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LPHS02E11: Julie Bullock is finding the joy of profound autism
How do you find joy while raising a child with profound autism? In this episode, Julie Bullock, a mother of three, opens up about her family's journey with her son, who has profound or severe autism.
LPHS02E10: Julia Dapkus advocates for AAC, inclusion, and communication for all
On this episode, I talk with Julia Dapkus, a dedicated mother and advocate, about her family's journey with her daughter, Isabelle, who has autism. Julia shares the challenges of navigating early deve
LPHS02E09: Todd Turner, founder of Team GUTS, talks family, fitness and community
In this episode, I sit down with Todd Turner, the inspiring founder of Team GUTSa nonprofit transforming lives through fitness and sports programs for individuals with special needs. Todd opens up ab
LPHS02E08: Jess Ronne on caregiving with grit, grace, and community
What would you do if you faced profound loss while raising a child with special needscould you find grit and grace to move forward? - In this episode, I sit down with Jess Ronnean author, podcaster,
LPHS02E07: Sarah Raphael’s ‘neurospicy’ parenting, Extra Lucky Moms, and more
On this episode, I chat with Sarah Raphael, a mom of two young children, who shares her familys journey navigating parenting 'neurospicy' kids, her advocacy in schools, her focus on self-care and men
LPHS02E06: A Lifelong Commitment to Guardianship and Advocacy with Lee Ackerman
In this episode, Lee Ackerman shares his honest experience as the sibling of his sister Gretchen, who has developmental disabilities. He reflects on growing up together and his role now as her lifelon
LPHS02E05: Standing Up For Family, Lauren Shares Her Story
In this episode, Lauren Christilaw shares her experience as a mother to her young son, Henry, who has autism. She reflects on the unique challenges of welcoming a new baby during the pandemic while un
LPHS02E04: Theresa Reflects on the Power of Family, Community, and Down Syndrome
In this heartwarming episode of Let's Plant Houses, Theresa Gutierrez shares the beautiful story of growing up with her brother, Peter, who has Down syndrome. With a perfect mix of humor and love, The
LPHS02E03: Christa Andrews Makes Dream Family Vacations a Reality – Special Needs Included
Disney vacations have become a childhood rite of passage, but for families with children who have special needs, it can feel out of reach. Enter Christa Andrews from Practically Perfect Vacations, a C
LPHS02E02: No One Left Behind: Mireya Turns Love into Purpose for Young Adults with Special Needs
On this episode of Let's Plant Houses, I sit down with Mireya Martinez, a single mother who has navigated lifes challenges with grace, all while raising her two childrenone of whom, Bianca, has auti