2 Moms No Fluff

Join Us for a Conversation with Dr. Samango-Sprouse Executive Director and Chief Science Officer of The Focus Foundation We invite you to listen in as we speak with Dr. Samango-Sprouse about the groundbreaking work of The Focus Foundation. Learn how the foundation is making a difference in the lives of families raising children with disabilities, and discover valuable insights from a leader in the field of neurodevelopmental research and support.

Listen in to learn why the All Abilities Parades are so important for our communities and why you should attend! 

All about 1in6 Support Mother's Day events and celebrations. Listen in to hear how you can join the fun!

How can we support our adult children with disabilities as they navigate intimate relationships? In this episode, we speak with Joseph Kaiser (MA, LMFT) a therapist specializing in working with neurodivergent adults, to explore the challenges, joys, and ways to foster healthy and fulfilling connections.

In this episode, we discuss the experience of raising children who literally can't hear you. Our guest, Barbara Raimondo, shares her journey of raising her deaf children and how it led her to become a national advocate for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Author Stacy Ross shares her experiences raising a child with Borderline Personality Disorder, the challenges and triumphs along the way, and her new book, Searching for Slippers.

In this episode, we are proud to introduce you to Songs of Love, a nonprofit with a beautiful mission that we absolutely love! Their work brings personalized songs to children and teens facing medical, physical, or emotional challenges, spreading joy through the power of music. Join us as we dive into their inspiring story and the impact they're making in the lives of so many families!

In this episode, we explore one dad's story of how he supported his young adult son with a disability in navigating intimacy and relationships.

Whether it's video games or online Minecraft adventures, gaming is a big topic for parents of children with disabilities. Join us as we learn from a true gaming expert, Stephen Duetzmann from Engaged Family Gaming, in this episode.

How to raise children with disabilities through lessons learned in dance? Listen to this conversation with dancer and author Joanne De Simone about her new book- Fall and Recovery

In this episode, we dive headfirst into the chaos of parenting a child with disabilities – because when the 's' hits the fan, it's not just a mess, it's an adventure!

A  conversation about art and why it is so important for kids with disabilities?

In this episode we talk about neighbors, and why the relationship with them is so important when your child has a disability. 

A short conversation about our children returning to school, and upcoming IEP meetings.

Join us as we chat about how our daily lives as parents intersect with bigger social issues. We share stories about turning personal experiences into small acts of activism, and making mindful choices for our families. Tune in for a fun and inspiring conversation about making a difference in our own unique ways!

In this episode, we explore life with a progressive diagnosis and discuss strategies for managing the constant changes and uncertainties that come with it, as well as ways to maintain a positive outlook despite the challenges.

The summer has only begun and you are already feeling desperate? Alma and Iris to the rescue with an episode filed with tips and tricks - not just for surviving the summer break - but on actually making it fun for the whole family!

In this episode we discuss why it's so important to teach children with disabilities to swim (if they can), and how to stay safe in and around  water. Listen in to learn some useful tools that can literally save lives...

In this episode we share our insights on gifts for fathers as well as anyone else who is a father figure in our Childs life. Happy Father's Day!

Emily Klein engages in a brutally honest conversation about her daughter's out-of-home placement and how the support systems meant to assist parents in providing in-home care systematically fail them. 

In this episode we explore the delicate topic of how parents can support teens with disabilities - navigating puberty.

Grammy award nominee, Mike LeDonne, joins us as he discusses starting the NYC disability pride parade in honor of his daughter with prader willi syndrome 

Join us on this episode as we explore the joys and challenges of exercising with our kids with disabilities, discussing inclusive activities, adaptive equipment, and the profound impact of physical activity on their well-being and development.

A fascinating interview with Jan Lampman, who shares her story and experiences in nearly four decades as an activist, an advocate, and a leader of disability rights in Michigan and beyond. 

Few experiences are more exhausting, frustrating and painful as having to fight for  our children  when their programs are touted as  safe and inclusive  but are not. Learn how best to advocate in these extra difficult spaces

Learn how an educational advocate can help you ensure your child gets the best support in school and beyond. Get essential tips for your next IEP meeting. Tune in for must-know tools to advocate for your child's education!

Allies are our some of our most important advocates and supporters. In this episode we share practical tips on being a great ally, from lending an ear to pushing for change. Tune in to learn how to make a difference in someone's life!

Meet author, parent and disability activist, Vickie Rubin. Join us as we learn about her adventures raising her 44 year old daughter with a genetic syndrome.

Invisible disabilities: Yes, they exist even if you can't see them. How parents of kids with invisible disabilities carry the burden of proof everywhere they go and the trauma that is caused by having to advocate incessantly in an non-inclusive world.

An unfortunate realty of some marriages is separation/divorce... This Thursday's podcast episode discusses how to make a separation less stressful and more manageable especially when there is a child with a disability in the family. Join us as we interview a lawyer turned divorce coach, Lisa Lisser LZL Coaching, for extremely useful information regarding any partnership whether it's stable or on the rocks....

Raising a child is not an easy task, especially when your child has a disability. Join us to discuss how to find those precious and rare opportunities to recharge…

Marcy Post in a fascinating conversation about life, death and everything in between...

When parenting our children with disabilities is simply overwhelming… An honest discussion of our parenting ‘breaking points' and how to deal with them. 

Physical Accessibility: Someone may be crying before bed if your ice cream shop does not have a ramp. Learn all the ways in which we can make our communities business and organizations physically accessible.

Ableism and internalized ableism- what it means to us as parents of children with disabilities, and what it means to others… 

A father's perspective on raising a child with a disability, autism, and life in general...

In this episode we are hosting Laura Hernandez. You think your life is complete chaos? Laura found a way to systemaize motherhod and simplify our neverending to do lists!

An interview with Catherine Shields, a writer, an educator and a mom to an adult daugther with a disability. Listen in and learn something new!

In this episode Alma and Iris challenge each other with the dilemma of when is the right time to part ways from our children so we can get some very needed rest…

The brilliant idea of one determined mother is now allowing all of us to get some rest. A fascinating interview with Andrea Faris Roberts, the founder and director of the amazing non-profit, “A Mother's Rest”.

Learn about what TRUE inclusion means in this episode where we interview Dr. Priya Lalvani. Dr. Lalvani is Professor at Montclair State University. She teaches courses in Disability Studies and is the coordinator for the Graduate Program in Inclusive Education.

Mom, activist, and author Mei Li, shares her journey with her son with a disability and her unique perspective as a Chinese-American, a Brooklynite and a middle child…

Wow! 2022 flew by but not without 52 episodes from Alma and Iris! Tune in to learn which episodes were our favorites and why, as well as what we have in store for 2 Moms no Fluff in 2023!

A younger sibling's perspective on their brother with a disability may be much different than an older sibling. Listen in to get some insight into what goes on behind closed doors and out in the community for this sibling of an older brother with a disability.

Having another baby after you have had a child with a disability. Whether you are considering your options or have already decided, this candied conversation will certainly resonate with you. 

This week we welcome another mom, Nina Nsilo-Swai , who's son is Autistic. She shares what it's like to love and care for him and concerns about him being Autistic and Black out in the world.

Hotels versus airbnb? We give the pros and cons of each as well as how to make our children feel at home while traveling. Make it a vacation and not just a trip!  

An interesting point of view from Amy Langan who spent the past two decades working with children with multiple disabilities.    

As the holiday season approaches, we are here to help you give and receive gifts that are meaningful, useful and often times free!  

Ready to learn more about what it's like to be Autistic for Maria Linietsky? Listen in to hear part 2 of Maria's beliefs and perspectives regarding her identity, her community and what she'd like to change.  

While air travel is rarely easy, adding children with additional needs to the mix can make it extra challenging. Learn some useful strategies to fly through this...