Mama Advocate: Recent Episodes
Laura Hernandez
The Mama Advocate Podcast is a safe place for adoptive and/or special needs mamas to feel less alone and find community amidst their unconventional journeys. These authentic conversations come from Laura and her guests who are parenting fully in the weeds with you.
The goal of this podcast is to empower, encourage, and set you up for success in both emotional and tangible ways by providing supportive conversations and pointing you toward the resources you need.
Robin Hitt is the author of the newly released book Open-Eyed Adoption, Real Help for Those Parenting Adoptees. An adoptive mom herself, she researched to discover the missing pieces she needed for better understanding. She interviewed birth moms, adoptive parents, adult adoptees, doctors, and therapists, which became this new book to encourage, educate, and equip adoptive parents as well as adult adoptees. Robin is a life and business coach and a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator in the work of Dr. Brené Brown and leads workshops on topics like imperfection, shame, and vulnerability. She lives in Colorado with her husband and mini Labradoodle.
You can reach out to her via these links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinhittcoaching
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hittrobin/
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-hitt-coaching/
Website: https://www.robinhitt.com/
Buy her book here:
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/open-eyed-adoption-robin-hitt/1141627944?ean=9781631959806
https://www.amazon.com/Open-Eyed-Adoption-those-Parenting-Adoptees/dp/1631959808/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B3AFJTHJIKGG&keywords=open+eyed+adoption&qid=1693440575&sprefix=Open+Eyed%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-1
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey, then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
Metacognition deficiencies, or deficits in metacognitive abilities, are characterized by difficulties in an individual's awareness and understanding of their cognitive processes. Metacognition involves being conscious of how one thinks and learns and knowing how to regulate and control these processes. People with metacognition deficiencies may face challenges in tasks such as self-reflection, goal-setting, planning, monitoring progress, and evaluating their understanding or performance. These deficiencies can impact various aspects of cognitive functioning, including learning, problem-solving, decision-making, and overall academic or professional success.
In this episode, we have invited Jerrod Brown back to the show to discuss Metacognition,
You can contact Jerrod here: jerrod01234brown@live.com
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey, then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey, then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you.
Krissa and her husband Chad live in the Bay area. They have two biological kiddos and three adopted through foster care. In today's episode, she shares their story of what putting healthy boundaries in place for their family has looked like. My hope is that her story will bring healing and courage to those who are living similar stories.
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
In this episode, we have invited Beth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/L. She is an occupational therapist who started to notice differences in the quality of IEPs based on pillars of parent advocacy skills. She started The Parent IEP Lab podcast as a way to share “insider” information about the school system and process for parents to advocate with confidence. The IEP Lab provides an online summit, The Ultimate Parent IEP Prep Course, and The Parent Advocacy Club Membership.
You can check her here:
Website: https://TheIEPLab.com
FREE IEP Process Step-By-Step Guide: https://TheIEPLab.com/IEP
The Parent IEP Lab Podcast: https://pod.link/1584271582 or https://TheIEPLab.com/podcast
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
In this week's episode, we invited Alex Fittin. She was the host of The Adoptive ampm Podcast for almost 5 years. Now she pours her time into Enneagram coaching work from a trauma-informed perspective. She is a wife to Bryan and bio and an adoptive mom to Clark, Grady, Roc, and Jane.
You can reach out to her via these links:
theadoptivemompodcast.com , gaprelief.com/enneagram
IG: alexfittin , @enneagramalex
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
In this episode, Jerrod Brown is back with us again to explain executive function and how it affects our buddies with neurodiversity. We cover working memory, attention, processing speed and so much more. I am excited to hear what you learn! DM me and share at @FASDmama on Instagram and share.
You can contact Jerrod here: jerrod01234brown@live.com
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
In today's episode, we have invited Maureen Michele Petersen, MD. She is an award-winning leader, life coach, author, and physician. As a general pediatrician and allergist/immunologist, she has spent her career caring for patients with a variety of acute and chronic health problems. She is a military veteran and has enjoyed using her story-telling talent to teach young physicians the art of medicine. She is an accomplished life coach who helps parents of chronically ill children regain control of their lives and thrive at fulfillment. Maureen is the mother of three amazing children and has first-hand experience with being a parent of a child with long-term health issues. Maureen enjoys jumping rope, hiking, and playtime with her two extraordinary four-legged sidekicks!
Maureen's story of advocating for her daughter through childhood cancer and then again with type 2 diabetes is a beautiful picture of the work we are called to. She casts a vision for us to be teammates with our child's providers and remember that they are also human, doing their best.
You can check her here:
Website: https://maureenmichelemd.com
Instagram: @maureenmichelemd
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maureenmichelemd
Twitter: @maureenmmd
You can also find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
In today's episode, we invited Melissa Corkum. As an adoptee and adoptive mom, Melissa Corkum provides insight and resources to adoptees and their parents through her writing, coaching, and speaking. She is a TED Speaker, Safe and Sound Protocol Practitioner, Cultivate Connection Facilitator, and Certified Enneagram Coach. Additionally, she co-authored Reclaim Compassion: The Adoptive Parent’s Guide to Overcoming Blocked Care with Neuroscience and Faith. Melissa and Patrick live in Maryland and have six kids and two grandchildren.
You can check her here:
Instagram: melissacorkum_
Link to free assessment: www.theadoptionconnection.com/mamaadvocate
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
In this episode, Jerrod Brown is back and today he is sharing all about the theory of mind deficiencies. I had never heard of this terminology before him but realized that our 3 with FASD and our son with autism struggle greatly with this. If you have a child that is neurodiverse, now is the time to get educated. Grab a notebook in a pen and enjoy.
You can contact Jerrod here: jerrod01234brown@live.com
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet: https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
Instagram.com/fasdmama
Instagram.com/mamasystems
Emotional Regulation Guide: https://www.mamasystems.net/access-emotional-regulation
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
In today's episode, we have invited Kerstin Lindquist. She is an IIN-certified health coach, recognized author, Emmy award-winning journalist, and host at the leading global multi-platform retailer.
You can check her here
Website: https://www.kerstin-lindquist.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerstin.lindquist/
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
Instagram.com/fasdmama
Instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
For today's episode, we have invited Jessica Ronne. Jess Ronne is an author, speaker, podcast host at Coffee with Caregivers, associate producer of the Unseen Documentary, and caregiver advocate. She is the founder and executive director of The Lucas Project, a non-profit dedicated to providing recognition, resources, and respite support for special needs families. She and her husband Ryan live in Michigan with their 8 children, including their son Lucas who has profound disabilities. Her story of beauty from ashes has been shared on The Today Show, Daily Mail, and Huffington Post and is detailed in her memoir Sunlight Burning at Midnight.
To follow the ongoing saga she can be found at www.jessplusthemess.com or purchase her latest books Blended with Grit and Grace and Lovin’ with Grit & Grace.
Website: jessplusthemess.com
Website: https://www.thelucasproject.org/
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/jess-ronne
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jessplusthemess
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessplusthemess
Pinterest: pinterest.com/jessplusthemess/
Twitter: twitter.com/jessplusthemess
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
Jerrod Brown shares his expertise on confabulation (Creating false memories without the intention) and suggestibility with our kiddos. I learned so much and know you will too!
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!
Laura's friend shares the often unspoken-about struggles with adoption. If you have ever felt like your adoption story is not lining up with what you were told, this is for you.
You can find Laura in all the nooks of the internet:
https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama
instagram.com/fasdmama
instagram.com/mamasystems
If you need help bringing systems to your motherhood journey then Systems for the Special Needs Mama is for you!