For Our Special Kids: Recent Episodes
Jen Lansink
For Our Special Kids is simply that...For Our Special Kids. When you realize you have a magic child on your hands, you do everything you can for them. So...I started a podcast to honor and highlight the magic and the mess of raising a child with special needs. What I have learned over the past 5 years is profound:1. My child is WAY smarter than me.2. She has opened me up to the incredible world of intuition, psychic abilities, mediumship, healing, telepathy, galactic travel, the angel realms, spirit guides, and a whole lot more.3. If we can learn to let go of expectations, the universe will blow your mind.4. I wouldn't want to spend another day of my existence without her in my life. 5. I am a better person because she chose me as her mom. So...while I originally intended to focus on providing tools and therapies and amazing stuff for parents/caregivers with a child with special needs...this has really morphed into a podcast for parents that are curious about new and innovative ways to better connect with their child. How can you use CranioSacral Therapy to be a better parent? How might crystals help soothe the energy within your home?How can your child's birth chart help you become a better home schooling parent?What is the best way to maneuver an IEP while celebrating the differences your magic child brings to the school?So, thanks for joining me...it's gonna be a fun ride and I promise we'll make mistakes along the way. But hell...that's parenting for ya!!!Smooches,Jen
In today's episode we go a little more woo on you! Sandra shares her favorite essential oils, types for detoxing and decreasing puffiness after drinking too much, perimenopause hacks, crystals and LifeWave patches she loves and so much more!
Note, the beginning of this episode includes a bit of a rant from me about incorporating more intuition into our everyday lives and how we have to do more than just a 1-day protest!!!
Enjoy and let me know what you think.
Things we discussed:
- The Collective Newsletter
- Dose: www.dosedaily.co
- Live Wave Patches
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Part 1 of my conversation with Sandra Loëb is full of content. We discuss her son's autism diagnosis, MRNI and the successes we've experienced with our kids, Western Medicine, Intuition and Functional Medicine, the powerful impact of Martial Arts on reflexes, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and so much more!!!
Enjoy!
To learn more about the topics we discussed today or to connect with Sandra, use the links below:
MNRI: www.Masgutovamethod.com
Holistic Medical Clinic: www.healingprovisions.net
Instragram: @sandovalintx
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It's been a while since we last chatted and today I'm coming at you with something very different!! I did a shamanic journey to talk with my dad who passed a year ago today.
I hope you find some meaning in his words!
Enjoy and let me know what you think.
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Today's episode will hopefully positively impact your entire family. Jen learned so much with Dr. Verano today. They discussed the important of our tongue and tongue posture, how to "diagnose" a tongue tie, the impact on children as they grow, nursing, bed wetting, misdiagnosed ADHD, patterns to look for, nose vs. mouth breathing, sleep disorders and so much more!!
Enjoy and please let us know what you think. Your reviews and positive ratings help our little podcast get found!!!
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Meet Mrs. G, a passionate 3rd grade teacher who’s redefining what it means to create an inclusive classroom. 💛 From asking brave questions to celebrating every child's uniqueness, her philosophy reminds us that curiosity, compassion, and a good book can change everything.📚✨
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Today, we are talking about the podcast Kate and Jen did with Sacred Soul Sisters, celebrating the incredible news about our Kickstarter campaign, and finally giving you Part 2 of my conversation with intuitive expert, Ditte Young where we explore:
- How communication around intuition has evolved
- Navigating being an intuitive in a skeptical world
- Understanding the 7th sense
- How our children mirror our emotions and issues
- How Ditte teaches telepathy
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Today, Kate and Jen talk about their new children's book, Clair and Her Magical Friends and how it can help to guide you as a parent and your children as well.
If you’ve ever looked at your child and thought, “I want to protect that light…”
Then we invite you to help us bring this book to life.
There’s details below about the Kickstarter campaign we have going on right now to fund the printing and distribution of Clair and Her Magical Friends.
Because…well, we can’t do it without you.
Every pledge helps.
Every share matters.
Every child reached… is one more voice reminded of their own worth.
Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy!
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Where even to begin? This episode is jam packed with information and fun conversation. Ditte shares when she 1st noticed that she had extremely sensitive telepathic abilities, how she trained herself and her son to become better versions of themselves, and how you, as a parent, can take a few easy steps to begin enhancing yours!!
We hope you enjoy and let us know what you think!
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In early January… we did an episode with Rhona x about her CBD oils and the life she has created for her children.
That episode received a lot of attention and as a result, I was approached by Ethan Pompeo. Ethan shares his story today with us. And, while we do talk about CBD, we talk about a lot more. He introduces me to PANDAS, which I had never heard of. We talk about how not having an accurate diagnosis as a 13 year old lead him down a pretty disruptive path. While he had extremely supportive parents, his journey was challenging. He shares all sorts of lessons learned with us today.
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This week Jen is sharing a channeled message from Teal's Higher Self. Teal shared with Jen why she was acting out at school and how she could be soothed.
This episode is a reminder that we can connect with our verbalish children in a variety of ways. To learn more, reach out to Jen at jen@forourspecialkids.com to a reading.
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Warning...we do mention the BIG O in this episode and the value of it for staying sane as mothers.
Tania and I talk about lots of other things to:
- What has happened since our intensive in San Diego with MNRI?
- How we encourage everyone to make community
- The "treadmill" and why we stay on and how we get off it
- Our child's treadmill and how we hit pause
And...so much more!!
I hope you enjoy and let me know what you think!
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Today I get an opportunity to speak with an Intuitive Medical Mama, Ashley Matthews. We talk about her son, his complicated diagnoses, the lack of knowledge surrounding those diagnoses, the complexity around being a medical mama, adhd, intuition, telepathy, and so much more.
Be sure to check her out at www.somaticmagicmama.com.
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In today's fast-talking episode, Rhona and Jen discuss the impact an organic CBD oil has had on 3 children with disabilities and a mom. Rhona started using CBD oil over 7 years ago and hasn't looked back. She now has her own line of oils and works 1-on-1 with many families to get this solution "just right!"
To learn more about Rhona and her oils, go to:
Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/ourcbdjourneybyrhonax?igsh=MWZ0OWdxOHI1czdhag==
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rhonacullinan?_t=8rNrRv283Kz&_r=1
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@byrhonax/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@byrhonax?si=IF6RZlQJDVRakzIX
Joshua's Journey: https://youtu.be/5SN6IPYkPiw?si=BTFHFnUeb2yoOl0d
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Today's episode with Michelle Gauthier, host of the Overwhelmed Working Woman podcast goes from professional recording to a chat among friends really quick.
However, we do cover some great content:
· When to control and what to control
· The skill of the pause
· Expectations and when to lower them
· Hope
· Society’s role with our children
· What to throw over the boat
We also chat about my junk piles and at times, this turns into a little therapy/processing session for me.
In the end, Ihope you enjoy and let me know what you tthink.
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Giving thanks to all of you this week. We've had some very fun new listeners...so welcome to the community.
The card I pulled today was from the book Medicine Cards by Jamie Sams and David Carson. You can learn more at Medicine Cards – The Discovery of Power Through the Ways of Animals.
The team I connect with is called my "Spirit Ohana." They have specifically requested that I call them my family in Hawaiian. There is a short podcast covering this discovery if you have interest.
I hope you take a few bits of information today and truly know how much I appreciate your love and gratitude for this podcast.
Enjoy your holiday (in the US)!
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If you listened to last week’s episode, you’ll know that I asked Samantha and Kevin to come back on and talk about a conference they are hosting in San Diego in January. The conference is based on Svetlana Masgutova’s research and therapy approach around reflexes.
Today, we dive into why the function of our reflexes is so important to development, what MNRI is and how the therapy works, some symptoms we see that indicate when the reflexes aren’t functioning properly, specific benefits to the therapy, and the conference in San Diego.
I hope you enjoy and let me know what you think.
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Kevin and Samantha join me today to talk about their journey as parents to Parker, a 20 year old college student with CP. Their take on how to navigate life with their son is truly inspiring. Kevin and Samantha share their opinions on Western Medicine, why doctors should be looked at as consultants, how to ask for money when you need help, when to get creative, and so much more.
The charity they mention is Bridge to Healing and can be found at www.bridgetohealinginc.com.
Please reach out to me if you'd like to connect with Samantha and Kevin. They are amazing!
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As the 2024 election looms, Jen finds herself feeling ungrounded, anxious, and flighty. She's asked Jenny, author of Mama Needs a Refill, to join her again this week to review some easy tips to stay grounded. Jenny covers ways to Physically, Mentally, Emotionally, and Spiritually ground. And Jen adds her ideas on oils and crystals.
They talk about journaling, how to process anger, and a lot more!
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The author of Mama Needs a Refill joins Jen today to talk all things self, soul, and sips. Jenny is honest and real about her journey through parenthood and why taking care of the one who gives is so very important.
We hope you enjoy and let us know what you think.
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Jen had some snafus this week with editing...so, she's gone fishing!
Check out her quick message to see what epiphany she had while searching for her lost files!!!!
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Jen got a couple nudges this week and she decided to share!
If you'd like to receive her .pdf 6 Steps to Enhance Your Intuition or if you're interested in her Intuitive Parenting Course, shoot her an email!!
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In this week's episode, Jen and Joanne talk about the struggles and challenges presented in Joanne's newest book, Fall and Recovery. Joanne is an extremely honest writer who sheds light on the way movement and dance helped her recover from the perceived fall of having two children with different disabilities.
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Jay Silverman, Producer and Director of the film CAMERA, joins For Our Special Kids today to share his personal story as a father of daughters and the lessons he learned. and wants to share, in his new film CAMERA!
Their discussion takes many turns, but you'll hear a common theme about the power of raw and real story telling and the power we have when perceiving our journey through a different lens.
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How do we talk with our children about death?
How do we prepare them for the funeral?
How do we best remember them?
That’s today’s topic and while it might seem heavy, my chat with Allison Hinesley was really positive, easy, and full of tangible information.
Let us know what you think!
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This week Jen provides an update on her last 2.5 weeks. Surfing in Santa Cruz with High Fives Foundation and her IV PRP with Dr. Carlos Rios' in Capitola.
While there were many incredible things to share, she does end with some sad news about her father's unexpected passing. Thanks for understanding the delay on publishing episodes as she took some time travel home to celebrate her dad.
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We are excited to share that Teal will be getting her 1st IV-PRP dose with TruDOSE on Tuesday, July 23rd! Jen talks through the preparation process with you and anxiously awaits Tuesday morning!
Please send good energy as they travel and prepare!
Enjoy!
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Jen hadn't connected with her spirit ohana for a while and today, they were very present with her. They wanted to send this message to help you not have to be so thoughtful when asking for their guidance, love, support, and positive energy they want to offer you. Let the spirit smoke guide you!
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Well, it took me a while to get today’s guest on the show but I’m so happy we could finally get our schedules to coordinate. Tracy is a wonderful human being and also Teal’s primary speech therapist. I say primary because even though she lives in the LA area and we only do Zoom calls with her, she has created more movement and change within Teal in 1 year than any other speech therapist we’ve worked with. And, we’ve worked with a lot.
So, if you look back on all the hours of speech therapy your child has done and you aren’t satisfied with the results, give Tracy a call. I’m not kidding when I say she’s changed our world.
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Ever wonder why you can't get out of your emotional rut? Or, why some people seem to just attract great things to them? Annette Moreau joins us today to talk about the best strategies to transcend negative emotion to help better cope with life on our journey as medical mamas.
I hope you enjoy and let us know what you think.
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Today, Claire McMurray joins us to talk all thing friendship. The friendships our children do or don't have, the friendships we have as parents and caregivers, and the community of friends we have as a result of our journey. Claire wrote an essay in Becoming Brave Together called Behind the Window and I encourage you to grab the book to read all the essays to better embrace our community.
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In this episode, Jen and Noelle just talk all sorts of things. You'll get to contemplate your soul's journey and purpose, the existence of past lives and their role in our journey, what we are doing here as moms and caregivers, telepathy, the definition of fully functioning, and so much more!
Enjoy and send Jen an email if you got a little nugget of info that'll positively impact your life.
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Jessica Patay in our conversation today said, "A life filled with brutal moments and beautiful moments and all of it mixed together..."
Our conversation was a treat for me as we talked about community, personal healing, connection, and so much more!
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Can you commit to meditating 33 second a day? Take the challenge with Jen and see what happens.
Enjoy.
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Thank you!! Jen asked for some ideas for future episodes and one listener asked for guidance on how to approach transitional IEPs. Wendy Andersen joins Jen today to discuss the best ways to approach IEPs in general and how making a few requests can improve a child's transition from school to school.
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Today Jen interviews Roy Tuscany of High Fives Foundation. His story and attitude and generosity and so much more will blow your mind! What Roy is doing for the community of athletes with disabilities is life-altering and quite profound.
We hope you enjoy the interview!
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A quick message to wish you a happy day!!
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In this episode, Jen helps you learn to connect with your higher self and your child's too! Dive into the wisdom and guidance of your truest self through meditation, journeying, journaling, and nature. Discover the joy of this spiritual journey with me.
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Jen had a very busy week and didn't get a podcast recorded. So, we are playing revisiting and episode from 2023 with Eli Harwood, The Attachment Nerd.
Thanks for understanding.
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On Sept 4th, 2022, Kaydee introduced us to human design. And today, she provides a lot of details as to how the body graph from human design can give us insight on how to handle strong emotions like frustration or how to speak with our children in a way that meets their needs. Kaydee gives a ton of examples for Teal but I’m hoping you can pull some nuggets of information about yourself and your child.
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Today’s episode with April is the personification of the belief that things happen for a reason in perfect time. She is the next in our series Meet Amazing.
April shares her story and I know you will be inspired. We all can do hard things and April shows us today.
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Have you been feeling a little anxious lately, heavier than normal, not sleeping well, or experiencing intense dreams? Well, you are not alone, and today’s episode is a quick reminder that many of those things might be happening to your little ones as well.
Today, my friend Kate Trotter joins me for an impromptu chat about what behaviors we might be seeing in our children due to the energy of this eclipse season.
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We talk all things music in today's episode with Jim Gaven of Key of Awesome Music!
In our discussion, Jim references a book by Oliver Sacks called Musicophilia, I've attached a link to this book if you are interested in learning more about how music can effect the brain.
Musicophilia: Tales of Music and the Brain, Revised and Expanded Edition: Sacks, Oliver: 9781400033539: Amazon.com: Books
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The episode today is a follow up to last week's emotional "dump" from me. I had a wonderful chat with Etienne Jambou and Tania Ginsberg-Jambou…who are wonderful friends of mine. Tania has joined us in the past (April 13th of 2023 and June 26, 2022) and today her husband has joined us for a lovely conversation to pull through some new concepts like “diving into the darkness”, how to create a safe place for sharing, staying in the present vs. creating a worry filled future, and how moms and dads look at the future differently.
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In this extremely raw episode, Jen opens up about how her positive vibrational energy and hope has shifted since Teal's diagnosis; something she is very much ashamed to admit. Jen openly shares the raw truths about feelings no one likes to discuss and looks at the heaviness of guilt.
However, in the end, she shares two profound truths and provides you with a 4-minute guided meditation (if you choose to join her) that will help shift those heavy emotions back to a lighter, higher vibration.
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In today's episode, Tapley Holland joins the show, for a 2nd time, to talk about the 4 main ways this unique, dose- and condition-specific PRP IV therapy works and the many conditions it can positively impact.
They look at autism, mild and severe CP, Grand mal seizures, learning disabilities, type 1 diabetes, down syndrome, fentanyl overdoses, Lyme, ALS, MS. Parkinson’s, cancer, dementia, Alzheimer's and more.
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Shira Averbuch joins Jen today to talk about how our gut health, energetic body frequencies, supplements, and diet can help our kids with their disabilities.
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Jen jumps on today to share some thoughts on her recent 2-days-away and why she wasn't quite sure she was deserving of the time.
Then, she shares some inspired words on love.
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Andrea Pollacks’s main focus is on helping parents better parent their autistic child. But, the information she provided Jen on this week's episode had nothing to do with any diagnosis. Her insights on self-worth, measuring effort, self-regulation, and support vs. discipline were extremely valuable, easy to implement and tangible.
We're excited for you to walk away with some very real solutions for your parenting journey.
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In today’s episode, Jen and Kelley talk about topics we’ve never covered here at For Our Special Kids
Kelley Coleman gets Jen to talk about some not-always talked about concepts and issues. Using the words special needs vs. disabled is just one example.
They talk about ableism and why there is a negative stigma around this entire community. They get into staring and when our children are just being themselves in public and how easy it can be to openly address the behavior and not the disability.
Kelley is really good at using phrases that highlight the positives while not making excuses. She shares quite a few examples.
This is a really good conversation that stumps Jen on a few different levels.
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This week’s episode is honest, vulnerable, raw, tearful, extremely challenging, brave, heart breaking, and also hopeful.
This is Lee Tonk’s 1st time telling his story. He is a private person and for most of Remy’s life he traveled this journey of parenting a child with a disability in silence and alone. And, it is emotional. We both cry. We laugh a little too.
But, a lot of what Lee shares is brutally honest. At times, I cringed at his experiences and my heart felt the tug of sorrow and grief.
This episode might be really hard for some of you to listen to but I really encourage you to take the time needed to hear Lee, understand his journey, and know that if you’re going through a similar situation, there is hope. As Lee says towards the end of our discussion, I’d give it all up to have her back.”
Thank you for listening. I hope you know you aren’t alone. Please let me know if this episode helped you feel a little more connected to our community of parents and children.
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In today's episode, Jen shares more of her story as Teal's mama. Noelle Deane starts the interview and then as things would go...Teal jumps in and begins asking questions herself. Mind you...the questions she asked were harder than the questions Noelle probably would have asked!
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Happy New Year!!
This quick episode is posted to remind you that you are surrounded by a family that far surpasses your physical world! You are loved beyond anything you can imagine. You are held in the highest regard with the highest energies! Ask them in. Ask them to help guide you. They have so much more than love for you!
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The holidays can be a very difficult time to see magic when you've been living with so much tragedy. Today, Noelle and Jen go through a few tips and processes that might help you see the world through a different lens.
Wishing you all the best this holiday!!
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Carrie Cariello joins the podcast today. Her 19-year-old son, Jack, has autism. Carrie shares their journey as a family from Jack’s diagnosis process, to bringing home another baby, how Carrie and her husband had to find balance in their relationship and their individual relationships with Jack, when online dating goes very wrong and how important having checklists and tool kits are as our children grow from our little ones into adults.
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In today's episode, Jen and Dr. Jen talk about the scoop on poop and how, especially with a non-verbal child, poop can be an amazing communication tool. Dr. Jen discusses the primary things to look for in your child's poop and the hidden messages within. She also goes through 2 techniques we can use to help our child when they are constipated or experiencing the "runs!"
As always, please enjoy and let us know what you think!
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We're not gonna lie,...some of this information may rock your reality! Tapley Holland, from TruDOSE, joins Jen today to discuss the reasons why platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hasn't always worked and how TruDOSE is changing the playing field and the therapy strategy for the better!
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Today, Jen talks with Loren about her unique journey with her son, Kline. Kline came out of the womb with a rash and for the next 8 years Loren, her husband, Denny, and Kline fought doctors to remove the steroids from his treatment plan.
It wasn't an easy road for anyone in their family...especially Kline. Loren talks openly about the horrible skin sores, scabbing, and oozing, the battles with doctors, the tears and turmoil, and the horrible unknown they all still live with today.
There is hope, however! And, we are happy to say Kline is living his best life now!
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Happy Thanksgiving week to those celebrating. Jen takes a moment to talk about the guilt many of us feel as we sit and give gratitude for our many blessings. She asks that you try and think differently about the negative energy we sometimes associate to our own blessings when so many around the world are suffering.
Jen also shares a short message from her Spirit Team on why our positive action, thoughts, and vibrations help and don't hinder those who are suffering.
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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.
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In today's episode, Kristin introduces Jen to a new type of energy work to positively influence our kiddos. The energy and movement of color is used in an easy technique called Color Striping.
Kristin walks us through how to use this simple process with our kids to help reestablish balance and ease within their little systems.
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This is a pretty weird episode to put out there but with the state of the world right now, we thought there might be value in hearing about inspiration and the love that our spirit teams have for us on the daily!!
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This is a continuation of the Mom Rage conversation Jen had with Joi last week. We realized that there is the sad but true darker side of rage that can at times turn physical. This episode talks about when the verbal rage gets physical. But, it more importantly talks about what we can do as moms to take better care of ourselves and get in front of a situation.
Diane Ernst gives great tips for all of us who struggle every now and again with extreme exhaustion, isolation, and overwhelm.
We are not at all saying physical rage is an okay response to the above. Please know, we wanted to talk about it so that we all have tools in our toolbox to use BEFORE anything goes beyond the verbal.
This was the article Jen read from in the beginning of the episode: Mom Rage: What It Feels Like and How It Can Affect Kids (psychcentral.com)
Please reach out to a nurse, pediatrician, therapist, or clergy if you do feel that you are not able to control your emotions. There are many resources to support you.
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In this episode, Jen and Joi talk openly and honestly about the internal boiling point of emotions when raising children with special needs. Where does the rage come from, how can they anticipate it, how do they repair after unleashing the verbal rage on a person, and so much more!
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Welcome back to part 2 of Jen's conversation with Dr. Jennifer Minor. Today they talk more about applications with children and how Dr. Jen approaches her patients. She dives into Cranio Sacral and how there are quite a few similarities between Chinese medicine and CST. At the end of the conversation, Jen talks about the work she does with the dolphins in the Bahamas.
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In this week's educational episode, Dr. Jen Minor introduces us to the basics of classical Chinese Medicine. She covers the 8 major parts of Chinese Medicine, the meridians, qi, and so much more.
Next week, Jen and Dr. Jen discuss different ways to use this information with your kiddos.
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This week's episode dives deep into the wonderful world of Dr. Nuzzo. His revolutionary approach to movement, walking, surgery, and all things CP is profound.
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In this week's episode, Jen and Kristen (returning mama) talk about how Jen can better handle the question, "What's her diagnosis?" Jen tends to sway toward anger when this question comes out of stranger's mouths and she reached out to her friend, and former therapist, for some answers.
Together they brainstorm unique ways to address this question. They also dive into the deeper meaning behind this question and why people feel they can ask it. What does it say about them? And why do people think they can just ask?
Kristen also openly shares how stares are so not-helpful. How peeing at a movie theatre is impossible. And, they both chat about different ways people could start conversations, offer help, and so much more!
We hope you enjoy!!
Jen
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Our friend, Jody Goddard, joins us from Canada today to introduce a new style of energy healing called Bioenergy work and Eden Energy Medicine. And, yes, you can receive this work via zoom or during your sleep!!? What?
This means, caregivers and moms, that you don't have to drive to this therapy for your child! Life changing.
We talk about the power of the figure 8 symbol, auras, energy balls, spooning, and so much more!
we hope you enjoy and let us know what you think!!
XO
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This episode is a 1st for Jen as she is sharing a channeled message from her spirit team today. If this isn't your cup of tea, then please come back again next week or scroll down to find some "not-so-woo-woo" content!!
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As we head back into the school year, we all need to have tools in our toolbox to handle the overwhelm. This week, Annemarie talks with Jen about the ways she’s changed over the years to help with the chaos of raising 5 children and having a young man with special needs.
Annemarie talks about how her "Remove, Reset, Reconnect" model has transformed her interactions with chaos and the overwhelm that comes with it.
We discuss breathing techniques, essential oils, and so much more.
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Thank you to Susan G. (check out the Oct 24th and July 19th episodes) for saving our life with a quick recording about Intuition vs. Imagination. We dive into a quick conversation about how we as mamas or caregivers of medically complex or disabled kids can learn when to listen using their claires and make decisions or when they can breathe deeply and realize it is just their imagination!
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Tania Ginsburg-Jambou joins us again to talk about her 40th birthday in Paris, the importance of slowing down, why alone time with a spouse is so important, loss of control, and how the trauma, grief, and stress of a decade can come"flooding" back at a not-so-perfect moment.
This is a gorgeously therapeutic interview.
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While Jen is on holiday, she wanted to share an interview she did with Samantha Lee Wright of The Essential Oil Revolution Podcast. Jen was a guest on their show last year and spoke about how she uses essential oils in her daily life for self-care and how she uses them with Teal!
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In this episode, Jen's mind is blown with the raw emotion and honesty that Jolie shares with the world today about her life as a sister of a 16 year old with special needs. There are moments with tears and moments with laughter. But, we hope you all feel the moments of understanding and compassion. Please be prepared for amazing things from this incredible woman who has much to teach parents of children with special needs!
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Last week we spoke with Eli Harwood, the Attachment Nerd, about sexual abuse. This week we are speaking with Jayneen Sanders, an author and publisher, of books designed to help families and educators address the issue of abuse.
In today’s episode we talk about everything from body safety and the words to use when addressing our children and asking for permission. I love when Jayneen said this, “How would you like me to greet you today?” What a powerful way to give a child ownership.
We talk about respect for self and others, her amazing new book called Included, and how her daughter, Isabel’s experiences with a boy named Luca have helped to shape much of her forward motion within the special needs community.
There is a lot of hope in this world and we, as parents, set the stage for what is and what isn’t accepted in our homes and schools. I hope you take away some phrases that will help you to change our world.
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Just a quick note...I'll be posting our episode a bit late! Thanks for understanding.
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In today's episode Eli Harwood and Jen openly talk about sexual trauma and abuse occurring within our community of children with special needs. Yes, it happens. And, Eli is very honest about how we can't control everything that happens but we can prepare our children and ourselves in the very best ways possible.
Eli talks about the 3 most common areas that sexual violence/abuse can happen. How we can minimize the chances and increase the confidence within ourselves and our children. She gives us lots of usable phrases and responses to use to prepare and ways in which we can talk about things after we suspect something may have happened.
We know this isn't an easy topic. We know it is messy. But, talking about the mess is a commitment that Jen made in the beginning of 2023. So, here we go!
As always we hope you can take something away from this conversation. And let us know what you think.
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Today's episode brings a full circle to an interview series with the Lapkin family...unless Larry wants to join us in the future! Tyler Lapkin, sister to Haley (Mar 12 Episode) and son to Deborah (Feb 12 Episode) joins us today to talk about the compassion, empathy, joy, and lessons he learned growing up with Haley.
His honesty and genuine nature shine through during our entire conversation! It was an absolute pleasure!2
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In this episode, Joey Travolta introduces us to the hopeful side of Hollywood with his company Inclusion Films. Learn how Joey is taking the word "inclusion" to a whole new level by not just speaking about it but living it and loving it.
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If you haven’t listened to last week’s episode yet with Creative Lives' Executive Director, Maureen Burford, I recommend you take a few minutes to listen to that before diving into this part of my conversation with Maureen as it gives you some substantial building blocks on how to use a better balanced chakra system to engage with your child.
In today’s shorter episode, Maureen and I do a bit of brainstorming on how to work with children with special needs using this approach. And she shares some touching moments she has experienced when engaging her 3rd eye in a more thoughtful manner.
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In part 1 of this 3 part series, Maureen Burford, Creative Director of Creative Lives, introduces us to a new perspective regarding our chakra system and how we can work with the 7 main chakras to balance ourselves and our children.
Maureen works with Ellen Tadd's philosophies and incorporates the chakras into a holistic educational approach.
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Sara England is an amazing mom to 3 child one of whom has Down Syndrome. today she shares with us some incredible tips on how to change your life...little by little, how familial patterning can change with you, and how self-care really is where we can most benefit our life with our children.
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In this week's episode, Annemarie shares her journey with us about her and her son's life after a non-fatal drowning at the young age of 17 months. Choices make all of the difference and Annemarie speaks openly how her choices each day shaped the life they would live as a family.
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This week's episode is with Sylvia Shordike, founder of NeuroHorizons, and mentor to Jen and teacher to Teal.
Sylvia dives into why having the ability to fall down is just as important as knowing how to stand and walk. Jen and Sylvia discuss the evolution of the brain and why children need time on their backs to map their bone structure in the brain. Sylvia gives us lots of examples as to why "tummy time" isn't necessarily a good decision for infants and so much more!
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Just some quick thoughts on how it's ok to not want to "mom" others on Mother's Day.
Take this day, if you can, to mom yourself!! Write down the things you would do with your free day so you're ready when you get that time! I think that list is so very important...have a list of 5 things you would do for yourself whenever you have those moments of solitude.
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In this Meet Amazing episode, Jen and Kristin cover quite a bit of content. Kristin is very real in this episode about the tough stuff and also the moments to celebrate. She openly talks about not wanting to be on this journey and the struggles she had after learning more about her son's condition.
But, the biggest message we hope you take away is that we need to pat ourselves on the back more. We need to celebrate the triumphs that perhaps no one else will understand. And we certainly need to keep looking for the sweetness.
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In this week's episode, Jen interviews Suzanne Falter. In their chat, they talk about grief, mourning, and self care. Suzanne discusses how each of us can connect with someone in spirit, the default mode and why doing nothing so important to healing and connection, and some ways to raise your vibe so you can find and keep those connections.
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Denise Correll joins the podcast today to talk about IEP and summer preparation. With her many years within the special education community, Denise has a wealth of knowledge and experiences to share with us. She gives us both concrete content and some woo-woo spiritual content as well. But most importantly we talk about goals, rights, preparedness, and kindness!
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In today's episode, Eli Harwood, a licensed therapist introduces us to EMDR and TBRI. Two methods to help children work through their trauma with the overall intention of providing a safe place for children to eventually land. Our conversation defines trauma, looks at why and how our nervous system influences our child's experiences. We dive into tips for creating better connection with your child, signs to look for to determine if your child has had a traumatic experience, labels and so much more.
We certainly dig deep into some of the mess of this parenting journey. I hope you enjoy! Let me know what you think.
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We can't believe we made it...1 YEAR!! This episode is simply a love letter to our listeners, a thank you, and a setting expectations for our year ahead!!!
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Jen's is on holiday this week in the Alps so we wanted to share with you a quick look into one of her best friendships with Kristen O'meara. Yes, they talk about this stuff on any given day. It's just what they do! This little snippet of their chat was just perfect. They both share their thoughts on people's energy, setting up boundaries, clearing a room, hearing voices, IEPs and lots more.
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In November, we hosted our first Community Zoom with Steven Forth, the behavior dude. It was an incredible hour with such great teaching moments. And today, I’m sharing it with you.
We talked about:
- how to avoid the rush to create more connection,
- how or how not to feed the dog,
- teenage issues,
- toddler bedtimes,
- duct tape is not a safe restrainer,
- safety,
- compassion,
- how to pass off a situation to your partner when you’re feeling overwhelmed,
- and quite a few other things.
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In today's episode Jolena gives us great advice on how best to parent our spiritually awakened kids. We hear her set boundaries with spirit and she demonstrates how we can model this for our kids. She gives us a great "bad dream spell" so be sure to have pen and paper ready if you have a little one who is having bad dreams or nightmares.
She talks from personal experience about how it can be very hard as a child if parents don't talk about those "unseen" things like our ancestors and their energy.
She also gets into her volunteer role with a theatre company who works specifically with teenagers and young adults with special needs. And, we end with some inspiring information about spirit art!
I hope you enjoy and let me know what you think.
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This week we highlight a series we haven't done in a while...What's It Like. Haley joins us today to talk opening and honestly about her life with osteogenesis imperfecta or brittle bones disease.
She bravely covers everything from discrimination, lessons from childhood, therapy, fears, finding love, her passions, and so much more!
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Annette Moreau, of Annette Moreau Coaching, has taken her life's journey with her two medically complex sons and used it to create a transformative program for women to reclaim their life, their joy, their passion, and their control.
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Our episode today is with Maren, a new friend of mine and a parent to 2 amazingly spiritual children. During our chat, Maren gives us lots of tangible, easily implementable strategies if you want to raise children in a more spiritual way. She’s honest about how she perhaps used her words without understanding the impact of them on her then 2 year olds' “imaginary friend.”
She gives lots of real life examples of how she now supports and validates her boys’ experiences and observations. And, those scenarios reall helped me with my interactions with Teal. She shares steps we can all take with our children to encourage them, honor them, and raise them to be loving humans in our world.
We talk at the end about how when we simplify most of this journey we are on, it just comes down to love and light.
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Today’s interview is with Kate Swenson, author of Forever Boy. A mother’s memoir of Autism and Finding Joy. In this episode, we talk about:
- Hitting that emotional and physical bottom,
- Grief and unpacking our emotions,
- Why we hate playgrounds, and
- Kate's advice on how to navigate the great chasm between diagnosis and joy
Kate writes and talks with a natural ease so I know you'll enjoy our time together.
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Jen interviews her neighbor, Deborah Lapkin, in this week's episode. Deborah gave birth to Haley almost 40 years ago. They did not know at the time of her delivery that Haley has Osteogenesis Imperfecta or Brittle Bone Disease.
In this episode, Deborah discusses their journey as a family within a small community and how they both helped to transform much of how our school operates today. She gives us tips on what helped her get out from under the solitude and loneliness of parenting a child with special needs.
Jen gets honest about how she doesn't ask for help because sometimes she doesn't even know what she needs. Can you relate? She has some ideas for how those that support us on this journey can offer their own solutions to take help.
We celebrate love this week on our Valentine's episode. We hope you enjoy. And, let us know what you think!
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Can you have a spiritual, mindful practice when playing for hours on end with transformers? Kristen can!
- How do we take our every day and make it more connected?
- How can we take the perceived mundane and make it magical?
- How can we make moments into memories?
In today's episode, Kristen O'Meara and Jen chat about her 16 year old son, Austin, and how her relationship with him has progressed over the years and how her mentality around her time with him has progressed over the years!
Be sure to check out Kristen and Tina on their new podcast Intuition Talks! They both introduce you to easy ways to develop your intuition in our every day world!
We hope you enjoy and...let us know what you think.
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We are excited to add another episode to the Meet Amazing series of For Our Special Kids. Today, Jen talks with Tiffany Goodchild about her incredible son Karter. This is a raw look into the real life of a beautiful family and their journey from a traumatic birth injury to celebration.
Tiffany is a strong advocate for her son, his inclusion in this world, and the right of every child to live their best life no matter what it takes.
Yes, we cry. We cry because our discussion is genuine and heart felt. We talk about play dates and how important they are to every child. We discuss the grief that comes with a diagnosis and the life that could have been. We explore those items that just aren't going to happen for our kids and how we can let those go to live more fully.
We dive deep into how Karter walks with his robot legs from Trexo Robotics and The Kourageous Karter Foundation. Tiffany's foundation just gave a year of walking to a child named Alex. So fun. A donation to their organization would mean another child next year gets to walk!
Thanks for listening. We hope you enjoy.
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How do you have a life to thrive in?
We drop right into this great chat between Alora and Jen, who have been spiritual friends for years now after connecting over the Abraham-Hicks, Law of Attraction content. We begin chatting about how to work spirituality into your daily conversations with your children. She encourages us to keep things bite sized and don’t try to make every moment magical.
Alora has some profound mama tips to share with you.
- How do you apologize to your children?
- How do you talk about stress and issues that concern you as a parent?
- What is “normal” for children? How do you make everything “normal” so children better understand how to live and grow in our world?
- What are the values of living with a tribe?
- How do you raise kids that know what they want, how to communicate, and how to be the best humans they can be.
This fun and spirited conversation covers lots of ground so get ready to laugh and learn about spiritual parenting.
Jen and Alora mention the “claire’s.” This is reference to the main claire’s used in intuition. These include:
- Clairsentience: clear feeling
- Clairaudience: clear hearing
- Clairvoyance: clear seeing
- Claircognizance: clear knowing
To connect with Alora, go to http://www.askalora.com
Check out her podcast, Alora Unleashed – A Law of Attraction Podcast!
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In today’s episode, Alexis McGlynn and I give you a sneak peek into our future intentional and intuitive parenting course. We discuss the surprise and shock of having a child that didn’t initially meet our expectations and how that causes grief and anger even depression. She then goes into how acceptance doesn’t have to mean loving your situation but that it does mean that you are willing to let it be and to go on living. Alexis gives us examples of her gratitude practice and lets us in on how it allowed her to create unconditional love and positive regard for herself. That love then rolled into and onto her family.
This conversation was deep and heartfelt and I certainly hope you enjoy.
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Joell Dunlap introduces us to her non-profit organization called Square Peg Foundation. But, Joell also shares her life lessons, from having a son at 16, embracing her “judgey self” as she says , and her absolute adoration of horses and the magic they provide the world. While Square Peg works primarily with autists, I think you’ll gain quite a few life lessons of your own.
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In this episode, Jen shares more of her and Teal's journey. Just as for Our Special Kids was being launched, Denise Correll interviewed Jen for her and Samantha Fey's podcast, Enlightened Empaths in 2022.
So, we thought it might be fun to share this interview with you to help you better understand more of Jen and Teal's story as you begin your new year.
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Jen gives you a little piece of her heart's gratitude tonight on this quiet Christmas night.
May you know you are valued.
May you know you are special and important.
May you know that you are loved.
Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family.
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In this episode, we are joined by Jenifer Edwards to go back to the basics of astrology. Jen talks about the moon and what we should be doing when the moon waxes and wanes. (A quick little trick for remembering what waning and waxing means...a waNing moon is getting smaller and is heading to the New moon. The 'N' in both helps me remember.)
Jen talks about the energy of the moon, the sun sign, your moon sign, and your rising sign and how a better understanding of those signs helps you to understand how to best support your child.
There is a lot in this episode, and we encourage you to listen a few times to really digest everything she has to say.
As always, we hope you enjoy and let Jen know what you think.
Resources:
- To connect with Jenifer and make an appointment go to ThankGoddess.org
- Follow Jenifer on Instagram: @thank_goddess
- Check out your own birth chart at Astro.com
- Listen to Jenifer's live podcast at Star Medicine Podcast.
- And don’t forget about Moon Lodge: a community that helps people guide themselves through their own consciousness. Join this Patreon group to learn more about tarot, astrology, ceremony, new moon meditations, and so much more.
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Steven Forth joins Jen again to introduce another aspect of ABA, Self Monitoring! He covers some simple techniques on how to reinforce our child's behavior. Whether you create a series of goals or just start incorporating a conversation at the end of the day about behaviors throughout the day, you'll want to listen in.
Also, please join Steven and Jen for our 1st Community Zoom.
December 14th at 5 pm PT/8 pm ET
Steven will take your personal questions about how to better work with your child and to create a more beneficial relationship within your entire family.
Be sure to invite your spouse, grandparents, and teachers as well!! As we all know, when we're speaking the same language at home, everyone is happier and life is easier. So, let's take this time to get everyone on the same page.
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Lenora and Jen discuss online speech therapy in this episode.
- Have you ever wondered how much time you spend driving to therapy?
- Do you want to be more involved in your child's therapies?
- Can therapies be conducted online successfully?
- Why is speech therapy so important for neurologic development?
We get into all of this and more during our episode today.
We do want to apologize for the audio quality...and promise we are working on it for the new year episodes. Thanks for your patience.
I hope you enjoy and let me know what you think.
To connect with Lenora or other Speech Therapists, go to http://www.betterspeech.com
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In this episode, Jen gets way out of her comfort zone. Over the past 6 months she has shared quite a bit about her family, her life, and Teal with you. You may have realized that she likes to be spontaneous. It is true. So, today, Laura Hernandez pushes Jen to think differently about how she runs her life and her family’s life. Laura pushes Jen to look at her patterns, priorities, systems (or lack thereof) and her rhythms.
Laura provides lots of simple ways to add some peace to your heart and space in your home.
We hope you enjoy…and let us know what you think.
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As we approach Thanksgiving, I wanted to spend a little time talking with Teal's dad, Alex, about gratitude. This journey we are on can be challenging. And pausing for a moment to remember what we have to be thankful for is simple and extremely rewarding.
This Thursday, regardless of where you're from or what country you're in, take a pause and tell those around you why they are important, why you love them, and how their presence in your life has made a difference.
I hope you enjoy!
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Have you ever wondered if you could communicate with your child before they were conceived? Or if their spirit could come to you prior to conception? Do you ever think about how your connection with your chakras can impact your physical well-being or the confidence and security of your child?
In this episode, Christine and I discuss her amazing book, A Journey Into Being.She is thoughtful and passionate about how we can positively impact our children from pre-conception through our pregnancy and far after.
I hope you enjoy this interview...and as always, let me know what you think.
You can connect with Christine at her website www.IntuitiveNurturing.com or on IG @ChristineRamos_RN
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Steven and I dive into the many facets of a child's behavior and how really...it all comes down to the parent's interaction, response, reaction, and reinforcement to their child's ultimate behavior.
Wow...this episode is intense and I know you'll want to pull that car over and take some notes!!
Join us live on December 14th at 5:00 pm PT/8:00 pm ET for a Community "For Our Special Kids" Zoom to ask questions directly of Steven!!
I hope you enjoy and let me know what you think.
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In this easy and light-hearted discussion with Sharon M. Draper, we talk about how much of an impact Melody has had on the world. As she writes her 3rd book in the Out of My Mind series, she knows how important it is to continue to tell the powerful story of this beautiful and intelligent girl with CP.
Sharon gives us some insight as to who is playing Mrs. V. and Melody in the upcoming movies. Hopefully we'll be able to watch them in 2023.
I loved my chat with Sharon, and I hope you do as well.
Enjoy. And, let me know what you think.
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Are you dreading Halloween? Does the thought of coming up with costumes for your kiddos make you sweat? Is the idea of taking your child out in the dark in her wheelchair a nightmare all on it’s own? Well, then, this episode is for you.
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In this 2nd episode with Rupert Isaacson, we dive into neuroplasticity and BDNF, shamanism, the Horse Boy Method and it’s evolution. Rupert answers a couple of our listener questions and shares a really profound answer to "What is one word that describes a child with special needs?"
I hope you enjoy and let me know what you think.
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In this episode, part 1 of 2 with Rupert Isaacson, we talk about his experiences with the bushman in Africa, his belief in the power of mentorship, how Temple Grandon influenced his life, the stress of being a parent to a child with special needs, and so much more!
I hope you enjoy. And, let me know what you think.
What a treat to get to interview my Spanish daughter! Candela joined us in August of 2021 and she brought so much joy and light to our family. She also connected really well with our family and especially with Teal. She shares her perspective with us today and openly discusses how adults and teens as questions about Teal's diagnosis. I love how she gets into details with us all about how Teal has impacted her life and her views.
It was an honor to have her in our home for a year (we miss you...come visit) and it was a true pleasure to learn from your perspective and wisdom.
Who knew that music therapy was so scientific?
In this episode, we explore the magic of music and how we can use it to make new and unique neural connections in the brain to increase our children's ability to learn. Ben and Anna's positive energy and love for children comes through in their music. And we're thrilled to share it with you in this episode.
I hope you enjoy. And, as always, let me know what you think.
Kate Trotter, of Akashic Elements, reveals to us what the Akashic Records are, how she accesses them, and what the records can teach us.
The Akashic Records can uncover how to enhance your relationship with your child, what foods are best and most comforting, what past lives are impacting your current life, and so much more.
We talk about how to use the Akashic Records to determine when you might schedule a surgery or medical procedure for your child. I referenced our 1st episode with Jenifer Edwards in which we discuss birth charts. If you want to listen to that episode, go to www.forourspecialkids.com/birth-charts-with-jenifer-edwards.
Kate gently introduces us to this and so much more.
While Kelly and I had an extremely hard time connecting, mercury is in retrograde, I think you'll love this interview. His poor puppy, Bruce Wayne, was having seizures and pooping all over the floor, he lost phone and computer connection 3 times, his son, Cade, was stimming just as we started the interview, and well...as he said, just another day in his home.
What an amazing father, husband, advocate, and champion. We discuss the grief we have as parents and also the joys each of us experiences daily. He hates BINGO and believes that everyone wants to be included. His amazing fashion show, which is all about inclusion, exposes the judgments we all have towards one another.
Let him open your eyes and give you new hope for our future. Everyone is beautiful on the inside and out!!
I hope you enjoy. And, let me know what you think.
In today's episode, we dive deep into Human Design with Kaydee Desjarlais. She introduces what human design is, how it was discovered, and how we can access it. While it is a pretty detailed chart that she discusses for both Teal and me, there are a ton of tangible nuggets that I walked away with that will immediately impact my and Teal's world.
- Did you know you can use a Human Design Bodygraph to tell when your child may want to eat or what they may want to eat?
- How can the messages in the chart help you understand how your child learns best or what their stressors are?
- Why is it not a priority for certain children to give you eye contact?
- Did you know that a defined emotional solar plexus may mean you make decisions over time? And an undefined solar plexus may mean you make decisions instantly?
- Is it good or bad to have a defined or undefined authority?
This is just the start of the questions Kaydee answers.
I hope you enjoy. And, let me know what you think.
Jen
The reason behind the series, "What's It Like?" is to highlight the experiences other people have with our children. I think very often we are so entrenched in our daily lives on this journey that we forget this journey has a village. And our child’s village has to watch as we struggle or process or grieve or rejoice but we forget that the amazing people in our village also have their own joys and struggles and challenges and…….. magic.
In today’s episode…Diane and I get into some pretty heavy, but honest conversations.
- What was It Like when she heard the diagnosis?
- What was It Like when she feels envy and anger for Teal?
- What was It Like when she gets honest kid questions at the playground?
- What was It Like being Teal's Grandma?
I hope you enjoy!
- Did you know that your angel team has messages for you?
- Did you know that your angels are with you every moment to support you on this journey of parenting?
Kristin is here to speak with us about her journey to receiving these messages, how her angels speak with her, and how she connects with your angel team to provide you with the message you most need to hear in her Angel Poem Readings.
This episode is full of laughter but there are also some pretty profound moments. I read some of Teal’s poem from her angels, I share some of my own writing with you, and I read some of my Angel poem as well.
I hope you reach out to Kristin to get your own poem. Her contact information is at the end and in the show notes.
I so hope you enjoy this episode…and as always, let me know what you think.
In this episode, we really look at how something as simple as how we breathe can impact the life we live, the freedom we experience, and the relationship we have with our children.
We explore:
- How breathwork can positively effect the nervous system
- How we can use breathwork to be better parents while helping our children better cope.
- How we can use breathwork to help our children be more present within themselves, feel less anxiety, and focus more on the tasks at hand.
Mary provides easily accessible tools to implement immediately with our children and, perhaps more importantly, within ourselves.
I hope you enjoy! And, let me know what you think.
Noelle Deane talks in a positive way about the ego and how we can get more support in our life through connecting more fully with our ego.
She changes my perspective from the very beginning as she openly discusses the difference between how we were previously introduced to the ego and how she uses her ego positively today. She established a relationship with her ego and says that we too can establish a relationship with our ego to help us better parent.
· How can you talk with your ego to strengthen your relationship?
· How can you connect with your ego and when do you ask for help?
· How can you use your ego to better connect with your child?
· How can you work with your ego to better understand your actions and how they are affecting your child?
Noelle teaches us some easy ways to connect with our ego to lesson our burdens and feel more supported on this journey.
Kate Rose provides lots of in depth information and scientific research regarding 4 toxins, fluoride, glyphosate, EMFs (5G), and aluminum, that she recommends we investigate further to determine the best approaches to health and wellness for your family.
We examine how neurological development can be inhibited by these toxins and natural ways to decrease our exposure.
Do you know what's in your laundry room and how it is impacts your home?
What does research say about toxins in our toothpaste, infant formula, and water? We also have an interesting dialogue around natural birth, breastfeeding, and donated breast milk.
It's a pretty intense episode! I hope you enjoy.
To reach Kate Rose and learn more:
- https://www.instagram.com/katerosewellness/
- https://www.facebook.com
- hello@katerosewellness.com
- https://www.katerosewellness.com/
Kate Rose's Article on Immunity is at https://www.momsacrossamerica.com/boosting-baby-immunity
Additional Resources:
Fluoride Action Network: https://fluoridealert.org/
Moms Across America: https://www.momsacrossamerica.com/
Dr. Chris Exley: https://drchristopherexley.substack.com/
Product Toxin Levels can be found at www.ewg.org
This is a pretty “woo-woo” episode. But, I hope it opens your eyes to how our children truly are here to share their magic and change our world.
Lila Lotus has an extremely diverse background. Her journey to spirituality started at age 11 when she was enrolled in a mystery school. After 10 years of training, however, she takes a turn in the corporate world where she finds immediate success but loses the essence of herself along the way.
Everything flipped when, as she describes, a beautiful being brings her a message. It was a message from Archangel Gabriel. This message changed the trajectory of her life forever and helped her to return to her true self.
We then speak about an Instagram post she made that sparked our episode today. She wrote about the Rainbow children and their divine purpose on this planet. Lila describes star seeds, indigos, crystals, rainbows, diamonds, and golden children. Yes, each of these children are here to expand our consciousness, support our transition, and to teach us unconditional love while helping to heal our planet. She introduces us to how these children are our lighthouses to help shine the light on our path of healing.
Towards the end of our chat we discuss how we can best support our kiddos to best shine their light.
I hope you enjoy and let me know what you think.
Learn more about Lila at https://www.lilalotuscoaching.com/
Connect with Lila on:
· Instagram @LilaLotusCoaching
· Facebook @LilaLotus
Even if you aren’t a rare disease medical mama, YOU NEED TO LISTEN. In this episode, whoa, wow, what?? Susan is the podcast hostess of When Autumn Comes. She is also the medical mama of 2 children with the extremely rare form of mitochondrial disease. In our discussion today, she gives voice to the struggles and the joy of raising children with a life expectancy of 2-5 years. I am so honored to talk with her. We get into issues like:
· How long does it take to get to a place of “okay-ness” with everything you hear and have to deal with after a diagnosis?
· Pumping, breast feeding, and the things we can “somewhat” control when there is so much we can’t control.
· How do we deal with the things that separate our children from the perceived “typical/normal” child?
· How do we live!!!??? How do we all continue to live with children that are in the process of closing this chapter?
· What would you really want for your child and your life as a family? What type of your journey would you change?
We cover this and so much more!
Enjoy!
Hi Everyone,
We've been on holiday the past 3 weeks and I've been able to keep up with the episodes. However, this weekend, I just didn't get it done. We had a messed up flight and well...it just didn't happen. I'll launch the next AMAZING episode with Susan, a rare disease medical mama, on Tuesday.
Thanks for understanding.
Jen
Samantha Fey joins us today to talk everything crystals. I would highly recommend getting a paper and pen out or taking notes into your phone today because she covers a lot of solutions in a really short amount of time. I definitely re-listened and took plenty of notes for Teal and our entire family.
Samantha talks about the “higher ups” in the beginning of our conversation and I interpret that as god and the angels. We get a little bit into the science of crystals and why their vibration influences our’s and she gives wonderful examples of why certain types of crystals will positively balance your home or your child’s room, what crystals to put in backpacks for learning and so much more.
I hope you enjoy and let me know what you think.
In today’s episode, Michelle and I speak about Mickey and how his bilateral cochlear implants helped him to live a more typical life within his environment. Michelle talks about the fears around surgery, the intimate times of therapy, the 2 books they wrote highlighting how Mickey is in school and at home on the farm. And towards the end we look into why it is so important for a child to have purpose.
I hope you enjoy. And let me know what you think.
Tania is an incredibly gentle and loving mom to 3 children, 1 of whom has special needs. Our discussion is filled with honest, love, and compassion. I adore Tania and hope you enjoy our lovely conversation. And perhaps you'll take a few nuggets away to positively impact your life as a parent or caregiver.
I hope you enjoy...and, let me know what you think.
Jen
Well, get excited for a very informative episode about Feng Shui and the power it has on your home and life. In this episode Kerstin Tracy talks about everything from the dragon and tiger at your front door to why a head board needs to be solid and up against a wall.
Did you know that passionate red isn't the best color for your bedroom and the moonlight shining on your child's face during the night can be detrimental to their sleep? Or what about your life energy number and the 4 best directions for you, your child, and your partner? We cover all of this and more...
We pack so much content into this episode ... I hope you grab a pen and paper!!
Enjoy. Let me know what you think.
We're back to the science and therapy discussions!!
In this episode, Rebecca gives us insight into how important the oral health of our children truly is for their overall development. I had no idea that breathing through our nose helps the organs function best. Did you know that a tongue-tie can negatively impact a woman's milk production? These are just two of the lessons I learned on today's show.
In this "not-so-woo-woo" episode, Rebecca discusses how she meets a child where they're at to create a long lasting change in how the tongue and facial muscles work together to produce speech.
If years of regular speech therapy just hasn't been working for your child, perhaps it's time to work with an Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist?
I had a profound take-away at the end of the episode. I hope it helps you in your interactions with your child too. I'd love to hear your thoughts...so, let me know what you think.
Resources:
Connect with Rebecca at info@nvedtx.com
Or visit her website at www.https://nvedtx.com/
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How can finding a hawk feather lead you to a better understanding of your desire for freedom? Can you be mindful while washing the dishes?
In this episode, Kristen and I talk about meditation and mindfulness and how it positively impacts our soul and our ability to parent. The 1st step to increase your mindfulness is to have a practice that calms your mind and your nervous system. Next, pay attention to your breath and have a deep awareness of your body and your consciousness in the present moment.
Kristen acknowledges that her 1st attempt to sit and meditate…”sucked.” Being present in her body, to be grounded, opened her up to the struggles and healing she needed to experience.
She gives us great ideas on how to introduce mindfulness to our children. She recommends making it enjoyable. Be more childlike in everything you do and see the world through different eyes. Really, being present should bring joy.
And notice, every time Kristen says the word “breathe”…see if you take a breath!! I did. It’s good for you.
I hope you enjoy. And, let me know what you think.
Lexi Weinberg and I talk about the shock of the “diagnosis” and how both of us were quite dumbfounded when we got the news from the doctors. It certainly rocked both our worlds. She gives us insight as to how she was using her intuition, without even knowing it, to understand and then communicate with her son which is partly why she didn’t really see her son’s early signs.
We celebrate the amazing “honesty without judgment” her son shows in every moment of his life be it with his words or how he gazes into your soul. She says it’s like looking into an ocean when she peers into his eyes. I just adore that and imagine many of you have the same experiences with your little humans.
I so appreciate Lexi’s raw answers to the big questions of “Why did I receive this child? Why did Spirit decide that this is the child for me?” Her son is her greatest teacher. As is Teal!
Towards the end of our discussion, we pose some questions for which we don’t have answers. We’d both appreciate your feedback to those thought-provoking questions if you’d take a moment to send in your ideas or experiences.
I hope you enjoy. And let me know what you think.
Today, I highlight an incredible organization that has changed the life for our daughter, Teal, and I know for so many other families in the California area.
Achieve Tahoe provides Skiing and Snowboarding during the winter months and Archery, Climbing, Equestrian, Hiking, Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Sailing, Waterskiing and some Sea-Doo rides on special water sports day in Lake Tahoe, California.
Achieve Tahoe’s mission is to “Build Health, Confidence, and Independence” with people with disabilities through outdoor recreation and sports.
Haakon defines “Adaptive Sports” and says, after the 1st interaction the focus for Achieve, and all of the instructors, is on the abilities of the participant, what they can do, and what they want to do. He said, “A lot of times, I forget what people’s disabilities are because that’s not really what their story is.”
I hope you enjoy.
In this episode Tina and I cover self judgment, awareness, shamanism, spirit guides, genealogy, gratitude, and tips and tricks for being present. Tina did not write her book for parents of children with special needs but I gleamed so many nuggets of information that I thought it was important to share. I hope you enjoy."Losing a little of ourselves happens over time, like erosion. It is time for all of us to reclaim ourselves, learn more about ourselves, and grow into the whole person we love…"
Tina Moody
The Spiritual Awakening of an Analytical Mind.
Kristen O'Meara will open your eyes to the world of channeling. Is it possible to "talk" with your child's higher self? Or anyone's higher self for that matter? YES IT IS!!
In this episode, Kristen and Jen have a deep conversation about her journey from depression thru healing and finally to acceptance of her son, Austin's, autism diagnosis.
They address how to openly discuss the "differences" that a child with special needs has and how preconceived notions actually limit the amazing abilities of these children.
Jen gets quite emotional as she reads snippets of the channeling that Kristen did of Teal's higher self. The messages Teal shares is both inspiring and practical. Remembering that our true purpose in life is to love...and to learn to love in unique ways.
We hope you enjoy! And, as always, let us know what you think.
Resources:
Connect with Kristen at Kristen.Omeara@yahoo.com
Be sure to visit her website at www.KristenOmeara.net
Look out for her Forthcoming book: Parenting a Child with Special Needs: Our Spiritual Journey to Heal
Some FaceBook Groups you might consider:
· Davis Special Needs Parents
· Sac Special Needs Kids
· Special Needs Parents Support & Discussion Group
· Parents Empowering Parents
· Team Davis
· Moms of Special Needs Kids
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Kimberly Painter introduces us to how Cranial Sacral Therapy can positively impact every part of your body and every part of your child.
What is Cranial Sacral Therapy (CST) and why haven’t you heard of it? Is it a “real science” or “quackery?” How does all this anatomy talk actually relate to real people? And what did you say about an orange, snags in your sweater, belief patterns, pregnancy and babies?
Kim covers how CST helps to release strain patterns which frees up tissues in a child and thus allows him or her to reach their growth potential and possibly be less prone to injury in the future. She says CST can have a positive impact structurally, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
How could falling out a tree when you’re 7, give you an earache when you’re 8? And can CST really help your child POOP? Yeap, she’ll get into this too.
What is “Inner Wisdom?” How can you teach your child to connect with their “Inner Wisdom” to better understand their bodies, emotions, and environment?
While CST is not going to provide a cure, this therapy is another tool and another possibility for you and your family. We discuss how this gentle touch can enhance and support the quality of life for your child and your family.
“We help our kids, we help the world.” – Kimberly Painter
Resources:
For a directory of CST practitioners in your area, visit www.iahp.com.
Connect with Kim at kim@healtheself.net. Be sure to reference the Podcast in your subject line.
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Denise Correll, a psychic, intuitive, medium, podcast host, and former Special Education Teacher discusses how we can “use our intuition to be the most supportive in our role as a parent, an educator, a family member, or a friend to these amazing rays of light that are coming onto the planet or are already here.”
Denise defines intuition and auric fields and the energy each of us has around us. Even if you feel like you’re a newbie to all of this “woowoo” stuff, you do have that inner knowing that keeps you deeply connected to your children and the world you live in.
In this episode, Denise reviews the “Claires” and how being aware of them can enhance your parenting super-skills. She provides tips & tricks on how to connect with your non-verbal child or loved one. These fun little activities empower us today to better connect to any of our children in everyday mundane activities like changing a diaper. This goes way beyond parenting a child with special needs.
So, if you’d like to be more connected with your entire world, take a listen!!!
I just adore this episode and I’m SO excited to share it with you!
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Resources:
Connect with Denise at Denise@thegratefulmessenger.com .
Be sure to listen to her podcast Enlightened Empaths. And check out her online course Mediumship 101 and Advanced Mediumship.
All of her offerings, which include psychic and mediumship readings, past life regressions, mentoring, and online courses are at www.TheGratefulMessenger.com
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Sylvia Shordike introduces us to her company NeuroHorizons and how working with neuroplasticity can positively impact our children. She discusses how using movement to communicate with the brain and our child’s nervous system allows the child to make new connections, which is neuroplasticity. All of this helps a child more fully understand who they are as a growing, loving, curious human being.
In order to make a difference for a child when they don’t develop as easily as a typical child, we must connect with the child through movement and be full embody so the child can make the changes in her or his brain. Nobody else can do it but the child.
She stresses how important it is to see your child as a whole person and not arms, legs, brain, etc. Her techniques teach everyone in the family how to interact, touch, move, and relate differently…in a more connected and child focused way.
I have learned so much watching Sylvia work with Teal. She empowers us all to be more present and more joyful.
“If you learn again to move like a child, you will grow older very differently.” – Sylvia Shordike
Resources:
To learn more about NeuroHorizons, visit: www.neurohorizons.world or if you’re in Europe go to www.neurohorizons.eu. Her Fundamentals of Experiential Movement courses will profoundly change your relationship with your child. I highly recommend them. Information can be accessed on her website.
If you’d like to buy the The NeuroHorizons Primer: Empower Yourself to Empower the Child With Special Needs, go to her website or Amazon.
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Jenifer Edwards jumps right up into the stars, the moons, the planets, the transits, and so much more. Her in depth knowledge of astrology may seem complicated at 1st, but she does a brilliant job showing us how, as parents or caregivers, we can use this ancient science to help better live our lives with our children.
Jenifer takes us on a journey in which the questions many of us are asking are already answered. I hope this episode opens your eyes to the amazing possibilities this universe has for us all. By better understanding our child's birth chart, we can meet them where they are today. As a result, we can be better parents...we can be a better family.
How can your communication change to better engage with your child…the chart knows.
How do the stars know what you’re creating in your space…the chart knows.
How should you structure your home schooling...
When is the best time to schedule surgery...
Resources for your continued learning:
To connect with Jenifer and make an appointment at www.thankgoddess.org
Follow Jen on Instagram: @thank_goddess
Check out your own birth chart at www.astro.com
Listen to Jen’s live podcast at Star Medicine Podcast.
And don’t forget about Moon Lodge: a community that helps people guide themselves through their own consciousness. Join this patreon group to learn more about tarot, astrology, ceremony, new moon meditations, and so much more.
We’d love to hear from you at ForOurSpecialKids@gmail.com if you have any questions, topics, or an amazing person we should highlight. Your support for our show is why we do this each week. Please tell a friend or family member about us!!! Sharing is life!!
Follow Us on Instagram & FaceBook, @ForOurSpecialKids
Jen gets real with her doubts in starting her podcast. Once she pushed the record button...well, it's all history.
She takes a few moments to introduce you to her daughter, Teal. And before you leave, you'll hear clips from 4 episodes that combine the beauty of the Woo-woo and the Science in For Our Special Kids.
Let's take 2 minutes and connect!
- Do you worry as a parent? Do I even need to ask that question?
- Are you doing enough?
- Are you doing too much?
- Are you present enough for the joy?
- Do you want the world to see your child for who they are and not their "label?"
- Do you want your community to see the magic in your child?
This podcast will hopefully create a community for you...a moment in time for you to learn and grow and share and laugh and cry...with me.
Can't wait to go on this journey with you!
Thanks for joining.
Jen (& Teal)