In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Lawrence Rosen, our integrative pediatrician, from early in our journey. We discuss why the best outcomes come from a true partnership with your doctor. It’s so important that your doctor take the time to really understand your child and for them to have the curiosity to uncover what could be most helpful in their wellness journey. With that said, he believes that the most vital thing a parent can do is trust their own intuition when it comes to the health of their child. That self-trust will guide you in picking the best practitioners for your child and facilitate a collaborative relationship with every healthcare professional you encounter. We also cover Dr. Rosen’s child-centered approach to health and healing. Through his Whole Health 4 You initiative, he aims to empower children to control their own health and build the foundational principles that encourage a life focused on nutrition, mindfulness, rest, and healthy activity. Lastly, Dr. Rosen shares that the most important thing we can do for ourselves as parents is the practice of living presently. Whether it’s through a yoga practice or daily gratitude list, that awareness will pay us back in dividends!Key TakeawaysThe first few important steps to take (03:15)The first thing Dr. Rosen tells new parents (04:45)It’s critical that parents connect with health care providers with a collaborative focus (12:45)Dr. Rosen’s hybrid care model (16:10)How he empowers children to take control of their health (21:20)Children look to parents as the model for the behaviors they’ll adopt (27:02)His two tips for parents (28:50)The single most important gift we can give ourselves (31:45)Additional ResourcesCheck out The Whole Child Center Learn more about Whole Health 4 You hereTreatment Alternatives For Children by Lawrence Rosen and Jeff CohenFollow Dr. Rosen on Instagram and keep up with the Whole Child initiative with #wholechild4youAre You Running On All Cylinders?  Get your FREE Warrior Parent ScoreTo learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len  on InstagramCheck it out...Autism Parenting Secrets is number 12 on the Top 20 Autism Podcasts by Feedspot?  https://blog.feedspot.com/autism_podcasts/