Surpassing Expectations

Bonnie and Heather have been away from the mics for a minute and return to try and focus to discuss summer lol They always have the best time together laughing and reflecting on the every day ups and downs of any given day!  Join us for a short and quick episode (their brains were fried from doing a lot of thinking recently lol) on Summer 2025!

In this episode Bonnie and Heather discuss more self care tips as this is sometimes a very challenging thing for us as parents to do!  Join us and weigh in on what you think of our ideas - is it something you could bring into your life?

In this episode I sit down with some of our favorites Abby and Amelia and discuss the one year anniversary party of The Inclusive Bean where Amelia and her husband own an inclusive coffee shop that hires teens and adults of all abilities.  Abby was recently named "Bean of the Month" so we discuss how the day went and what's next for them!

Join Heather and Bonnie as we attempt to keep to our pre-game and not have too many sidetracking moments that we are known for when we get together, lots of fun and laughs are always had when we are together!  And we hope you also get some information as well!

Join us as we visit additional forms of therapy for all, specifically for our neurodivergent friends.  Bonnie and Heather laugh and share as much information as they possible can!

In this episode I sit down with Gabe, my Autistic former student and now employee as we discuss how our journey led us to where we are now.  From his freshman year to becoming an adult, Gabe is sure to win your heart over like he does mine because he is one of the most positive human beings I have ever met in my life - he brings me joy every day in ways he would never know!

Join Bonnie and Heather as they share a few therapy options outside of what is typically given to families once a diagnosis has been given.  This is the first part in a several part series as there are a lot of established and new options depending on where you live and how old your child(ren) may be.  We also share a little insight if we have personally experienced the the type of therapy as well...

Heather and Bonnie reflect on all the highs and lows of 2024, plans for 2025 all while sampling some yummy oils and balsamic because why not!

Abby and I had so much fun sitting down and discussing all things fun and exciting so we were excited to come back together!  Join us as we discuss Abby officially becoming an adult and what that has looked like for her, so much fun and laughs when we get together!

Join Bonnie and Heather as they discuss the upcoming holiday season - we take a look at a great resource - Autism Parenting Magazine Issue 172 and reference a few articles from there.  

Join Heather and Bonnie as they discuss upcoming special events around the holidays at We Rock the Spectrum Racine County.  From a WEEEE Rock Friendsgiving to a "Noon" Years Eve party, we got it covered!  And of course we couldn't forget opportunities to be of service to families to get a break by offering our Holiday Thanksgiving and Christmas Programs where drop off occurs!

Join Heather and Bonnie as they discuss sensory processing as well as tools they have found for their son's along their journey.

In this episode Heather sits down with Isabel who is a mother, advocate, and job creator for an organization that works with Neurodivergent Adults.  Join them as they discuss motherhood, the work place, and how inclusivity is a beautiful thing.

Sit down with Heather and Bonnie as she shares the story of how a random day of applying for grants turned into one of the coolest experiences of her life thus far as a small business owner.  Bonnie joins in on the conversation for another episode full of laughs and the message of how you never know what life has planned for you.  In this case, how what Heather believed was a SPAM email turned out...

The tables have turned.  Join us for this unique episode where our former guest Bonnie interviews me on all things life!  This was a fun episode!

In this episode we sit down with our first mom and dad duo and discuss all things life, progress, and viewpoints from both sides of this family that we have known since the gym opened!

In this episode that kicks off our second season, I interview a father about his journey raising an Autistic adult son, offering a unique perspective on the challenges, triumphs, and growth they've experienced together. Through his candid reflections, we explore the emotional and practical aspects of navigating life as a neurodiverse/special needs dad.

As Season 1 comes to a close I sit down with Sabrina, a woman who has been very influential in not only my family but many, many families in our community.

As Season 1 comes to a close I sit down with Sabrina, a woman who has been very influential in not only my family but many, many families in our community for a special TWO part episode!

Join me for a heartwarming chat with Abby, a neurodiverse adult I knew when she was a middle school student!  We dive into her life experiences around traveling, celebrating her upcoming birthday, bullying, and her love for Gwen Stafani.  Tune in for a blend of nostalgia, resilience, and fun!

This is an extra special episode for me as I sit down with a former student of mine who has become a principal at my son's school as well as business owner of an inclusive coffee shop that employees teens and adults with disabilities.  She recently shared her journey and vision in our sit down.

In this episode, I interview Grace, a recently diagnosed neurodivergent preteen and her mother.  We delved into their journey to Grace's diagnosis and how she has become an advocate for herself, and others.  Grace shares her personal experiences and how the diagnosis has impacted her life, while her mom provides insight into the family's perspective and the steps they took in their journ...

In this episode we sit down with Katrina, mom to two Autistic kiddos of our at the gym.  Their family has been there from the beginning of our journey of having the sensory gym.  Her son was our first respite client!  She values our gym and is such a huge part of the supportive community we've built helping manager our Support Group FB page.  Her dedication and feedback inspire us to continue...

In this episode Heather discusses the various services that her indoor inclusive sensory gym has to offer the Neurodiverse/Special Needs Community as well as Neurtypical families.  

In this podcast episode meet Izzy, whose son is a regular friend of ours at the gym.  We discuss her journey navigating the diagnosis, triumphs and challenges they've experienced, and the support systems they've established along the way.  Her insights offer a heartfelt look into the daily parenting of a Neurodiverse/Special Needs child and the importance of community and understanding.