The Special Needs Parent Podcast
Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon, Ph.D.
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S5E15 S5E15: The Challenges of a Non-Speaker – David Kaufer
In this conversation, David Kaufer shares his journey as aspecial needs parent, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of raising his son, Stone, who was a non-speaking autistic teen when David got…
S5E14 S5E14: Receiving The Empathy You Need – Samantha Wittenberg
In this episode, Samantha Wittenberg discusses the vital role of empathy in the lives of special needs parents. She shares her personal journey, the challenges faced, and the importance of emotional…
S5E13 S5E13: Coping with Parenting Stress – Laurie White
In this conversation, Laurie White shares her journey as aspecial needs parent and coach, discussing the emotional challenges, the importance of community support, and the tools she has developed for…
S5E12 S5E12: Helping a Nonverbal Autistic Boy to Learn and Speak - Inga Ogas
In this episode, Inga Ogas shares her journey as a special needs parent, focusing on her experiences with her autistic son and the decision to homeschool him.She discusses the challenges and triumphs…
S5E11 S5E11: Embrace the Journey – Beth Silver Pilchik
In this episode, Beth Silver Pilchik talks about the multifaceted journey of special needs parenting, emphasizing the intersection of neurodiversity and entrepreneurship. Together with the host, she…
S5E10 S5E10: Health, Healing and Hope for Medical Moms – Kay Crystal Griffith
In this episode, Crystal Griffith shares her journey as a medical mom warrior, discussing the complexities of caring for children with medical needs. She emphasizes the importance of self-care for…
S5E9 S5E9: Your Child's Forever Home - Valerie Arbeau
In this conversation, Valerie Arbeau discusses the journeyof creating a forever home for her special needs child as she transitioned into adulthood. She shares her personal experiences as a parent of…
S5E8 S5E8: The Superpower Secret - Karaleigh Garrison
In this podcast episode, Karaleigh Garrison shares her journey as a special needs parent, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance, finding one's superpower, and the transformative power of…
S5E7 S5E7: A Dad's Grief - Jason Tuttle
This episode delves into the profound experiences of grief faced by parents of special needs children, particularly focusing on the journey of a father who lost his son. It explores the complexities…
S5E6 S5E6: Making Brain Connections With NeuroMovement - Phoebe MacRae
This episode explores the challenges parents face in supporting their children's development, particularly those with special needs.Phoebe discusses the concept of neuro movement, a practice that…
S5E5 S5E5: Is Homeschooling Right for You and Your Child? - Kristina Heagh-Avritt
Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon speaks with Kristina Heagh-Avritt, an experienced educator and homeschool coach, about the intricacies of homeschooling, particularly for families with special needs…
S5E4 S5E4: How Validating Your Child Aids Their Progress - Jennifer Briggs
The daily thoughts of every special needs parent likely focus to a large degree on how to best support their special needs child to connect, communicate, and learn as well as possible. Regardless of…
S5E3 S5E3: Beth Iaciofano - How Intuition Supports Parenting and Career
In this conversation, Beth shares her journey as a parent of a special needs daughter, Hannah, who is nonverbal and has various disabilities. She discusses the challenges and dynamics of family life,…
S5E2 S5E2: Danielle Ross - Challenges and Faith
This episode features a conversation with Danielle, a single parent of a child with special needs. They explore the unique challenges faced by single parents in the special needs community, including…
S5E1 S5E1: The Emotional Journey of Special Needs Parenting - Amanda Sullivan
In this heartfelt conversation, Amanda Sullivan shares her journey as a mother of a special needs child, discussing the challenges and triumphs of parenting, the importance of writing for healing,…
S4E14 S4E14: Finding Your Way - Laura Escayg
This episode’s conversation with guest, Laura Escayg, focuses on what special needs parents may be challenged by and how they can feel more supported and cope better with the heaviness they may be…
S4E13 S4E13: Freedom from Eating Disorders - Sammie Lee
(* See Content Warning at end)Stress has a profound impact on eating disorders, including in the context of special needs parenting. Stressors may come from others' heavy expectations, our own…
S4E12 S4E12: Finding Calm, Being Well - Mary Bostwick
In this interview, Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon speaks with Mary Bostwick, a wellness entrepreneur and special needs parent to a 13-year old daughter. She shares about the importance of a solution…
S4E11 S4E11: Supporting Children with Learning Disabilities - Michelle Steiner
In this episode, Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon speaks with Michelle Steiner, who shares her personal journey of living with learning disabilities from childhood to adulthood. Michelle discusses the…
S4E10 S4E10: In the Dark Without a Diagnosis - Lena Suarez-Angelino
In this conversation, Dr. Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon and Lena Suarez-Angelino explore the challenges and emotional toll of being a special needs parent. They discuss the journey of seeking a diagnosis…
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