Somer DelSignore

Somer DelSignore Restoring the Pediatric Terrain.” I also offer wellness consultations and IV therapy to help patients decrease inflammation and boost the immune system.

Hudson Valley Integrative Health
Dr. Somer DelSignore, DNP, Fellow MAPS, AAOT, ILADS Member Professional speaker, author and adjunct professor, CEO/Founder
“Beyond Symptoms.Beyond Diagnosis. I treat the PANS, Lyme, Autoimmune Encephalopathy and Autism connection with root cause medicine providing comprehensive, integrative consultation for pediatric patients up to 26 years old afflicted chronic underlying infection, toxic exposures and immune imbalances.

09/03/2026

What do I want every mom and child navigating tick-borne disease to know?

Recovery is possible. Don’t give up.

🎙️In this podcast episode with , I discuss congenital vector-borne infections, exploring how in utero exposure to pathogens and maternal immune activation may influence brain development, immune programming, and later neuropsychiatric or developmental challenges.

But understanding the why is only part of the conversation.

What does healing look like for patients?

For many children with complex chronic conditions, care may require looking at multiple pieces of the puzzle, including inflammation, infections, gut health, toxins, detoxification, and nervous system support.

💡The goal isn’t to treat one symptom at a time, but understand the whole child and how to develop an individualized treatment plan that supports their unique healing journey from multiple angles.

💚If you’re a parent navigating a complex health journey with your child, remember that you don’t need to have all the answers today. Keep asking questions and don’t lose hope.

To listen to the full episode, tune in on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

09/03/2026

When PANS/PANDAS + ARFID Collide: Think Beyond the Plate

When a child suddenly stops eating, develops intense food fears, sensory aversions, or becomes extremely selective, it may be more than “picky eating.”
With PANS/PANDAS, restrictive eating can be part of the neuropsychiatric picture—and the nervous system, immune system, gut, and nutrition status can all play a role.

So what can parents focus on?
1. Nourish first. 🍽️
When food choices are limited, perfection is not the goal. Prioritize calories, protein, healthy fats, fluids, and key nutrients. A safe food that a child will actually eat is more helpful than a “perfect” meal that causes panic.

2. Lower the pressure.
Food anxiety and pressure can create a vicious cycle. Build safety before variety. Let children look, smell, touch, or taste foods when they’re ready.

3. Support the gut. 🌱
Constipation, reflux, GI discomfort, food intolerances, nutrient deficiencies, and malabsorption can all affect eating. Don’t assume every food reaction is behavioral.

4. Look for the WHY.
Is the restriction driven by OCD or fear? Sensory sensitivity? Nausea or pain? Anxiety? An infectious trigger? Immune or inflammatory activation? The reason behind the restriction matters.

5. Don’t create more food fear.
An anti-inflammatory, nutrient-dense diet may be a long-term goal, but eliminating multiple foods at once can further shrink an already limited food repertoire.

6. Support the nervous system. 🫶
Sleep, hydration, predictable routines, gentle movement, time outdoors, slow breathing, and co-regulation can all help create a greater sense of safety.

7. Build the right team.
PANS/PANDAS and ARFID may require collaboration among medical providers, behavioral health professionals, pediatric dietitians, and feeding therapists.

The goal isn't simply “get the child to eat.”

It’s to restore safety → nourish → identify underlying drivers → support health → gradually expand the food world.

A child’s nervous system doesn’t need another battle at the dinner table. It needs safety, nourishment, patience, and an individualized plan.

*This is educational content only. PANS/PANDAS and ARFID require individualized medical evaluation and treatment.

🍎Back to school prep goes beyond school supplies.For children navigating complex chronic health conditions, building hea...
09/03/2026

🍎Back to school prep goes beyond school supplies.

For children navigating complex chronic health conditions, building healthy routines around nutrition is crucial for development, energy and keeping inflammation down.

Think less about perfection and focus on creating simple, sustainable habits ensuring more frequent meals to prevent severe glucose swings.

And remember that every child is different.

🌳Medical history, dietary restrictions, allergies, and sensitivities can all influence what works best for your child.

Your top priority should be establishing routines that help your child feel ready to take on the new school year.

Remember protein and fats with a carb source, never carbs alone.

Frequent meals or snacks, about every 3 hours to prevent blood sugar dips, which are linked to immune flares and inflammation.

👉Swipe now for four nutrition habits to start with your child today.

Do you have any questions about nutrition? I’d love to hear from you in the comments.

08/28/2026

No meditation app.
No calming playlist.
Just the sound of rain, the rumble of thunder, and a porch to pause on.

Nature’s vagus nerve stimulator.

Sometimes, the best R.E.S.E.T. is the one you don’t have to download.

When a child’s behavior changes, it can be easy to only focus on what’s visible.But these behavioral changes can be a si...
08/27/2026

When a child’s behavior changes, it can be easy to only focus on what’s visible.

But these behavioral changes can be a sign that something deeper needs our attention. For parents navigating complex pediatric conditions like PANS/PANDAS, understanding how your child seemingly changes overnight can feel overwhelming.

That’s why looking at the whole clinical picture is essential. Behind every symptom is a child with a unique story and medical history.

🧩Understanding the entire puzzle is an important part of understanding how to best support them.

💡What questions do you have as a parent with a child navigating a complex chronic condition? I’d love to hear from you in the comments.

08/25/2026

What’s one major sign of pediatric Lyme and tick-borne disease?

When a parent tells me “my child’s behavior has seemingly changed overnight”.

Sudden changes in behavior, mood, cognition, or functioning can be difficult to understand, especially when families are navigating complex chronic conditions like Lyme and tick-borne disease.

🎙️I was grateful to sit down with Dana Parish from the Ticktective Podcast and share what I’ve learned after 20+ years of treating children.

Lyme and tick-borne disease care is rarely simple. It requires looking beyond symptoms and looking at the whole clinical picture.

So thank you Bay Area Lyme Foundation for this impactful conversation and bringing awareness to children and families navigating tick-borne disease!

🎧Listen to the full podcast episode on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.

08/21/2026

What if a simple gas your body already makes could help protect your baby from the damage caused by infections during pregnancy?

Molecular Hydrogen

It doesn't kill Lyme, or other vector-borne infections, but research shows it may help protect against the damage those infections can cause downstream.

How?
✅ It calms inflammation in the placenta
✅ Reduces harmful oxidative stress
✅ Helps shield the developing baby’s brain from inflammation-related injury
✅Supports healthier blood flow and placental function

In animal studies, hydrogen even reduced miscarriage caused by infection-like inflammation and lowered damaging inflammatory signals.
Think of it as strengthening the body’s defenses against the fallout — not blocking the infection itself.

Of course, pregnancy is not the time for a one-size-fits-all approach. Every supplement should be thoughtfully considered with your individual health history and care team in mind.

Science is evolving. Stay informed, stay protected.

💧Curious about molecular hydrogen during pregnancy? Drop your questions below!

If you’re a parent navigating back-to-school season, it’s okay to feel excited and even nervous. For children navigating...
08/19/2026

If you’re a parent navigating back-to-school season, it’s okay to feel excited and even nervous.

For children navigating complex health conditions, that transition may require more preparation and patience.

📚A new schedule, classroom, and academic coursework can all take time to adjust to. It’s important to focus on preparation over perfection.

Start easing into routines, communicate with your child’s support system, pay attention to changes from their baseline, and give your family time to get acclimated.

This transition can look different for every child. Meet your child where they are and remember that adjustment takes time.

What tips would you like going into the back-to-school season? Share your questions in the comments.

Coming together as a community is crucial to powering progress for patients. That’s why the opportunity to serve on the ...
08/17/2026

Coming together as a community is crucial to powering progress for patients.

That’s why the opportunity to serve on the planning committee for the upcoming Project Lyme Gala is especially close to my heart.

🌳After supporting countless patients across the country for 10 years, Project Lyme is celebrating with an evening of hope, progress, and impact in the Lyme community this September 14 in New York City.

If you are able, I’d love for you to join me as we celebrate the amazing patients, advocates, researchers, and physicians shaping the future of care.

If you can’t make it, I still invite you to be a part of the Project Lyme community, helping us turn momentum into impact.

To learn more about Project Lyme and their mission, please visit: projectlyme.org.

💚We’re in this together.

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