Hi friend,

Can you believe it's been ONE YEAR since Speaking Life Into Motherhood launched? 🎉

What started as a scary leap of faith—just me, a microphone, and a mission to support Christian moms like you—has become a community of hundreds of mothers who refuse to walk this journey alone.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for listening. Thank you for trusting me with your 2 AM Google searches and your deepest mama-heart worries.

And because it's the podcast's birthday week (and mine too!), I have a small favor to ask. I would be so blessed if you would leave a review this week!

This Week's Episode: Understanding Your Uniquely Wired Child

I brought back one of my favorite people (and now one of MY coaches)—professional counselor and parent coach Jami Kirkbride.

If you've been stuck in that terrible place of knowing something's different with your child but having no idea what to do about it...

If you've spent hours researching highly sensitive child, ADHD, autism, or behavior concerns- only to feel MORE confused...

If your pediatrician dismissed your concerns or immediately pushed medication without exploring other options...

This episode is for you.

Jami walks us through:

• The REAL signs of ADHD (hint: it's not just the "bouncing boy")
• Why girls are so often overlooked—and what to watch for instead
• How to know if it's personality or something more
• The three steps to take right now: Find Perspective, Find Support, Find Tools
• Practical tools you can implement TODAY (visual timers, calm care kits, sensory strategies)
• What to do when your pediatrician isn't listening

EP 49: Developmental Milestones and Signs of ADHD & Autism in Uniquely Wired Children Listen Now

Connect with Jami Kirkbride

• Website: CalmConnectionParenting.org​
• Instagram: @calmconnectionparenting
• Free Resource: Take the Emotional Forecast Quiz to understand what your child's emotions are telling you and identify your next best step
• Coaching Program: https://www.calmconnectionparent.com – Support for overwhelmed parents of highly sensitive, emotional, or intense kids

Biblical Reflection

Yesterday morning, as I reflected on another year on this earth, (Last year I was convinced I was turning 38, but I was actually 37 so I feel like I've gain a whole extra year! lol) I found myself sitting with Jeremiah 29—not just verse 11, but the whole chapter.

And here's what hit me: the Israelites were in exile. In HARD times. In circumstances they desperately wanted to change.

But God told them to pray. To multiply. To prosper. Even there. Even in the exile.

He didn't promise instant change. He didn't say, "Just wait—I'll fix everything tomorrow."

He said: Make the best of your current situation. Be present. And know I'm working toward your good.

Mama, if you're in a hard season with your child right now—if you're in the "exile" of appointments and meltdowns and research spirals and diagnostic uncertainty—God is saying the same thing to you.

He's working toward your good. But He's also calling you to be present RIGHT HERE. To multiply and prosper even in this hard place.

Not by waiting for everything to change.

But by showing up today. By taking the next right step. By extending grace to your child and yourself. By building your community and deepening your trust.

God has plans for you and your child. Plans to prosper you, not to harm you.

Those plans are unfolding right now—even in the hard.

🎉 HELP US CELEBRATE OUR 1-YEAR ANNIVERSARY!

You guys, I can't believe we've been doing this for a whole year. One entire year of episodes. One year of late-night editing. One year of praying that these conversations would reach the mama who desperately needed to hear them.

And they did. Because of YOU.

So here's my wish: Would you leave a review this week?

I know it seems small, but reviews are how other exhausted mamas find this podcast when they're Googling "signs of ADHD" at 2 AM. Your 2-minute review could be the lifeline another mom desperately needs.

Here's how:

• Apple Podcasts: Scroll to the bottom of the Speaking Life Into Motherhood page and tap "Write a Review"
• Spotify: Tap the star rating at the top of the show page
• Other apps: Most have a rating or review option!

Bonus: Screenshot your review and email it to me or tag me on Instagram (@speaking_life_into_motherhood), and I'll enter you in a drawing for a FREE Priority Plan Coaching session ($149 value)! Winner announced next week. 🎁

Hearing how this podcast has impacted you is truly the best birthday gift I could ask for. 💛

Imagine This...

Imagine not feeling stressed about what to do next.

Imagine knowing you have a plan for the next few steps to address your child's development.

Imagine finally sleeping through the night instead of Googling "signs of ADHD" at 2 AM.

Imagine confidently telling your pediatrician, therapist, or that well-meaning family member exactly what your child needs—because you actually know.

That's what clarity feels like. And it's exactly what I want to give you.

If you're drowning in overwhelm, stuck in analysis paralysis, or just exhausted from trying to figure out what your child needs most—I want to help you get clarity.

Priority Plan Coaching gives you a personalized 60-minute session where we'll create an action plan that tells you exactly what your child needs most and what to do FIRST.

✨ No more research spirals
✨ No more wondering if you're doing the right thing
✨ Just clarity and a clear roadmap forward

Special pricing available now: $147 one-time payment

[Book Your Session → www.speakinglife.co/clarity]

Spots are limited because I only work with a handful of families at a time to give you the personalized attention you deserve.

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Reviews Make The Difference!

Ratings and reviews help me reach and help more people. Please consider leaving a rating or review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

I truly appreciate your support!

You are seen. You are supported. You are not alone.

Here's to another year of speaking life together,

Elyse

P.S. — Seriously, the review thing? It matters more than you know. Help me reach more mamas this year. Leave a review, screenshot it, and send it my way for a chance to win free coaching! 🎉

Elyse Scheeler Podcast Host of Speaking Life Into Motherhood Speech Language Pathologist, Wellness Coach, doTerra Wellness Advocate "Empowering transformations by speaking life into mind, body, and soul."

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