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Just Needs: parenting children with disabilities
Some people think of disabilities as "special needs." But as parents of children with disabilities, we know our kids just have needs... like everyone else. Settle in with our podcast for real talk about advocacy, friendships, developmental delays, evaluations, IEPs, sensory meltdowns, autism, and all the ups and downs that come with this gig. We don’t have all the answers, but we promise to try to figure it out with you. Join us.
Episodes
61 episodes
Re-Release: The importance of sleep in early childhood with Dr. Nilong Vyas
This week, Christina chats with Dr. Nilong Vyas of Sleepless in NOLA, on the importance of sleep in early childhood. They’ll answer questions like, “Why is sleep important?” and “My child is a terrible sleeper. Is it me or something else?” List...
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Episode 60
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31:50
Re-Release: 5 tips for filing taxes for people with disabilities
Nothing’s sure but… well, you know the end of that sentence. If your family includes a child or adult with a disability, here are 5 important things to know before you file your taxes in 2022.Resources mentioned in this episode
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Episode 59
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9:00
Re-Release: Flying with kids with disabilities: 5 tips to make the trip easier
Flying with kids with disabilities can be stressful and overwhelming. This week’s podcast episode has 5 tips to make the trip easier for you and your child.Resources mentioned in this episode
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Episode 58
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8:20
Bonus: Pediatric Sleep Study: Sleepless in Baton Rogue
In this bonus episode, Christina discusses doing a pediatric sleep study with her son and his sensory needs. Resources mentioned in this episodeThe importanc...
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Episode 57
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8:40
The importance of sleep in early childhood with Dr. Nilong Vyas
This week, Christina chats with Dr. Nilong Vyas of Sleepless in NOLA, on the importance of sleep in early childhood. They’ll answer questions like, “Why is sleep important?” and “My child is a terrible sleeper. Is it me or something else?” List...
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Season 1
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Episode 56
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31:50
How to be a great health care advocate for your complex kid
What do you do if you just found out your child has medically complex needs? Do you know how to be a great health care advocate for your complex kid? Christina gets helpful information and insight from Julia Roberts, parent and long-time advoca...
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Episode 55
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37:30
Speech Apraxia vs Autism: Are they related?
Speech Apraxia vs Autism: Are they related? If a child is speech delayed what can you do? Christina gets helpful information and insight from Kacy Woodson, a speech-language pathologist, in this week's episode. Resources mentione...
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Episode 54
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25:00
Building community for children with disabilities with Raymond A. Jetson
Mr. Raymond A. Jetson says, “... If our children are going to feel present and valued and able to be the best version of themselves in the world, we have to be intentional about impacting the world in a way that creates space for that to happen...
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Episode 53
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33:10
Back to school anxiety tips with Julie McIsaac
In this week’s episode, Christina gets back-to-school tips from Julie McIsaac, Learning and Mental Health Consultant. Get some real-life tips to support your child and their teacher as we head back to school.Resources mentioned in thi...
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Episode 52
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29:35
How to Calm the Chaos with Dayna Abraham
In this week’s episode, Christina talks with Dayna Abraham, bestselling author of Calm the Chaos: A Fail-Proof Roadmap for Parenting Even the Most Challenging Kids. They discuss supporting neurodivergent kids at home in a realistic and shame-fr...
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Episode 51
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32:10
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Re-Release: Introduce your child with F-Words; it's not what you think
We’re back in school. Is your child with disabilities working with a new teacher? In this week’s podcast learn how to introduce your child to their teacher using helpful F-words!Resources mentioned in this episode
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Episode 50
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7:20
Resources for children with disabilities: how to find them
Resources for children with disabilities: what are they, how do I find them? If you’ve found yourself overwhelmed with where to start in getting support for your child with disabilities or developmental delay this podcast episode is for you. Li...
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Episode 49
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9:35
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Flying with kids with disabilities: 5 tips to make the trip easier
Flying with kids with disabilities can be stressful and overwhelming. This week’s podcast episode has 5 tips to make the trip easier for you and your child.Resources mentioned in this episode
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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8:20
Re-Release: Fun in the sun, tips for kids’ water safety
Pool safety is important for everyone, more so for children with disabilities. Parents need hints for summer, some that are not always obvious. This week’s podcast contains 9 quick tips for water safety and UV awareness.Resources men...
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Episode 47
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6:45
Self-care for caregivers: practical tips that aren't (just) about bubble baths
Self-care for caregivers: You’re tired and you know you need it. But how? And why would you want one more thing to add to your to-do list? This week on the podcast, I want to share with you how some things you’re already doing every day can be ...
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Episode 46
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9:35
3 ways to support parents of a child with mental illness
There is often confusion and fear and difficulty when talking about mental illness, especially when children are involved. There doesn’t need to be though. This week’s podcast focuses on how you can support parents of children with mental illne...
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Episode 45
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10:50
Re-Release: Does my child need occupational therapy?
In honor of Occuptional Therapy Month, we are re-releasing on episode on occupational therapy.If your young child has a disability or delay, you may have been referred to Occupational Therapy. But what does occupational therapy mean for...
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Episode 44
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10:25
“There’s no magic amount of knowledge”: A conversation with a neurodivergent mom raising an Autistic child
“There’s no magic amount of knowledge.” This week I have a conversation with Nell Curran and she has some great insights into raising a neurodivergent child. Listen along as two neurodivergent moms talk about raising neurodivergent children.
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Episode 43
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34:05
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Body doubling and other parenting tips for neurodivergent adults
Do you ever ask yourself, “as a neurodivergent parent, how can I teach my neurodivergent child skills that they’ll need?” This week on the podcast, I want to share some skills that I have discovered work for me and my family.Resources...
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Episode 42
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8:25
“Don’t give up hope.” A parent’s story of raising a child with disabilities
“It’s tough and there’s some really, really hard days. Just don’t give up hope.” This week we talk to one parent about raising her child with disabilities. Listen along to hear some of the lessons she learned along the way.Resources ...
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Episode 41
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20:45
What is the IDEA act?... and other Special Education mysteries decoded
Do you know your rights under IDEA? It’s the law that requires schools to provide special education services to students with disabilities. Listen to this week’s podcast episode to learn more.Resources mentioned in this episode
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Episode 40
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8:15
What kinds of programs can support my child as they become an adult?
When your student with a disability is ready to transition to adult life, it may feel like they are striking out on their own. But there are programs and resources that will continue to support them in this next phase of their lives. Learn more...
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Episode 39
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6:55
"Calmness feels nice;" An interview about how tapping helped one mama's anxious child.
Processing emotions takes time, patience, focus, practice, and follow-through. It’s easy for anxious kids to get overloaded. In this podcast interview, Exceptional Lives Team Member Carey Luckey talks about how tapping helps her son.
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Episode 38
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19:40
New Year, Same Me
Setting New Year's resolutions that you don't follow through with can leave you feeling defeated. Instead, focus on how amazing you are this year and share that with those around you!We’ll be taking a short break from the podcast to cel...
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Episode 37
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3:25
Feeling holiday parent stress? We are too. Here’s our favorite trick for that.
You know that ‘bored’ feeling? No? Oh right, you’re a parent. These days, our devices are a source of constant entertainment, information, and connection - but they can also increase our stress and take us away from our kids (even when we...
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Episode 36
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