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The Lauren Edmunds Podcast

Hi, I’m Lauren Edmunds, and welcome to the Lauren Edmunds Podcast.

In each episode, we dive deep into the world of education and parenting, with a special focus on primary school children with remedial and special needs. Drawing on over 12 years of hands-on experience running Omatas Learning Centre, a special needs school in Johannesburg, along with decades of academic research, I aim to provide valuable insights and practical advice.

I’m excited to share my knowledge with you and hope you find the discussions both informative and inspiring.

Enjoy the show!
Occasionally English South Africa Education · Self-Improvement
50 Episodes
40 – 50

Helping Kids with Dyspraxia: A Parent's Perspective

In this episode, Lauren talks about what it’s like to navigate praxis and dyspraxia—not as a professional, but as a parent. Praxis, or turning thoughts into actions, isn’t something most of us think twice about, but for kids with dyspraxia, it can be a real challenge. Lauren shares how this…
29 Oct 2024 15 min

Meltdowns

In this episode, Lauren talks about meltdowns. What they are and how we handle them. Links: Website: www.omatas.co.za Email: info@omatas.co.za
29 Oct 2024 10 min

Dangers of Low Demand Homes

In this episode, Lauren discusses brain development in children as it relates to low demand home environments.
30 Jul 2024 5 min

Accepting Praise

In this week's episode, I am discussing the importance of accepting praise.
30 Jul 2024 4 min

Finding the Energy for the Day

This episode discusses stress and how we manage it and create the energy we need for the things we need and want to do in life.
30 Jul 2024 13 min

ADHD

This episode discusses ADHD and how we approach it.
30 Jul 2024 12 min

Risk is part of play

This episode discusses the need and importance of play vs the balancing of the risks of play.
30 Jul 2024 8 min
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