Nicole Holcomb | Educator & Parenting Coach

Dyslexia Mom Life™ | Education, Parenting Tips, & Community

Kids EN ↓ 153 episodes

Do you wish you had a guide or coach who has been where you are and has mapped out how to parent a child with dyslexia (without the overwhelm)?  Do you worry about your child’s self-esteem and mental health while carrying the shame of being unable to read? Are you staying up at night, staring at the ceiling with worry about your child’s future and the impact on your family?  I’m so glad you’re here! This podcast is your go-to guide for practical strategies on your dyslexia parenting journey. Together, we’ll build a deep understanding of dyslexia and give you the parenting tools you need to con...

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Nicole Holcomb | Educator & Parenting Coach

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Kids

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www.dyslexiamomlife.com

Latest episode

Aug 20, 2025

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Episodes

103 | The REED Charitable Foundation with Jen Knopf, Esq. 11.04.2022

In Part 2, Jen Knopf, the President and Founding Director of The REED Charitable Foundation , is sharing how the foundation is working to end the global literacy crisis while ensuring that Orton-Gillingham training is accessible to all.  You Got This! All things dyslexia and parenting --> www.dyslexiamomlife.com Free Dyslexia Mom Life Podcast Community --> www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamom...

102 | A Mother's Dyslexia Story with Jen Knopf, Esq. 04.04.2022

In Part 1, Jen Knopf is sharing her son's dyslexia story that led to her becoming the President and Founding Director of The REED Charitable Foundation .      Grab your free listening  guide at  Top 10 Binge-Worthy Listening Guide You Got This! All things dyslexia and parenting --> www.dyslexiamomlife.com Free Dyslexia Mom Life Podcast Community --> www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomli...

101 | How to Successfully Plan and Implement Assistive Technology Tools with Katie Larew 21.03.2022

Katie Larew from Assistive Technology for Dyslexia is on the show talking with Nicole about assistive technology implementation plans and roadblocks.  Grab your free listening  guide at  Top 10 Binge-Worthy Listening Guide You Got This! All things dyslexia and parenting --> www.dyslexiamomlife.com Free Dyslexia Mom Life Podcast Community --> www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife Need a ste...

100 | The Lessons I've Learned from 100 Episodes 14.03.2022

It is hard to believe that Dyslexia Mom Life is releasing our 100th  episode this week.  Our team has learned so much along this journey.  Not only are we celebrating 100 episodes, but we are also celebrating over 61,000 downloads this week.  In less than two years, we continue to grow the podcast daily.   In this episode, Nicole is sharing takeaways about podcasting, dyslexia, and our podcast gue...

99 | Advocating for Your Dyslexic Child 07.03.2022

When you are navigating your parenting journey, one of your many roles will be to advocate for your child.  I teamed up with Ashely to help you learn all about how to navigate your advocacy role.  We also talked about when you should hire an advocate.  You Got This! All things dyslexia and parenting --> www.dyslexiamomlife.com Free Dyslexia Mom Life Podcast Community --> www.facebook.com/gro...

Bearly Articulating with Jeannette Roberes 28.02.2022

Jeannette Roberes, speech and language pathologist, software engineer, and educator is on the podcast talking about her experience working with dyslexic children. You Got This! All things dyslexia and parenting --> www.dyslexiamomlife.com Free Dyslexia Mom Life Podcast Community --> www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife Need a step-by-step blueprin t to go from feeling overwhelmed and lost...

14 Ways to Love Your Dyslexic 14.02.2022

A special Valentine's Day episode.  Nicole is teaching about 14 different ways to show the dyslexics in your life how much you love them.   Truthfully, some of the tips are things you are already doing every day.  But, you may find a few news ones on this episode too.   Take a listen and try one of the tips this week. You Got This! All things dyslexia and parenting --> www.dyslexiamomlife....

Time Batching: How to Create Focus Days 07.02.2022

You are a busy mom who wears many hats in the day from the chef, Uber driver, therapist to wife, sister and working a full-time job in or outside of the home.  There are days when it feels like you are busy, but at the end of the day, you are left wondering what did you got done. I have to admit, I am guilty of adding tasks to my to-do list just to mark them off as done. LOL!  I was the queen of m...

How You Can Afford to Remediate Your Dyslexic Child 30.01.2022

To the outside world, a child with dyslexia looks like every other student in her class.  But, the internal struggles of a child who can't read at grade level are very real for that child and her family.  At home, we see our children struggling with homework, taking longer to complete homework assignments than their siblings and visible frustration with assignments. Most children with dyslexi...

Dyslexics Are Not All Alike 24.01.2022

When you are struggling to help your child with dyslexia and you aren't sure of the next step, do you turn to your two friends: (1) Google and (2) social?  Yep, I know.  I've been there!  I've spent many hours of my journey with both.  I don't know about you, but many times I leave my social accounts feeling more overwhelmed and frustrated.  That's one of the many reasons...

How to Help Your Child Self-Advocate 01.11.2021

In this episode, Nicole is discussing how to help your dyslexic child become an advocate for his or her needs at school and home. SHOWNOTES: https://www.dyslexiamomlife.com/episode93 FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dyslexiamomlife/ Full Focus Planner - $10 off orders before 12.20.21 Support the show

Assistive Technology for Dyslexia with Katie Larew 25.10.2021

In this episode, Nicole interviews Katie Larew with Assistive Technology for Dyslexia . SHOWNOTES: https://www.dyslexiamomlife.com/episode92 FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dyslexiamomlife/ Full Focus Planner - $10 off orders before 12.20.21 Support the show

Fall Dyslexia Parent Night 2021 18.10.2021

Nicole's special message for parents attending the Fall Dyslexia Night at Mansfield Independent School District on October 14, 2021. Watch the video on YouTube - https://youtu.be/x_H4wcA2Yfw FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dyslexiamomlife/ Full Focus Planner - $10 off  orders before 12.20.21 Support the show

7 Strategies to Improve Your Child’s Memory 11.10.2021

In this episode, Nicole shares 7 strategies for parents to use at home to improve their child's working (short-term) memory. SHOWNOTES: https://www.dyslexiamomlife.com/episode90 FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dyslexiamomlife/ Full Focus Planner - $10 off  orders before 12.20.21 Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffe...

The Dyslexic Sisters 04.10.2021

In this episode, Nicole talks about the dyslexic sisters.   Curious?  Dyslexia comes with other learning differences that you may not even be aware of. SHOWNOTES: https://www.dyslexiamomlife.com/episode89 FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dyslexiamomlife/ Full Focus Planner - $10 off orders before 12.20.21 Support the show

3 Tips for Empowering Your Dyslexic Child 02.10.2021

In this episode, Nicole shares 3 tips for empowering your dyslexic child. What if your child had confidence in his schoolwork, homework, himself?  What might that look like?  How might that feel? SHOWNOTES: https://www.dyslexiamomlife.com/episode88 FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dyslexiamomlife/ Full Focus Planner - $10 off...

Season 3 Trailer 23.09.2021

What you can expect in season 3. FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dyslexiamomlife/ Support the show

How to Talk to Your Child About Dyslexia 20.09.2021

This episode is from an IG TV episode about how to talk to your child about dyslexia. You can watch this episode on IG TV . You can find the resources mentioned from this episode at www.dyslexiamomlife.com/dyslexiaresources . FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dyslexiamomlife/ Support the show

3 Ways You Can Save Money on Educational Expenses 11.08.2021

As you start scheduling tutoring, therapies and enrolling in private schools this year, you may be thinking about how quickly all the expenses are adding up this year.  The truth is that remediating your son or daughter's dyslexia is not cheap.   Did you know that you can be reimbursed for some of your child’s dyslexia educational expenses?    FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/gro...

How to Talk to Your Child’s Teacher About Your Child’s Dyslexia 26.07.2021

It's hard to believe that it is time (or for some almost time) to start school again.   You may be wondering how to talk with your child's new teacher about his/her dyslexia.  This episode provides strategies to create a collaborative relationship with the teacher from day one. Subscribe to the podcast today!  Share your favorite episode with your friends on your social accounts and tag...

Let's Start a Book Club 19.07.2021

Are you wondering how you are going to get your dyslexic kiddo interested in reading this fall?  Why not start a book club?  On this episode, Nicole shares 5 easy steps to start your own book club. Subscribe to the podcast today!  Share your favorite episode with your friends on your social accounts and tag us #dyslexiamomlifepodcast. Dyslexia Parenting Academy course, Dyslexia Battle Blueprint.  ...

Dyslexic Voices with Nathaniel Shortall 15.07.2021

Nathaniel is on the show sharing his personal dyslexia experiences.  Learn how he went from struggling with his dyslexia to this summer serving as a camp counselor at a dyslexia camp.   Nathaniel is an inspiration to all families raising children with dyslexia.  Subscribe to the podcast today!  Share your favorite episode with your friends on your social accounts and tag us #dyslexiamomlifepodcast...

Moms Just Want to Have Fun 06.07.2021

Moms deserve to have fun too!  You may be busy with being a mom, but you should still make time for fun.  Your kids will notice and love it!  Yes Day Trailer Subscribe to the podcast today!  Share your favorite episode with your friends on your social accounts and tag us #dyslexiamomlifepodcast. Dyslexia Parenting Academy course, Dyslexia Battle Blueprint.   FACEBOOK  COMMUNITY: https://www.facebo...

What Does Done Look Like? Executive Functions with Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan 28.06.2021

Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan is on the show sharing how executive functions may be causing your child to be disorganized and frustrated.  Did you know that a lack of executive functions can impact your child's daily living and social cues?    Subscribe to the podcast today!  Share your favorite episode with your friends on your social accounts and tag us #dyslexiamomlifepodcast. Dyslexia Parenting...

How You Spend Your Summer Matters ~ 3 Steps for Success 14.06.2021

3 Steps for Success this Summer Assess your child's current needs and strengths - make a plan for the summer Use a reference you can trust, Overcoming Dyslexia (by Dr. Sally Shaywitz) Make it a priority to relax, read, and recharge this summer Subscribe to the podcast today!  Share your favorite episode with your friends on your social accounts and tag us #dyslexiamomlifepodcast. Dyslexia Par...

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