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Hey Mamas! Have you ever been told that you are SuperMom for parenting your child with special needs? Or that people don't see how you do it all as far as caring for your kids, juggling therapies, and all the things that parenting our kids requires? I know I have had that said to me, or something similar, many times over the years. I want to chat with you today about how I feel that mindset of bei...

Do you struggle with feeling like your kids are on screens too much, but you can't find a good alternative to replace some of their screen time? Have you found setting boundaries for yourself with your phone to be really difficult to stick to? Today I share some great screen-free alternatives that can provide your children with some entertainment! We also talk about some options that use screens,...

Do you notice negative effects from screen time for your kids, but you also rely on screens to help educate or entertain your child with special needs?  If you have a child who is Neurodivergent, you may find them being drawn even MORE to screens, which can make the idea of limiting screen time seem even more challenging.  Today we talk about some of the research behind the negative effects that s...

Parenthood is stressful at times, am I right? It's an amazing blessing to raise these precious kids, but there are days when it feels like WE may not make it until the end of the day.  When we are parenting kids with special needs, at times, the feelings of stress can be amplified. Oftentimes as caregivers, we rarely (or never) get breaks. This can only add to our stress and the feelings of isolat...

Does this sound familiar? You start your morning out feeling behind, scrambling to get everyone dressed for the day, trying to find matching outfits, or some days, just clean clothes...who cares if they match! You finally make it out of the door, but you're late (again.)  I know this has been a scene in my home more than once as I tried to get my kids to their speech and occupational therapies!  O...

If you have a child with Sensory Processing Disorder, you may know what a struggle it can for them to be open to trying new foods.  I started gardening as a hobby for myself then quickly realized it had even MORE benefits than I had ever thought possible. I share today all about the amazing things we have seen come from growing our own backyard garden (hint: it's not just the fact that my kids are...

You're out in public and it's apparent your child is overstimulated and having a meltdown. Everyone is staring and you have NO idea how to help your child. Ever been there? Yeah, me too.  In today's episode I share some of my favorite tips for helping our children when they are feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated.  Tune in for some real talk about the negative feelings that can come up for us a...

Hello Mamas! One thing that I have noticed over and over is that finding support within the church as a special needs family can be very challenging. So many different things can play a role in making it very difficult for us to be engaged and active within our church body. I share today some of the ways the Lord has shown me how to step out and find a community of believers who will love and supp...

Hello Mamas! I think keeping our homes clean in a way that feels effortless is a struggle we ALL have! Throw in the fact that we may have one or more children with a disability that requires extra care from us, cleaning can feel like something that just isn't possible to get done. While I haven't mastered the cleaning feeling effortless part (because, hello 4 kids!) I HAVE figured out a way to kee...

Hello Mamas,  In today's episode we are going to dive into the world of clean skincare and cleaning products.  We will talk about some ingredients to avoid and simple ways that you can start replacing the products you use in your home.  Whether you're just starting your holistic lifestyle journey or you've already made great strides in this area, this podcast is for you!  Join us as we talk about...

Hello Mamas, Today is Part 1 of the natural living series. We are going to talk about food dyes, organic foods, and easy ways to improve your family's health through the food you have in your home. Even if you have kids who have food aversion, SPD, or are picky eaters, you can still find ways to improve the quality of food in your home!  We are going to talk about some simple changes that you can...

Hello, Mamas! Today I am going to share with you my story about my journey towards a more holistic lifestyle. You might wonder what that means, or how to get started. Did I really see any benefits from making these changes?  In today’s episode, I will cover those questions and more!  If you have been curious about switching to a more natural lifestyle and would love to hear another Mama’s success...

In today's episode we are going to talk about something that plagues most of us...clutter!     If you feel like you're constantly overwhelmed by the stuff in your home, but you can't find a way to consistently mange it, then you're going to want to listen to today's episode!     We are going to talk about how knowing and honoring your clutter threshold can make all difference for you in creating l...

Hey, friends! Are you in a season of overwhelm? Does it feel like your to-do list is never-ending and you can never make progress on it?     In today’s episode I am going to break down the way I handle my to-do list to decrease my mental overwhelm and actually make progress on it in a way that feels sustainable. All while keeping up with a busy therapy schedule and homeschooling my kiddos who are...

Hello, Mamas!! In today’s episode I will be sharing about 4 different ways that we can embrace God’s peace in our motherhood.     If you find yourself chronically consumed with stress and worry, researching nonstop, always looking for the next thing to help your children, then finding ways to bring God’s peace into our day is so needed!    In today’s episode I will be going over 4 different tips t...

Welcome to the introduction episode!! I will be sharing a bit about myself and our journey of parenting kids that have special needs. I will be talking about how a holistic lifestyle has improved our quality of life and how implementing habits and mindset shifts has helped me over the years!    Are you are a Mama who is raising kids with special needs who is also looking to switch to a more clean...

Welcome to the Special Kind of Motherhood Podcast! This is a sneak peek at what you can expect from the show! I can't wait to dig in with you on all things natural living, time management, and Biblical mindset!  Enjoy! Ashley  I would love to connect even more with you! Please email me or reach out to me on social media! Email: hello@ashleybraden.com Facebook: facebook.com/specialkindofmotherhood...