Brain Power with Dr. Eko

Dr. Hokehe Eko

Brain Power with Dr. Eko is a podcast dedicated to sharing practical strategies for addressing the 4 pillars of health: Brain, Gut, Emotional and Environmental health for both parents and children. 

  1. 6D AGO

    How Communication Devices Help Kids and Adults Speak | Cambri McCoy

    What is AAC, and how can communication devices help children and adults who struggle with speech? In this episode of Brain Power with Dr. Eko, Dr. Eko speaks with Cambri McCoy, a doctor of physical therapy and Solutions Consultant with Tobii Dynavox, about how augmentative and alternative communication, also known as AAC, helps individuals express their needs, thoughts, and emotions more effectively. They discuss who can benefit from AAC, including children with autism, apraxia, and other communication challenges, and they address common myths around speech devices, including the fear that AAC will delay talking. This conversation also explains the difference between low-tech and high-tech AAC, how insurance and funding may work, how early children can start, and why communication devices should be seen as a voice rather than just another screen. This episode is especially helpful for parents, therapists, and caregivers looking for practical guidance on speech support, autism communication tools, and AAC devices for kids and adults. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform and check out the video version on our YouTube channel! CONNECT WITH ME! If you want to schedule an ADHD/Autism appointment for your child, you may contact Glow Pediatrics: Phone: 405-871-5807Fax: 949-695-2681 info@glowpediatrics.com🌐 Website: www.glowpediatrics.com 📱 Instagram: @drhokeheeko / @glowpediatrics 📧 dreko@glowpediatrics.com 👍 Facebook: Dr.HokeheEko / glowpediatrics  💼 LinkedIn: hokeheeffiongmd

    18 min
  2. APR 30

    Autism Parenting, Burnout & Finding Peace as a Parent | Joké Durojaiye

    What does an autism diagnosis really mean for your child, and what should you do next? In this powerful episode, Dr. Eko sits down with Joké Durojaiye, mother of a child with the autism spectrum, certified life coach, and author of Unmute Yourself. This conversation moves beyond the diagnosis to address what parents truly face: uncertainty, advocacy, daily care, and long-term planning. Joké shares her lived experience navigating autism, including early signs, diagnosis challenges, therapy decisions, school advocacy, and raising a child with both autism and medical complexity. This episode offers clarity, encouragement, and practical guidance for parents at every stage. What You’ll Learn: • What an autism diagnosis can mean in everyday life • Early signs of autism and when to act • The emotional impact of diagnosis and how to process it • Why advocacy in healthcare and school systems matters • Practical strategies for daily care and building independence • How structure and routine support autistic children • Why parental self-care and asking for help are essential Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform and check out the video version on our YouTube channel! CONNECT WITH ME! If you want to schedule an ADHD/Autism appointment for your child, you may contact Glow Pediatrics: Phone: 405-871-5807Fax: 949-695-2681 info@glowpediatrics.com🌐 Website: www.glowpediatrics.com 📱 Instagram: @drhokeheeko / @glowpediatrics 📧 dreko@glowpediatrics.com 👍 Facebook: Dr.HokeheEko / glowpediatrics  💼 LinkedIn: hokeheeffiongmd

    32 min
  3. APR 29

    Understanding the Root Causes of Autism Meltdowns and How to Respond Effectively | Dr. Jalelah Abdul-Raheem

    Autism meltdowns are often misunderstood as behavior problems, when in reality they are neurological responses to overwhelm. In this live session, Dr. Eko is joined by Dr. Jalelah Abdul-Raheem, Certified Nurse Educator and Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, who also brings lived experience as a parent of a child with autism. This discussion focuses on understanding the root causes of meltdowns and how to respond with clarity and structure. In this session, you will learn: What a meltdown is and how it differs from a tantrum The underlying neurological and sensory causes Common triggers across home, school, and community settings Early warning signs before escalation Practical strategies to respond during a meltdown What supports recovery after a meltdown How to reduce frequency through proactive regulation strategies Gaps in care and how families can better advocate for support This is not about managing behavior. It is about understanding the child, supporting regulation, and creating a clear path forward for families navigating autism. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform and check out the video version on our YouTube channel! CONNECT WITH ME! If you want to schedule an ADHD/Autism appointment for your child, you may contact Glow Pediatrics: Phone: 405-871-5807Fax: 949-695-2681 info@glowpediatrics.com🌐 Website: www.glowpediatrics.com 📱 Instagram: @drhokeheeko / @glowpediatrics 📧 dreko@glowpediatrics.com 👍 Facebook: Dr.HokeheEko / glowpediatrics  💼 LinkedIn: hokeheeffiongmd

    26 min
  4. APR 28

    After the Diagnosis: Next Steps Every Autism & ADHD Parent Should Know | Indy Wilburn

    Receiving an autism or ADHD diagnosis for your child can bring both clarity and many new questions. What happens next? Where should families begin? What services and supports should they be looking for? In this live session, Dr. Hokehe Eko, integrative pediatrician and founder of Glow Pediatrics, is joined by Indy Nelson, Glow Pathways Coordinator, to discuss the essential next steps families should take after a diagnosis. Together, they will walk through how parents can move from uncertainty to a clear plan of action for their child’s development and support. In this session we discuss: What typically happens after an autism or ADHD diagnosis Why many families feel lost after the evaluation process The most important first steps parents should take How to navigate therapies, school support, and community resources How Glow Pathways helps guide families through the journey after diagnosis Glow Pathways is designed to help families connect with the right services, resources, and support systems so children can thrive. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform and check out the video version on our YouTube channel! CONNECT WITH ME! If you want to schedule an ADHD/Autism appointment for your child, you may contact Glow Pediatrics: Phone: 405-871-5807Fax: 949-695-2681 info@glowpediatrics.com🌐 Website: www.glowpediatrics.com 📱 Instagram: @drhokeheeko / @glowpediatrics 📧 dreko@glowpediatrics.com 👍 Facebook: Dr.HokeheEko / glowpediatrics  💼 LinkedIn: hokeheeffiongmd

    17 min

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Brain Power with Dr. Eko is a podcast dedicated to sharing practical strategies for addressing the 4 pillars of health: Brain, Gut, Emotional and Environmental health for both parents and children. 

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