For Our Special Kids

In today's episode, we dive deep into Human Design with Kaydee Desjarlais.  She introduces what human design is, how it was discovered, and how we can access it.  While it is a pretty detailed chart that she discusses for both Teal and me, there are a ton of tangible nuggets that I walked away with that will immediately impact my and Teal's world. Did you know you can use a Human Design...

The reason behind the series, "What's It Like?" is to highlight the experiences other people have with our children.  I think very often we are so entrenched in our daily lives on this journey that we forget this journey has a village.  And our child’s village has to watch as we struggle or process or grieve or rejoice but  we forget that the amazing people in our village also have...

Did you know that your angel team has messages for you?   Did you know that your angels are with you every moment to support you on this journey of parenting?  Kristin is here to speak with us about her journey to receiving these messages, how her angels speak with her, and how she connects with your angel team to provide you with the message you most need to hear in her Angel Poem Readings. This...

In this episode, we really look at how something as simple as how we breathe can impact the life we live, the freedom we experience, and the relationship we have with our children.   We explore: How breathwork can positively effect the nervous system How  we can use breathwork to be better parents while helping our children better cope. How we can use breathwork to help our children be more presen...

Noelle Deane talks in a positive way about the ego and how we can get more support in our life through connecting more fully with our ego.  She changes my perspective from the very beginning as she openly discusses the difference between how we were previously introduced to the ego and how she uses her ego positively today.  She established a relationship with her ego and says that we too can esta...

Kate Rose provides lots of in depth information and scientific research regarding 4 toxins, fluoride, glyphosate, EMFs (5G), and aluminum, that she recommends we investigate further to determine the best approaches to health and wellness for your family. We examine how neurological development can be inhibited by these toxins and natural ways to decrease our exposure.  Do you know what's in y...

This is a pretty “woo-woo” episode. But, I hope it opens your eyes to how our children truly are here to share their magic and change our world. Lila Lotus has an extremely diverse background.  Her journey to spirituality started at age 11 when she was enrolled in a mystery school.  After 10 years of training, however, she takes a turn in the corporate world where she finds immediate success but l...

Even if you aren’t a rare disease medical mama, YOU NEED TO LISTEN.  In this episode, whoa, wow, what??  Susan is the podcast hostess of When Autumn Comes.  She is also the medical mama of 2 children with the extremely rare form of mitochondrial disease.  In our discussion today, she gives voice to the struggles and the joy of raising children with a life expectancy of 2-5 years.  I am so honored...

Hi Everyone, We've been on holiday the past 3 weeks and I've been able to keep up with the episodes.  However, this weekend, I just didn't get it done.  We had a messed up flight and well...it just didn't happen.  I'll launch the next AMAZING episode with Susan, a rare disease medical mama, on Tuesday. Thanks for understanding. Jen We love to hear from you. Send emails to...

Samantha Fey joins us today to talk everything crystals.  I would highly recommend getting a paper and pen out or taking notes into your phone today because she covers a lot of solutions in a really short amount of time.  I definitely re-listened and took plenty of notes for Teal and our entire family.   Samantha talks about the “higher ups” in the beginning of our conversation and I interpret tha...

In today’s episode, Michelle and I speak about Mickey and how his bilateral cochlear implants helped him to live a more typical life within his environment.  Michelle talks about the fears around surgery, the intimate times of therapy, the 2 books they wrote highlighting how Mickey is in school and at home on the farm.  And towards the end we look into why it is so important for a child to have pu...

Tania is an incredibly gentle and loving mom to 3 children, 1 of whom has special needs.  Our discussion is filled with honest, love, and compassion.  I adore Tania and hope you enjoy our lovely conversation.  And perhaps you'll take a few nuggets away to positively impact your life as a parent or caregiver. I hope you enjoy...and, let me know what you think. Jen We love to hear from you. Sen...

Well, get excited for a very informative episode about Feng Shui and the power it has on your home and life.  In this episode Kerstin Tracy talks about everything from the dragon and tiger at your front door to why a head board needs to be solid and up against a wall.  Did you know that passionate red isn't the best color for your bedroom and the moonlight shining on your child's face du...

We're back to the science and therapy discussions!! In this episode, Rebecca gives us insight into how important the oral health of our children truly is for their overall development.  I had no idea that breathing through our nose helps the organs function best.  Did you know that a tongue-tie can negatively impact a woman's milk production?  These are just two of the lessons I learned...

How can finding a hawk feather lead you to a better understanding of your desire for freedom?   Can you be mindful while washing the dishes?  In this episode, Kristen and I talk about meditation and mindfulness and how it positively impacts our soul and our ability to parent.  The 1st step to increase your mindfulness is to have a practice that calms your mind and your nervous system. Next, pay at...

Lexi Weinberg and I talk about the shock of the “diagnosis” and how both of us were quite dumbfounded when we got the news from the doctors.  It certainly rocked both our worlds.  She gives us insight as to how she was using her intuition, without even knowing it, to understand and then communicate with her son which is partly why she didn’t really see her son’s early signs. We celebrate the amazi...

Today, I highlight an incredible organization that has changed the life for our daughter, Teal, and I know for so many other families in the California area.   Achieve Tahoe provides Skiing and Snowboarding during the winter months and Archery, Climbing, Equestrian, Hiking, Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Sailing, Waterskiing and some Sea-Doo rides on special water sports day in Lake Tahoe, California....

In this episode Tina and I cover self judgment, awareness, shamanism, spirit guides, genealogy, gratitude, and tips and tricks for being present.  Tina did not write her book for parents of children with special needs but I gleamed so many nuggets of information that I thought it was important to share.  I hope you enjoy. "Losing a little of ourselves happens over time, like erosion. It is ti...

Kristen O'Meara will open your eyes to the world of channeling.  Is it possible to "talk" with your child's higher self?  Or anyone's higher self for that matter?  YES IT IS!!      In this episode, Kristen and Jen have a deep conversation about her journey from depression thru healing and finally to acceptance of her son, Austin's, autism diagnosis.      They address...

Kimberly Painter introduces us to how CranioSacral Therapy can positively impact every part of your body and every part of your child.   What is CranioSacral Therapy (CST) and why haven’t you heard of it?  Is it a “real science” or “quackery?”  How does all this anatomy talk actually relate to real people?  And what did you say about an orange, snags in your sweater, belief patterns, pregnancy and...

Denise Correll, a psychic, intuitive, medium, podcast host, and former Special Education Teacher discusses how we can “use our intuition to be the most supportive in our role as a parent, an educator, a family member, or a friend to these amazing rays of light that are coming onto the planet or are already here.” Denise defines intuition and auric fields and the energy each of us has around us. Ev...

Sylvia Shordike introduces us to her company NeuroHorizons and how working with neuroplasticity can positively impact our children.  She discusses how using movement to communicate with the brain and our child’s nervous system allows the child to make new connections, which is neuroplasticity.  All of this helps a child more fully understand who they are as a growing, loving, curious human being. ...

Jenifer Edwards jumps right up into the stars, the moons, the planets, the transits, and so much more.  Her in depth knowledge of astrology may seem complicated at 1st, but she does a brilliant job showing us how, as parents or caregivers, we can use this ancient science to help better live our lives with our children.      Jenifer takes us on a journey in which the questions many of us are asking...

Jen gets real with her doubts in starting her podcast.  Once she pushed the record button...well, it's all history.   She takes a few moments to introduce you to her daughter, Teal. And before you leave, you'll hear clips from 4 episodes that combine the beauty of the Woo-woo and the Science in For Our Special Kids. We love to hear from you. Send emails to ForOurSpecialKids@gmail.com if...

Let's take 2 minutes and connect!  Do you worry as a parent? Do I even need to ask that question? Are you doing enough? Are you doing too much? Are you present enough for the joy? Do you want the world to see your child for who they are and not their "label?"  Do you want your community to see the magic in your child?  This podcast will hopefully create a community for you...a momen...