Special Needs Supermom podcast

In episode 67 of the Special Needs Supermom Podcast, I talk about what to do when your special needs kid refuses to eat. Years ago, when big wonderboy was still a little wonderboy dinnertime was the most stressful time of the day. One look at his plate and little wonderboy asked if he could be sent to the ‘naughty corner’. Nice and quiet and no yucky food. In this episode I share what we discovere...

In episode 66 of the Special Needs Supermom Podcast I explain why it is so important to find out the reason for your burnout in order to fix it. Why this is important? Because you can feel burned out or have a burn out for so many different reasons. Only when you know the real reason that led you to this burnout, you can find the solution that will help you get back on your feet.    Are you always...

In this episode of the Special Needs Supermom podcast I give you an insight in the day out of the life of a special needs mom. Why I struggle with my self-worth on days like this. And how I break that spell.  * This week was just one of those weeks... come Thursday evening I felt worthless. I had two major things on my to-do for this week, yet here I was, exhausted, busy all day, and yet: none of...

Depression in Special Needs Children: quite common, why, what to do and what NOT to. Let’s talk depression mom. I know it sucks. If I could I would bubble wrap my kids and safely store it away in a safe, nice and happy place to protect them from pain, the exclusion, the hurtful comments… But I can’t. Our kids learn at an early age that they are different. That things won’t come easy, that they mig...

In this episode of the Special Needs Supermom Podcast I talk about the effect of ADHD medication. Unfortunately there is still a lot of controversy about ADHD medication. Whether it is really necessary, that it will turn you into a zombie, that all you need to do is take away the distractions and make it interesting. I got my ADHD diagnose at age 45. As part of my diagnoses and therapy I tried out...

In episode 62 of the Special Needs Supermom podcast I share my top tips to avoid burnout as a special needs mom. As a special needs parent we face a lot. No wonder burnout is a real thing amongst us special needs moms. Not that we mention it of course. But I get you momma and I’ve been there. Heck, sometimes I still have days like this. Besides the fact there can be all kinds of different reasons...

Confessions of a confident ADHD Mind - tells the journey of parent Stephanie Anne D’Entremont, which started with a comment of her daughter’s dance teacher mentioning ADHD is hereditary. Stephanie talks about her discovery, what it brought her and how it helps her not only be her authentic self, but also how this helps her be a better parent of a child with ADHD. To quote Stephanie: “There are no...

Can you use ADHD as an excuse? Yes and no. Fact: I joke about my ADHD quirks and throw in the 'I'm sorry it's my ADHD card' all the time. But that doesn't mean I think this excuses everything. Yes, I find it hard to remember birthdays, no that doesn't mean I can just go and forget. There are hacks. Also, a lot of I'm sorry cards and flowers.... So, when can you g...

Why you should get a diagnose for ADHD and when you shouldn’t. Getting an ADHD diagnose can be extremely helpful. It can not only provide valuable insights in why and how you or your kid is struggling with certain things. It can also open up a whole can of useful tools like extra help at school, getting CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and of course meds. So, yay! Or not? In this episode of the...

In this episode I share 5 practical tools to use to talk about war with your special needs child. Handy tools you can use to help kids express and deal with their feelings around emotionally though subjects like the war in the Ukraine. It helps young and or non-verbal kids to express  grief, anger or fear.     In the last episode, 57, I talked about the importance of talking about war with your ch...

In this episode I talk about why and how you should talk about war with your child. Especially your anxious and special needs child. No matter the age. I give you some easy tips how to talk about war with both young children as well as teenagers. Ok, why would you talk about something as awful as what is going on in Ukraine right now? Why upset your child? Is it not better to protect them from nas...

Too much to do fellow special needs supermom? Then this episode with a happiness hack for tired and overwhelmed special needs supermoms is for you.    A few days ago, I was exhausted. Again. Overwhelmed. Again. Because so much to do. And supergirl asked if I wanted to come take a break with her and if she could paint my nails. I did NOT have the time. But she asked (a grumpy 16-year-old) and I fel...

In this episode of the Special Needs Supermom podcast, I discuss choosing special needs care: what you need to know. The world of therapy is a jungle. There are so many different types of therapy, so many areas you could help your special needs child with, it is hard to figure out where to start and what to choose. In this episode I give you the 5 tips how to find your way through the therapy jung...

In this episode of the Special Needs Supermom podcast I share my reaction to becoming a millionaire with a learning disability. A TedX talk by Nicole Ambrose that was not at all what I was expecting when someone asked my opinion about it. Parents of a special needs child struggling in the school system: pay attention!    Spoiler: It's not about great habits, or getting the best tutor. Nicole...

In episode 53 of the Special Needs Supermom podcast, I give guidelines how to raise a happy autistic child. Autism isn’t the problem. Communication is. Being a special needs child on the autistic spectrum, can feel like you are the only Wookie on the planet. Nobody understands you. Thankfully as a special needs parent you can be his or her Han Solo - helping your Wookie navigate through life and t...

In episode 52 of the Special Needs Supermom podcast I talk about the the 10 things every kid with autism wish you knew.   Surprisingly a lot of people don’t really know what autism is about. And with that have NO idea how to deal with someone with autism. Which can create a lot of problems on both sides. Problems that can be avoided.   Therefore wonderboy and I created this list of ten things ever...

Yup, totally. In episode 51 of the Special Needs Supermom podcast I talk about how you could have an autistic kid and not even know. Why me and my hubby totally missed the signs with our special needs child. I mean Wonderboy is fun, social, loves to hug, looks you in the eye… no way he could be autistic right? We also had no problems at home. Let me repeat that: No problem at home. And with the mo...

Ever wonder why your autistic child has a gigantic meltdown each and every Christmas? It might be that big pile of surprises underneath the Christmas tree! The lack of a normal routine, traveling, behaving (whatever that means), socializing… It’s already enough for any autistic kid to break down. Not to mention that creepy elf that suddenly pops up, moves every night (although you could swear it w...

Cleaning up your room when you are a special needs kid can be quite the challenge, daunting if not overwhelming. Because how should you clean up if you don’t see the mess? If you only see perfect order, a system, where others see chaos?   Together with Janine McDonald of Clear the Clutter Now I talk about how you can help your kids (and yourself) clean up when you don’t know where to start and how...

Thanksgiving & Special Needs - How to make it enjoyable Holidays. It’s often a recipe for disaster: no routine, lots of family, constant new impressions… I learned - way too late - how to make it enjoyable. No more meltdowns, no more tears of frustration by my kid or me. To do so you need to let go of outer expectations and set clear rules. What might help: Quiet room - Wherever you go ask for...

If you feel haunted by piles of laundry, have the feeling you wanna throw your kids and hubby in the recycling bin because they just never ever do anything, can only respond in a snappy way…. It is a big sign your true needs aren’t met. And as much as I’m all for being able to relax at home… If you’re a little bit like me, you won’t. Because you’re always turned ‘on’, there is always something tha...

It’s dark, there are literally monsters everywhere and you’re supposed to enjoy this? How? When it is one big overwhelming experience?! Whether your kid just hates dark, is easily afraid or quickly overwhelmed, you can make it into a bearable, heck maybe even fun experience for them with the tips I share in this episode. * Hope you have a lovely Halloween! Stay sane 🧘 Stay happy 💃 Nadine * Group...

How can you help your kid grow his or her self confidence? By being nice to yourself. Seriously mama! How often do you criticize yourself? What does that tell your kid? * In today's episode I tell you about the epiphany I had doing a journalling exercise of the Fall Back in Love with You challenge by IG’s @innertravelcoach Tammy Faulds.  * Supergirl’s feedback afterwards starting me thinking:...

This is a bonus episode of the Special Needs Supermom Podcast with a calming technique to help your kid (or you) get calm and grounded instead of anxious, overwhelmed and stressed. You can do this every where. Just sit down and close your eyes for a few minutes to feel refreshed and grounded again. Stay sane 🧘 Stay happy 💃 Nadine Planner 📔If you need some help to find and recharge your superpow...

This is the 2nd bonus episode of the Special Needs Supermom Podcast with a calming technique to help your kid (or you) get calm and grounded instead of anxious, overwhelmed and stressed. You can do this everywhere. Even with your eyes open. Just take 5 seconds. Stay sane 🧘 Stay happy 💃 Nadine Planner 📔If you need some help to find and recharge your superpowers? Check out the Special Needs Super...