The Breaking Barriers Podcast

The Breaking Barriers Podcast

The Edwards Syndrome Association

Episodes 22
Avg. Duration 56m
Activity Sporadic
Apple Rating 5.0 (5)
Since Feb 2025
Latest Episode Nov 2025

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
74%
Hosting
feed.podbean.com

About This Podcast

Join us as we explore the triumphs and challenges of raising children with Edwards Syndrome/Trisomy 18 and special needs. From practical tips for everyday life, to magnificent stories and discussions with medical professionals, our podcast offers support and empowerment for parents that are walking the uniquely joyful path.

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Recent Episodes

Betty's Light: A Father's Story: Part 1

Nov 19, 2025 38m

New DadPod Episode Released today - in Part 1, Angel dad Brandon tells Betty's story, walking us through pregnancy and the moments leading up to her birth. A beautiful beginning to a father's…

Every Voice Matters: Speech, AAC, and the many ways our children connect

Oct 29, 2025 52m

Every Voice Matters In this episode, we're joined by Speech-Language Pathologist Kaitlyn Shepherd, owner of bAAC Talk Speech Therapy, to dive into the beautiful world or communication. We explore…

MomPod: Therapy Talk Part 2

Oct 15, 2025 44m

Join the moms as they share real conversations about therapy- where small steps turn into big wins for our kids with Edwards Syndrome.

Breaking Barriers: Verity's Legacy Through Beverly's Eyes

Oct 01, 2025 45m

In this Breaking Barriers episode, Beverly- mama to Warrior Verity and 8 other kids-shares how her daughter's legacy continues to shine through her journey as a mother and founder of Mama Bear Cares.

MomPod: Therapy Talk PT 1: Small Steps, Big Wins

Sep 24, 2025 45m

Join the moms as they share real conversations about therapy- where small steps turn into big wins for our kids with Edwards Syndrome.

Dadpod: Feeding Journeys- In The NICU and Beyond

Sep 17, 2025 1h 7m

In this episode of the Breaking Barriers Dadpod, four dads open up about their daughters' feeding journeys with Edwards Syndrome. From the earliest days in the NICU to navigation NG tubes, G-Tubes,…

Vinny's Journey: A Mother's Love Beyond Barriers

Sep 03, 2025 39m

In this heartfelt episode, Angel Mom Robin opens up about her son Vinny's beautiful journey. Through love, loss, and resilience, Robin shares how Vinny's life continues to inspire and break barriers.

Breaking Barriers: Emma's Journey: Living with Edwards Syndrome, Told by Her Mother Kelly

Aug 20, 2025 57m

Breaking Barriers: Kelly shares her daughter Emma's inspiring journey with Edwards Syndrome. A story of Love + Strength you won't want to miss!!!

Breaking Barriers: Living with loss and Loving through Grief

Aug 06, 2025 34m

In this heartfelt episode Jennifer shares the story of her beloved son Matthew, his life, and the love that lives on beyond his passing. Through her words, we hear a powerful journey of motherhood,…

Breaking Barriers: Mia's Story of Strength, Love and Edwards Syndrome

Jul 30, 2025 1h 37m

In this powerful episode of Breaking Barriers, Jeanna shares the incredible journey of her daughter Mia, who was born with Edwards Syndrome (Trisomy 18). Told through the eyes of a devoted mothers,…

🎙️Breathing Easier: Understanding Tracheostomy and Airway Malacia with Dr. Iverson

Jul 09, 2025 48m

In this episode of Breaking Barriers, we welcome back Dr. Iverson, pediatric ENT specialist at the University of Kentucky Children’s Hospital, for an in-depth conversation on tracheostomy and airway…

Feeding with Purpose: Navigating Tubes, Blends & Growth with Betsy Hjelmgren

Jun 25, 2025 1h 15m

In this empowering episode, we sit down with pediatric nutritionist Betsy Hjelmgren to talk all things feeding, nutrition, and growth in children with Edwards Syndrome and complex medical needs. From…

Breaking Barriers: Dad Edition

Jun 18, 2025 1h 15m

Breaking Barriers: Dad Edition- Hosted by Robert Polacek In this special Father’s Day episode, host Robert Polacek—proud dad of Mia—leads an honest and powerful conversation with two fellow…

Through A Mothers Eyes- Surviving Childhood Cancer

Jun 11, 2025 1h 6m

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we sit down with Brandi, a courageous mother sharing her journey through one of the most challenging battles a parent can face—her daughter Faith’s diagnosis…

Inside the Mind with Dr. Raskin

May 21, 2025 1h

In this thoughtful and informative episode, we sit down with Dr. Raskin, a Pediatric Neurosurgeon, to talk about some of the conditions that affect children and families the most. Dr. Raskin helps us…

Mother's Day Episode-Voices of Hope and Honor!

May 07, 2025 1h 35m

In this special Mother's Day episode, we honor the incredible strength, love and resilience of mothers raising- or who have raised-children with Edwards Syndrome (Trisomy 18). Join us as we sit down…

Breathing Through the Night: Understanding Sleep Apnea with Dr. Iverson

Apr 23, 2025 54m

In this episode of The Breaking Barriers Podcast, we're joined by ENT specialist Dr. Iverson to dive into a condition that affects millions but is often misunderstood- sleep apena. From the warning…

Hearing Loss Episode 2 with Dr. Iverson about Trisomy 18 and Cochlear Implants with Crystal Simpson sharing Gunnars Journey

Apr 09, 2025 44m

Trisomy 18 and Cochlear Implants with Crystal Simpson sharing Gunnars Journey

Epilepsy Awareness with Jeanna Polacek

Mar 26, 2025 1h 27m

Epilepsy impacts roughly 1/3rd of people with Edwards Syndrome. Some have controlled seizures and others do not.   We are excited to share with you the epilepsy journey of one of The ESA founding…

Hearing Loss Series-Episode (Mom Talk)

Mar 19, 2025 35m

Our Second episode of our Hearing Loss series. In this episode us three moms within the ESA Board will be discussing our very own hearing loss journey with our children.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Breaking Barriers Podcast have?

The Breaking Barriers Podcast has published 22 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Business, Health & Fitness.

Is The Breaking Barriers Podcast still active?

The Breaking Barriers Podcast is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 56m.

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