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Brain Power with Dr. EkoAutism Beyond the Diagnosis: Co-Occurring Conditions and Whole-Child Care | Denise FultonMany children with autism experience challenges that go beyond the diagnosis itself, yet co-occurring conditions are often overlooked.In this episode of BrainPower with Dr. Eko, Dr. Eko is joined by Denise Fulton, Chief Operating Officer at the Autism Research Institute, for an important discussion on autism, whole-child care, and why identifying co-occurring conditions can significantly impact long-term outcomes.Together they discuss:• Common co-occurring conditions in autism• Why behaviors can sometimes signal underlying medical concerns• The importance of a multidisciplinary approach• A personal family journey and lessons learned• Supporting children b...
2026-05-2122 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoHow Communication Devices Help Kids and Adults Speak | Cambri McCoyWhat is AAC, and how can communication devices help children and adults who struggle with speech?In this episode of Brain Power with Dr. Eko, Dr. Eko speaks with Cambri McCoy, a doctor of physical therapy and Solutions Consultant with Tobii Dynavox, about how augmentative and alternative communication, also known as AAC, helps individuals express their needs, thoughts, and emotions more effectively. They discuss who can benefit from AAC, including children with autism, apraxia, and other communication challenges, and they address common myths around speech devices, including the fear that AAC will delay talking.
2026-05-1417 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoHow ABA Supports Teens, Adults, and Individuals Beyond Autism | Naomi Noel, BCBA, LBAIn this episode, we explore how Applied Behavior Analysis can support older children, teens, adults, and individuals who are not considered traditional learners, including those without an autism diagnosis. We discuss how ABA can be used across the lifespan to strengthen daily living skills, communication, behavior support, and independence, while challenging common misconceptions about who can benefit from these services. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform and check out the video version on our YouTube channel!CONNECT WITH ME!If you want to s...
2026-05-0716 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoAutism Parenting, Burnout & Finding Peace as a Parent | Joké DurojaiyeWhat does an autism diagnosis really mean for your child, and what should you do next?In this powerful episode, Dr. Eko sits down with Joké Durojaiye, mother of a child with the autism spectrum, certified life coach, and author of Unmute Yourself.This conversation moves beyond the diagnosis to address what parents truly face: uncertainty, advocacy, daily care, and long-term planning.Joké shares her lived experience navigating autism, including early signs, diagnosis challenges, therapy decisions, school advocacy, and raising a child with both autism and medical complexity.This episode offers cl...
2026-04-3032 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoUnderstanding the Root Causes of Autism Meltdowns and How to Respond Effectively | Dr. Jalelah Abdul-RaheemAutism meltdowns are often misunderstood as behavior problems, when in reality they are neurological responses to overwhelm. In this live session, Dr. Eko is joined by Dr. Jalelah Abdul-Raheem, Certified Nurse Educator and Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, who also brings lived experience as a parent of a child with autism.This discussion focuses on understanding the root causes of meltdowns and how to respond with clarity and structure.In this session, you will learn:What a meltdown is and how it differs from a tantrumThe underlying neurological and sensory causesCommon...
2026-04-2926 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoAfter the Diagnosis: Next Steps Every Autism & ADHD Parent Should Know | Indy WilburnReceiving an autism or ADHD diagnosis for your child can bring both clarity and many new questions. What happens next? Where should families begin? What services and supports should they be looking for?In this live session, Dr. Hokehe Eko, integrative pediatrician and founder of Glow Pediatrics, is joined by Indy Nelson, Glow Pathways Coordinator, to discuss the essential next steps families should take after a diagnosis.Together, they will walk through how parents can move from uncertainty to a clear plan of action for their child’s development and support.In this se...
2026-04-2816 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoLoving Your Child as Designed | Parenting by the Book Ep 3Too often, parents are taught to view their children through fear, pressure, and deficiency. But God’s design is never careless. The very area that has caused you the most concern may be the place where His intentionality is most deeply seen.This episode is a call to shift your perspective. Your child is not a problem to solve before they are worthy of love. Your child is already worthy because they were created by God with purpose, dignity, and value. If this message resonated with you and you’d like deeper guidance, you can conn...
2026-04-2716 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoQuestions Parents of Children with Autism & ADHD Are Afraid to Ask (But Should) | Parenting by the Book Ep. 2Parents are asking these questions every day quietly, in frustration, or after another hard moment at home.In this video, Dr. Eko breaks down the real questions parents of children with autism and ADHD are asking right now from screen time and picky eating to meltdowns, communication, sleep, and behavior that doesn’t make sense on the surface.This is not about labels. It is about understanding what is actually happening beneath your child’s behavior so you can respond with clarity, not confusion.If this message resonated with you and you’d like d...
2026-04-2710 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoGod's Love in Dark Seasons | Parenting by the Book Ep 1Some parenting days feel more than hard, they feel spiritually exhausting. When the house is loud, patience is thin, and your child’s needs keep piling up, it is easy to wonder if God still sees you.In this episode, Dr. Hokehe Eko, shares a powerful reminder from 1 John 4:7–19: God’s love does not depend on your performance. Your hardest parenting days do not reduce His love for you.We discuss faith-based parenting for families navigating ADHD and autism, how to hold boundaries with love, and practical ways to reset when overwhelm sets in.
2026-04-2611 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoParent-Led ABA for Autism & ADHD: Proven Home Strategies That Actually Work | Dr. AmaraDr. Eko and Dr. Amara discuss how Parent-Led ABA can be effectively used in real home environments for children with Autism and ADHD.This episode explores why communication often breaks down, how behavior is shaped by environment and reinforcement, and how structured parent-led strategies can reduce meltdowns while increasing functional communication.We cover:• Communication development using evidence-based ABA principles • Reducing behavioral escalation without relying only on therapy hours • Creating consistency between home routines and professional recommendations • Building parent confidence in daily support and intervention • Why parents are often the most...
2026-04-2620 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoParenting Burnout: How to Reclaim Your Energy and Peace Without Guilt | Dr. Tolulope OlabintanParenting is beautiful, but it can also leave you running on empty.In this episode, Dr. Eko and Dr. Tolulope Olabintan had an honest conversation about what it really looks like to care for yourself while caring for everyone else.No unrealistic routines. No guilt trips. Just practical, compassionate strategies to help you manage stress, rest better, set healthy boundaries, and rediscover who you are beyond the parenting role.Because you cannot pour from an empty cup, and your family needs you well. Listen to the full episode on your...
2026-04-2518 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoBeyond Autism diagnosis: A child’s journey from angry outbursts to calm using Integrative Medicine, with Chi BoakyeIn this conversation, Dr. Hokehe Eko is joined by Chi Boakye to discuss a powerful journey beyond an autism diagnosis. The discussion explores how a child once struggling with frequent anger, emotional dysregulation, and intense outbursts experienced significant behavioral and emotional improvement through an integrative medicine approach.Together, they examine how factors such as gut health, nutrition, metabolic imbalance, inflammation, and environmental exposures can influence brain function and behavior in children with autism. The session highlights how looking beyond the diagnosis and addressing underlying biological contributors can support calmer behavior, improved regulation, and stronger parent–child connection.
2026-04-2439 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoHow Holistic Care Changed My Sons Life, with DeeDeeDescription: What happens when a parent is told to “wait and see,” but knows there has to be more? In this powerful episode, Dr. Hokehe Eko sits down with Deedee, a mom with a nursing background who became the practitioner she could not find for her own child.Together, they discuss a root-cause approach to autism support and what “testing, not guessing” can look like for families seeking answers.In this episode, we cover: Why tantrums, constipation, picky eating, speech delay, and frequent infections may signal deeper issues How functional testing can uncover...
2026-04-2340 min
Live Long and Well With Dr. ONutrition & ADHD/Autism: Simple Food Changes That May Help Kids ThriveIn this insightful conversation, integrative pediatrician Dr. Hokehe Eko explains how nutrition affects brain function, behavior, and gut health in children with ADHD and autism.
Discover common food triggers like sugar and artificial dyes, simple healthy swaps, and practical strategies parents can implement to support their child’s growth and behavior. This episode emphasizes starting small, staying consistent, and creating sustainable lifestyle changes for the whole family.
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2026-04-0827 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoADHD and Autism Beyond Medication: A Holistic Pediatric Path - hosted by Dr Stanley EkiyorIn this invited conversation, Dr. Hokehe Eko, board-certified pediatrician and founder of Glow Pediatrics, shares a clinical, integrative perspective on autism and ADHD that moves beyond medication-first approaches. She discusses how gut health, immune balance, nutrition, and environmental factors shape behavior and regulation, and offers practical frameworks for supporting neurodivergent children with clarity and compassion.Guest: Dr. Hokehe Eko, MD Host: Dr. Stanley Ekiyor Original Platform: Unstitching ADHD – Urban Education Talks Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform and check out the video ver...
2026-02-2742 min
Unstitching ADHD: Urban Ed Talks with Dr. Stanley EkiyorEpisode 37: Beyond Medication: A Holistic Pediatrician's Approach to ADHD & Autism- Dr. Hokehe EkoSend us Fan MailWhat if the solution to your child's ADHD or Autism symptoms isn't just medication—but what's on their plate?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Hokehe Eko, a holistic pediatrician who transformed her own daughter's health by addressing root causes rather than just symptoms. When her 9-year-old's lips turned jet black and her grades plummeted, Dr. Eko discovered that food sensitivities were at the heart of the problem. Within six weeks of dietary changes, her daughter's lips returned to pink, behavior improved, and skin cleared up.
2026-02-2741 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoHelping Neurodiverse Learners Thrive In School And At HomeHelping Neurodiverse Learners Thrive In School And At Home is a special live session featuring Dr. Stanley Ekiyor, created for parents, educators, and caregivers who support neurodivergent children and teens.In this powerful conversation, Dr. Ekiyor shares practical, actionable strategies for strengthening executive functioning skills, reducing academic stress, improving parent–school collaboration, and creating supportive environments where children feel understood, confident, and empowered.This session is designed to equip you with clear tools and insights to help neurodivergent learners thrive not just get by both in school and at home. Listen to th...
2026-02-2430 min
The PAWsitive Choices PodcastThe Power of Love: How to Truly Hear What Your Child is Telling You with Dr. Hokehe EkoHappy Holidays, everyone! 🎄 This conversation with Dr. Eko is the perfect reminder to lead with love and focus on connection during this busy time of year.📺 Watch the full video version on YouTube! https://youtu.be/HWxqiUnuHmkHow do we truly hear what a child is trying to tell us? In this episode of the PAWsitive Choices Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Hokehe Eko—a board-certified pediatrician, ADHD/Autism expert, and author. We dive deep into why understanding a child's emotional "love language" is the key to strengthening your relationship and how nu...
2025-12-2124 min
Let's Talk Brain Health! 🧠Integrative Brain Health for Neurodivergent Kids: Insights from a Pediatrician with Dr. Hokehe Eko, MD MPH FAAPIn this episode of the Let's Talk Brain Health podcast, Dr. Hokehe Eko explores the crucial role of nutrition in supporting children with ADHD and autism. A board-certified pediatrician and specialist in integrative medicine, Dr. Eko discusses the gut-brain connection, blood sugar regulation, essential nutrients for cognitive support, and practical dietary changes. Sharing insights from her personal journey and professional expertise, Dr. Eko emphasizes the importance of addressing food sensitivities and adopting healthier eating habits to improve behaviors, focus, and overall brain health in neurodivergent children. She provides actionable strategies to help families mak...
2025-10-2929 min
Raising Healthy Kid Brains109. The Gut-Brain Connection: How Food Impacts Your Child's Behavior with Dr. Hokehe EkoToday I'm talking with Dr. Hokehe Eko, a board-certified integrative pediatrician, whose work focuses on the powerful connection between gut health and brain function – especially in children with autism and ADHD. Through stories of children who went from aggressive to calm, from constipated to regular, and from non-verbal to speaking their first words, you'll discover practical dietary changes that can improve your child's quality of life. While these interventions don't cure autism or ADHD, they can significantly enhance therapy outcomes and family dynamics by addressing the underlying inflammation that may be drivin...
2025-09-1127 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoCan a Child Have Both ADHD and Autism? Signs, Treatment & Real Parent InsightsEver wondered why your child's ADHD medication seems to help focus but doesn't stop the meltdowns? The answer might lie in the surprising overlap between ADHD and autism that many families discover only after years of incomplete treatment.Through Ethan's story, we explore how 30-80% of children with autism also meet criteria for ADHD, while 20-50% of children with ADHD simultaneously qualify for autism spectrum disorder. This significant overlap creates unique challenges that medication alone cannot address. When stimulants improve attention but sensory triggers, social struggles, and rigid routines persist, it signals the need for a more...
2025-07-0908 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoWhen the meds stop working… what then? Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform and check out the video version on our YouTube channel!CONNECT WITH ME!If you want to schedule an ADHD/Autism appointment for your child, you may contact Glow Pediatrics:Phone: 405-871-5807Fax: 949-695-2681 info@glowpediatrics.com🌐 Website: www.glowpediatrics.com📱 Instagram: @drhokeheeko / @glowpediatrics📧 dreko@glowpediatrics.com👍 Facebook: Dr.HokeheEko / glowpediatrics 💼 LinkedIn: hokeheeffiongmd
2025-07-0210 min
The Autism RoundtableA Holistic Approach to Autism with Dr. Hokehe EkoWhat if healing your child’s brain started with their gut? In this powerful episode of Autism Roundtable, Leah Gross sits down with Dr. Hokehe Eko, integrative pediatrician and CEO of Glow Pediatrics, to explore how a holistic approach can transform the lives of children with autism and ADHD.Key Questions Explored in the Episode:How does gut health impact brain function in children with autism or ADHD?What role does diet play in managing symptoms?Why is individualized care so important for neurodiverse children?How can parents practically implement holistic strategies at home?
2025-04-2742 min
Mother's Guide Through AutismTreat the Whole Child, Not Just the Symptoms | Dr. Hokehe EkoSend us Fan MailDr. Hokehe Eko is a Board Certified Pediatrician specializing in Integrative Medicine for children with ADHD/Autism on a mission to empower families with neuro-divergent children.In this episode, she shares:- how a change in diet had dramatic effects on her daughter and her patients- why addressing the underlying issues is crucial in helping your autistic child- 4 Pillars of Health- the importance of recognizing the gifts of your child- and more!Enjoy!Dr. Eko Website:...
2025-04-0636 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoGut-Brain Connection: Nurturing Mental Health from the Inside Out With Dr MariaOur gut microbiome significantly impacts brain health, cognition, and emotional well-being for both children and adults through what functional medicine physician Dr. Maria describes as our internal "GI Joes."• Eating diverse plant foods (aim for 30 different types weekly) supports healthy gut bacteria and brain function• Adequate sleep, especially hours before midnight, allows microbiome restoration and cognitive recovery• Fermented foods should be consumed daily as a separate essential food category• Judicious use of antibiotics prevents killing beneficial gut bacteria that can't fully regenerate• Start with small, sustainable changes rather than attempting complete lifestyle overhauls• Outd...
2025-03-3122 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoFatherhood, Autism, and Acceptance: Lessons from 26 Years of Love with Eric WilliamsEric D. Williams is the Founder of Project Elijah Empowering Autism. PEEA is a nonprofit organization established in 2004 based out of West Philadelphia and named after his son Elijah (now 26 years old) who at the age of 3 was diagnosed with autism.PEEA hosts free year-round education and recreation programs for families living with autism/unique abilities who reside in under-resourced communities.Mr. Williams launched the autistic person area street sign initiative on January 23, 2024 for Philadelphia residents. Currently, there 150 signs have been installed. With 21 years of leading an autism foundation & 26 years of being a p...
2025-03-1821 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoS2|E4 Overmedicated & Overwhelmed? How Parents Can Heal Naturally, with Dr. Ruth OdoiWelcome to Brain Power with Dr. Eko, where each week we explore ways to boost brain health through mind, body, emotional, and environmental well-being.In this episode, Dr. Eko welcomes Dr. Ruth Odoi, a board-certified internal medicine physician and founder of Oasis Women's Functional Medicine. Together, they dive into the challenges many mothers face chronic stress, fatigue, and the health risks that come with them. Dr. Ruth shares how functional medicine helps women regain their energy, break free from chronic medications, and take charge of their health....
2025-03-1221 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoS2|E3 Mold Exposure and Maternal Health: Insights and Empowerment, with Dr. Brandy CummingsBattling through a haze of vertigo, anxiety, and depression, Dr. Brandy Cummings discovered the hidden culprit of her chronic health struggles: mold exposure. In this episode of Brain Power with Dr. Eko, Dr. Cummings shares her personal journey from illness to recovery, offering hope and guidance to other mothers facing similar challenges. Her story underscores the necessity of identifying root causes over merely addressing symptoms and has driven her to dedicate her career to supporting women with chronic illnesses. Learn from her wealth of expertise in clinical nutrition and environmental health as she provides actionable insights into improving quality...
2025-02-2425 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoS2|E2 How to Strengthen Family Communication and Trust, with Dr. Maiysha Clairborne.Exploring the transformative power of communication, this episode unveils strategies for building deeper connections with children.Dr. Maiysha Clairborne shares insights on inherited communication styles, the importance of conscious parenting, and ways to listen actively to foster emotional intelligence.In this episode you’ll find:• Importance of communication in parenting • Understanding inherited communication styles • Engaging in peer conversations for growth • Conscious vs. traditional parenting methods • Teaching resilience through effective communication • Modeling honesty about emotions • Active listening as a fundamental tool • Connecting through shared activities and play • Intentional time management...
2025-02-1734 min
Diverse Thinking Different LearningEp. 224: Should I Medicate My Child? – Part 2 with Lance Steinberg, M.D.Following up on last week's episode, we are joined once again by Lance Steinberg, M.D. to further discuss the complex issue of medicating children with conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and depression, and if you missed part 1 of the discussion, be sure to go back and listen to that before diving into part 2! In this continuation of our discussion, Dr. Steinberg sheds more light on the approach that is required when considering medication, stressing that a thoughtful evaluation is important before immediately jumping to medical solutions. Dr. Steinberg offers some insights into the FDA-approved medications...
2025-02-1133 minBrain Power with Dr. EkoS2|E1 Empowering Families to Travel and Thrive, with US Air Force Veteran Dina FarmerDiscover the transformative journey of Ms. Dina Farmer, a US Air Force veteran who turned life's challenges into a mission to empower families with special needs. Driven by her own experiences as a military spouse and the mother of two children with autism, Dina shares invaluable insights into how travel can become a powerful tool for self-care and development. She sheds light on the unique hurdles faced by military families, from frequent relocations to career disruptions, and how these experiences fueled her passion for creating Spectrum Getaways. This initiative is not just about travel—it's about crafting accessible adventures th...
2025-02-1017 min