Raising Disabled

Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we talk to Jessica Patay about: raising her son Ryan, her book and podcast We Are Brave Together, and her caregiver retreats. Learn more about Jessica and her projects at  https://www.wearebravetogether.org/book Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram -...

Text Us! In this episode we talk to Lindsay Sherbondy about: her daughter Eva's life altering accident, what life has been like for their family following this accident, how God has used this pain for good, and her art and how trauma affected it. If you would like to learn more about Lindsay's art, visit her store Lindsay Letters HERE>> Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow...

Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we asked our Instagram and Facebook friends what "disability pride" means to them as the parents of disabled kids.    Disability accounts we recommend:     Accessible Adventures @accessible.adventures Joy Davis @everydaywithjoy The Autism Dad @theautismdad Callie Colwick @calliecolwick Megan DeJarnett @megandejarnett Nina Tame @nina_tame Rebec...

Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we talk to Effie Parks about: raising her son Ford, her podcast Once Upon a Gene , and her mission to help families with genetic disorders. You can follow Effie on Instagram at @onceuponagene.podcast Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdis...

Text Us! In this episode we: talk to Katrina about raising her daughter Dallas, acceptance of your child's disability, and her non-profit The Recess Project. Follow them on Instagram @therecessprojectofficial and @discover_with_dallas Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabled...

Text Us! In this episode we talk to Ryan about: raising his son Reynolds, his experience being a stay at home dad, and My Mejo, an app that keeps families of disabled kids organized and sane. Follow Ryan on Instagram @dadhappend  and follow his app @my_mejo Go download his app here!   You will LOVE it! Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes...

Text Us! In this episode, we talk to Kami and Tanner about raising their daughter Callie.  This episode is sponsored by Zing Standers. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Text Us! In this episode, we look back at our favorite moments from the first year of Raising Disabled.  Thank you so much to every single person who has listened! Glass Ouse device mentioned in the show linked here. This episode is sponsored by Zing Standers. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagr...

Text Us! In this episode we talk with Licensed Counselor Deanna Dawson of Springs Therapy about: what anger actually is, how to identify it and recognize triggers, and TONS of useful tips when your disabled child or you as the parent get angry. This episode is sponsored by Zing Standers. At our house, my daughter is in her Zing Stander all the time.   She loves to get in it and play video games, r...

Text Us! In this episode we are talking about the common phrase "God Gives Special Kids to Special People" and are discussing how parents of disabled kids feel when people say this to them and what you could say instead. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast F...

Text Us! On this episode we talk with Licensed Therapist and Disability Parent/Advocate Amanda Griffith Atkins and she answers these questions from our listeners: Why do we as parents feel guilty when we take time for ourselves/self-care?  What can we do if we feel guilty about our child’s injury or diagnosis? What do you say to people who have guilt about what happened to their baby in utero? Wha...

Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talked to Stephanie Dotson about her experience growing up with her disabled sibling, Abby. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Text Us! In this episode, we talk to Kristy Cook of Accessible Adventures about: raising her disabled son Robbie how they travel in their RV all of their favorite National/State Parks and her amazing tips for travel Follow her family's adventures at @accessible.adventures Click here to see Kristy's $7 Track Chair Map Brands mentioned during the show: Huckleberry Hiking Carrier Wike Extre...

Text Us! In this episode we share some of our scariest vacation stories and how we learned from them.   Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Text Us! In this episode we talk to Deanna Dawson about: raising her adopted daughter Joy who has Shaken Baby Syndrome, her family fostering many kids, some with disabilities, her church program for kids with disabilities, her job as a counselor at The Springs Therapy. This episode was sponsored by The Springs Therapy. Deonna's kids have been counseled by Deanna at The Springs Therapy and it...

Text Us! In this episode Deonna and Rhandyl talk about what they did over their Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday break.  Feeding robot mentioned in the show:  Obi Robot  Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Text Us! In this episode, we are sharing A LOT of gift ideas for disabled kids.  These ideas are from us, our kids, our Raising Disabled Parent Group (ask us how you can join and help with future episodes) and our listeners. We talked about so many great ideas for kids with so many different disabilities but here are some of the specific ones that we love with links: Quadstick Adaptive Video Game...

Text Us! In this episode we're talking with Brooke about her journey Raising Disabled with her son, Corben.  Corben has Down Syndrome and Autism. Brooke walks us through  when they found out about his disability,  what is like being a parent to a disabled child,  tells us about his recent scary hospital stay and new diagnosis, how they navigate life now,  and so much more. Please subscribe, l...

Text Us! In this episode, Rhandyl shares about the daily routine of her daughter Remi, who has Severe Tracheobronchomalacia or TBM. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Text Us! In this episode, Deonna shares about the daily routine of her daughter Allie, who has a C1 level spinal cord injury. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we asked LOTS of disabled parents how they feel about people telling them "You Are So Strong".  Scriptures about strength referenced in the show: Psalm 46:1 - God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow...

Text Us! In this episode Deonna and Rhandyl are sharing stories about what devastating storms and stolen cars have taught them about parenthood. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast

Text Us! In this episode we are talking to Katie from Child Life On Call.  Katie is the CEO and Founder of Child Life On Call, an app, podcast, and website dedicated to closing the resource gap through the intersection of child life services and technology. We discuss:  how to support the siblings of disabled children, what a child life specialist is, and how to support your local child life speci...

Text Us! In this episode we're talking with Danielle Rose about her journey Raising Disabled with her son, Barron.  Barron was born in 2022 and has microcephaly and lissencephaly.   Danielle walks us through  when they found out about his disability,  how her faith has grown since becoming a parent of a disabled child,  how they navigate life now,  and so much more. Please subscribe, leave a...

Text Us! In Episode 9 of Raising Disabled, we talk to Diagnostician Chelsey Robertson about: How to prepare for an ARD Meeting concerning your disabled child in the public school setting, What an IEP is and how to get what your child needs to succeed, and how to make to most of your ARD meeting. To learn more about IDEA, as mentioned in the podcast, click on the link below: https://sites.ed.gov/id...