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Edge of the Nest
Cassie Wilcox & Erica Scheifflee
42 episodes
4 months ago
Does your child struggle with handwriting? What about writing composition in general? Writing is a highly integrative process with many factors to consider. Challenges with writing skills can be confusing and complicated, leaving a child and/or family with no clear direction to take other than to “try harder” or opt-out of traditional writing practices altogether. But what if we could pinpoint the unique needs of a child to help their writing skills flourish? In this episode, Teresa Nair join...
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Does your child struggle with handwriting? What about writing composition in general? Writing is a highly integrative process with many factors to consider. Challenges with writing skills can be confusing and complicated, leaving a child and/or family with no clear direction to take other than to “try harder” or opt-out of traditional writing practices altogether. But what if we could pinpoint the unique needs of a child to help their writing skills flourish? In this episode, Teresa Nair join...
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Parenting
Kids & Family,
Health & Fitness,
Alternative Health,
Mental Health
Episodes (20/42)
Edge of the Nest
Demystifying Writing Challenges in Neurodivergence
Does your child struggle with handwriting? What about writing composition in general? Writing is a highly integrative process with many factors to consider. Challenges with writing skills can be confusing and complicated, leaving a child and/or family with no clear direction to take other than to “try harder” or opt-out of traditional writing practices altogether. But what if we could pinpoint the unique needs of a child to help their writing skills flourish? In this episode, Teresa Nair join...
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4 months ago
52 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Help! My Kid Is Refusing School!
“My child HATES school.” “It’s like pulling teeth to get my child to school.” “I literally can’t get my kid to go to school.” If you’re facing school refusal issues in your home, you’re not alone. As the educational landscape simultaneously shifts and stagnates in the United States, increasing numbers of children struggle to engage in school and learning. What do we do about it? Listen to this episode to find out! In this 5th episode of our 6-part series, Erica and Cassie once again join Tere...
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5 months ago
52 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Executive Function from a Multi-Level View
We’re circling back to a hot topic—Executive Function. This multi-layered set of skills is impacted by many building blocks of development, and challenges can present in a myriad of ways. As a continuation of our six-part series with Teresa Nair, in this episode you will hear about: Descriptions of Executive Function from multiple perspectivesNature and nurture contributionsThe integrative and developmental pathways of executive function which includes:Physical/sensoryEmotionalExperientialRel...
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6 months ago
1 hour 19 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Navigating PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)
PDA is a concept still in its infancy in the United States. Otherwise known as Pathological Demand Avoidance, this behavior profile is often associated with autism and pervasively impacts a person’s ability to participate in meaningful everyday activities. The physiological experience becomes a powerful barrier—even in activities that a person wants to do. It’s not that a person won’t participate, it’s that they can’t. So how do we address PDA, and how do we make sure we are helping kids grow...
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7 months ago
1 hour 17 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Anxiety from a Whole-Person Perspective
Have you ever experienced anxiety? What about someone you know and love? Statistically speaking, very few people will live their entire life WITHOUT being touched by anxiety in some way. For such a small word, the topic is MASSIVE. And we're left with so many questions. Like...why do some people experience so much anxiety that it negatively impacts their lives? Is it something we must live with forever? Is it just our genetics? What can be done besides “talk therapy” and medication? I...
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8 months ago
1 hour 10 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Self-Regulation: A Parent's Guide
To kick off Season 4 of Edge of the Nest, Erica and Cassie are bringing back a popular guest—Teresa Nair. Thanks to our listeners who loved the "Neurodivergence and Twice Exceptionality" (Season 3; #31) episode, we’ve asked Teresa to join us for several thoughtfully chosen topics that hit close to home for many families—whether they have neurotypical OR neurodivergent children. In this episode, our mini roundtable discussion is on Self-Regulation. We will discuss: The umbrella term of S...
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9 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes

Edge of the Nest
New Season, New Format!
We're about to kick off our fourth season here at Edge of the Nest, and we're doing things a little differently this time around. For Season 4, we are bringing back Teresa Nair to have mini roundtable talks around: Self-RegulationAnxietyPDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)Executive FunctionSchool RefusalWriting SkillsAnd if you have any additional topic requests, we would love for you to email us! Some of our favorite past episodes have been inspired by listener requests. You can email at ...
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10 months ago
9 minutes

Edge of the Nest
The Benefits of Rough and Tumble Play
Did you know that “rough and tumble play” is associated with greater motor, cognitive, and emotional development in children? But it goes way beyond play wrestling! Join Erica and Cassie to hear about all things rough and tumble. We will cover: What are the benefits of rough and tumble play?What constitutes rough and tumble play?What if I don’t want to or can’t wrestle with my kids?How do I keep myself and my child safe during rough and tumble play?**Resources** The Art of Roughhousing: Good ...
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1 year ago
46 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Neurodivergence and Twice Exceptionality: Moving Beyond the Struggle
Does your child struggle in school? Maybe academics are the challenge. Perhaps their difficulties are more related to the social or emotional aspects of school. Does your child have a diagnosis such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, dysgraphia, etc? Do sensory processing challenges impact your child’s success? If any of these ring true, this episode is here to empower YOU. Join Erica and Cassie as we chat with our special guest, Teresa Nair. Teresa helps families navigate the complex journey of neur...
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1 year ago
1 hour 21 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Approaching Food with Picky Eaters
Picky eating is a HUGE challenge that many parents face. Whether your child eats 5 or 20 foods, if mealtime is a source of stress in your household, this episode is for you. Join Erica and Cassie as they discuss: The power in APPROACHING food and asking “How Can I” support child-food interactions.Why starting with eating is NOT usually the best choice.The nuances of the child-food relationship.The many root causes of picky eating:SensoryMotorPsycho-social-emotionalNutrient deficiencies P...
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1 year ago
55 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Energy Psychology: Achieving Wellbeing Through Subconscious Repatterning
Have you ever thought, “I’m doing all of the right things, so why am I still [insert your life obstacle here]?” In the self-development world, we’ve been told we have the power to change our lives. That we just need to get out of our own way. That once we know better, we will do better. But what if you’ve committed yourself to the changes and still are experiencing: Immense stressChronic illnessEmotional dysregulation Relationship issues with your spouse, child, parent, etcLow self-worth...
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1 year ago
52 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Balancing Behavior with Relational Attunement
For any parent who becomes confused or overwhelmed by your child’s behavior at times—this episode is for you. As relational developmental therapists, we do not set out to “fix” behavior but rather help parents and other caregivers to understand a child’s behavior and respond in a way that supports balance, growth, and harmony in the future. Join Erica for this solo episode as she describes the “tools” for relationally resetting your child’s nervous system and mitigate the most challenging beh...
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1 year ago
35 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Am I Making Life Harder Than It Needs to Be?
How do you respond to life’s obstacles? Do you often feel a state of FLOW or RESISTANCE in your life? In this brief episode, Erica and Cassie begin to “plant the seed” for reflection upon the thoughts and actions you take to either facilitate or block ease in the day-to-day. It’s perfectly normal to feel things such as worry, frustration, or overwhelm as we navigate life’s twists and turns. In fact, it’s that emotional activation that serves as a signal or catalyst for growth and...
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1 year ago
19 minutes

Edge of the Nest
What is Reflex Integration?
Have you ever thought about what drives INNATE development? How do we begin to learn to move? To use our eyes in a meaningful way? How does the infant begin to lay foundations for future executive function? The answer = Primitive Reflexes! Join Cassie and Erica to learn more about reflex integration as a therapeutic modality to help children and adults address challenges related to motor skills, self-regulation, executive function, visual skills, and more. You’ll learn why Cassie doesn’t like...
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1 year ago
53 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Keeping the Flow in Relationships: It’s Up to YOU
In this special episode, Erica & husband, Jeremy Scheifflee, join forces to share content from their program Feeding Conscious Relationships. Although the content is geared toward romantic partnerships, the concepts can be applied to any intimate, meaningful relationship. “It takes a lot of personal responsibility to make a relationship work." Listen to hear about how Jeremy and Erica transformed their marriage of blame, frustration, and misunderstanding to a relationship of ultima...
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1 year ago
1 hour 5 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Navigating Illness Naturally
It’s January 2024! Perhaps you’re thinking about the months & year to come. Maybe your hopes & dreams are at the top of mind. Likely none of those aspirations include getting sick more often. In fact, getting sick might get in the way of what you want to experience and accomplish this year. For these reasons, it feels like the perfect time to bring you this “Navigating Illness Naturally” episode. In this episode, Cassie dives into: Why it’s beneficial to get sick (occasional...
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1 year ago
29 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Hacking Your Health: Baby Steps Render Huge Results
In this special episode, Natalie Benoit, co-owner of Inspiration Wellness Center, joins us for a BIG talk on taking our health and power back. Join us to hear about Natalie’s own health journey. Natalie shares about having a stroke at 15 years old, experiencing constant migraines, and being diagnosed with bipolar, depression, anxiety, and a neurological disorder. And that’s just to name a few! By age 31 when having her first child, Natalie discovered the path to optimal health and ALL of her ...
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1 year ago
1 hour 41 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Two Relational Tools to Ease Holiday Stress and Pressure
The holiday season is fast approaching. For many, it is something to look forward to. A season filled with gatherings with those we hold dear. A time for celebration. For others, these words are cringe-worthy. We’ve experienced relational rupture and thus have stored memories. We feel unfulfilled and disconnected. And now we anxiously anticipate what’s ahead as we gather with the people we have hurt and/or have hurt us. The first step ...
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2 years ago
15 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Resolving Conflicts between Siblings and Peers
KID FIGHTS: Is it possible to diffuse the situation and build skills for harmony in the future and support emotional intelligence? YES, YES, and YES! Join Erica and Cassie to learn more about the rupture and repair process for the developing brain. We’ll cover topics such as: SharingTeasing and bullyingPerspective-takingSocial negotiationSolid social skills aren’t only important for relationships. They are associated with: Better academic performanceOverall life successBetter health and wel...
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2 years ago
51 minutes

Edge of the Nest
The Day We Had a Fight: Moving from Rupture to Repair
Relationship Fact #1: Breakdowns between people are inevitable! No one is immune to these experiences. Yes, even “relationship experts” cannot hide from this truth. Relationship Fact #2: It’s what we do after the rupture that counts the most! Join Cassie and Erica as we share about the experience we had with miscommunication, confusion, and frustration within one another. In this episode you’ll hear the details about: The circumstances that led to the rupture.The hurts...
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2 years ago
52 minutes

Edge of the Nest
Does your child struggle with handwriting? What about writing composition in general? Writing is a highly integrative process with many factors to consider. Challenges with writing skills can be confusing and complicated, leaving a child and/or family with no clear direction to take other than to “try harder” or opt-out of traditional writing practices altogether. But what if we could pinpoint the unique needs of a child to help their writing skills flourish? In this episode, Teresa Nair join...