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The Mind-Body Connection with Dr. Kelly

The Mind-Body Connection with Dr. Kelly

By: Dr. Kelly Davis
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 A podcast focused on mind-body wellness and integrative healthcare, with interviews, panel discussions, and storytelling from experts, including Dr Kelly, who are leading the change by modeling a more holistic approach to health and well-being, personally and professionally.Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • How Trusting Your Gut Can Prevent Long-Term Feeding & Behavioral Issues in Children

    How Trusting Your Gut Can Prevent Long-Term Feeding & Behavioral Issues in Children
    May 8 2026
    Rooted in Truth: Navigating Infant Feeding, Nervous System Regulation, and Holistic Parenting with Ashley Waguespack Episode Overview: Join Dr. Kelly and Ashley Waguespack, an occupational therapist and feeding specialist, as they explore the intricate connections between feeding, nervous system regulation, and holistic family health. Ashley shares her journey through motherhood, her innovative "T.R.U.T.H." method, and practical tools to empower parents navigating feeding challenges and developmental leaps. Main Topics Covered: Ashley's background in occupational therapy and her evolution into infant feeding and airway health.The significance of early intervention and addressing feeding and sensory issues before habits form.The "Rooted in Truth" method—teach, reclaim, understand, trust, and heal—and its holistic approach.The impact of social media, comparison, and self-trust on maternal mental health during feeding journeys.The importance of validation, intuitive trust, and collaborative care in family-centered feeding support.Practical strategies for tummy time, regulating the nervous system, and supporting infant development.The dangers of container devices and the importance of variability in movement and positioning.The role of simple daily routines in caregiver regulation. Timestamps & Key Points: (00:00) - Welcome: Introduction to Ashley Waguespack and podcast intentions (01:26) - Ashley’s 20+ years as an OT and her practice evolution (02:14) - Deep dive into infant airway health and sensory regulation (04:14) - The critical window for addressing feeding difficulties early (06:00) - Launch of Ashley’s book, Rooted in Truth, and its inspiration (07:20) - The meaning behind the "Truth" method—teach, reclaim, understand, trust, and heal (08:13) - Normalizing maternal feelings and the impact of social media comparison (09:27) - Supporting maternal confidence and trusting intuition (12:37) - The importance of maternal validation and listening to gut feeling (14:17) - Navigating doubt between parent intuition and medical guidance (17:09) - Regulating the nervous system during medical visits and feeding struggles (20:00) - Strategies for holistic, family-centered care and co-regulation (26:40) - Practical advice: after every diaper change, engage in tummy time (28:23) - The importance of positional variability and free movement for development (29:49) - Thoughtful strategies to support infant regulation through movement and social connection (35:29) - Using grounding, prayer, and nature as tools for caregiver self-regulation (40:41) - Closing remarks: supporting parents, continuous learning, and passion for holistic care Resources & Links: Ashley’s Book - Rooted in TruthSensory Solutions TherapyInstagram - SensorySolutionsTherapyInstagram - TheFaithOTLori Hendrickson’s Infant Craniosacral Therapy Connect with Ashley: WebsiteInstagram | TheFaithOTFacebookCall: (985) 665-7575 Ashley's Personal Tools for Regulation: Daily prayer and faith-based reflectionOutdoor movement and grounding in natureGentle movement, tummy time, and play-based approaches to infant regulation Ashley’s work beautifully exemplifies a holistic, family-centered approach to infant health—integrating physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Her insights remind caregivers and practitioners that trust, validation, and simple daily habits can foster profound growth and resilience in both parent and child.
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    41 mins
  • Healing Through Touch: Carolynn Anderson on the transformative power of Medical Massage

    Healing Through Touch: Carolynn Anderson on the transformative power of Medical Massage
    Oct 3 2025

    This week on The Mind-Body Connection, Dr. Kelly Davis welcomes Carolynn Anderson, LMT, CMMP — founder of CMA Medical Massage, uniting nursing roots with advanced bodywork for lasting relief.

    From her early years inspired by Dr. Ross Turchaninov to founding her own practice in 2014, Carolynn has devoted her career to helping people find relief from pain that often feels unsolvable. With a background in home health care, nursing, and years of advanced training, she blends deep knowledge with a heartfelt, hands-on approach.

    Don’t miss this conversation on the healing power of touch and how medical massage can transform lives.
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    39 mins
  • The Fascial Frontier: Dr. Jan Dommerholt on Pain, EDS, and Dry Needling

    The Fascial Frontier: Dr. Jan Dommerholt on Pain, EDS, and Dry Needling
    Sep 15 2025

    Dr. Jan Dommerholt is co-founder and president/CEO of Myopain Seminars. Together with Robert Gerwin, Jan started teaching dry needling courses in 1996, first in Spain and, from 1997 onwards, also in the USA and countless other countries.

    Jan is a Dutch-trained physical therapist with a Master of Professional Studies degree with a concentration in Biomechanical Trauma and Healthcare Administration from Lynn University and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Dr. Dommerholt has taught hundreds of courses and lectured at over 80 conferences

    The American Physical Therapy Association recognized his achievements by awarding him the 2014 Henry O. and Florence P. Kendall Practice Award.

    Dr. Dommerholt has edited several books on myofascial pain, dry needling, and manual physical therapy, authored about 80 book chapters, and more than 140 articles on dry needling, myofascial pain, fibromyalgia, complex regional pain syndrome, and performing arts physical therapy.

    He is president/CEO of Bethesda Physiocare® in Bethesda, MD (www.bethesdaphysiocare.com).
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    41 mins
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