Podcasts about children with special needs

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This week on The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Jess Ronne, founder of The Lucas Project and author of the upcoming book Caregiving with Grit and Grace: 100 Days of Hope and Encouragement (available for pre-order now, launching December 3rd, 2024). Jess is a fierce advocate for caregivers, a mother to eight, and a trailblazer in supporting families who care for individuals with disabilities. In this heartfelt conversation, Jess opens up about her personal journey, including the challenges and triumphs she has faced as a caregiver to her son Lucas, who has profound disabilities, and caregiver to her husband Jason before he passed away from brain cancer. She shares how she found love again and merged families - and how they became a family of 8. Jess discusses why she started The Lucas Project, her mission to create more support, awareness, and respite resources for caregivers, and the reality of balancing advocacy with her own caregiving responsibilities. The Lucas Project is dedicated to transforming the world for caregivers and their families, offering community, resources, and most importantly, a voice for those navigating this path. Jess's story is one of resilience, faith, and a relentless drive to provide hope to others walking this often difficult road. In this episode, you'll hear: Jess's inspiring life story and her journey into caregiving; How The Lucas Project came to be and the impact it's making for families with similar experiences; The story and heart behind Jess' new book Caregiving with Grit and Grace, and why it's so important to offer hope and encouragement to caregivers; Honest insights into the highs and lows of caregiving and the transformative power of community support; Powerful stories from families who have been uplifted through The Lucas Project's work; And so much more! For more information on Jess and The Lucas Project, please visit: www.1GirlRevolution.com/jessronne  Pre-order Jess' new book here: https://shorturl.at/UB9rl  Listen and Subscribe: Don't miss this inspiring episode – and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information on 1 Girl Revolution and to hear more stories from world-changing women and girls, please visit: www.1GirlRevolution.com

Megan Ashley joins the Perrys to talk about her upbringing, faith journey, and hardships of the past several years. As a mom to a child with autism, Megan believes the church should step in to support families, and she's advocating for churches to become more conscious of special needs. Jackie, Preston and Megan Ashley also talk about the dichotomy of darkness and beauty in their city of Atlanta, discussing the hope and expectation they have for what comes of this month's Acts 242 discipleship conference.Follow Megan Ashley on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/immeganashley/Check out her podcast, In Totality – https://www.themeganashley.com/podcast Subscribe to the Perrys' newsletter.To support the work of the Perrys, donate via PayPal.To advertise with the Perrys, visit WithThePerrys.com/Partner.www.withtheperrys.comwww.jackiehillperry.comwww.preston-perry.com

In this episode, Hannah and Ann discuss auditory processing, what it looks like to have a high and a low auditory threshold, and what you can do to accommodate for kids with different auditory processing needs to help them feel regulated. Give it a listen to hear All About Auditory! Watch the video of this podcast: https://youtu.be/s-xM3espC2g Check out our blog on hearing: https://www.littlelighthouse.org/supporting-sensory-needs-auditory-sensory-needs/ Every kid deserves a chance to be a kid. Little Light House provides tuition-free, Christian education and therapeutic services for children with special needs and their families. Learn more at https://www.littlelighthouse.org Be social with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/llhtulsa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llhtulsa Donate: https://www.littlelighthouse.org/give-help Join THECREW: https://www.littlelighthouse.org/the-crew

In this episode, Hannah and Ann discuss the vestibular sense (sense of balance and movement), what it looks like to have a high and a low vestibular threshold, and what you can do to accommodate for kids with different vestibular needs to help them feel regulated. Give it a listen to Venture into Vestibular! Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q-74D2B799M Check out our blog on the vestibular sense: https://www.littlelighthouse.org/supporting-sensory-needs-vestibular-sensory-needs/ Every kid deserves a chance to be a kid. Little Light House provides tuition-free, Christian education and therapeutic services for children with special needs and their families. Learn more at https://www.littlelighthouse.org Be social with us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/llhtulsa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/llhtulsa Donate: https://www.littlelighthouse.org/give-help Join THECREW: https://www.littlelighthouse.org/the-crew

Celebrating 25 years of pioneering child-centred therapy, a leading paediatric therapy centre in Singapore has unveiled a new 10,000 square feet Centre of Excellence in Bukit Merah, which is about the size of 3 and a half tennis courts. Known for its holistic approach to early childhood intervention, the centre offers therapy beyond clinic walls, reaching into homes and schools to support children with special needs. As part of its milestone, the centre has also launched NIVAA, a cutting-edge health tech platform connecting families with qualified professionals for home-based therapy and tutoring. How will these innovations shape the future of paediatric therapy in Singapore? Here's our conversation with Dr. Suvi Pitkola, Founder and Director, Kaleidoscope Therapy Centre.   Presented by Audrey Siek This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some children with special needs often need around the clock care. Some of that is provided by schools and respite care.But when they turn 18 – a lot of that disappears. Parents are suddenly expected to be able to provide 24 hour care. Should there be more support?Adrian Kennedy is joined by Tom Clonan, Independent Senator and Aisling McNiffe to discuss.

Parents of students at St Killian's Special School in Cork say their children with intellectual disabilities are regressing as therapeutic interventions were withdrawn from the school four years ago. To tell us more reporter Barry Lenihan.

Jenifer Breaux is a retired army veteran who is the owner of JB Travel Pros, a franchise of Dream Vacations, where she helps people travel the world with excitement. Jenifer is also an expert in traveling the world with children with special needs as the mother of two amazing young men who both are on the autism spectrum.In this episode she shares:- her stories of resilience in getting her children's diagnoses- practical tips to families with neurodivergent children for overcoming the challenges of travel - the importance of creating family memories- and more!Enjoy!Jenifer's Website:https://www.iamjeniferbreaux.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/iamjeniferbreauxInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/iamjeniferbreauxPurchase my book A Mother's Guide Through Autism:https://amothersguidethroughautismbook.com/bookSign up to get news and updates from me: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.comTheme song: "Look at the clouds" by Tristan Lohengrintristanlohengrin.bandcamp.com

Are you ready for the new school year?  Back-to-school season can be both exciting and overwhelming for parents, especially those with children who have special needs or medical requirements. From my experience, preparing for a new school year when your child has special needs involves carefully reviewing their IEPs and healthcare plans. It's really important to go over these and make sure everything's up to date, and share any progress from summer activities. I've learned that building a good relationship with school staff and service providers makes a huge difference. It helps to start those conversations early, have open communication, and be your child's biggest advocate. While the process can seem daunting, it's important to remember that supportive teams do exist. Finding these "gems" is key to creating a positive and enriching educational experience for your child. In this episode, you will hear: The importance of reviewing IEP/ISPs, healthcare plans, and progress notes to prepare children with special needs for the new school year. How parents can build supportive, collaborative relationships with school staff and service providers. Why understanding healthcare protocols and emergency procedures for the safety of children with medical needs at school is crucial. How parents can identify positive, supportive teams in educational and adult support programs.   Engage with us: Join our community: Circle of Care Visit: Annette Hines Read Butterflies and Second Chances LinkedIn: @annette-hines-snc  Instagram: @parentingimpossible Facebook: @SpecialNeedsCompanies Twitter: @SpecialNeedsCo   Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

Summary In this episode of the Young Dad Podcast, Jey interviews Harry the Gorillagician, a gorilla who performs magic and is also a dad to a son with Angelman syndrome. They discuss the unique challenges and joys of parenting a child with special needs, the importance of mental health for everyone, and the need for understanding and support from others. They also touch on the role of high expectations in parenting and the importance of enjoying the process of watching children learn and grow. The conversation covers the importance of being a coach and a supportive parent in children's sports activities. It emphasizes the role of parents in creating bonding moments and celebrating their children's accomplishments. The challenges of co-parenting and raising a special needs child in different states are also discussed. The conversation concludes with some fun magic tricks and the advice to set high standards for children and instill in them their true worth. Takeaways Parenting a child with special needs comes with unique challenges and joys. Mental health is important for everyone, including children and parents. Understanding and support from others is crucial for parents of children with special needs. Setting high expectations for children can help them rise to the challenge and achieve more. Parents should sit back, relax, and enjoy the process of watching their children learn and grow. Being a coach and a supportive parent in children's sports activities is important for their development and bonding. Parents should create bonding moments and celebrate their children's accomplishments. Co-parenting and raising a special needs child in different states present unique challenges. Setting high standards for children and instilling in them their true worth is crucial. Magic tricks can be a fun way to engage with children and create memorable experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 08:00 The Gorilla Perspective 27:05 Setting Expectations 35:08 The Benefits of Team Sports 45:50 Challenges of Co-Parenting and Raising a Special Needs Child 53:49 Setting High Standards for Your Children 01:00:19 The Best Revenge is to Live Well Support the Pod! Subscribe to the Newsletter and find all the deals, specials, promos and partners of Young Dad Podcast on our Link.Tree- ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ballboyblog⁠ Joon App: Discount code: YNGDAD Listener Link: ⁠joonapp.io/youngdad⁠ Make sure to like, follow, subscribe, leave a review and show your support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youngdadpod/support

Join us in this special episode as we dive into the sensitive yet crucial topic of managing sleep challenges in children with special needs. Whether your child faces conditions like autism, ADHD, or physical disabilities, sleep can be a significant concern affecting both the child and family.  Follow us on Instagram Need sleep help? Shop our sleep packages HERE Want to join our Private Sleep Group? Click HERE  

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Arya Harris Keller has a BA (Hon) from the University of Toronto. She considered a career in academia but chose to marry and become an adoptive mom to two children instead. Her son has Written Output Disorder, and Generalized Anxiety and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders. Her daughter has Reactive Attachment Disorder. Like most Special Parents, she has dedicated significant time – years – to researching and understanding her kids' issues, making her an unofficial expert of sorts. Arya also has a lifelong interest in spirituality and personal development. After a spiritual awakening, she found some amazing and profound teachers, who set her on the path of yoga, Enlightenment Intensives and Mind Clearing. She loves how Mind Clearing has a foundation in deep spiritual truth, but it remains secular, practical, and relevant to everyday life. She originally studied Mind Clearing to be a better mom, but she found a lifeline and her passion in this transformational work. After 20 years of marriage Arya divorced her husband and started over. She eventually remarried and immigrated to the USA. For the last 10 years she has been giving and receiving Mind Clearing sessions regularly while raising her family. She believes that behind every good Clearer is a good Clearer. She walks her talk, and it is her sacred honor to support other Special Moms (and Dads) on their own journeys of healing and self-discovery.

From the LottoStar Summer of Millions funds raised for Good Morning Angels, an amount of R100,000 will go to Prudence Mahlangu to help her with some of her big financial obstacles, to enable her to pay her arrears for her car and school and to assist with her daughter Marcia's special medical needs. But that is not all; another R100,000 will go towards the Lesedi Self-Help Association in Soshanguve to help them care for Marcia and the other 20 children in their care with similar needs.

Lisa Marie Smith holds two Master's Degrees in Education from Touro University California, one completed in 2016 and another in 2019 through the Graduate School of Education. She is a special education teacher in the St. Helena Unified School District, where she has served for 15 years. Smith co-owns a pair of businesses in Calistoga with her husband – and is not afraid to clown around when the time is right.

For couples that have a child with special needs, the challenges are very real. John, Erin and Greg address what it's been like for each of their marriages to raise a child who has special needs. Plus, Jim Daly talks with Lisa Jacobson about how she and her husband Matt kept their marriage strong, even during some challenges with their daughter.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the book The Flirtation Experiment for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime   Managing Marriage and Children with Special Needs   Contact our Counseling Department   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

For couples that have a child with special needs, the challenges are very real. John, Erin and Greg address what it's been like for each of their marriages to raise a child who has special needs. Plus, Jim Daly talks with Lisa Jacobson about how she and her husband Matt kept their marriage strong, even during some challenges with their daughter.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY   Receive the book The Flirtation Experiment for your donation of any amount!   Focus on Marriage Assessment   Listen Anytime   Managing Marriage and Children with Special Needs   Contact our Counseling Department   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1196/29

Good Morning Angels assisted the Green Leaves Centre with R50,000 towards a trampoline, equipment and other needs to improve the lives of the special children in their care.

Renee discusses the cases of children who died as a result of controversial parenting techniques, tragic accidents, and provides an update on two South Carolina parents accused of murdering their son in 1989. Learn about true crime writing with Renee Roberson: https://www.wow-womenonwriting.com/classroom/ReneeRoberson_TrueCrimeWriting.php Cover Art by Mackintosh Multimedia

The IEP process is notoriously daunting, overwhelming, and can be confusing to parents. However, parents have the right to be active participants in all aspects of an IEP. There's more that parents can do to be a part of their child's education and successfully advocate for the support they need in the classroom. Today's guest is April Rehrig, the founder of Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting. April has a unique approach to special education reform that promotes team collaboration and communication to ensure every child feels valued. Through Rise Educational Advocacy, she guides families through the IEP process and helps bridge the gap between schools and parents. This episode is all about the 5 keys to productive IEPs and how to build a relationship with the team of people supporting a child.   Show Notes: [2:09] - April has been working with neurodiverse students since she was a teenager. She shares her background and what drives her passion. [4:45] - An experience in her early years of teaching opened her eyes to presumed competency. [5:32] - After 20 years as a school psychologist, April now bridges the gap between schools and parents. [6:54] - Parents just want their kids to get the support they need, but it is daunting to get started. Most parents don't know what to expect. [8:41] - Just like building a house, you must have a solid foundation.  [11:02] - If schools and psychologists communicate with parents from the very beginning, it saves time and makes things easier for families. [12:32] - Parents have the opportunity to write a parent report to share during the IEP meeting. [14:41] - Psychologists and teachers are trained to look for what the deficits are. But reports are a snapshot. Really good evaluations are based on multiple measures. [16:44] - What is a child's inferential learning? Standardized test scores do not provide this information. [19:23] - Comprehensive evaluations drive the IEP. [21:00] - Parents have the right to participate in all aspects of the IEP process. [25:24] - There's a misnomer called predetermination. April has a different opinion on giving reports before a meeting. [28:09] - Each state and district has a different approach to the IEP process. But something that is universal, the parent input section is often only three lines long. [30:27] - When we take sides, we lose the importance of talking about the child as a team. [32:57] - Parents can get stuck on advocating for a particular service, but should look at weaknesses and the outcomes they want.   About Our Guest: April Rehrig is the founder of Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, LLC. She has over 20 years of experience as a school psychologist, teacher, and parent in the public school setting. With her Build a Better IEP™️curriculum, April teaches parents and teachers nationwide how to successfully navigate special education from a strength-based perspective. Her unique approach to special education reform promotes team collaboration and communication. April holds a master's degree in education and is a Board Certified Education Advocate (BCEA) Fellow. She completed the prestigious Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) SEAT™ 2.0 & 3.0 program, is a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP), Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (ASDCS), Master IEP Coach©, and credentialed teacher.   Connect with April: ChildNEXUS Provider Profile April Rehrig Special Education Advocate on LinkedIn Rise Ed Advocacy on Instagram Rise Ed Advocacy on Facebook Rise Ed Advocacy Website   Links and Related Resources: Episode 146: How Parents and Educators Can Collaborate to Help Students Thrive with Shelley Lawrence Episode 157: What Dyslexia Screening in Schools Means For Your Child with Vickie Brett and Amanda Selogie Episode 145: Advocating for Children With Special Needs with Heather Zakson   Connect with Us: Get on our Email List Book a Consultation Get Support and Connect with a ChildNEXUS Provider Register for Our Self-Paced Mini Courses with LIVE AMA Sessions   The Diverse Thinking Different Learning podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed by the host and guests are not considered treatment and do not necessarily reflect those of ChildNEXUS, Inc or the host, Dr. Karen Wilson.

What I Learned from a Mother of Three Children with Special Needs - Yasmin Mogahed - Muhsen

This week we speak with Katheryn Berman about her approach and application of what she calls the "New ABA" for children with special needs. We discuss trauma-informed therapy, EATS, why compassion is so important, and how every behavior is a form of communication.We hope you enjoy and let us know what you think!We love to hear from you. Send emails to ForOurSpecialKids@gmail.com if you have questions, topics, or an amazing person we should highlight. And, please tell a friend or caregiver about us! Follow Us on Instagram & FaceBook, @ForOurSpecialKids or go to https://www.ForOurSpecialKids.comhttps://uppbeat.io/t/lane-king/journeyLicense code: E3DYP1B4L21HSX8E

Join Larah and guest Katie White as they talk about the second stage of the Five Stages of the Autism Diagnosis for the Christ-following parent. BIG News! We've launched RaisingAutisticDisciples.com! We are also launching an online support group for parents and caregivers who are raising autistic disciples. Sign up today!

In this episode, I am having an amazing conversation with the Strong Mother of a handsome Prince who is very talented, and his Mother always extends great support for him. She is the author of her recently published 02 books which are bestselling and got lots of awards. She is very passionate about her work and simultaneously manages her personal life and son so well. Although she knows her son is a special needs child his intelligence and passion for his work made her really proud.Michelle adopted Mickey was he was just 16 months old and now he is a 14-year-old Prince, he was born with hearing loss in both ears. He wears Cochlear Implants to aid him in his hearing journey.  These award-winning picture books tell the real stories of a young boy with deafness who is aided by his mother, teachers, and peers in navigating new school and life experiences. Michelle has dedicated her life to making sure Mickey has the best medical care and resources. She takes pride in assisting families as they work together through the different approaches to raising a special needs child. So, it is no surprise she wrote these books to help kids like Mickey see themselves represented.I want all of my listeners to please listen and shower loads of love to Mickey and his life. Also request you to make sure your kids read these 2 books which have lots of nonfiction thoughts and that can change our thoughts as well towards the special needs Children.I am sharing the link for all of you to check out these books, https://michellewagnerauthor.comRequest all of you to listen to this episode and share your view or if you have any topics or any thoughts about my podcast write to me at somathakur@gmail.com and follow me on Instagram @somathakur.mothercoach for more updates.

This episode features the work of the PEAL Center, a statewide organization that provides support for parents of children with disabilities. Through a wide array of resources, training, a helpline, and advocacy, PEAL Center staff and volunteers work to educate parents of children with disabilities and special health care needs as well as professionals who work in these fields.  During our conversation, Mary Hartley, the Executive Director, and Cindy Duch, the Director of Individual Assistance, discuss issues facing families, the educational rights of children with special needs, transition services, and the value of educational inclusion, not just for children with disabilities but for all children.   For additional information about the services and resources available through the PEAL Center, visit https://www.pealcenter.org

In this week's episode, Fr. O'Brien and first-time guest Lori Wieder talk about her Oklahoma roots, her faith life and conversion to Catholicism, and what it's like going to Mass with children with special needs.

Are you concerned about whether your child has made meaningful progress over the last year in school? Today's guest is an incredible special education attorney who is passionate about advocating for children and adults. You can hear the passion in her voice throughout this entire episode and she brings to light a lot of concerns as we begin the transition to heading back to the brick and mortar classroom environment. Our guest, Heather Zakson, is a special education attorney.  She answers a plethora of questions in this episode, shares staggering statistics, explains legislation and federal funding, and encourages all parents to strongly advocate for their children.   Show Notes: [3:01] - The transition going back to school is a front and center concern for a lot of families. [5:10] - Distance learning unlocked more tools and opportunities for many students.  [7:57] - Data is our stock and trade in special education. We need the information to compare data over time to see what's working. [8:59] - A lot of work is done on screen and not kept in a paper format. Heather recommends always taking a screenshot of work to archive a child's progress. [11:49] - Don't think of assessments as something dictated only by schools. [12:46] - A psychological assessment will give us information on what intervention and support is needed. [13:44] - When seeking a private assessment, you have the control on who to conduct the testing and who to share the information with. [14:33] - If you are unable to have a private assessment done, Heather explains how it works through the school system. You can ask for a second opinion. [17:20] - Although we have seen the good things that have come from distance learning, there are many students who have suffered with great educational loss. [18:25] - Heather advises that if you think there is something wrong, follow your gut. [19:40] - All public schools have the ability to assess. [21:38] - When a child is behind, moving forward without support will just make them fall farther behind. Early intervention is crucial. [23:10] - When you are out there advocating for your child, don't take no for an answer.  [27:53] - We know how to support children with social difficulties and with appropriate support, they can have a completely different educational experience. [30:54] - Heather explains what recoupment means and how this affects the near future of special education. [32:46] - Children with learning disabilities are legally entitled to remediation. [34:22] - When there is a reading and/or language delay, there needs to be evidence-based targeted reading instruction. [37:18] - Information doesn't hurt anyone. It doesn't put labels on anyone. [40:28] - Dyslexia screening should be a mandatory part of assessment early on for every student. [41:10] - What is SB 488 and how will it affect university programs for teachers? [44:50] - The Right to Read Project and Decoding Dyslexia are highly recommended to look into by both Heather and Karen. [46:27] - Every year is different when it comes to funding. Heather explains the push for federal funding for special education.  [48:19] - The real test of our educational system is how we support our students who struggle the most. [49:02] - Every child is entitled to an appropriate education and remediation of learning disabilities when appropriate.   About Our Guest: Heather Zakson represents children and adults in special education, Regional Center and discrimination cases and provides expert consultation on complex custody and guardianship matters. She is widely recognized for her creativity and tenacity on behalf of those whose rights have been violated and needs have gone unmet. She is a graduate of UCLA School of Law and Brandeis University, and has been practicing law for 18 Years.   Connect with Heather Zakson: Zakson Law Home Page Phone: (424) 369-9529 Heather Zakson on LinkedIn Heather Zakson, Attorney on Facebook   Links and Related Resources: Get on our Email List Book a Consultation Get Support and Connect with a ChildNEXUS Provider Check out some amazing schools for incredible students   Join our email list so that you can receive information about upcoming webinars - ChildNEXUS.com

In todays episode we interview Damien and Monica O'Connor and we learn how they navigated raising children with special needs in the faith. This is such an important conversation! Let's jump in!Go To Joseph: 10 Day Consecration to St. JosephGo To Joseph For ChildrenGive your relationship a checkupLearn more about our marriage and family ministryConnect with us and send us a message on InstagramSupport us on PatreonSupport the show

Brendan Maher and Pauline Cullen are parents to Ruairi & Fiach and joined Ryan to tell us about them.

Special needs children, including those diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, and Down's Syndrome, are highly-sensitive and empathic. Children with Down Syndrome sometimes erupt in seemingly obstinate behavior as they age. Their issues are not always biochemical issues. The emotional and energetic bodies must be looked at. Sensitive children have unique vibrations they bring to the planet.  Children with Down Syndrome can't always express themselves well verbally and have difficulty telling us what they're experiencing. However, they take in and understand far more than what we give them credit for.  During this episode of Light Warrior Radio, Dr. Karen interviews Dr. Elizabeth Hesse, PSc D, and shares her experience and wisdom around working with special needs children.  Tune in to learn: How special needs children are often deeply sensitive and empathic Why these children get overwhelmedWhy they need more than just biological solutionsHow energy healing can empower a special needs childHow they can process emotions and clear their energy quickly and easilyAnd so much more! During the episode, Dr. Hesse shares the spinal flush, zip-up, and pretending to be a tree energy-healing technique. Dr. Elizabeth brings over two decades of experience with a very wide and eclectic array of healing modalities, including Autonomic Response Testing, Quantum Neurology, Koren Specific Technique, Wholistic Methylation, homeopathy, herbal remedies including embryonic phytotherapy, essential oils, crystals and flower essences, radionics, and other quantum field energy modalities, phototherapy, emotional release/healing modalities, Family Constellation Therapy, and numerous kinesiology techniques. http://www.loveandlightalchemy.com

Hello and welcome to another episode of Rad Mom Radio!This week my guest is Deanna Schober - Deanna is the co-founder of Built Daily and co-host of the Fitness Sushi podcast alongside her husband, Tony. Together, they have helped thousands of women break the yo-yo diet cycle, get their health on track, and achieve their naturally healthiest weight by healing their relationships with food, their bodies, exercise and their minds.Deanna is also a mom of 4 (ages 9-24) and her guilty pleasure is binge-watching Bravo.Thank you for listening!

Join me as I talk with guest Nicole Fulton, interior designer and autism parent, as we talk about her experience making her home a haven for her son.In this episode you'll learn:The impact of the environment on individuals with autism and their emotionsDesigning homes for children with special needs to provide control and a sense of calmPractical design modifications to reduce sensory overload and create safe spaces for decompressionLink to Nicole's "Special Needs Sanctuary"If you liked today's episode, please leave me a rating and review in Apple podcasts. Check out the House Calls for Physicians Website. Join the House Calls for Physicians Private Facebook Group Check us out on Instagram!

This monthly series features an episode sharing my recent highs and lows, how my habits are going, a Do Something List update, plus what I'm loving lately and my commitments for the upcoming month. I hope this glimpse into my life, my family, my work, and my own self development encourages you in your own journey. Around here the goal is never perfection, just to keep trying, even if in very simple ways. I think you'll see that with all of the big changes going on for me, taking the smallest of steps has helped to keep me afloat and feeling like myself. As always, I encourage you to get messy, too! Finding Me Academy My FREE DSL Training My FREE habits class Full Show Notes Sticky Habit Method Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Lynn Hellerstein of Vision Beyond Sight speaks with Susie Goodwin, founder of Miracles in Parenting. Susie talks about how taking care of her own children led her to supporting and coaching parents whose kids also have special needs like autism, ADHD, OCD, and ODD. Dr. Lynn Hellerstein, Developmental Optometrist, co-owner of Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center, P.C., award-winning author and international speaker, holds powerful and inspiring conversations with her guests in the areas of health, wellness, education, sports and psychology. They share their inspirational stories of healing and transformation through their vision expansion. Vision Beyond Sight Podcast will help you see with clarity, gain courage and confidence. Welcome to Vision Beyond Sight! Also available on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Audible and Stitcher.

In the podcast episode titled 'From Diagnosis to Resilience: Empowering Parents of Children with Special Needs,' host Mindy Wiggins engages in a heartfelt conversation with Kimberly Fritz, a dedicated mother whose son, Noah, has special needs. Kimberly shares her journey from the initial realization that her son was different to navigating the challenges of obtaining a diagnosis and finding the right resources. She highlights the crucial role of organizations like the Little Light House in providing support and community for families facing similar situations. Throughout the episode, Kimberly emphasizes the importance of embracing adaptive challenges and advocating for inclusive facilities, while also encouraging parents to actively engage in play and create lasting memories with their children. This inspiring conversation sheds light on the resilience and determination required in the world of special needs parenting, offering valuable insights and support for listeners." Little Light House: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.littlelighthouse.org⁠/link-in-bio/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join THECREW: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZQZ65_fqxI

Dr. Allison H. Friedman-Krauss, Assistant Research Professor - The National Institute for Early Education Research at the Rutgers Graduate School of Education joins Megan and Tom discussing the study on access to services for children with special needs.    © Kimberly P. Mitchell / USA TODAY NETWORK

I am a mom of 4, my 2nd child is a girl with autism. I started my company because I needed to have control of my schedule to be available for my kids. At the time I was dealing with a second PPD, then I became a single mom, I was only 28, had no guidance, and was also alone in assessing her for the delays I was noticing. Fast forward 4 years and she is thriving, my schedule is overwhelming but I am available for her and her 3 siblings.  I recently won a national title in my field. My career is also what helps me with my mental health navigating through advocating for her and the constant fight that I face. My road has had so many twists and turns but I am trying to use my voice to advocate for special needs moms. "And Still I Rise" is the title of a Maya Angelou poem. It's stayed with me since I read it in high school." Are you still in shock that you are a parent of a special needs child? This show is for parents who are morning the loss of the life and child they thought they would have. For parents who are tired, lonely, and see no hope in sight? You will learn how to deal with your non-verbal child with a sensory processing disorder, seizures, meltdowns, haircuts, and family trips. Embark on a journey of consciousness, self-care & meditation. My name is Chad Ratliffe. I am a single father of 5 kids 6 years of age (8-14) and 2 with special needs. 5 years ago, in a nasty divorce, my depression led me to drug addiction and hopelessness. Today, I share with others a life I never imagined possible. Subscribe Now and take back control of your life   FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/genice.gonzales APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/3WgLtSo DONATE: https://www.patreon.com/thenakedparentpodcast BLOGPOST: https://roccoblu.kartra.com/page/Vlt84  

On this episode of The Author Factor Podcast  I am having a conversation with illustrated book author, Colleen Keefe Faul.Colleen formerly worked in the home health industry where she organized services for adults with special needs. Today, Colleen is a mother of two, including a daughter with special needs. She is an author of the illustrated book, God's Precious Gift: A Special Needs Child. Learn more about Colleen by visiting GodsPreciousGift.com.For more details about our short, helpful book publishing program, visit BiteSizedBooks.com.

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In this episode, I have an uplifting and inspiring conversation with new Autism mom and author of God's Precious Gifts-A Story of God's Love for Children with Special Needs. This discussion covers many aspects of motherhood, parenting, the diagnosis process, and the story of her new book. Support her and buy the book at the links below!https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Precious-Gift-Special-Needs/dp/1736504142 Support the show

Are you a parent or guardian of a child with special needs? Do you struggle to communicate and collaborate with the various providers involved in your child's care? Dr. Crystal Morrison, executive advisor, strategist, leader, scientist, and tech entrepreneur, has a solution for you. She's the founder of Meerkat Village, a digital platform dedicated to improving outcomes for children with special needs by building collaboration and communication among adults providing care.   Dr. Morrison's personal experience parenting a child with special needs and her own struggles with mental health inspired her to create Meerkat Village. The platform allows parents to invite their child's treatment providers, extended family members, and community leaders into a digital village to communicate, create strategies, and track the child's response over time.   The success stories of parents who have used Meerkat Village are inspiring. One parent got her child's entire treatment team in the digital village within an hour, while another is using it to help her adult son stay focused on his schoolwork. Meerkat Village is currently involved in two studies with the University of Pittsburgh and a county in Western Pennsylvania. Dr. Morrison's ultimate goal is to empower teams and foster village-driven care so that people can receive the care they need at any stage in life. She believes that status quo is a bigger risk than the unknown, and wishes for people to take that away from the conversation. Meerkat Village provides resources for parents, guardians, and treatment teams, as the number of people with a child with autism or learning differences is growing exponentially. If you're a parent or guardian of a child with special needs, don't miss this episode. Listen in as Dr. Morrison shares her inspiring journey and provides actionable advice on how to improve outcomes for your child. Learn how to leverage technology to build collaboration and communication among adults providing care, and discover how Meerkat Village is transforming the way we care for children with special needs.   The Biggest Helping: Today's Most Important Takeaway “The status quo is a bigger risk than the unknown. That's something that I I live by. It's a very big risk for me to step out and do the work that I'm doing today, but it's a bigger risk to not do anything and to accept the status quo and the system for the way it is today.”   --   Thank you for joining us on The Daily Helping with Dr. Shuster. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Podcasts to download more food for the brain, knowledge from the experts, and tools to win at life.   Resources: Learn more at meerkatvillage.com Follow Meerkat Village on Instagram: @meerkatvillage Connect with Dr. Crystal Morrison on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drcrystalmorrison   Produced by Nova Media  

In this episode, we hear from Brady Murray of RODS Heroes, a nonprofit organization aspiring to give voices to children in foster homes and institutions in international countries. Brady and his wife Andrea became parents of a son with Down syndrome in 2007. Over the following months and years, they discovered what a blessing it is to experience life with someone who has Down syndrome. When Brady and Andrea learned it is common practice in many countries for special needs children to be abandoned and generally placed in orphanages, and then when reaching age five or six are usually transferred to adult mental institutions, where many die within just a few months, the couple felt moved to act. They founded RODS (Racing for Orphans with Down Syndrome), and now focus on sharing voices of children and helping them join families with grants. RODS Heroes' ultimate vision for the future is that families, communities, and nations will see the light that individuals with special abilities have, and will choose to keep these children and allow them to thrive in their home communities. Their current goal is to help children find loving homes where they can thrive and achieve their potential.

Guest: Gena Mann, special needs parent of 4 During this episode of Helping Kids Thrive, Nicole is joined by Gena Mann, one of the original co-founders of Wolf+Friends and special needs parent of 4.  Together they discuss the nuances of parenting multiple children including children with autism or medical and sensory needs. They discuss practical solutions to balancing all of the varying needs in their home and ways that they work intentionally to support the sibling experience of their neurotypical children. Episode Highlights: How being a sibling to a disabled child looks different than a typical sibling experience Tips for helping your child understand the needs of their siblings Ways to support and connect with neurotypical siblings The need for outside support for neurotypical siblingss Resources: DotCom Therapy Wolf+Friends Connect with Gena Connect with Nicole  

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This week, special needs consultant, advisor, and mediator Josh Kershenbaum, Esq., joins me to discuss navigating divorce when you have children with special needs. We touch on the challenges divorcing parents of children with disabilities face, the most common pitfalls and how to avoid them, and how to best advocate for your child now and in the future. Josh Kershenbaum, Esq., is a dedicated Peacemaker with extensive training and experience in both Mediation and Collaborative Law. He earned certifications in both Negotiation and Mediation at Harvard Law School's Program on Negotiation and trained in Divorce & Family Mediation with mediation luminaries Forrest (“Woody”) Mosten and Susan Guthrie at the Mosten Guthrie Academy, where he is now on the training faculty. Featured topics include: When parents don't agree about a child's special needs or one parent disagrees that a child even has special needs or a disability (8:59) The family court system is not set up to handle divorce when there are children with special needs (14:17) How to advocate for your children's needs during a high-conflict divorce (18:53) The importance of planning for the long-term needs of your children—will they need ongoing care, a special needs trust, or other specific provisions for their unique situation? (28:23) “If you can build a flexible divorce agreement, it will serve you and your children well.” (38:01) Part of having a child-centered divorce is acknowledging the decisions you make today will have an impact on your children even years after your divorce (43:13) There are ways to go through a divorce that keep co-parents in control, such as mediation and collaborative divorce (50:21) Learn more about Josh Kershenbaum, Esq. Josh Kershenbaum, Esq., is a dedicated Peacemaker with extensive training and experience in both Mediation and Collaborative Law. He earned certifications in both Negotiation and Mediation at Harvard Law School's Program on Negotiation and completed additional Mediation training through the CORA/Good Shepherd Mediation Program. Josh trained in Divorce & Family Mediation with mediation luminaries Forrest (“Woody”) Mosten and Susan Guthrie at the Mosten Guthrie Academy, where he is now on the training faculty. He is also a member of the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Council of Mediators. Josh has presented at professional conferences across the country, most recently for the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP), the Academy of Special Needs Planners (ASNP), the Council for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Education (CADRE), the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA), as well as for numerous professional and community organizations. He has been a guest on several programs on National Public Radio, and on the popular podcasts, Divorce and Beyond (Susan Guthrie) and Good Law Bad Law (Aaron Freiwald). Josh began his legal career at Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads, LLC in Philadelphia. He went on to found of Pennsylvania's premier law firms dedicated to representing the legal rights of children with special needs. Josh later served as Senior Counsel for ADR for one of the region's most well-respected family law firms, before returning to solo-practice as a Mediator and Collaborative divorce professional. He earned his law degree, cum laude, from Temple University's Beasley School of Law and his B.A., a magna cum laude, from Amherst College. Before practicing law, Josh was a public school teacher in Newton, Massachusetts, and served as a Board member for Greater Boston PFLAG. He lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania with his family of five humans and three rescue cats. Resources & Links: Information and resources may also be found at: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/navigating-divorce-when-you-have-children-with-special-needs-with-josh-kershenbaum-esq/  Register to join the next Coffee Clatch with Kate on March 14th! Grit & Grace Coaching ProgramJosh on LinkedIn Connect with Josh: Jkershenbaum(at)gmail.com TODAY'S EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: THE REVISED SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO? PROGRAM   An online coaching program designed to help you make the right decision about your marriage...once and for all.  In this groundbreaking online coaching program, you'll unlock the support, education and deep transformational work you need to finally answer to your most burning question: should I stay or should I go? JOIN THE SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO FACEBOOK GROUP   DISCLAIMER:  THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE.  YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

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Mary Ann Hughes is the proud mother of two sons on opposite ends of the autism spectrum. Today she joins me for a conversation about going through a divorce when you have children with special needs. During her divorce, Mary Ann successfully advocated for her children's needs. As a result, she started Special Family Transitions to help families navigate the overwhelm and complexities of special needs divorce to get the best possible outcome, with as little time, money, and stress as possible. Today, she joins me for a conversation about navigating divorce in the midst of parenting (and eventually co-parenting) children with disabilities. Combining her experience and certifications as a Certified Divorce Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist, member of the National Association of Divorce Professionals, MBA, and years of special needs advocacy, Mary Ann is committed to supporting families with children with disabilities as a valued special needs divorce coach and consultant. Show Highlights Transitions can be hard for neurodivergent children – Mary Ann shares how parents approach the decision-making process of divorce The impact of divorce on children with disabilities How to co-parent with kids with special needs when a parent is not engaged or doesn't prioritize the children How and why you may want to set up a trust for your children What you need to know about divorce when you have kids on the spectrum Learn more about Mary Ann Hughes: As a mom of two boys on the autism spectrum who unexpectedly faced divorce after 21 years of marriage, Mary Ann Hughes had to learn how to navigate the complexities of special needs divorce, to effectively advocate for her children's needs and get a great result for her family in my divorce. Mary Ann formed Special Family Transitions and became a Special Needs Divorce Coach and Consultant so other moms of children with disabilities wouldn't have to spend the time, money, and emotional energy she did when faced with divorce. Mary Ann is on a mission to help mothers gain the confidence, skills and knowledge to successfully overcome the overwhelm and challenges of special needs divorce, to achieve the best possible result for their family.  Mary Ann combines her experiences as a Certified Divorce Coach, Certified Divorce Transition and Recovery Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist, Certified Life Coach, member of National Association of Divorce Professionals and NADP Special Needs Chapter, LoneStar LEND Leadership Education in Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Fellow, MBA with a successful career in Fortune 100 companies (pre-kids), and years of special needs training and advocacy, to help her clients effectively advocate for themselves and their children in special needs divorce. Resources & Links: Information and links may also be found here: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/divorcing-with-children-with-special-needs-with-mary-ann-hughes/ Grit and Grace Group Coaching is Open – Join us!Mary Ann's websiteMary Ann on FacebookMary Ann on InstagramMary Ann on YouTube Mary Ann on TikTokMary Ann on LinkedIn Mary Ann's course: Keys to Success in Divorce for Moms of Children with Special Needs – DSG listeners get 25% off with discount code SFT. THE M3ND PROJECT The M3ND Project's mission is to bring clarity and validation to victims and survivors and to provide tools and resources for those who are responding to abuse. Annette Oltmans founded The M3ND Project coming out of her own experience as a survivor of emotional abuse and double abuse and after years of researching academic materials and personally interviewing hundreds of abuse survivors, therapists, and faith leaders. M3ND does this by providing various educational resources and training courses. Sometimes, it can be hard to articulate what you are going through when you try to reach out to a friend or therapist for help, and it can make you feel crazy. As a survivor, I remember feeling this way. When I first came across Mend's Terms and Definitions tool, which names and explains covert abusive tactics, it was SO validating and illuminating. M3ND wants to share this resource with The Divorce Survival Guide Listeners for free!! Go get this tool that I think is so essential: Grab M3ND's Terms and Definitions Tool: https://kateanthony.com/mend JOIN THE SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO FACEBOOK GROUP