The Effects of Recurrent Middle Ear Disease on Reflex Integration & Development

Special Live Guest Speaker Event The Effects of Recurrent Middle Ear Disease on Reflex Integration & Development

Presented by: Dr. Leah Light, Au.D., Founder & Director of the Brainchild Institute

Monday, November 10, 2025

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT

Registration: $25 (includes 7-day replay access)

All proceeds support NeuroReflex Integration Education & Research

Research shows that children with early middle ear fluid often experience vestibular deficits in addition to hearing challenges. These sensory disruptions can lead to speech, motor, and learning delays due to sensory deprivation and delayed maturation of primitive/primary reflex pathways—especially when the condition persists or recurs within the first year of life.

In this informative session, Dr. Leah Light, Au.D., will share her extensive experience in neurodevelopment, neuroplasticity, and auditory processing to help therapists and professionals:

• Understand how middle ear congestion impacts reflex integration and sensory-motor development.

  
  

• Recognize signs that indicate the need for audiology or ENT referral to prevent long-term developmental effects.

  
  

• Review real-life case examples that illustrate how middle ear congestion can affect early movement and development — and why timely recognition is essential.

  
  

This session is ideal for therapists, educators, and medical professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of the connection between auditory health and reflex maturation.

About the Speaker:

Dr. Leah Light is the founder and director of the Brainchild Institute in Plantation, FL. With over 30 years of experience in neurodevelopment and auditory processing, Dr. Light is a certified Core Specialist in the Masgutova Method, focusing on retained primary reflexes that often underlie communicative and learning challenges. She holds advanced degrees in Audiology (Au.D., M.S.) and Special Education (B.A.) and is certified by both ASHA and the American Academy of Audiology. Her integrative audiology approach emphasizes treating the whole child—improving listening, attention, and learning through reflex and sensory integration.

Registration Details:

• $25 – Includes 7-day replay access

• All proceeds support NeuroReflex Integration Education & Research.

• Attend comfortably with your camera on or off.

• Recording (audio or video) is strictly prohibited.

  
  

Can’t make it live? No problem! Register to receive 7-day replay access delivered straight to your inbox. Please allow up to 48 hours after the scheduled session to receive your link.

Gentle Reminder:This session is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult a qualified professional regarding specific medical conditions or interventions.