Wrapping up the May series centered around motherhood in various ways and what a journey it’s been! Celebrate the diverse guests who continue transforming how we live today for a much better tomorrow featuring brief segments from inspiring episodes regarding life, death, hope, autism, premature births, immigration, surrogacy, and more.
Guest Segments: Victoria Sanchez, AKA Mom; Cody Unser, transverse myelitis and paralysis; Coach Kyra King, listen to your body; Galen Green DeVisser and Christian DeVisser, hopeful and positive – glioblastoma; Nellie Hardin, developing skills in children; Julie Cluff, building a life after losing a child; Larry Grummer-Strawn, World Health Organization, maternity leave and breastfeeding; Robert DeLaurentis, peace pilot who circumnavigated between North and South Poles; Britney Calkins and Kyla Maurer, surrogacy; Sergio Troncoso, Immigration; Podiatrist Dr. Stephanie Parks, Starlight Ranch Animal Rescue; Dr. Leanne Sculli, Earth to Autism and Repair Cafe; Valerie Legendre, occupational therapists in the NICU, premature babies; Gloria Robinson, home caregiver.
Larry Grummer-Strawn works on infant and young child feeding nutrition for the World Health Organization focusing on global strategies for breastfeeding support. His work includes initiatives such as maternity leave to help women continue breastfeeding after childbirth. Breastfeeding is crucial for a child’s health and survival yet less than half of infants under six months are exclusively breastfed, contrary to WHO recommendations.
Valerie Legendre is an occupational therapist focused on supporting premature infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). She equips families with knowledge and skills to foster their baby’s development highlighting skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding. Her aim is to ensure that families leave with the confidence and understanding they need for a smooth transition home.
How do you want to inspire change? Robert DeLaurentis, the Peace Pilot, embodies courage and optimism through his peace mission. Circumnavigating the South Pole to the North Pole in a partially biofuel powered twin-engine propeller plane he also collected valuable science data. Despite uncertainties and challenges including fuel tank leaks, he remained dedicated to promoting…
Meet Robert DeLaurentis, the Peace Pilot—retired Navy Lieutenant Commander, author, inductee into the Legends of Flight Hall and Fame, and entrepreneur. He flew solo from the South Pole to the North Pole in a biofuel-powered twin-engine plane collecting data for research with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and NASA. His mission sought to inspire change and confront fear while fostering a harmonious relationship with nature.
How to transform your music talent into a business success. Pianist and entrepreneur, Michael Hemsworth stresses the value of music education. Beginning his journey at the age of 19, he expanded his musical empire, New Song Music to serve 1,300 students each week through music lessons. He believes that music cultivates harmony in the world and bridges diversity.
Pianist Michael Hemsworth, author of Mr. Michael’s Music Maker Manual, highlights parental support in children’s musical development which fosters cognitive and emotional growth. Music enhances brain function, reading skills, and neurodiversity while actually playing instruments improves fine motor skills, memory, pitch recognition, rhythm, and listening discrimination. Creative expression is essential.
Is your drinking water safe? Test, don’t guess what’s swirling in your water. How much do you know about your drinking water? Investigate potential contaminants like arsenic or chlorine. Cydian Kauffman from Pure Water Northwest provides important insights about this vital lifeline.
What do you know about your drinking water? What is in it? Any arsenic? Do you test your water? Does your drinking water smell like a swimming pool full of chlorine? Cydian Kauffman from Pure Water Northwest offers valuable insights into our vital resource.
Expert fundraiser, Jeff Schreifels, helps nonprofits alleviate needs around the world. He co-founded Veritus Group, a prominent leader in major gift and mid-level fundraising. Jeff has helped St. Jude’s and United Way raise millions through strong donor relationships. As a speaker and author Jeff aims to transform nonprofit fundraising.