tools like journals and voice memos to help identify emotions. Aniesa and Archie have an insightful conversation about how this lesser-known trait manifests in neurodiverse people and provide compassionate perspectives on embracing all feelings.KEY TAKEAWAYSAlexithymia is difficulty understanding emotions in yourself, ranging from struggling to express emotions to...
2023-09-2129 minThe Sensational Kids ShowLesser Known Strengths about Neurodivergent People with Archie GouldsboroughDive into the lesser-known strengths of neurodivergence as autism mentor Archie joins Aniesa once again and shares uplifting insights on the talents and abilities people overlook in neurodivergent individuals. Learn how intense focus, honesty, pattern recognition, creativity, and acceptance can all be traits of neurodivergence. Explore how rigid thinking can also lead to flexibility, how potential weaknesses can become strengths given the right environment, and more. Their thoughtful discussion will change your perspective on the diversity of neurodivergent minds. KEY TAKEAWAYSHyper-focus on niche interests can lead to exceptional expertise and competence in any matter of s...
2023-09-1430 minThe Sensational Kids ShowMentoring With Archie GouldsboroughJoin Aniesa as she speaks to Archie Gouldsborough, a mentor who has ADHD and is awaiting and ASD diagnosis. They discuss what mentoring is, how Archie discovered it and the many benefits it can have. Archie also shares his own personal struggles and talks about why he thinks having a neurodivergent brain makes you empathetic and compassionate in a unique and powerful way.KEY TAKEAWAYSArchie is good at speaking as well as listening and this is why his mum knew he’d be great at mentoring.Asking open-ended questions and allowing the person to talk abo...
2023-09-0722 minThe Sensational Kids ShowMyths about Autism and Neurodivergence with Neurodivergent Mentor ArchieAniesa is joined by mentor Archie in this episode to debunk many of the myths and misconceptions surrounding autism. They talk about the most common ones they have heard and discuss what might be the reasons behind them.COMMON MYTHS AND MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT AUTISMAutistic people are introverted and anti-social: It’s actually difficulty with understanding social cues that might make autistic people seem this way and often autistic people need more processing time after social situations.Autism is a boy’s condition: This is not true at all, boys generally are just diagnosed more easily and...
2023-08-3129 minThe Sensational Kids ShowChat with Charlotte, Mum of Two Neurodivergent TeensAniesa met Charlotte when she brought her daughter to see her. Charlotte joins the podcast to talk about being a parent of neurodivergent children, including when she realised they had additional needs, the differences between her two children and their difficulties as well as how she and her family manage each day with two neurodivergent children.KEY TAKEAWAYS Both Charlotte's son and daughter have additional needs but present very differently. Her son will talk about anything and everything yet her daughter doesn’t externalise anything.Her daughter in particular was very good at masking in primary sch...
2023-08-1017 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThe Summer Transition Period: How to Deal with Anxiety in Times of ChangeAniesa wants to remind everyone that the summer holidays are a big transition point for so many of us and we need to recognise that. From some children starting reception to others moving up to secondary school or even to university, there is a lot of change and we need to support our children with this where we can.KEY TAKEAWAYS The summer holidays may seem like a more relaxed environment but actually, it is a huge transition period for many and with this comes anxiety.We have to be kind to ourselves and our children an...
2023-08-0304 minThe Sensational Kids ShowTips For Surviving The Summer BreakJoin Aniesa as she shares some of her top tips for ‘surviving the summer holidays with neurodivergent children including tips to keep them regulated and how to avoid added stress and difficulties.KEY TAKEAWAYS Be organised. Plan in four categories, expensive activities, small-cost activities, free activities and home activitiesMake snack pots and snack ideas for kids to be able to help themselves and not always shave to come to you.See if there are any clubs or holiday schemes children can go into to break up the long stretch of holiday for both them and you.A h...
2023-07-2710 minThe Sensational Kids ShowDo You Control Your Emotions?In this episode Aniesa explores the concept of whether our feelings, emotions and reactions are just our own to control or whether other people and external factors influence them.KEY TAKEAWAYS Emotions are very complex, they are a mixture of internal and external factors, other people can have an impact on our own emotional state.Our emotions are closely tied to our relationships and interactions with others, something that is essential to human nature.There is the concept that we need to own our emotions and people can’t make us feel a certain way but it...
2023-07-2012 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThe Signs My Child Had ADHD with Mum ElmienAniesa is joined by Elmien a therapist with a daughter who has ADHD. She talks to Aniesa about her and her daughter's journey to getting diagnosed including her own realisation that there might be something else happening when her daughter was missing milestones and acting out. Elmien also talks about the uniqueness of having a child with additional needs and how you can find the special moments in your journey with your child, regardless of the difficulties and struggles they may face.KEY TAKEAWAYS Elmien’s daughter needed therapy for delays in crawling and walking but at...
2023-07-1331 minThe Sensational Kids ShowParenting a Neurodivergent Child - Chat with Mum StaceyAniesa is joined by Stacey a mother of two, to talk about life as a parent of a child with additional needs. Stacey talks about her journey to finding out her eldest, Viv had autism, the many challenges they face and what her every day looks like. She also talks about the things she finds helps her as a mum with a neurodivergent child and advice she would give to any other parent who is dealing with the same challenges.KEY TAKEAWAYS When Stacey’s daughter, Viv, was small she had many trips to the doctors, thi...
2023-07-0622 minThe Sensational Kids ShowGardening With KidsWhen we garden with kids it’s an incredible way to teach them about nature and responsibility. Aniesa shares in this episode the many benefits of gardening with our children and why it is also something she enjoys too.KEY TAKEAWAYS There are great sensory aspects to gardening. Digging in particular is a great activity.Involve your kids in the planning of the garden including choosing the plants, this will give them a sense of ownership and responsibility.The fun activities to be created from gardening are endless, from building bug hotels to decorating pots.Gardening can...
2023-06-2908 minThe Sensational Kids ShowStop Telling Kids to Use Their WordsWhile on holiday, Aniesa kept hearing the same phrase over and over again, parents telling their children to ‘use their words’. In this episode, Aneisa talks about why this isn’t a fair expectation of young children and actually why it could do more harm than good as a parenting technique and what to do instead.KEY TAKEAWAYS When children are struggling to communicate with you, telling them to use their words isn’t clear to them. They don’t have the capability to digest and understand this phrase whilst struggling so much with their emotions.Children wi...
2023-06-2207 minThe Sensational Kids ShowCoping with the HeatIn this quick and informative episode, Aniesa shares a few tips to make things easier for you and your family in the hot weather!KEY TAKEAWAYS Make sure everyone is hydrated, even if this means using squash to incentivise people to drink and think about what temperature they like their drinks to bePay attention to energy and tiredness levelsKeep your freezer stocked up with cold treatsIf your child struggles with certain textures and appropriate clothes, sometimes it’s best to just leave them, rather than everyone get worked up.Be validating of your children’s complaints, let t...
2023-06-1507 minThe Sensational Kids ShowHow to Help Children Through Grief And LossIn this episode, Aniesa focuses on how we can talk to children about loss and grief as well as the ways we can help them come to terms with death and how to deal with the many emotions and challenges it presents.KEY TAKEAWAYS Dealing with grief and loss is a natural part of the human experience and children aren’t immune to this.It’s important we give children the right tools to manage their grief.Be honest and open about what has happened, sugar coating is not necessary, use the most developmentally appropriate language to en...
2023-06-0815 minThe Sensational Kids ShowMy Optimal Engagement BandIn this episode, Aniesa discusses the concept of optimal sensory engagement thresholds/bands. Aniesa explains what this means in real terms, giving clear examples and talks about what you can do to self-regulate and self-manage, including utilising external factors in your environment to help yourself in times of high stress and anxiety. Aniesa also talks about the role of masking, difficulty in making decisions and other challenges neurodiverse people may come across when outside of their optimal engagement band.KEY TAKEAWAYS A lot has been researched and written about the optimal band where we function our b...
2023-06-0125 minThe Sensational Kids ShowMy Thoughts on the BBC ADHD Documentary and Why We Must Get Better at Diagnosing and Supporting ADHDIn this episode, Aniesa gives her thoughts on the recent BBC Panorama documentary on private ADHD clinics. Aniesa also talks about the topic of diagnosis, the crisis in the system and why she thinks we are seeing such an increase in people seeking diagnosis for ADHD.KEY TAKEAWAYS The system is broken when it comes to diagnosing people with ADHD. It is not being over diagnosed at all, it’s actually taking far too long to diagnose.People don’t want a diagnosis just for the sake of it or to be medicated. Anyone who is payin...
2023-05-2519 minThe Sensational Kids ShowExams Are Upon UsExams are something that can be a real challenge for neurodiverse individuals, particularly those with ADHD. In this episode, Aniesa talks about this topic and the role exams currently play in schooling, education and our children's lives.KEY TAKEAWAYS Those with ADHD may need different preparations for exams.What do exams prepare our children for, dealing with failure or stress? Are exams really necessary for young children in particular?We need to think about the level of stress and anxiety we place on those doing exams.BEST MOMENTS“Schools are not preparing young peo...
2023-05-1805 minThe Sensational Kids ShowWhat is a SENCO? Speaking with Kerry a Preschool SENCOKerry is a Senco at a preschool and joins Aniesa in this episode to give some insight into her role including why relationships with the child and families are so important and the tremendous value in getting support in at the early years stage for children with special educational needs.KEY TAKEAWAYS Part of Kerry’s role is to look for earlier identifiers of children who may have additional needs or be neurodiverse and provide early intervention.Sometimes children come to the preschool with a diagnosis but often they do not which means some tough conversations hav...
2023-05-1121 minThe Sensational Kids ShowWhy Validating Our Children MattersA few difficult weeks including a bereavement has meant that Aniesa has been reflecting on the relationships in her life, recognising the people that validate her emotions and feelings and that we all need to be doing this for young people in our care too.KEY TAKEAWAYS We need to validate and acknowledge when kids are struggling, allowing them to feel seen.Simply by saying we know something is hard for someone or that we are sorry they are finding something hard is enough to acknowledge it and validate their feelings.We need to find true a...
2023-05-0408 minThe Sensational Kids ShowFitting InIn this episode, Aniesa wants to talk about the lengths we all go to in order to fit in. Everyone, regardless of whether they are neurodiverse or neurotypical mask to some extent in order to fit in and Aniesa talks about why she thinks this may be.KEY TAKEAWAYS There are countless examples of us all trying to fit in, from styling our clothes to putting on a smile at a job we hate.There are things in life we have to do but there are lots of things we don’t have to do but oft...
2023-04-2708 minThe Sensational Kids ShowBecoming an Autism Mum - Interview with Chantal, Mum to Four Neurodiverse KidsChantal is a mum of four children, all of whom are neurodiverse. Chantal joins Aniesa to talk about life with multiple children with additional needs, including seeking a diagnosis, coping with the mental health implications and how to advocate for your neurodiverse child, especially when you aren’t believed by professionals. Chantal also opens up about receiving her own diagnosis and the impact this has had not only on her but her children's lives too.KEY TAKEAWAYS Chantal’s third child was diagnosed with autism in South Africa at just 22 months old. previous to this she didn’...
2023-04-1349 minThe Sensational Kids ShowMy Kids Are AnnoyingIt can be a challenge being on holiday with our children and in this episode, Aniesa reminisces about some of the frustrating as well as funny things her children have complained about and how sometimes, kids are annoying!KEY TAKEAWAYS We can easily forget the frustrating things our children do when they no longer live with us or when we are spending more time with them.Sometimes children just need to be able to complain.Aniesa sympathises with all parents out there, kids are just annoying sometimes! BEST MOMENTS‘Sometimes they just...
2023-04-0606 minThe Sensational Kids ShowWhat is Choice Overload and How Can You Prevent it?Decision-making isn’t always easy, particularly when we are presented with too many choices. It can lead to stress, exhaustion and even depression. In this episode, Aniesa talks about the impact of having choice overload and what we can do to either prevent it from happening or to minimise its effects.KEY TAKEAWAYS We can mistakenly think having more choices is better but as humans, we find it more difficult to make decisions the more choices we haveYou can end up spending so much time and energy on simply making a choice that it can leave you...
2023-03-3014 minThe Sensational Kids ShowBiodanza With Aniesa AllyThis is an interview episode with Aniesa Ally, whom Aniesa has known her entire life! Aniesa talks to Aniesa all about Biodanza, what it is and why she has such a passion for it.KEY TAKEAWAYS Biodanza is a personal development modality that uses music and movement. It was developed back in the 60s and was founded upon humans engaging with each other on an instinctual level through music and movement.Biodanza focuses on reconnecting people with their humanity and ability to love, that is so often lost in modern society.Aniesa found out about Biodanza a...
2023-03-2317 minThe Sensational Kids ShowLosing with GraceIn this episode, Aniesa wants to talk about how we can teach children to lose and how to teach them to do that in the right way, exploring the best techniques and methods to help them build resilience and skills for the future.KEY TAKEAWAYS It isn’t easy for children to lose but teaching them to do so gracefully is helping set them up to build resilience.The best way to teach children how to lose in the right way is to lead by example and talk about how we feel when we struggle to los...
2023-03-1610 minThe Sensational Kids ShowTrustIn this week's episode, Aniesa talks about trust. Why whether you have or don't have trust has such a big impact on how happy and content with life you are. That is why it is important that you talk to kids about trust, define it, and help them to learn to trust others and be trustworthy themselves.KEY TAKEAWAYS Being able to trust people is important, it plays a big role in how happy and content you are with life. Trust is that if someone says they are going to do something that you believe they wi...
2023-03-0915 minThe Sensational Kids ShowWhen Your Child Gaslights YouContent Warning: Those who have experienced trauma and gaslighting should listen with caution. For this episode, Aniesa returns once again to the subject of gaslighting. This time looking at how children can do it to their parents, either deliberately or unconsciously. She provides examples to help you to recognise the signs and explains how to tackle this issue effectively.KEY TAKEAWAYS The signs of gaslighting are subtle. It is important to be on the lookout for them, recognise them, and take action to address this negative behaviour as soon as possible.A child that co...
2023-03-0208 minThe Sensational Kids ShowHave You Been Gaslighting Your Children?Content Warning: Those who have experienced trauma and gaslighting should listen with caution.Aniesa hasn’t always recognised parental gaslighting but has discovered that it is something that is more common than many of us realise and can even come from a place of misguided care. In this episode, Aniesa explores the role of gaslighting in parenting, how it frequently occurs, how to recognise it and how to prevent using it as a parental tool. KEY TAKEAWAYS Aniesa recognises that as a parent, she has used gaslighting without realising it.You may dismiss or deny...
2023-02-2315 minThe Sensational Kids ShowTalking to Kids About Difficult TopicsThere have been many difficult news stories over the past couple of weeks which has made Aniesa consider the best ways to talk to our children about these types of subjects. In this episode, Aniesa gives some strategies for helping adults talk to children appropriately and compassionately about difficult topics.KEY TAKEAWAYS The right approach to explaining difficult topics can make all the difference in how the process the situationChose an appropriate space to talk to your child and ensure you are actively listening to their concerns and questions.Children may need space to process the i...
2023-02-1610 minThe Sensational Kids ShowTips For Helping Your Sensory Reactive Child With Taking MedicationIn this episode, Aniesa gives a few short and simple tips for getting your child to take medication, this will be particularly helpful if you have a child who has difficulties with sensory activities. KEY TAKEAWAYS Use a visual schedule that shows the steps involved in taking their medication, including when and how much.Try offering choices: it is really beneficial to give children who struggle with sensory reactivity choices.Establish a routine and stick to itDistractions are helpful, such as singing a song or playing a gameMixing the medicine in desserts can be helpful or ev...
2023-02-0905 minThe Sensational Kids ShowHelping Neurodivergent Kids Self-AdvocateSelf-advocacy is the act of speaking up for oneself and expressing one's needs, but how can we teach our kids, especially those who are neurodiverse, to self-advocate? In this episode, Aniesa gives practical ways you can start to teach your child this essential skill in life to help empower and build confidence within themselves.KEY TAKEAWAYS It can be particularly challenging for those who are neurodivergent to self-advocate for themselves when they often already struggle to communicate and demonstrate their needs.It’s important that we teach neurodivergent children to appropriately self-advocate, meaning they feel heard an...
2023-02-0210 minThe Sensational Kids ShowHelicopter Parenting -vs- Free-Range ParentingIn this episode, Aniesa discusses two parenting styles that have been up for big debate in the past few years: helicopter parenting and free-range parenting. Aniesa explores what these approaches to child raising are, the advantages and disadvantages to both, giving a balanced view of these parenting styles and also talks about why any parenting is never just about the child. KEY TAKEAWAYS Helicopter parenting which is characterised by a parent’s constant involvement in their child's life, is often seen as being overprotective.Free-range parenting is instead about giving children more autonomy and fre...
2023-01-2612 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThe Benefits of Going BarefootAs Aniesa observes children at play on her trip to Johannesburg, she asks the question, “How often do your children play barefoot?”KEY TAKEAWAYS When children spend more of their time barefoot, they generally have much better balance and coordination.Being barefoot builds stronger foot muscles.Wearing shoes can compress the foot arch, leading to flat feet.Children who spend much of their time barefoot tend to have better posture, likely due to core muscle engagement as they navigate uneven terrain.Children who go barefoot may also feel less stress, as they’re more in tune with th...
2023-01-1910 minThe Sensational Kids ShowAfter School Clubs And ActivitiesIn this week’s episode, Aniesa explores after-school clubs and how pushing kids to partake in extracurricular activities can cause burnout, stress, and feelings of inadequacy for all involved.KEY TAKEAWAYS Many parents feel they need to push their children into participating in after-school clubs to help them socialise and prepare them for new experiences. However, this can often cause stress and affect their overall well-being.Studies have shown that kids who participate in more than 15 hours of extracurricular activities can have lower grades in school.Children need time to relax and play after school. The str...
2023-01-1215 minThe Sensational Kids ShowGoal Setting With KidsIn today’s episode, Aniesa discusses how you can help children set realistic and achievable goals.KEY TAKEAWAYS It’s never too early to start teaching your children how to set goals.Make goal-setting a habit and lead by example by making them part of your daily, weekly, or monthly routines.Set SMART - Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound - goals to increase their chance of success.Encouraging children to set their own goals helps them to take ownership and be motivated to complete them.Help them break down their goals into smaller, less-daunting tasks and...
2023-01-0510 minThe Sensational Kids ShowTips For Surviving The Holiday PeriodIt’s the last show of 2022! Save yourself from festive burnout with Aniesa’s tips to get you through the holiday season.KEY TAKEAWAYS Plan time to rest, to sit in your pyjamas and do nothing. You know yourself and your family best, so plan to ensure everyone gets the time off they need.Take a moment every day to get outside, even if it’s just to stand in your garden, and find time to go for a walk without purpose. And yes, you can put trackies over your pyjamas to do this.Don’t forget ba...
2022-12-2207 min
Barely Cool86. Highway 400Ben and Judah are driving. Wait... no that's not right... Ben and ANIESA are driving?? They're driving to Aniesa's parents' house for their own little Christmas Holidays. WOW!
What are they gonna be talking about? Who knows? You'll have to listen. Don't miss Judah too much! Love ya, thanks, bye!
2022-12-1555 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThe Six Types of RestRest is more than simply taking a nap. In today’s episode, Aniesa discusses the six types of rest and how you can relax and recharge without having to close your eyes to sleep.KEY TAKEAWAYS Mental rest: when you feel like there’s too much going on and you need a break, find a simple task you can do to give yourself a mental rest.Sensory rest: bright lights, groups of people, and loud music can cause you to need sensory rest. Take time to remove yourself from distractions, lay in a dark room, and relax...
2022-12-1506 minThe Sensational Kids ShowHow to Combat Christmas OverwhelmIn this week’s episode, Aniesa discusses ‘Christmas Overwhelm’ and how the festive season can affect our routine and mental health. The next few weeks can be exhausting for many, so take the time to set boundaries and expectations, and find ways to regulate and relax.KEY TAKEAWAYS The Christmas season can become overwhelming, especially in a school, with the change in routine, rehearsals, singing and festivities.Those who thrive on routine and structure can struggle with this time of year.Aniesa’s sunset challenge forces her to leave the house at sunset to pause and enjoy nat...
2022-12-0809 minThe Sensational Kids ShowWhat Causes Burnout?Following on from last week’s discussion about masking, Aniesa describes the symptoms and causes of burnout, both in neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals and what we can do to understand and support those who are suffering.KEY TAKEAWAYS Masking, covered in last week’s episode, often goes hand in hand with burnout.Fatigue, headaches, dissatisfaction, dietary changes, and issues with sleep are all symptoms of burnout.Burnout is episodic, and you may not realise you have burnout until you come out of it.Not everyone suffers from burnout, making it hard for them to recognise and under...
2022-12-0115 minThe Sensational Kids ShowMasking To Fit InThis week, Aniesa discusses masking - what it means, how it’s used as a coping mechanism, and the effects it can have on neurodivergent adults and children.KEY TAKEAWAYS Neurodivergent adults and children, such as those with autism, or ADHD, may be inclined to hide aspects of their true selves. This is called ‘masking’.Masking is used as a survival tool, as a way of protecting one's self from discrimination, labelling, or bullying.Those who mask may be completely unaware they’re doing it.Masking may also be used to be more successful at work or schoo...
2022-11-2411 minThe Sensational Kids ShowWhat is Spoon Theory?In this week’s episode, Aniesa discusses Spoon Theory, first coined by Christine Miserandino, and how energy levels in neurodivergent people can be affected differently and what can be done to help manage them.KEY TAKEAWAYS Christine Miserandino first coined Spoon Theory when describing her chronic illness to a friend, using physical spoons as a unit of energy.For each activity her friend listed, Christine removed a spoon. Once all the spoons were gone, she had no energy for other activities.Many people use other items or concepts in place of spoons. Aniesa uses battery percentages. A fe...
2022-11-1721 minThe Sensational Kids ShowRejection Sensitive Dysphoria in Kids With ADHDAs an adult with ADHD, Aniesa struggles with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD). In this week’s episode, she explains the symptoms and causes of RSD and how identifying it in young children will help them cope later.KEY TAKEAWAYS In a nutshell, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is the fear of being rejected.The fear of rejection activates the same parts of the brain as physical pain.ADHD complicates the fear of rejection as it alters brain chemistry.Because of this, those with ADHD find it harder to process rejection.Teasing or being picked last for a tea...
2022-11-1113 minThe Sensational Kids ShowSaying NoIn this episode, Aniesa talks all about the power behind saying no. In modern life, it’s all too easy to say yes to things you either don’t want to do or don’t have time for, creating more stress and anxiety in your life. Listen in to hear how and why you should learn to start saying no.KEY TAKEAWAYS The better you become at saying no, the more your stress and anxiety will be reduced because you are only doing and saying yes to the things you want to do and critically, have time f...
2022-11-0305 minThe Sensational Kids ShowA Lack Of ResourcesAfter conquering her nerves and attending an Ethics Committee question and answer session for funding for her Masters research project, Aniesa reflects on on the lack of resources in education and healthcare which results in a large number of children going without the provision that they need. KEY TAKEAWAYS Due to lack of resources, basic assessments for care of children are not being carried out.If you are aware as a parent of what your child should be receiving and pursue it, you are often labelled as a difficult parent.TAs are being left to apply O...
2022-10-2708 minThe Sensational Kids ShowBecoming an Empty NesterAniesa is an empty nester! In this week’s episode, Aniesa reflects on the last few weeks now her youngest is at University. The highs, the lows, and the cheaper food bills.KEY TAKEAWAYS Aniesa’s youngest left for University three weeks ago.The silver lining of having no children at home is the abundance of food available!An empty nest may be quieter, but don't worry; the pets will always be there to demand your attention.BEST MOMENTS “I felt like I was leaving my heart on just a random street in Southa...
2022-10-2005 minThe Sensational Kids ShowSupporting a Child With Pathological Demand AvoidanceAniesa chats with Jodie Isitt, founder of The Nurture Programme, offering bespoke training and support for teachers, carers, and parents of children with additional needs. Jodie has three autistic children and was diagnosed autistic during the pandemic lockdown. In today’s episode, she discusses the obstacles of being a parent of a child with PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) and how she works to help others with neurodivergent children.KEY TAKEAWAYS The Nurture Programme started during the pandemic lockdown to provide online content and support for isolated parents.Jodie realised she was Autistic after talking to other neurodivergent adu...
2022-10-1328 minThe Sensational Kids ShowUsing Obstacles To Regulate BehaviourProduct Design student Sean Fraser continues his discussion with Aniesa on the relationship between ADHD-diagnosed kids and education, focusing on the products used to aid Occupational Therapy sessions.Aniesa explains the process of encouraging kids to build obstacle courses to regulate behaviour and how lockdown affected in-person Occupational Therapy sessions.KEY TAKEAWAYS It’s essential to set goals for children and be mindful of them during sessionsIf kids are unable to focus during sessions, Deep Pressure Stimulation (DPS) helps to calm and regulate the sensory systemKids can build cognitive strategies through low-risk activities, for example, balancing on...
2022-10-0614 minThe Sensational Kids ShowProduct Design With ADHD In MindSean Fraser, a final-year Product Design degree student, talks to Aniesa about the resources and techniques available to aid ADHD-diagnosed kids in building a better relationship with education.In part one of this two-part interview, Sean and Aniesa discuss the difference between how girls and boys present their ADHD symptoms, how changes can be made in a classroom setting to accommodate an ADHD student, and the products available on the market to aid productivity and routine. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sean was diagnosed with ADHD at 11 years old and had a lot of support at home that he wi...
2022-09-2932 minThe Sensational Kids ShowSensory Overwhelm And CrowdsLarge scale events and overwhelming environments can cause sensory overload. Join Aniesa as she explains how to deal with sensory overwhelm, crowds and transitions. Learn how to become child-led and discover how to help anyone struggling with sensory overwhelm.KEY TAKEAWAYS It’s important to remember that if you as an adult are experiencing sensory overload, it is likely, even more, overwhelming for a child.Everybody reacts differently to environmental transitions so it is vital to be consistent and constant by gauging your child’s reaction to change, let yourself be led by your children.Aim to be ch...
2022-09-2206 minThe Sensational Kids ShowApplying Lotions And Creams Sunscreen, Lotions and Tactile DefensivenessHow do you apply lotions and creams to your child? Join Aniesa as she explains our children's tactile defensiveness, how to go help your children become comfortable with light touch and stickiness and how to help them regulate their nervous system. KEY TAKEAWAYSOne of the questions I got asked when it came to their kids, being tactile defensive was how you go about putting on creams and lotions.One of the difficulties that parents have is our children's tactile defensiveness. For example, when it comes to summer, children find it really difficult to d...
2022-09-1505 minThe Sensational Kids ShowPreparing For Back to SchoolIt is almost back to school time. Aniesa dives into the chaotic time of back to school in today’s episode of The Sensational Kids Show. Listen in to discover how to prepare your child for school and create a successful routine. KEY TAKEAWAYS It’s important for your health and your kid's health to make sure your kids are getting a lot of exercise. In the run-up to school, it’s vital that your kids are as active as possible so they do not struggle with their endurance or stamina.Make sure your...
2022-09-0813 minThe Sensational Kids ShowResults Aren’t EverythingResults aren’t a prediction of how well you will do in life. Join Aniesa as she dives into exams, results and teaching your kids. Discover why results aren’t everything and why being happy, independent and confident is far more important. KEY TAKEAWAYS Don't write kids off, give them a chance to play, explore and come into themselves. There’s always a way to teach kids, results on paper aren’t everything. Your child's happiness is the most important thing. A happy child is more willing to learn than one that is being fo...
2022-09-0105 minThe Sensational Kids ShowSensory Integration And Processing DifficultiesThere are four areas where both children and adults can have sensory integration problems. In this episode, Aniesa explains each one and how it can impact our daily lives and the development of our children. KEY TAKEAWAYS There are four areas that can be defined as sensory integration problems, sensory modulation, sensory discrimination and perception, vestibular and bilateral functions and finally your praxis. Sensory modulation occurs when your brain either over-responds or under-responds to the sensory input that's coming in and we can all have these reactions from time to time but for...
2022-08-2513 minThe Sensational Kids ShowHow Sense of Smell Impacts Child DevelopmentAniesa explores the sense of smell among children and their parents in a new episode of The Sensational Kids Show. Discover how smell is closely linked to our memory, taste and emotions, learn how smells can trigger powerful experiences from your memory bank and why smell can be an indicator of child development. KEY TAKEAWAYS Your sense of smell is closely linked with your memory and certain smells will spark a memory of a particular experience stored within your memory centre. The memory centre in the brain associated different memories to...
2022-08-1815 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThings You Must Insist Your Kids DoThere are some things that are absolutely vital to teach our children. In this episode of The Sensational Kids Show, Aniesa explores what activities, thoughts and feelings are important to our kids' development, which activities will help them grow and why it’s important to respect their own decision-making. KEY TAKEAWAYS Insist that your kids advocate for themselves. Respect their decision and when they’ve made their mind up about a certain situation. Always reassure them that it’s okay and explore how they came to that decision. It’s essential that your kids te...
2022-08-1105 minThe Sensational Kids ShowDealing With Disappointment & Big EmotionsHow can we help our kids deal with disappointment? In this episode, Aniesa explains why we shouldn’t dismiss our children’s big emotions, why we need to teach them to deal with feelings to become self-regulated adults and how encouraging your children to open up can help them create their own inner voice. KEY TAKEAWAYS It's important to remember that we need to allow our kids to feel disappointed. Children need to learn how to deal with big emotions and understand what’s going on. This will help them become well-adjusted and well-regulated adults.
2022-08-0419 minThe Sensational Kids ShowCore Strength, Fine Motor Skills and Building a Strong Foundation of GrowthLearn why core strength is so important to growth and developing fine motor skills. Join Aniesa as she shares the daily activities you can do with your child to build a strong foundation of core strength, why it’s essential to improving a child's stamina and endurance and how a lack of core strength can result in a de-motivated and tired child. KEY TAKEAWAYS Having a good core strength made up of a range of different muscles will form the foundation for most of our growth and fine motor skills. Poor...
2022-07-2814 minThe Sensational Kids ShowInclusionWelcome back to The Sensational Kids Show, in this episode Aniesa reflects on her experience at the international sensory integration conference.. Discover why inclusion is so important to children's development, how we can use technological advances in education to improve learning and why including others makes everyone's life simpler. KEY TAKEAWAYS We've seen a lot of advances in medicine and technology, however often it is not made available to the younger generation. For example, when it comes to education, children are not allowed to use a laptop which may help a struggling child. We...
2022-07-2112 minThe Sensational Kids ShowHow Little We All Know About ParentingWelcome back to The Sensational Kids Show as Aniesa reflects on how little she knew about everything when she became a parent. Tune in to hear why it’s okay to struggle, how to overcome self-doubt and limiting beliefs and why as parents we just need to do what we can with what we have. KEY TAKEAWAYS When your child is struggling and there’s so much you need to do, so many things their teacher is telling you to do to help them but it’s overwhelming. You have to believe in yourself, find you...
2022-07-1413 minThe Sensational Kids ShowWhat is Auditory Sensitivity and Defensiveness?Join Aniesa as she discusses auditory sensitivity and auditory defensiveness. Discover how sounds can affect children and adults, how sensory systems are designed to protect us and the fight, flight or freeze mechanism. KEY TAKEAWAYS Auditory sensitivity affects children and adults who struggle with being sensitive to certain sounds, loud or unexpected noises and sounds that are at specific pitches or those that might startle them. You may notice signs of auditory sensitivity if children are covering their ears or prefer not to go to places with crowds as the sou...
2022-07-0714 minThe Sensational Kids ShowMusic Therapy With Claire WoodAniesa is joined my music therapist Claire Wood in today’s episode of The Sensational Kids Show. They discuss how music can help with multiple learning difficulties, why psychodynamic and neurologic therapy is helping people of all ages and why child-led sessions can empower children. KEY TAKEAWAYS Music and psychodynamic therapy has always been used to support adults, young people and children with their general development, their movements and overall communication skills. Neurologic music therapy is evidence-based therapy looking at the science of brain development and the effect that music can have on the br...
2022-06-3035 minThe Sensational Kids ShowIt's OK to Feel SadAniesa draws on a recent experience with her son. She had a very tough day and her son came home to find her very upset and in a state of overwhelm. It made her re-recognise the importance of children seeing their parents, caregivers and other adults experience real emotions and in this episode she explores why this is. KEY TAKEAWAYS When your child is sad, don’t tell them to not be sad. It’s better to let them experience and feel their emotions and instead offer them support, either by askin...
2022-06-2312 minThe Sensational Kids ShowAnxiety With Wellbeing Specialist Giselle MonbiotIn today's episode of The Sensational Kids Show, Aniesa is joined by Wellbeing Specialist and Mental Health Expert Giselle Monbiot. They discuss anxiety in kids and teenagers, the movement towards expressing emotions and how forming attachments between parent and child is crucial to treating mental health issues. KEY TAKEAWAYS There's an awful lot of anxiety in kids and teenagers in school, specifically in those that are possibly a bit more introverted and cannot be put into a particular box. As adults today, often we're raised not to express our feelings when we're wor...
2022-06-1640 minThe Sensational Kids ShowInteroceptionIn this episode of The Sensational Kids Show, Aniesa discusses our eighth sense, interoception. Learn how to tune into interoception to better understand your body, your emotions and what you need to do to stay healthy and in a positive mindset. KEY TAKEAWAYS It can be hard for some kids to just adapt to that change and often they can't quite explain how or what they're feeling. Our eighth sense is called interoception. You have your functional senses, which use your sight, smell, taste, hearing and vision but interoception allows us to feel...
2022-06-0917 min
Changemaker Stories#27 [FR] L’économie sociale et solidaire au sein d’un Big Four, Léo ANIESA, KPMG, Grande École 2021Léo Aniesa est consultant en économie sociale et solidaire chez KPMG. Dans cet épisode, il nous parle de son engagement fort et sa passion pour les projets innovants à fort impact social. Il est investi bénévolement dans de nombreux projets comme Ticket for Change et Startup Weekend Roubaix et il a décidé d’investir la majorité de ses économies dans l’économie réelle et dans des projets à impact comme Dream act, le Social Bar ou Time for the planet et plein d’autres. Dans cet épisode, on cite aussi Lita et Mimosa, des plateformes
qui facilitent ce typ...
2022-06-0217 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThe Truth About ADHD in GirlsJoin Aniesa as she discusses ADHD and how it presents itself differently in girls, and women and how it is so often undiagnosed or missed. Understand the signs and symptoms to be able to spot ADHD, how to overcome the gender bias and the different coping strategies to help a child with ADHD focus. KEY TAKEAWAYS Why do boys often get diagnosed with ADHD and girls don't? At school, boys are presented differently, as overactive and boisterous. Studies have shown a gender bias towards diagnosing ADHD in boys and other girls, even wh...
2022-06-0223 minThe Sensational Kids ShowDaily ConnectionsIn today's episode of The Sensational Kids Show, Aniesa gives you some ideas of things you can ask your kids after school. How to engage with them and ask questions that lead to more meaningful conversations that give your child the opportunity to express their feelings and emotions. KEY TAKEAWAYS As adults, we can be pretty annoying and it needs to be acceptable for children to be able to identify and vocalise anyone in a position of authority that annoys them. No feelings are wrong or incorrect. Show them that passion that you h...
2022-05-2613 minThe Sensational Kids ShowEmpty Nest SyndromeHave you experienced Empty Nest Syndrome? Join Aniesa as she discusses the feelings, emotions and emptiness you can feel when your children grow up, leave and become less dependent on you. Learn how to overcome Empty Nest Syndrome, how you can fill your diary with new hobbies and why acknowledging your feelings is essential to putting yourself first. KEY TAKEAWAYS Empty nest syndrome is a phenomenon in which parents experience feelings of sadness and loss when the last child leaves home. Although you might actively encourage your children to become independent, the experience of let...
2022-05-1914 minThe Sensational Kids ShowConnect, Achieve And Navigate With David RobsonAniesa is joined by award-winning author and behavioural specialist, David Robson. Together they discuss the instinct of parents, the role teachers play in our children's lives and how you help your child connect, achieve and navigate. KEY TAKEAWAYS Teachers have so much pressure to perform and to deliver lessons it's hard for them to prioritise the emotional needs of their pupils, it's the awareness of mental health that needs to be addressed as part of the teacher's remit. You've got instinct as a parent, you know when something's just not right and you...
2022-05-1245 minThe Sensational Kids ShowAttachment stylesJoin Aniesa as she explores and explains the four parenting attachment styles and how attachment theory can impact parenting and the development of your child into adult life. KEY TAKEAWAYS As a parent, your presence is designed to make your child feel loved, safe, secure and protected and this leads to attachment. Attachment theory is how parents respond to their child's needs. Attachment styles are working models of how our relationships function and how they are formed early on in our lives. If we can understand our relationships better, we stand a better chance of changing any...
2022-05-0520 minThe Sensational Kids ShowKids as TeachersKids love teaching! In today's show, Aniesa shares why kids love to teach and how it benefits their development. Discover why letting kids teach others will help with their planning, sequencing and directional skills. KEY TAKEAWAYS Kids teaching improves their planning skills, their sequencing and how well they can describe and explain their actions. Allowing kids the opportunity to teach and instruct can really help them develop their ability to give directions and to explain themselves. This helps them articulate themselves and also helps them also understand what it is that they're tryin...
2022-04-2813 minThe Sensational Kids ShowProprioceptionIn today's episode of The Sensational Kids show, Aniesa explores strategies for treating proprioception difficulties, our adaptive system and suggested some activities for how to help develop kids who are under-responsive or over-responsive. KEY TAKEAWAYS In terms of proprioception, you can be under-responsive or over-responsive, and it's really going to impact your movement, your motor functioning and your motor output. Somatosensory dyspraxia and your postural disorders are super important for proprioception. As an adult, you need to think about whether you use too much or too little force? And how you're able to ma...
2022-04-2134 minThe Sensational Kids ShowExecutive FunctioningExecutive functioning is overlooked, but crucial to development. In today's show, Aniesa explores executive functioning, how to build cognitive skills and regulate behaviour. Discover how to create a consistent routine with your child, how to develop skills and why self-control and self-regulation are essential to development. KEY TAKEAWAYS Executive functioning is the higher order of cognitive skills such as behaviour regulation and goal-directed activities. It's the ability to be self-directed, adaptable to change and that allows you to make connections to concepts and ideas related to executive functions Emotions and past actions are...
2022-04-1452 minThe Sensational Kids ShowPlayfulness With Debi JohnAniesa is joined by play consultant, and author of the PAUSE, PLAY, CONNECTⓇ Flow, Debi John. Today they explore the world of play, how to express, learn and connect with your child through the wonderful world of play. KEY TAKEAWAYS The opposite to play is rigidity and feeling very stuck. Playfulness is a free expression with creativity and no big agenda. Playing brings that feeling of joy and freedom of expressing yourself and learning and connecting. Play can heal trauma and it can heal communities because to be in a playful state we mus...
2022-04-0728 minThe Sensational Kids ShowBugBearsFive bugbears we have to overcome as parents, teachers and carers. In today's show, Aniesa shares her own experience and the bugbears and annoying things parents are taught or told to do when looking after their child. KEY TAKEAWAYS It's hard to build trust when a child has psyched themselves up about completing a task and then when they complete it parents, teachers or carers ask for more. Children won't eat when they're hungry if they're forced and not comfortable with the taste, texture or smell of food. Children will eat much be...
2022-03-3108 minThe Sensational Kids ShowConnectionConnection is everything, If we cannot connect and if we don't connect, then what's the point. Join Aniesa as she explains the value of connection, how to achieve and navigate your relationships in order to become happy and fulfilled and why the most important connection you can have is the one with yourself. KEY TAKEAWAYS Connection and guilt go hand in hand but In order for you to connect you have to disconnect with the idea of guilt and that you're not good enough. Connection is everything and often parents are so dete...
2022-03-3119 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThe Power of TouchTouch is a very powerful sense and can have a huge impact on development. In this episode find out more about our fundamental senses, the tactile system and how to develop your child's fine motor skills. Discover the difference between light and deep touch, how they're related to your emotions and how to overcome difficulties with tactile processing. KEY TAKEAWAYS The tactile system is made up of your functional senses such as sight, smell, taste and touch. Then you have your balance or the vestibular system which is centered around your body awareness, which is...
2022-03-3128 minThe Sensational Kids ShowSensory ProcessingWhat happens when things aren't quite going according to plan? In today's show, Aniesa dives into sensory processing and how to overcome to manage our senses, responses, actions and reactions. Discover the impact of your tactile system, how to help your child's development and how to spot sensory processing disorder. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sensory processing disorder is like a neurological traffic jam, which prevents certain parts of the brain from receiving the information they need to adequately and correctly interpret that sensory information. Sensory processing gathers all of the information from our senses and...
2022-03-3121 minThe Sensational Kids ShowGetting Rid of The Parental GuiltGuilt is the thief of all things joyful. In today's episode of The Sensational Kids Show, Aniesa explores the guilt we all feel when we become parents and how to overcome it. Discover why guilt is completely unnecessary, how to take care of yourself and start letting go and why the perfect parents we're trying to be simply don't exist. KEY TAKEAWAYS Guilt is completely unnecessary. It has no purpose, serves no purpose and is often completely and utterly self-inflicted. Guilt is a constant for parents and unfortunately, with the impact of pos...
2022-03-3117 minThe Sensational Kids ShowEmpowering Kids And The Adults Who Raise ThemWelcome to The Sensational Kids Show, a podcast all about empowering kids and the adults who raise them, care for them and teach them. This podcast is for all those parents who want their children to thrive, to succeed and simply not to have to struggle with what seems to come so easily to other kids their age. It is for anyone caring for a child with any range or level of additional needs. In today's episode, I'll be sharing a little bit about my own journey and passion and reasons for launching the podcast. KE...
2022-03-3108 minThe Sensational Kids ShowThe Sensational Kids Show Trailer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-03-2500 min
Barely Cool18. The One Where Aniesa Destroys BenWe have the Lovely Aniesa joining us today! A classic "How Well Do You Know Your Fiancee" game. It's hosted by Judah and the contestants are Ben and Aniesa. Can you guess who wins? Come listen! Thanks! Sorry!
2021-08-1955 min
Access Top-Rated Free Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Parenting TipsParenting the Conundrum Child: The CAN do approach to uncovering their unique abilities by Aniesa BlorePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/534580 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Parenting the Conundrum Child: The CAN do approach to uncovering their unique abilities Author: Aniesa Blore Narrator: Aniesa Blore Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 18 minutes Release date: July 14, 2021 Genres: Parenting Tips Publisher's Summary: There's nothing wrong with your child! Stop worrying! No matter how often your friends and family may say this, if you know that your child is developing differently from their peers, it's time to stand up for your conundrum child. When you have a child with additional needs, what's important is not that they get...
2021-07-1403 min
The Alternative Path with David RobsonAniesa Blore - Independent Pediatric Occupational Therapist – AuthorAniesa Blore - Independent Pediatric Occupational Therapist – Author
Aniesa completed her degree in Occupational Therapy in 1999 at the University of Stellenbosch, in South Africa. She has since been focusing on paediatrics and sensory processing and integration. She has worked across a range of paediatric fields and has extensive experience in children’s issues from autism to learning difficulties. Her speciality areas of practice include Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays and Dyspraxia. Aniesa has extensive experience in using standardised and non-standardised assessment for establishing a baseline on which intervention can be delivered and continually evaluated. Sensati...
2021-02-2143 min
Visão ActualAtribuições e competências da ANIESANeste programa vamos conhecer melhor a insituição que zela pela nossa segurança alimentar.
2020-10-3000 min
Barely Cool56. The One Where Ben Goes On A Date feat. Aniesa TarioBen goes on a real date in this one. We're just as surprised as you are. Thank you to Aniesa for coming on and enduring a date with Ben. Judah is also there as a chaperone, naturally. We apologize to Aniesa and everyone listening and we also thank you all so so much. *SPONSORED BY COPENHAGEN GROOMING*
2020-06-0457 min
The Joy Of BeingEpisode 106: CORONAVIRUS SERIES: Special Needs Thriving Formula with Aniesa BloreOn today’s show, “Episode 106: CORONAVIRUS SERIES: Special Needs Thriving Formula” Aniesa Blore, occupational therapist that specializes in special needs, joins us to how to understand if your child may be special needs, and how to deal with that. We also discuss how to thrive yourself, as well as help your child thrive, during this time and beyond.Read Full Show Notes Here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-04-2846 min
El EnfoqueCada día conocemos un nuevo fotógrafo con Luis Martínez AniesaEn el octavo capítulo de El Enfoque conocemos a Luis Martínez Aniesa, responsable de la web cada día un fotógrafo en donde nos muestra el trabajo de fotógrafos destacados "y me permite conocer la historia y el presente de la fotografía en sus múltiples y variadas facetas".En sus propias palabras "lucho entre la imagen única e imperfecta de los procedimientos de laboratorio alternativos y la fotografía digital artística casi perfecta que se pueda presentar a un salón internacional, pasando por la fotografía de calle y de viajes".Con un...
2019-03-2455 min
Go Wellness RadioImprove Your Mental and Emotional Well Being with Aniesa HansonAniesa Hanson is a licensed therapist and Founder of Aniesa Hanson Counseling. She helps her clients work through their anxiety, self-confidence, and relationship issues. She also has been featured as an expert therapist in Reader’s Digest, PsychologyToday, and so much more. Find out on this week’s episode on how to practice active listening, increase your emotional intelligence, and work through your unhealthy patterns and behaviors. Key Takeaways: [1:40] Why did Aniesa decide to go into private practice? [4:20] What kinds of concerns or problems do Aniesa’s patients typically have? [6:50...
2019-02-1146 min
Sisters in Loss Podcast: Miscarriage, Pregnancy Loss, & Infertility StoriesEP29 - Aneisa's Loss Story, Infertility Journey, and My Hope Floats BlogIn today's episode we have Aniesa Knapp who shares her 20 week pregnancy loss story of daughter Ava and her personal blog My Hope Floats. Aniesa is the mom to Angel Ava who was born into heaven at 20 weeks and has been married to her husband Don for 3 years. They live in Hartford County, Maryland with their fur baby Piper. Aniesa is a nurse and works as a home care nurse liaison. She created the My Hope Floats blog to continue to heal and to hopefully connect with others who have experienced pregnancy loss. Aniesa and her husband Don be...
2018-01-2428 min