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Understanding the research, benefits, and limitations of Baby-Led Weaning.Guest: Kelsey Thompson, PhD, CCC-SLPEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeIn this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, and Kelsey Thompson, PhD, CCC-SLP, dig into baby-led weaning (BLW). Whether you're new to BLW or looking to refine your clinical perspective, Michelle and Kelsey break down what BLW is, what it isn't, and how to support families and their little ones with confidence.About the Guest: Kelsey Thompson, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist, research scientist, and mom of two. Her clinical and research work centers on supporting families during the introduction of solid foods, with the goal of preventing long-term pediatric feeding disorders and empowering caregivers to feel confident in their feeding journey.Related Courses:Early Feeding Transitions and Down Syndrome: How to Support CaregiversInfant Reflexes for Feeding and DevelopmentShow Notes:Contact Kelsey on LinkedInFeeding FlockFind Resources: FindHelp.orgLove Money: Support Feeding MattersResources:Complementary Feeding Methods-A Review of the Benefits and RisksThe Baby-Led Weaning Method (BLW) in the Context of Complementary Feeding: A ReviewBaby-led weaning: A thematic analysis of comments made by parents using online parenting forumsEarly feeding practices and eating behaviour in preschool children: The CORALS cohortImpact of a Modified Version of Baby-Led Weaning on Infant Food and Nutrient Intakes: The BLISS Randomized Controlled TrialHow different are baby-led weaning and conventional complementary feeding? A cross-sectional study of infants aged 6-8 monthsCurrent Evidence on Nutrient Intakes and Infant Growth: A Narrative Review of Baby-Led Weaning vs. Conventional Weaning

Sunday morning message with Pastor Sam Lee. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

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To make disciples who love God, love people, and serve the world.

Wednesday evening message with Guest Pastor David Hall. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

How do mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression influence language and communication?Guest: Kary Mirasola, MS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeIn this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by Kary Mirasola, MS, CCC-SLP, for a thoughtful discussion about the connection between adolescent language development and mental health. As mental health concerns continue to affect students across school and clinical settings, this conversation considers the role speech-language pathologists can play as part of an interprofessional team. Michelle and Kary also discuss how emotional well-being may affect assessment findings, goal development, and intervention planning, and offer strategies to help SLPs better understand and support the whole student.About the Guest: Kary Mirasola, MS, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist with more than 20 years of experience working in a pediatric hospital setting. Throughout her career, she has specialized in working with adolescents and has had the opportunity to work closely on interdisciplinary teams alongside psychologists, occupational and physical therapists, pediatricians, and advanced practice nurses, supporting school-age children and adolescents with complex communication, learning, and mental health needs.Show Notes:Contact Kary on her website: Woven Language + LearningLove Money: National Alliance on Mental IllnessMentioned in this episode:Register for the Back-2-School Conference

Sunday morning message with Pastor Brad Wilkinson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Jesus Christ is not a consultant or advice-giver; Jesus is the King with absolute authority. This study of Luke 4:31-44 explores how Christ governs truth, overcomes spiritual oppression, and heals physical brokenness. Moving from simple religious submission to total surrender brings lasting freedom. Christian Life Center offers this perspective in Dayton Ohio to encourage a life built on the solid foundation of the Word of God. Recognize the power of the Savior to redefine purpose and restore hope through the Holy Spirit. Real transformation happens when Jesus is the Boss. Pastor: Jordan Hansen Series: Spirit Led Jesus (12) Title: Who's The Boss? Date: 2026.07.11+12 LINKS:

Wednesday evening message with Pastor Sam Lee. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Gain practical strategies to gather meaningful information during bilingual evaluations.Guest: Damaris Sánchez Rivera, MS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeMichelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by Damaris Sánchez Rivera, MS, CCC-SLP, host of the Spanish-language podcast SLPs en Acción, for a thoughtful conversation about ethical, strengths-based evaluation and treatment approaches for bilingual children. Together, they explore how clinicians can approach bilingual assessments with confidence, cultural responsiveness, and joy while supporting children and families across a variety of settings.About the Guest: Damaris Sanchez Rivera's, MS, CCC-SLP, clinical experience includes working in private practices, charter schools, and home settings. Damaris is currently the Outreach Program Director at a non-profit organization where she coordinates hearing, vision, and speech and language screenings for preschools and Head Start centers for more than 1,000 children every year.Contact Damaris:IG: @speechloveandplaymusicLinkedInListen to SLPs en Acción:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYoutubeShow Notes:Bilinguistics: The Ultimate Speech Language Parent Questionnaire LibraryRelated Course: “Understanding Medical Interpretation”Find Resources: FindHelp.orgThe Children's Trust MiamiDolly Parton Imagination LibraryDolly Parton Imagination Library Bilingual InstructionsDysphagia Outreach ProjectHablamigo: Bilingual resource for K-5 studentsLove Money: The United WayMentioned in this episode:Register for the Back-2-School Conference

Sunday morning message with Pastor Brad Wilkinson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Experience a deeper understanding of the freedom offered through Jesus Christ. Often, the familiar becomes a barrier to the miraculous, leading to a life of routine rather than wonder. This study of Luke 4:16-30 explores the mission of Jesus to heal the brokenhearted and set captives free. Moving past entitlement allows for a heart of true surrender and gratitude. Christian Life Center shares this perspective on spiritual liberty in Dayton Ohio. Learn to recognize the presence of God even in familiar settings and find hope for continued change. Pastor: Jordan Hansen Series: Spirit Led Jesus (11) Title: For-Granted Freedom Date: 2026.07.05 LINKS:

"Psalm 73. Struggling with envy and injustice. Perspective changes everything in God's presence. Psalm 73 gives us a deeply honest look into the internal conflict of someone trying to reconcile faith with reality. The psalmist begins with a truth he knows—“Surely God is good to Israel”—but quickly admits that his own experience seems to contradict it. He sees the wicked prospering: becoming successful, carefree, and even arrogant, yet they seem untouched by consequences. Meanwhile, the righteous often face hardship, discipline, and struggle. This tension creates a crisis in our faith. But the psalmist doesn’t hide his envy—he confesses it. He admits that he almost slipped, almost abandoned his trust in God because life didn’t seem fair. This is what makes this and other psalms so relatable: it gives language to thoughts to many of us who are afraid to say out loud. Turning Point: Everything shifts in verse 17: “until I entered the sanctuary of God.” The circumstances haven’t changed—but his perspective has. In God’s presence, he begins to see beyond the surface. He realizes that the prosperity of the wicked is temporary and ultimately unstable. What once looked like success is revealed as fragile and fleeting. More importantly, he recognizes what he does have: his nearness of God. “Whom have I in heaven but you?” becomes the anchor of his soul. The comparison that once fueled envy is replaced with communion that produces contentment"

"Psalm 73. Struggling with envy and injustice. Perspective changes everything in God's presence. Psalm 73 gives us a deeply honest look into the internal conflict of someone trying to reconcile faith with reality. The psalmist begins with a truth he knows—“Surely God is good to Israel”—but quickly admits that his own experience seems to contradict it. He sees the wicked prospering: becoming successful, carefree, and even arrogant, yet they seem untouched by consequences. Meanwhile, the righteous often face hardship, discipline, and struggle. This tension creates a crisis in our faith. But the psalmist doesn’t hide his envy—he confesses it. He admits that he almost slipped, almost abandoned his trust in God because life didn’t seem fair. This is what makes this and other psalms so relatable: it gives language to thoughts to many of us who are afraid to say out loud. Turning Point: Everything shifts in verse 17: “until I entered the sanctuary of God.” The circumstances haven’t changed—but his perspective has. In God’s presence, he begins to see beyond the surface. He realizes that the prosperity of the wicked is temporary and ultimately unstable. What once looked like success is revealed as fragile and fleeting. More importantly, he recognizes what he does have: his nearness of God. “Whom have I in heaven but you?” becomes the anchor of his soul. The comparison that once fueled envy is replaced with communion that produces contentment"

Wednesday evening message with Pastor Brad Wilkinson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

An interprofessional conversation on supporting families through the emotional and practical realities of tube feeding.Guest: Claire Reilly, RD, PhD CandidateEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeMichelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, welcomes Claire Reilly, RD, PhD Candidate, to First Bite for a thoughtful conversation on the burdens and blessings of pediatric feeding tubes and the path toward tube weaning through an interprofessional lens. Claire shares insights from her latest research on caregiver burden, highlighting the stressors families often carry behind the scenes, including the daily frustrations of managing feeding equipment and routines. Walk away with practical insights, a deeper understanding of caregiver experiences, and a hopeful perspective on helping children move toward greater feeding independence.About the Guest: Claire is a pediatric dietitian and clinical researcher with nearly two decades of clinical experience. Her work focuses on the care and management of children with feeding tubes, with a specific interest in mixed-methods research, consumer engagement, and priority setting. Currently completing her PhD, Claire has published in leading peer-reviewed journals and presented at international conferences.Show Notes:Contact Claire on LinkedInPFD DAISI: Pediatric Feeding Disorder Dynamic Approach to Impacts and Social IntegrationFeeding Matters: Power of Two ProgramLove money: Support Feeding MattersASHA Advocacy: Take ActionMentioned in this episode:Register for the Back-2-School Conference

Episode 321 - “The Exhaustion of Always Explaining Yourself”Have you ever felt like you're constantly explaining, clarifying, or defending yourself just to be understood? In this episode, Michelle and Scott explore the emotional exhaustion that comes from over-explaining—why so many of us feel the need to justify our choices, boundaries, and feelings, and how the fear of being misunderstood can quietly wear us down. A conversation about self-trust, people pleasing, and learning that not everything about you requires an explanation.Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World is a podcast hosted by Michelle Post, MA, LMFT and Scott Grossberg, JD, CLC, CCH, NLP, and is 30 minutes of raw, irreverent, and results-oriented discussion with one purpose in mind . . . to help you cope, thrive, and survive the craziness that's going on in the world.As a reminder, our “Get Your Sh*t Together” Home Retreat can be found here:http://thinkingmagically.com/retreatReplays of prior episodes can be found at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-grossbergYou can also join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingystMichelle Post can be reached at michelle@postinternationalinc.com http://postinternationalinc.com
Scott Grossberg can be reached at sgrossberg@hotmail.com https://www.thinkingmagically.com© ℗ 2026 Scott Grossberg & Michelle Post. All rights reserved."Easy Lemon (60 second)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0DISCLAIMER: MICHELLE IS A THERAPIST, BUT SHE IS NOT YOUR THERAPIST. SCOTT IS A RETIRED ATTORNEY, DOES NOT PRACTICE LAW, AND DOES NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE. AS SUCH, SCOTT IS NOT YOUR ATTORNEY. THE INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION THAT TAKES PLACE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL, MEDICAL, NOR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE. LISTENING TO THIS PODCAST DOES NOT CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT NOR THERAPIST-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP. MICHELLE AND SCOTT ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES RELATED TO ACTIONS OR FAILURES TO ACT RELATED TO ANY OF THEIR PROGRAMS OR TRAINING. IF YOU NEED SPECIFIC LEGAL, MEDICAL, OR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE OR HELP, CONSULT WITH A PROFESSIONAL WHO SPECIALIZES IN YOUR SUBJECT MATTER AND JURISDICTION. NEVER DISREGARD THE MEDICAL ADVICE OF A PSYCHOLOGIST, PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, OR DELAY IN SEEKING SUCH ADVICE, BECAUSE OF THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR RELATED TO ANY OF MICHELLE'S OR SCOTT'S PROGRAMS OR TRAININGS. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY EITHER MICHELLE OR SCOTT OR BOTH OF THEM ARE OFFERED IN THEIR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITIES, OFFERED "AS-IS" AND NO REPRESENTATIONS ARE MADE THAT THE CONTENT OF ANY VIEWS ARE ERROR-FREE.MICHELLE'S AND SCOTT'S PROGRAMS AND TRAINING ARE NOT SUITED FOR EVERYONE. THEY DO NOT ASSUME, AND SHALL NOT HAVE, ANY LIABILITY TO USERS FOR INJURY OR LOSS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. THEY MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONCERNING ANY TREATMENT OR ANY ACTION FOLLOWING THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR THROUGH ANY PROGRAM, COACHING, CONSULTING OR STRATEGIC WORK SESSION.

 Sarah Feeley and Laurel Donnellan host Dr. Kelly Monahan and KeyAnna Schmiedl for a wide-ranging conversation on AI, leadership, and the future of work. Laurel opens by tracing how dramatically career patterns have shifted across generations — from one job for a lifetime to a future where Generation Beta may hold 20-30 jobs across 7-10 career chapters — and frames CLC's evolving focus on helping people find not just "lovable work" but "lovable transitions."Monahan and Schmiedl agree that organizations remain structurally mismatched to this reality: businesses are wired for quarterly shareholder returns while treating people as a cost rather than the asset that creates value. Both push back on the dominant AI narrative, arguing that headlines about job cuts have created a self-fulfilling prophecy and that the real story is an economic one — inflation, market pressure, and years of disruption — for which AI has become a convenient scapegoat.On leadership, Schmiedl argues that leaders need to "show up more human," trading the myth of having all the answers for authenticity, humility, and a willingness to crowdsource genius from the people closest to the work. Monahan adds three leadership shifts she sees as separating the leaders who get this right: suspending self-interest, getting curious, and sharing power rather than concentrating it.Monahan offers a practical, three-part checklist for evaluating any AI use case: does it help you work faster, does it improve the quality of the output, and — most importantly — does it free you up to spend more time connecting with other humans in the physical world. Both guests caution against outsourcing critical thinking to AI and stress the importance of remaining "in the driver's seat" of one's own cognition.The conversation closes with reflections on agency, the value of trades and caregiving work alongside knowledge work, and each guest's life and leadership lessons — Monahan on staying in your lane and "sane leadership," and Schmiedl on the idea that the people we struggle most to understand often have the most to teach us.

Find victory over trials by studying how Jesus handled temptations in Luke 4:1-15. This teaching from Mike Burnette explores the necessity of being anointed, filled, and led by the Holy Spirit. Learn to wield the Word of God as a primary defense against deception and challenges to identity. Even in moments of weakness, Christ provides a way of escape. Christian Life Center offers this transformative word in Dayton Ohio to help establish a life marked by spiritual authority. Experience the strength found in daily surrender to God. Pastor: Mike Burnette Series: Spirit Led Jesus (10) Title: How Jesus Handled Temptations (Luke 4:1-15) Date: 2026.06.27+28 LINKS:

Sunday morning message with Pastor Sam Lee. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Wednesday evening message with Pastor Brad Wilkinson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Have you ever heard of the term “shared-creation” or wondered how it applies to effective collaboration for school-based SLPs?Guest: Mary Mitchell, PhD, CCC-SLPEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeIn this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by Mary Mitchell, PhD, CCC-SLP to explore the many ways collaboration can look in practice and define what true shared-creation collaboration involves for the school-based SLP. Michelle and Mary discuss how the SLP's role shifts across settings, why meaningful collaboration goes far beyond quick conversations or shared paperwork, and how intentional teamwork can help create stronger support systems for students. They share ideas for building authentic partnerships with classroom teachers, navigating common collaboration challenges, and using evidence-based resources to strengthen collaborative practice in schools.About the Guest: Mary Mitchell, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a Clinical Associate Professor in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Pacific University. Her clinical background is rooted in school-based services. Dr. Mitchell's clinical and research interests include language and literacy assessment and intervention, dynamic assessment, professional learning, supervision, and interprofessional collaboration.Show Notes:Contact Mary: mary.mitchell@pacificu.eduCollaboration in Schools: Let's Define It (Mitchell et al., 2020)Vocabulary Outcomes With Third Graders in a Teacher and Speech-Language Pathologist Collaboration (Mitchell et al., 2022)Facilitating Language Development for Inner-City Children: Experimental Evaluation of a Collaborative, Classroom-Based Intervention (Hadley et al., 2000)Crucial Conversations Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High by Kerry PattersonShared Minds: The New Technologies of Collaboration by Michael SchrageBooks Are for Talking, Too! By Jane L. GebersSupport the Community Transitional SchoolSupport Holla School

Episode 320 - “The Loneliness of Being Emotionally Self-Aware”What happens when you've done the work… but the people around you haven't? In this episode, Michelle and Scott explore the often-overlooked loneliness that can come with emotional self-awareness. The experience of recognizing patterns, understanding your reactions, and striving for growth—while feeling disconnected from others who may not see the same things you do. They talk about emotional labor, relationship mismatches, outgrowing old dynamics, and the quiet isolation that can arise when your inner world changes before your outer world does. This isn't about being better than anyone else. It's about understanding the challenges that can come with growth—and finding ways to stay connected without abandoning yourself.Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World is a podcast hosted by Michelle Post, MA, LMFT and Scott Grossberg, JD, CLC, CCH, NLP, and is 30 minutes of raw, irreverent, and results-oriented discussion with one purpose in mind . . . to help you cope, thrive, and survive the craziness that's going on in the world.As a reminder, our “Get Your Sh*t Together” Home Retreat can be found here:http://thinkingmagically.com/retreatReplays of prior episodes can be found at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-grossbergYou can also join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingystMichelle Post can be reached at michelle@postinternationalinc.com http://postinternationalinc.com
Scott Grossberg can be reached at sgrossberg@hotmail.com https://www.thinkingmagically.com© ℗ 2026 Scott Grossberg & Michelle Post. All rights reserved."Easy Lemon (60 second)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0DISCLAIMER: MICHELLE IS A THERAPIST, BUT SHE IS NOT YOUR THERAPIST. SCOTT IS A RETIRED ATTORNEY, DOES NOT PRACTICE LAW, AND DOES NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE. AS SUCH, SCOTT IS NOT YOUR ATTORNEY. THE INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION THAT TAKES PLACE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL, MEDICAL, NOR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE. LISTENING TO THIS PODCAST DOES NOT CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT NOR THERAPIST-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP. MICHELLE AND SCOTT ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES RELATED TO ACTIONS OR FAILURES TO ACT RELATED TO ANY OF THEIR PROGRAMS OR TRAINING. IF YOU NEED SPECIFIC LEGAL, MEDICAL, OR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE OR HELP, CONSULT WITH A PROFESSIONAL WHO SPECIALIZES IN YOUR SUBJECT MATTER AND JURISDICTION. NEVER DISREGARD THE MEDICAL ADVICE OF A PSYCHOLOGIST, PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, OR DELAY IN SEEKING SUCH ADVICE, BECAUSE OF THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR RELATED TO ANY OF MICHELLE'S OR SCOTT'S PROGRAMS OR TRAININGS. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY EITHER MICHELLE OR SCOTT OR BOTH OF THEM ARE OFFERED IN THEIR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITIES, OFFERED "AS-IS" AND NO REPRESENTATIONS ARE MADE THAT THE CONTENT OF ANY VIEWS ARE ERROR-FREE.MICHELLE'S AND SCOTT'S PROGRAMS AND TRAINING ARE NOT SUITED FOR EVERYONE. THEY DO NOT ASSUME, AND SHALL NOT HAVE, ANY LIABILITY TO USERS FOR INJURY OR LOSS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. THEY MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONCERNING ANY TREATMENT OR ANY ACTION FOLLOWING THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR THROUGH ANY PROGRAM, COACHING, CONSULTING OR STRATEGIC WORK SESSION.

Discover the power of a redeemed legacy through the genealogy of Jesus in Luke 3. Exploring the 77 names in the human family tree reveals a story of grace covering both the good and the bad. While ancestry reports provide a glimpse into the past, the gospel offers a new identity that breaks old cycles. Jesus entered the human bloodline to offer an eternal family connection to all. Christian Life Center shares this message on building a spiritual foundation that lasts for generations in Dayton Ohio. Find hope for the future regardless of the past. Pastor: Jordan Hansen Series: Spirit Led Jesus (9) Title: Bloodlines (Luke 3:23-38) Date: 2026.06.20+21 LINKS:

Special Sunday morning Father's Day panel. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Wednesday evening message with Guest Clint Phillips. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Connect the dots between AAC caregiver coaching and adult learning.Guest: Daj Mitchell, MS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeMichelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by Daj Mitchell for a joyful discussion on powerful AAC caregiver coaching. Together, they explore Malcolm Knowles' Principles of Adult Learning and how these concepts can help SLPs better support caregivers throughout the AAC journey. Daj breaks down the four levels of caregiver readiness for AAC implementation and shares practical strategies for meeting families where they are. Gain ideas for tailoring AAC coaching conversations, strengthening caregiver engagement, and creating more meaningful opportunities for communication success across everyday routines.About the Guest: Daj Mitchell, MS CCC-SLP, graduated from Governors State University with her Bachelor's in Speech-Language Pathology and a minor in Psychology. She received her Master's in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Illinois State University and holds a variety of certifications and awards, including, but not limited to, certification as a Lingraphica Technology Specialist, Level I and Level II Sensory certified, and a recipient of two successive ASHA ACE awards.Show Notes:Contact Daj on Instagram: @yourslpdajListen to Daj's Podcast: Co-Treat Corner: Collaboration Tips for Therapists Love Money: Support Spero Stuttering

The last two weeks were a lot, demanding but the good kind of hard, the kind you actually work toward for years. If you've ever looked at your life and thought, I am doing everything right and I am still completely wrecked, why is this so hard? Push play now. Brandon and I pulled back the curtain on what it actually looks like to run a business, show up for your kids, navigate your own health, and try to take care of yourself all at the same time, without pretending any of it was graceful. There's something we talk about in this episode that I don't think gets enough airtime: the moment you realize a goal you've been holding onto has to go on the shelf for a bit, not because you failed, but because something bigger needed your WHOLE attention. And what happens in your nervous system when you finally let yourself do that. Brandon gets real about something he's been quietly navigating for a long time, and why taking it seriously right now is one of the hardest things he's done, harder, he says, than getting sober.  We talk about what it costs to add one new thing to a life that's already full, why "just do the healthy thing" is some of the most tone-deaf advice on the planet, and what it actually looks like to make decisions from your values instead of your anxiety when your CLC score is through the roof. This one's raw and if you're a high-achieving entrepreneur trying to figure out how to not lose your shit, or yourself while your life is actively demanding everything you've got, we get it. DM PROFIT on IG or FB to register for our free Profit Over Perfectionism Workshop on June 30 Compression socks I mentioned: https://vimvigr.com/ 

Episode 319 - “Stop Pretending You Like Brussels Sprouts: The Hard Skill of Saying What You Need”How often do we say “it's fine” when it really isn't? In this episode, Michelle and Scott explore the quiet ways people disconnect from their own needs, preferences, and feelings in order to avoid conflict, disappointment, or discomfort. From pretending to like things we don't… to minimizing what we actually need… many of us learn that being easygoing feels safer than being honest. They talk about people pleasing, emotional self-editing, the fear of seeming “difficult,” and why expressing even small preferences can feel surprisingly vulnerable. This isn't about becoming demanding. It's about reconnecting with your own honest experience—and learning how to express it without apology.Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World is a podcast hosted by Michelle Post, MA, LMFT and Scott Grossberg, JD, CLC, CCH, NLP, and is 30 minutes of raw, irreverent, and results-oriented discussion with one purpose in mind . . . to help you cope, thrive, and survive the craziness that's going on in the world.As a reminder, our “Get Your Sh*t Together” Home Retreat can be found here:http://thinkingmagically.com/retreatReplays of prior episodes can be found at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-grossbergYou can also join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingystMichelle Post can be reached at michelle@postinternationalinc.com http://postinternationalinc.com
Scott Grossberg can be reached at sgrossberg@hotmail.com https://www.thinkingmagically.com© ℗ 2026 Scott Grossberg & Michelle Post. All rights reserved."Easy Lemon (60 second)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0DISCLAIMER: MICHELLE IS A THERAPIST, BUT SHE IS NOT YOUR THERAPIST. SCOTT IS A RETIRED ATTORNEY, DOES NOT PRACTICE LAW, AND DOES NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE. AS SUCH, SCOTT IS NOT YOUR ATTORNEY. THE INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION THAT TAKES PLACE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL, MEDICAL, NOR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE. LISTENING TO THIS PODCAST DOES NOT CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT NOR THERAPIST-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP. MICHELLE AND SCOTT ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES RELATED TO ACTIONS OR FAILURES TO ACT RELATED TO ANY OF THEIR PROGRAMS OR TRAINING. IF YOU NEED SPECIFIC LEGAL, MEDICAL, OR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE OR HELP, CONSULT WITH A PROFESSIONAL WHO SPECIALIZES IN YOUR SUBJECT MATTER AND JURISDICTION. NEVER DISREGARD THE MEDICAL ADVICE OF A PSYCHOLOGIST, PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, OR DELAY IN SEEKING SUCH ADVICE, BECAUSE OF THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR RELATED TO ANY OF MICHELLE'S OR SCOTT'S PROGRAMS OR TRAININGS. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY EITHER MICHELLE OR SCOTT OR BOTH OF THEM ARE OFFERED IN THEIR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITIES, OFFERED "AS-IS" AND NO REPRESENTATIONS ARE MADE THAT THE CONTENT OF ANY VIEWS ARE ERROR-FREE.MICHELLE'S AND SCOTT'S PROGRAMS AND TRAINING ARE NOT SUITED FOR EVERYONE. THEY DO NOT ASSUME, AND SHALL NOT HAVE, ANY LIABILITY TO USERS FOR INJURY OR LOSS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. THEY MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONCERNING ANY TREATMENT OR ANY ACTION FOLLOWING THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR THROUGH ANY PROGRAM, COACHING, CONSULTING OR STRATEGIC WORK SESSION.

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Sunday morning message with Pastor Brad Wilkinson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Wednesday evening message with Pastor Sam Lee. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

In this episode, guest host Becca Spahr sits down with Justin Shaffer, founder of Growth Navigator Solutions and a former U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation commander, to explore how leadership lessons forged in high-stakes military environments translate directly into the world of business. Justin shares how discipline, trust, and team cohesion aren't just “nice to have”—they're essential for building organizations that perform without burning out their leaders. Drawing from his military experience, he breaks down what it really means to lead with clarity and purpose, especially when you're responsible for both results and people. Today's Guest Justin Shaffer is the founder of Growth Navigator Solutions and a Certified Pinnacle Business Guide who helps small and mid-size business owners build aligned, high-performing teams so they can stop running on fumes and start leading with purpose. A former Special Operations Aviation commander in the U.S. Army, Justin discovered firsthand how physical discipline and team cohesion become lifelines under pressure, and he's carried that framework into his work with business leaders ever since. He lives and works in Mechanicsburg, PA. www.growthnavigatorsolutions.com About Becca Becca Spahr, MA, CLC, is a social wellness coach and speaker who believes connection is a skill anyone can master (yes, even people who think people are too people-y). After moving 26 times as a military kid and later as a U.S. Marine, she knows firsthand that likability, authenticity, and intention can create belonging anywhere. Becca continues to serve, partnering with veteran-serving organizations to equip veterans and their families to find friendship, expand networks, and reclaim belonging after service. Links for Becca Website: ⁠⁠https://www.beccaspahr.com/⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/beccaspahr/⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/beccaspahr/⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/beccaspahr⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@BeccaSpahr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 318 - “Book Review: Jonathan Livingston Seagull”In this episode, Michelle and Scott explore Jonathan Livingston Seagull—the timeless story about individuality, purpose, freedom, and the desire to become something more than what the world expects of you. They talk about why this simple allegorical tale continues to resonate so deeply, what it says about identity and self-discovery, and how its themes of growth, belonging, and transcendence still feel relevant today. More than a book review, this episode becomes a conversation about the courage to pursue meaning—even when it separates you from the crowd.Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World is a podcast hosted by Michelle Post, MA, LMFT and Scott Grossberg, JD, CLC, CCH, NLP, and is 30 minutes of raw, irreverent, and results-oriented discussion with one purpose in mind . . . to help you cope, thrive, and survive the craziness that's going on in the world.As a reminder, our “Get Your Sh*t Together” Home Retreat can be found here:http://thinkingmagically.com/retreatReplays of prior episodes can be found at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-grossbergYou can also join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingystMichelle Post can be reached at michelle@postinternationalinc.com http://postinternationalinc.com
Scott Grossberg can be reached at sgrossberg@hotmail.com https://www.thinkingmagically.com© ℗ 2026 Scott Grossberg & Michelle Post. All rights reserved."Easy Lemon (60 second)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0DISCLAIMER: MICHELLE IS A THERAPIST, BUT SHE IS NOT YOUR THERAPIST. SCOTT IS A RETIRED ATTORNEY, DOES NOT PRACTICE LAW, AND DOES NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE. AS SUCH, SCOTT IS NOT YOUR ATTORNEY. THE INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION THAT TAKES PLACE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL, MEDICAL, NOR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE. LISTENING TO THIS PODCAST DOES NOT CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT NOR THERAPIST-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP. MICHELLE AND SCOTT ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES RELATED TO ACTIONS OR FAILURES TO ACT RELATED TO ANY OF THEIR PROGRAMS OR TRAINING. IF YOU NEED SPECIFIC LEGAL, MEDICAL, OR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE OR HELP, CONSULT WITH A PROFESSIONAL WHO SPECIALIZES IN YOUR SUBJECT MATTER AND JURISDICTION. NEVER DISREGARD THE MEDICAL ADVICE OF A PSYCHOLOGIST, PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, OR DELAY IN SEEKING SUCH ADVICE, BECAUSE OF THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR RELATED TO ANY OF MICHELLE'S OR SCOTT'S PROGRAMS OR TRAININGS. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY EITHER MICHELLE OR SCOTT OR BOTH OF THEM ARE OFFERED IN THEIR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITIES, OFFERED "AS-IS" AND NO REPRESENTATIONS ARE MADE THAT THE CONTENT OF ANY VIEWS ARE ERROR-FREE.MICHELLE'S AND SCOTT'S PROGRAMS AND TRAINING ARE NOT SUITED FOR EVERYONE. THEY DO NOT ASSUME, AND SHALL NOT HAVE, ANY LIABILITY TO USERS FOR INJURY OR LOSS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. THEY MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONCERNING ANY TREATMENT OR ANY ACTION FOLLOWING THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR THROUGH ANY PROGRAM, COACHING, CONSULTING OR STRATEGIC WORK SESSION.

Life often feels like a wilderness, but these seasons serve as preparation rather than punishment. Luke 3 reveals how John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus through a message of repentance. While forgiveness is a free gift, repentance involves a heart-level reorientation and visible change. It is time to examine spiritual potholes and ensure the path is clear for the King. Christian Life Center invites an exploration of moving beyond religious roots to produce lasting fruit. Find a community focused on transformation in Dayton Ohio. Pastor: Jordan Moore Series: Spirit Led Jesus (7) Title: Fruit Over (Luke 3:1-20) Date: 2026.06.06+07 LINKS:

Sunday morning message with Pastor Brad Wilkinson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Michael and I revisit our endorsement of the CLC, in light of their closing ranks around what Michael and I perceive as the wrongdoing in Branch 70.

Wednesday evening message with Pastor Brad Wilkinson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Episode 317 - “Ending Things Well”Not every ending has to become a disaster to matter deeply. Some endings arrive quietly. A relationship changes. A chapter closes. A role, routine, or version of life comes to an end. And often, what stays with us most is not just that something ended… but how it ended. In this episode, Michelle and Scott explore the emotional complexity of endings—why they affect us so deeply, why people often avoid them or handle them poorly, and what it means to bring honesty, care, and clarity into the closing of something meaningful. This isn't about making endings painless. It's about understanding that closure is less about perfection… and more about the way we leave each other when something can no longer continue.Keeping Your Sh*t Together in a Stressed World is a podcast hosted by Michelle Post, MA, LMFT and Scott Grossberg, JD, CLC, CCH, NLP, and is 30 minutes of raw, irreverent, and results-oriented discussion with one purpose in mind . . . to help you cope, thrive, and survive the craziness that's going on in the world.As a reminder, our “Get Your Sh*t Together” Home Retreat can be found here:http://thinkingmagically.com/retreatReplays of prior episodes can be found at:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-grossbergYou can also join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/keepingystMichelle Post can be reached at michelle@postinternationalinc.com http://postinternationalinc.com
Scott Grossberg can be reached at sgrossberg@hotmail.com https://www.thinkingmagically.com© ℗ 2026 Scott Grossberg & Michelle Post. All rights reserved."Easy Lemon (60 second)" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0DISCLAIMER: MICHELLE IS A THERAPIST, BUT SHE IS NOT YOUR THERAPIST. SCOTT IS A RETIRED ATTORNEY, DOES NOT PRACTICE LAW, AND DOES NOT GIVE LEGAL ADVICE. AS SUCH, SCOTT IS NOT YOUR ATTORNEY. THE INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION THAT TAKES PLACE IS FOR GENERAL INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT LEGAL, MEDICAL, NOR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE. LISTENING TO THIS PODCAST DOES NOT CREATE AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT NOR THERAPIST-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP. MICHELLE AND SCOTT ARE NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES RELATED TO ACTIONS OR FAILURES TO ACT RELATED TO ANY OF THEIR PROGRAMS OR TRAINING. IF YOU NEED SPECIFIC LEGAL, MEDICAL, OR MENTAL HEALTH ADVICE OR HELP, CONSULT WITH A PROFESSIONAL WHO SPECIALIZES IN YOUR SUBJECT MATTER AND JURISDICTION. NEVER DISREGARD THE MEDICAL ADVICE OF A PSYCHOLOGIST, PHYSICIAN OR OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONAL, OR DELAY IN SEEKING SUCH ADVICE, BECAUSE OF THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR RELATED TO ANY OF MICHELLE'S OR SCOTT'S PROGRAMS OR TRAININGS. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY EITHER MICHELLE OR SCOTT OR BOTH OF THEM ARE OFFERED IN THEIR INDIVIDUAL CAPACITIES, OFFERED "AS-IS" AND NO REPRESENTATIONS ARE MADE THAT THE CONTENT OF ANY VIEWS ARE ERROR-FREE.MICHELLE'S AND SCOTT'S PROGRAMS AND TRAINING ARE NOT SUITED FOR EVERYONE. THEY DO NOT ASSUME, AND SHALL NOT HAVE, ANY LIABILITY TO USERS FOR INJURY OR LOSS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. THEY MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONCERNING ANY TREATMENT OR ANY ACTION FOLLOWING THE INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR THROUGH ANY PROGRAM, COACHING, CONSULTING OR STRATEGIC WORK SESSION.

Tuesday evening message with Pastor Sam Lee. Follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustinya to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here Tuesday nights at CLYA.

Sunday morning message with Pastor Brad Wilkinson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and community member, Maria Jasanya. Based in Brooklyn, Maria is a nurse educator and medical writer who has mastered the art of balancing a traditional nursing career with multiple income streams.She shares her journey from wanting to be a nurse since elementary school to becoming a nurse residency coordinator, adjunct professor, and prolific freelance writer. We dive deep into how a curious mind and a willingness to say “yes” to new opportunities can lead to a fulfilling and diversified professional life.About Maria JasanyaMaria Jasanya, MSN, RNC, CNM, CLC, CNE, is a Nurse Educator, Adjunct Nursing Faculty, Certified Nurse Midwife and Nurse Freelance Medical Writer with extensive experience in nursing education, maternal–child health, and professional development. She obtained her BSN from CUNY Hunter College in 2007, MSN from SUNY Downstate Medical Center in 2012 and a post-MSN certificate from SUNY Stony Brook in 2019.Maria is passionate about mentoring nurses, advancing nursing education, self and patient advocacy and improving maternal and newborn health outcomes by applying evidence-based research. She has devoted herself to be a lifelong learner and encourages nurses to do the same! Key TakeawaysThe Power of Multiple Income Streams: We discuss how Maria manages her primary role as a nurse residency coordinator alongside being an adjunct professor at three different nursing colleges and a frequent contributor to major medical databases.The Art and Science of Writing: Maria explains how she transitioned into medical writing through our connection on LinkedIn. She now contributes to platforms like EBSCO's Dynamic Health and Relias, specializing in updating references, fact-checking, and writing nursing and continuing education content.Speaking into Existence: After taking a chance on her first podcast guest appearance, Maria discovered a new passion for speaking and now proactively uses LinkedIn to book future engagements.Advice for Nurses Seeking ChangeFollow Your Passion: Maria emphasizes that you shouldn't chase money; instead, chase your passion, and the multiple income streams will naturally follow.Ignore the “Marketable” Myth: You don't have to work in high-acuity areas like the ICU just to be marketable; there are endless opportunities in settings like school health, correctional nursing, and neuro rehab.Start Small and Take Risks: Growth happens when you are willing to be uncomfortable. Whether it's a small $25 project or a new credential like SEO, every step helps build your professional repertoire.Follow Maria on Socials!LinkedInWelcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I appreciate you following me and listening today. I would LOVE for you to subscribe: ITUNESAnd if you love it, can I ask for a

Stephanie brings a unique perspective to breastfeeding and postpartum support by combining occupational therapy expertise with lactation consulting. After 9+ years in the NICU and her own breastfeeding journey with her premature son in 2023, she's committed to helping families navigate lactation and infant development with confidence and compassion. In this episode, we talk about what a session with Stephanie looks like, prenatal prep, postpartum red flags, and why asking for help isn't optional—it's essential. Key TakeawaysBefore Baby Arrives: 3 Powerful Prenatal ChoicesTake a prenatal lactation class — Most insurance covers it. Being prepped gives you options and confidence.Get your breast pump early (33-34 weeks) — Insurance usually covers it. Don't wait until you need it.Leverage your insurance — Most plans cover prenatal classes AND pumps. That's free education and equipment.After Baby Arrives: 3 Powerful Reasons to Ask for HelpAsk for help. You need rest. You need support. There's no medal for doing it alone.If you're experiencing pain, reach out immediately. Pain is NOT normal. A qualified IBCLC can help.If something feels off with baby, get assessed. Clicking, gulping, arching, popping on and off—reach out to a professional."You don't have to push through the pain. You don't have to do it alone. Ask for help, and let people come alongside you." - Stephanie Wong, Certified NICU OT & Lactation ConsultantWhat to Look for in a Lactation ConsultantSeek an IBCLC over a CLC. IBCLCs have more rigorous training standards.Consider booking postpartum support privately. Hospital LCs have time constraints; private sessions offer more thorough care.In-person or virtual? Both work. Choose what fits your life.More from Stephanie Wong, IBCLC:Stephanie's Practice: Lovely Littles TherapyInstagram & Website: @lovelylittlestherapy | lovelylittlestherapy.com Helpful Timestamps:00:00 Whole Family Lactation01:30 NICU Roots & Personal Journey04:15 What a Session Looks Like06:45 Prenatal Breastfeeding Prep13:31 Postpartum Tips + Myth Busting16:30 Red Flags When Breastfeeding19:19 Weight Checks Pediatrician Support21:35 Partners Bonding Beyond Bottles23:57 Where to Find StephanieJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love

Wednesday evening message with Pastor Rex Johnson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Sunday morning message with Pastor Brad Wilkinson. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

Brenda J. and Karen W. are honored to welcome Teresa Hayes, founder and executive director of Unfinished Grace, and certified in TRLC and CLC. In this powerful episode, Teresa shares her personal story and how God led her to launch her nonprofit created to provide a FREE tool for healing and restoration for women everywhere. Teresa offers coaching services, unplanned pregnancy support, mentoring, healing groups, retreats, and resources designed to help women move forward in God's grace and purpose. Her heart is to help women build healthy rhythms, overcome obstacles, navigate difficult transitions, and move from endings into new beginnings. Unfinished Grace serves women struggling with shame, trauma, abuse, unhealthy lifestyles, difficult choices, or addiction-related pain. Their mission is to help women move from "gracefully broken to gracefully restored." In this conversation, Teresa shares what the ministry offers, how they collaborate with other nonprofits to connect women with needed support, and why this ministry is so close to her heart. This is a powerful and hope-filled must-listen episode. https://unfinishedgrace.org https://hangingontohope.org    

Wednesday evening message with Pastor Sam Lee. Visit christianlifeustin.com, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram @christianlifeaustin to stay up to date with the exciting things happening here at Christian Life Austin.

What does meaningful caregiver coaching look like in infant feeding therapy?Guest: Madi Metcalf, MS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeIn this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, welcomes back Madi Metcalf, MS, CCC-SLP, to explore infant feeding through a Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) lens. Together, they discuss how medical factors can impact feeding even in the youngest patients, and the importance of early, caregiver-centered support. The conversation also highlights building caregiver confidence, creating realistic feeding goals, and supporting families through postpartum challenges. This conversation is rooted in hope, trust, and helping caregivers feel seen, supported, and confident throughout the feeding journey.About the Guest(s): Madi Metcalf, MS, CCC-SLP, is an Arkansas-based speech-language pathologist with advanced training in pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders and the owner of Function First Speech and Feeding Therapy, where she provides home, community, and clinic-based services. She is passionate about interdisciplinary care and caregiver collaboration to support safe, functional feeding.Show Notes:Contact Madi: @functionfirstslp on Instagram or on LinkedInAttend the 2026 PEDIATRIC FEEDING SYMPOSIUM Beyond the Bite: Supporting the Whole Family in Pediatric Feeding DisordersMadi's Related CoursesEffective Parent Coaching CourseFamily Guided Routines Based InterventionHelping Your Child with Extreme Picky Eating BookBritt Pados Related CourseRoutines-based Interview ChecklistBridging NICU to Home CourseFeeding Matters

Brenda J. and Karen W. are honored to welcome Teresa Hayes, founder and executive director of Unfinished Grace, and certified in TRLC and CLC. In this powerful episode, Teresa shares her personal story and how God led her to launch her nonprofit created to provide a FREE tool for healing and restoration for women everywhere. Teresa offers coaching services, unplanned pregnancy support, mentoring, healing groups, retreats, and resources designed to help women move forward in God's grace and purpose. Her heart is to help women build healthy rhythms, overcome obstacles, navigate difficult transitions, and move from endings into new beginnings. Unfinished Grace serves women struggling with shame, trauma, abuse, unhealthy lifestyles, difficult choices, or addiction-related pain. Their mission is to help women move from "gracefully broken to gracefully restored." In this conversation, Teresa shares what the ministry offers, how they collaborate with other nonprofits to connect women with needed support, and why this ministry is so close to her heart. This is a powerful and hope-filled must-listen episode. https://unfinishedgrace.org https://hangingontohope.org    

Walk through sensory systems and key reflexes for infant feeding. Guest: Michelle Emanuel, OTR/L, IBCLC, NBCR, CSTEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeRegister for the FREE Empowering Providers PFD seriesMichelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, welcomes industry leader Michelle Emanuel, OTR/L, IBCLC, NBCR, CST, for a thoughtful and engaging conversation on infant reflexes and their role in early feeding development. Together, they explore how key reflexes contribute to early suck–swallow coordination, and how these patterns evolve as infants grow. Their conversation also highlights the role of interoception–the body's internal sense that helps infants recognize hunger and fullness cues. They discuss torticollis and how neck muscle imbalance can impact positioning and latch, and close with a candid look at tethered oral tissues and their potential influence on feeding outcomes.About the Guest: Michelle Emanuel, OTR/L, IBCLC, NBCR, CST, has been a Pediatric Occupational Therapist for 30 years and specializes in working with newborns to pre-crawling infants. She is a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist and IBCLC, who is also certified in yoga and several forms of manual therapy. Michelle is passionate about infant neurodevelopment, feeding, the sensory nervous system, and social engagement.Show Notes:Contact Michelle Emanuel: @tonguetiebabies and @tummytimemethod on Instagram or on LinkedInHazelbaker Lactation InstituteAmerican Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery: Clinical Consensus Statement: Ankyloglossia in ChildrenGeorgia Malandraki PublicationsTummy Time MethodLove Money: La Leche League