Episodes 214
Avg. Duration 47m
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Apple Rating 4.9 (173)
Since Jan 2021
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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Raising an out-of-the-box kid can feel isolating. You wonder, Am I crazy? What am I doing wrong? The doubt, guilt, and exhaustion are overwhelming—and finding another mom who truly gets it feels impossible. That’s why the On The Hard Days podcast exists. Host Megan Champion knows the struggle firsthand and is on a mission to bring connection and support to moms raising neurodivergent kids. Each week, a brave mom shares her raw, honest story so you can feel seen, heard, and validated. Whether your child has a diagnosis or not, if you feel alone in your motherhood, this podcast is for you. Subscribe now and follow Megan on Instagram @on.the.hard.days for daily encouragement & info about her community resource, Mothers Together —DMs are always open! 

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S1E214 BONUS: Ep. 214 All Things 'Community' With The Ladies of "Moms Talk Autism"!

Jan 06, 2026 1h 3m

Hi guys! I'm interrupting this hiatus with an exciting bonus episode, when I was recently featured on the "Moms Talk Autism" podcast. Please give it a listen!Happy New Year! We’ve got a special bonus…

S1E213 Ep. 213 Mom Jen on Becoming Empowered to Learn How to Advocate For Her Gifted Child - How She Fought For Services and Won (the Second Time)

Jun 03, 2025 49m

"It's what we have to do. This is the fight, right now." Mom Jen tells the story of learning how to advocate for her gifted child - it's a powerful, super relatable conversation. If you've ever had…

S1E212 Ep. 212 Mom Lisa on Finding Time to *Care* About Herself Through a Very Unique Journey to Motherhood

May 20, 2025 51m

"I just wanted to be a mom. I always wanted to be a mom." Mom Lisa's journey to motherhood was definitely an interesting one! Be sure to tune in!In this episode, we talk about:Life with 3 kids with…

S1E211 Ep. 211 Mom Emily on Implementing the "Spoon Theory" Into Her Child's Day, and How Curiosity & Research Has Helped Her Grief & Acceptance

May 13, 2025 58m

"I'm loving the information I'm gathering, even though it's really hard." Today's episode is with Emily, and I just LOVE her insight and vulnerability! Ever heard of the "Spoon Theory"? Be sure to…

S1E210 Ep. 210 Mom Sarah on Re-Imagining & Re-Shaping Her Life to Understand How to Support Her ND Kids

May 06, 2025 1h

"I was providing for my family, and I was dead inside." Today's episode is with Sarah, whose motherhood journey will sound VERY relatable to many of you! Don't miss this one!In this episode, we talk…

S1E209 Ep. 209 Mom Dalynn on Putting in the Work on *Herself* to Lead Her Family With Love & Understanding, Instead of Yelling & Anxiety

Apr 22, 2025 48m

Today's episode is with Dalynn, who shared some really vulnerable, tough stuff in this conversation. It's a powerful episode not to be missed.**Trigger Warning: Talk of hitting/physical abuse at the…

S1E208 Ep. 208 Mom Stephanie on the "Survival of Self" While Getting Divorced & Helping a Struggling Teenager Who Doesn't Want Help

Apr 15, 2025 1h 1m

"I've had a whole parenting life of doing it all by myself."  Today's episode is with my good friend Stephanie, who has been with me in Mothers Together since (almost) Day 1! Don't miss it!**Trigger…

S1E207 Ep. 207 Mom Sandi on Helping Her PDA Child Come Out the Other Side of Severe Burnout (and What She Learned About Herself Along the Way)

Apr 01, 2025 1h 6m

"PDA kids don't bend...they break. And I'm not breaking my kid again."  Today's episode with mom guest, Sandy, is REALLY, really good. Don't skip this one!In this episode, we talk about:How the…

S1E206 Ep. 206 Mom Becky on Learning to Understand Her Neurodivergent Kids Through the Joy of Support

Mar 25, 2025 34m

"All the things I knew to do weren't working...I was perpetually annoyed."  Today's episode with mom guest, Becky, is a powerful one! Don't miss it!In this episode, we talk about:Her family: One…

S1E205 Ep. 205 Mom Dorothy on Accepting Your *Lack* of Control, Being Realistic About Hope, and Using Your Master Negotiation Skills To Get Help

Mar 18, 2025 1h

"Even though my son is 18, he will forever be 8 to 10 years old."  Today's episode with mom guest, Dorothy, is a powerful one! Don't miss it!In this episode, we talk about:Her child's life with…

S1E204 Ep. 204 Mom Amanda on Being an "Action Taker" While Pursuing *All The Things* to Help Her Family Thrive

Mar 11, 2025 47m

"We kind of go along each day, living in the moment of where our kids are at that time, and how we can support them in that."  Don't miss this one with mom guest, Amanda! You'll feel inspired and…

S1E203 Ep. 203 Mom Emily on Managing *Caregiver Burnout* When There's No End in Sight

Mar 04, 2025 59m

"It always goes back to  - NOBODY gets it."  We're BACK!! And we're kicking it off with mom guest, Emily. I'm telling you right now - you will ABSOLUTELY resonate with her story!In this episode, we…

S1E202 Ep.202 Mom Chantelle Stieghan on Facing Motherhood Struggles With Humor & Rolling With the (Literal) Punches

Dec 04, 2023 57m

About This Episode: It's Mama Monday! This week, I'm talking with mom Chantelle. I loved this whole conversation and I know you will too! Here are just some of the topics we discussed:-The lack of…

S1E201 Ep.201 Mom Felicia Watkins on Stopping the Cycles of Self-Gaslighting and Judging How She Parents Her Neurodivergent Kids

Nov 27, 2023 32m

About This Episode: It's Mama Monday! This week, I'm talking with mom Felicia. I loved this whole conversation and I know you will too! Here are just some of the topics we discussed:-Raising multiple…

S1E200 Ep.200!! Celebrating 200 Episodes With Megan Through Vulnerability & Validation

Nov 13, 2023 39m

About This Episode: I'm celebrating 200 episodes today - join me as I reflect on how sharing stories brings us the crucial validation we need.** HUGE NEWS!! Our next Mothers Together "Open House"  is…

S1E199 Ep.199 Mom Stephanie Fluger on Asking For Help: Learning to Let Go of Control, Shed Guilt & Anger, and Actually Take Care of Yourself

Oct 30, 2023 41m

About This Episode: It's Mama Monday! This week, I'm talking with mom Stephanie. I loved this whole conversation and I know you will too! Here are just some of the topics we discussed:-The hardships…

S1E198 Ep.198 Mom Cathy Shields on Acceptance & Understanding of a Neurodivergent Young Adult

Oct 23, 2023 50m

About This Episode: It's Mama Monday! This week, I'm talking with mom Cathy. I loved this whole conversation and I know you will too! Please shower Cathy with love and support by SHARING this episode…

S1E197 Ep.197 Dad Rob Gorski on the "Sudden Detour" of a Massive Regression & Parenting the Kid, Not the Diagnosis

Oct 16, 2023 55m

About This Episode: Today's brand new episode features a dad!!  I'm talking with Dad Rob Gorski. I loved this whole conversation and I know you will too! Here are just some of the topics we…

S1E196 Ep.196 Mom Taylor Alexander on Surviving & Prioritizing What's Important When Managing a Whole Family With ADHD

Oct 09, 2023 39m

About This Episode: It's Mama Monday! This week, I'm talking with mom Taylor. I loved this whole conversation and I know you will too! Here are just some of the topics we discussed:-How she received…

S1E195 Ep.195 On The Hard Days is BACK! Here's The Update!

Oct 08, 2023 14m

After a hiatus, we're back, my friends! I'm thrilled to be pushing out new episodes to you starting TOMORROW and every Monday after that. **You're invited to the Mothers Together "Open House", a…

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