Speaking Life Into Motherhood EP 15 Creating 'Perfectly Loved' Spaces: Effective Programs for Teens and Adults with Special Needs Hi friend, Have you ever had life take an unexpected turn that completely changed your path? In this week's powerful episode, I sit down with Ana Munoz, bestselling author of "Perfectly Loved" and a true force of nature in the special needs community on Kauai, Hawaii. Ana's story begins with a moment that changed everything - when her doctor told her after giving...
27 days ago • 5 min read
Speaking Life Speech Therapy & Wellness Spring Wellness Challenge Hi friend! Get ready to Boost Your Health in Just 2 Minutes a Day and get rewarded for it! Looking for a simple way to improve your health with daily accountability?Imagine feeling more energized, sleeping better, and experiencing less pain—all with just a small daily commitment. Join our 2-Week Wellness Challenge and connect with a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to making healthier choices every day. You’ll...
28 days ago • 3 min read
Speaking Life Into Motherhood EP 14 Is Mom Brain Impacting Your Special Needs Parenting? Holistic Faith-Based Solutions You Need Today Hi friend, Have you ever walked into a room and completely forgotten why you're there? Or called your child by the dog's name (again)? Found yourself staring at therapy instructions that suddenly look like a foreign language? 🎧 NEW BONUS PODCAST EPISODE ALERT In this week's episode, I share research that will hopefully change how you view your cognitive...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Speaking Life Into Motherhood EP 13 Sensory Processing Disorder, Dyslexia, Communication Delays & Hope: Faith-Based Special Needs Advocacy & Parenting Hi friend, Have you ever sat in your car after an IEP meeting and just cried? Have you felt guilt over your child's struggles or wondered why God allowed these challenges in your family's life? If you've nodded your head to any of these questions, this week's podcast episode was recorded especially for you. EP 13: Sensory Processing Disorder,...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Speaking Life Into Motherhood EP 12 How to Homeschool a Child with Special Needs: Navigating Life Skills & Academics When Thinking, "I Didn't Sign Up For This!" Hi friend, I'm excited to share the latest podcast episode featuring Sarah Fraser, author of "I Didn't Sign Up for This". Sarah opens her heart about adopting a daughter from China whose special needs were more complex than initially understood, and how she's successfully homeschooled her nonverbal daughter for years. EP 12: How to...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Speaking Life Into Motherhood EP 11 Advocacy Strategies for when Doctors Say “Wait and See”: Standing Firm And Finding Joy As A Christian Special Needs Parent Hi friend, Has a doctor ever dismissed your concerns about your child with a casual "they'll grow out of it"? Have you felt the loneliness of being the only one who truly sees your child's struggles? If these questions stir something in your heart, you're not alone! This week's episode features a conversation that might just be exactly...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read
Speaking Life Speech Therapy & Wellness Spring Into Wellness Hi friend, As the fresh energy of spring blooms around us, I wanted to check in and ask: How are you feeling these days? Have the changing seasons affected your energy levels or mood? What wellness practices have you been incorporating into your daily routine? Many of us find ourselves in need of a reset after the winter months. Whether you're dealing with seasonal transitions, looking to refresh your self-care routine, or simply...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Speaking Life Into Motherhood EP 10 How To Heal Birth Trauma: How Faith and Functional Medicine Can Help Mothers Recover Hi friend, Have you ever felt like your body failed you during childbirth? Or found yourself reliving a difficult birth experience months or even years later? This week on the Speaking Life podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Brigid Tebaldi, a functional women's health coach who specializes in helping mothers heal from birth trauma. In this heart-to-heart...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Speaking Life Into Motherhood EP 09 Christian Mom's Guide: Using the PACE Method to Find Calm Amidst Chaos and Dysregulation Hi friend, Do you ever feel like you're on "the sharp end" of parenting? Or exhausted from trying all the things "they" said should work, but don't for your child and your family's needs? I'm excited to share our latest podcast episode featuring Catherine Cowell, a spiritual director, life coach, and mother of two adoptive boys with additional needs. Catherine brings a...
2 months ago • 3 min read