Let's Plant Houses

Let's Plant Houses


Latest Episodes

LPHS02E08: Jess Ronne on caregiving with grit, grace, and community
January 14, 2025

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
January 10, 2025

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
December 10, 2024

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
November 26, 2024

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
November 12, 2024

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
October 29, 2024

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
October 15, 2024

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

LPHS02E01: Kim, a mother navigating her son’s mysterious health journey with love and strength
October 01, 2024

In this episode of Let's Plant Houses, Kim Cascardo opens up about her son Enzo's journey through significant medical challenges since infancy. Although Enzo remains without a formal diagnosis, his sy

LPHS01E15: David with Jack is Building a Better World for Down Syndrome and Beyond
July 18, 2024

David Buckley joined us to talk about his son Jack's diagnosis of Down syndrome and the whole new world it opened up for their entire family. Not only are they creating a better life for Jack, but als

LPHS01E14: Joel and Debbie, creators of the Dani Plan, are simplifying caregiving and future planning
June 12, 2024

Joel and Debbie are the visionary creators of the Dani Plan, an innovative tool inspired by their eldest daughter, Dani, who has autism. The Dani Plan serves as a secure, centralized hub that organize