Mama Marias

Mama Marias, a Podcast for Caregivers

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Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences and knowledge, which they have gained through both tough and good times over the years. They hope to be a resource and support for families. They want parents to know they are not alone...not alone in the way they are feeling, in the things they are experiencing, and in the things they are dreaming. Mama Marias aims to bring families understandin...

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Mama Marias

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Education

Podcast website

www.ascfamily.org

Latest episode

Apr 15, 2026

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Episodes

Financial Planning for families with special needs with Michael Ringel 15.04.2026

In this episode the Marias talk to Special Guest Michael Ringel to learn about financial planning for special needs individuals. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences and knowledge, which they ha...

Kim's Story, Rett Syndrome, Grief after Losing a Child with Special Needs 22.03.2024

In this episode the Marias talk to Special Guest Kim and hear part one of her story. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences and knowledge, which they have gained through both tough and goo...

The Marias’ Favorite Resources 05.02.2024

In this episode the Marias talk about their Favorite Resources. Resources discussed by the Marias are as follows, 1. Abilities Expo at abilities.com 2. Make-a-Wish Foundation at wish.org 3. Stepping Stones for Stella at steppingstonesforstella.org 4. 3elove.com 5. AdaptationsbyAdrian.com 6. Beyondplay.com  Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is...

Medical Fundraising, Sonny Mullen from HelpHopeLive 21.01.2024

In this episode the Marias talk to Sonny Mullen and hear about her story and discuss HelpHopeLive. For more information about medical fundraising, please visit Help Hope Live at www.helphopelive.org Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special n...

Taleana's Story; Autism Awareness 10.11.2023

Welcome Back to Season 3. In this episode the Marias talk to Taleana and hear about her story and discuss Autism Awareness. To donate or learn more about Taleana's journey and her work with individuals with autism, please visit wallyandzavys.org Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named...

Words Can Hurt 30.06.2023

In this episode the Marias talk about an experience. We hope you have a good summer and we look forward to Season 3 in September. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences and knowledge, whic...

Felicia Sheline, Life Coach for Special Parents 09.06.2023

In this episode the Marias welcome a special guest, Felicia Sheline a Life Coach for Special Parents. To learn more about Felicia Sheline, please visit her website at www.shelinecoaching.com For a free session with Felicia Sheline, please click this link: https://calendly.com/shelinecoachings/30min Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called...

Hillary Freeman’s Sibling Story/ Special Needs Attorney Part 2 07.04.2023

I this episode the Marias welcome back special guest, Hillary Freeman and continue their conversation. You can learn more about Hillary Freeman at www.freemanlawoffices.com or e-mail her directly at Hillary@freemanlawoffices.com . Links to a few of Hillary’s Public Speaking Events: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHKxBYbMD1k https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjPMOms0rZo Mama Marias is a podcast for...

Hillary Freeman’s Sibling Story/ Special Needs Attorney Part 1 24.03.2023

I this episode the Marias welcome a special guest, Hillary Freeman. We hope you enjoy her sibling story. You can learn more about Hillary Freeman at www.freemanlawoffices.com or e-mail her directly at Hillary@freemanlawoffices.com . Links to a few of Hillary’s Public Speaking Events: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHKxBYbMD1k https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjPMOms0rZo Mama Marias is a podcast fo...

Nicole’s Story/ Finding Family Support 17.02.2023

In this Episode the Marias welcome a special guest, Nicole and learn about how she finds family support. You can follow Nicole’s journey on Instagram @misshorton_81   Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share...

Leah Witman Moore/ Cri Du Chat Diagnosis/ Author of "Loving You Big" 03.02.2023

In this Episode the Marias welcome a special guest, Leah Witman Moore, author of the book "Loving You Big". To find out more about Leah, please visit her website at www.lovingyoubig.com   Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special ne...

Kala's Story/ Advocate for PKU a Rare Genetic Metabolic Disorder 20.01.2023

In this Episode the Marias welcome a special guest and learn about Kala's Story and being an Advocate for her son and many others with PKU, a Rare Genetic Metabolic Disorder. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their h...

"Overwhelmed with Information" 23.12.2022

In this episode the Marias have a talk about being "Overwhelmed with Information". Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences and knowledge, which they have gained through both tough...

Priya Lalvani, Author, Educator & Disability Advocate 25.11.2022

In this episode the marias speak with Priya Lalvani, Ph. D., is a Professor of Disability Studies and Inclusive Education at Montclair State University. She is the author of Constructing the (M)other , a collection of personal narratives about motherhood in the context of a society in which disability holds a stigmatized position and her other work is, Undoing Ableism , a sourcebook for teaching a...

Mary's Story 11.11.2022

This episode the Marias hear Mary's Story with some thoughts from her daughter Latavia Sturdivant from Queens On a Roll Podcast. We hope you enjoy the episode. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share th...

Dawn Barclay, Traveling Different 28.10.2022

In this Episode the Marias welcome a special guest Dawn Barclay, author of the book and blog "Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for the Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the Neurodiverse". We hope you enjoy the episode. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Mari...

Welcome Back for Season 2 14.10.2022

In this Episode the Marias welcome you back to season two. We hope you enjoy the episode. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences and knowledge, which they have gained through both tough an...

Danielle's Special Needs Story/ Epilepsy/ Author of Lina's EEG Adventure 18.06.2022

In this Episode the Marias welcome a special guest Danielle. She shares her special needs story of raising a child with Epilepsy and is also the Author of Lina's EEG Adventure. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It...

Rich's Special Needs Story/ Down Syndrome 03.06.2022

In this Episode the Marias welcome a special guest Rich. He shares his special needs story as single father raising a son with down syndrome. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experience...

Kristy's Special Needs Story/ Accessible Travel 13.05.2022

In this Episode the Marias welcome a special guest Kristy. She shares her special needs story and helpful information on accessible travel. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences...

Camille's Special Needs Story-Single Parenting-STXBP1 Disorder 29.04.2022

In this Episode the Marias welcome a special guest Camille and she tells us a little bit about her special needs story as a single parent caring for a child with STXBP1 Disorder. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is...

Self-Care 01.04.2022

In this Episode the Marias will share some tips on Self-Care. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences and knowledge, which they have gained through both tough and good times over t...

Kym's Specials Needs Story/ Twins with Severe Autism 20.03.2022

In this Episode our special guest Kym will share some of her experiences with raising twins with Severe Autism. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences and knowledge, which they ha...

Aimee's Special Needs Story/ Cask Mutation 04.03.2022

In this Episode our very special guest Aimee will share some of her experiences with raising two sons with a diagnosis of Cask Mutation. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria and each has a teenage daughter with special needs. It is their hope to share their experiences and...

Heather Lanier Part 2 18.02.2022

This Episode is Part 2 with special guest Heather Lanier and talk about some of her experiences with a special needs child born with an ultra-rare syndrome known as Wolf-Hirschhorn. They also discuss her book called Raising a Rare Girl. Mama Marias is a podcast for parents and caregivers of children with special needs of any kind. It is called Mama Marias because the two hosts are both named Maria...

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