Little Brains Big Steps

Little Brains Big Steps
Podcast Description
**Little Brains, Big Steps** is a podcast dedicated to supporting families of children with special needs. Hosted by Franchesca Cox, an occupational therapist, and Megan Williams, a speech-language pathologist, the show explores therapy techniques, expert insights, and heartfelt stories. With a focus on neuromuscular conditions, feeding challenges, and developmental delays, Franchesca and Megan provide practical strategies and a sense of community to empower parents. Join them on a journey of hope, growth, and progress—because every little brain is capable of big steps!
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as neuromuscular conditions, feeding challenges, neuroplasticity, and developmental delays. Specific episodes, like All About MNRI Therapy, delve into therapeutic approaches while discussing real-life success stories and practical strategies for parents navigating complex challenges.

**Little Brains, Big Steps** is a podcast dedicated to supporting families of children with special needs. Hosted by Franchesca Cox, an occupational therapist, and Megan Williams, a speech-language pathologist, the show explores therapy techniques, expert insights, and heartfelt stories. With a focus on neuromuscular conditions, feeding challenges, and developmental delays, Franchesca and Megan provide practical strategies and a sense of community to empower parents. Join them on a journey of hope, growth, and progress—because every little brain is capable of big steps!
Join Franchesca and Megan as they dive into the real meaning of vision—and spoiler alert, it’s way more than just seeing clearly.
In this episode, we're chatting all about visual processing—how the brain makes sense of what the eyes see—and why it matters for everything from learning to moving, talking, and even eating. We’ll break down the brainy stuff in a super relatable way and share red flags to look out for, plus simple strategies you can try at home.
💡 You’ll hear about:
How vision works in the brain (not just the eyes!)
Common signs of visual processing challenges
The link between vision, learning, speech & motor skills
How the visual and vestibular systems are besties
Real-life tips + cool research insights
Whether you're a parent, therapist, or just curious—this convo will help you “see” things in a whole new way. 👓
Hit play and come hang with us!
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