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Speaking Life Into Motherhood ~ Routines, Time Management, Holistic Health, Self Care, Autism, ADHD, Neurodiversity, Special Needs, Disabilities
Are you exhausted from just barely getting by instead of thriving as a mom?
Do you feel overwhelmed by your child's medical needs while struggling with basic self-care and wondering if their behaviors are signs of autism, ADHD, or something else that needs intervention?
Welcome to Speaking Life Into Motherhood. I'm Elyse - a Christian mom, speech-language pathologist, and wellness coach who understands the decision paralysis that comes with knowing what your neurodivergent kids need but lacking the energy or resources to implement it. I see moms every day who are drowning in overwhelm, navigating IEPs and therapies while accepting the status quo when there are better options available.
Through candid conversations with other moms and professionals, we explore holistic, faith-based strategies that challenge conventional approaches. Whether your child is in traditional school or you're homeschooling, you'll discover natural alternatives to traditional interventions, reliable systems that simplify your daily life, and practical tools to help you become your child's best advocate - all while finding the energy to feel human again.
If you're ready to move from survival mode to thriving with renewed energy, clarity about your children's needs, and confidence in your parenting journey, this podcast is for you!
You don't have to just survive mama - you can thrive!
Ready for personalized support? Contact me about coaching to discover your next steps toward thriving in your special needs motherhood journey.
Episodes
29 episodes
29 Does My Child Have Special Needs? How to Navigate Diagnoses, Disabilities, and Discouragement as a Concerned Christian Mom
Is that nagging feeling in your heart telling you something about your child's development? In this first episode of our Back to School series, we're diving deep into the question every concerned parent faces: "Does my child have special needs?...
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Episode 29
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28 Biblical vs. Modern Medicine: The Exhausted Mom's Guide to Holistic Health Without Compromising Faith with the Christian Nutritionist Chelsea Blackbird
Are you exhausted from hitting dead ends with doctors who never ask about your diet, leaving you feeling like poor health is just "normal"?Do you struggle to show up as your best self for your family because you're constantly tire...
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Episode 28
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32:27
27 Lost Your Identity in Special Needs Motherhood? How to Find Your Spark Again with Aubree Felderhoff of Mom Intentional
Do you feel so buried under the responsibilities of motherhood that you've lost touch with who you are?Are you constantly dropping the ball and feeling like you can't keep up, no matter how hard you try?Episode Overview...
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Episode 27
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30:20
26 Overwhelmed & Over Stimulated By Summer Meltdowns? This Hack Can Save your Summer Routine As A Special Needs Family
Does the lack of summer structure leave you feeling overwhelmed and your child struggling with transitions?Are you tired of repeating the same directions over and over while your child seems to tune you out?Summer can feel chaotic...
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Episode 26
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16:04
25 Stuttering in Children: Why You Shouldn't Wait and See (Christian Mom's Guide)
Are you wondering if your child's speech disfluencies are normal or something to be concerned about?Do you feel like your doctor keeps telling you to "wait and see" while your mama heart is telling you to seek help now?...
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Episode 25
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33:34
24 Against All Odds: How One Micro Preemie Survivor Found Her God-Given Purpose
Are you sitting in the NICU wondering if your micro preemie will not just survive, but actually thrive and live independently?Do you have an older child with special needs struggling to find their purpose?Have medical pro...
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Episode 24
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18:46
23 Summer Burnout Is Killing Your Energy: 5 Strategies Exhausted Special Needs Moms Need Now
Does summer feel overwhelming when the structure of school disappears and you're suddenly trying to keep everyone happy and regulated for three whole months? Are you struggling to find the balance between maintaining some routine wh...
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Episode 23
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16:42
22 Trauma-Informed Parenting: How to Move from Triggered to Thriving Using Faith-Based Strategies For Special Needs Parents
How do you respond when your child is having a meltdown and you feel yourself getting triggered? Do you find yourself asking "Why?" or do you shift to asking "How do I survive this moment?"When you're in your "shark waters" - those momen...
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Episode 22
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42:44
21 Developmental Milestone Regret: How to Find Peace When You Feel Like You Failed Your Special Needs Child
Have you ever thought "If only I had known sooner" about your child's needs?Do you struggle with guilt over past decisions made before you had all the information?Are you worried that early unaddressed issues like...
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Episode 21
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13:47
20 Stop Losing Your Mind in the Chaos: Energy-Saving Connection Tools for Overwhelmed Christian Special Needs Moms
Are you struggling to connect with your uniquely wired child?Do you feel exhausted trying strategies that don't seem to work?Would you like practical, faith-aligned tools to better understand and advocate...
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Episode 20
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29:53
19 The Mother's Day Depression No One Talks About: Finding Joy When You're Just Surviving
Do you struggle with disappointment when your Mother's Day doesn't match the picture-perfect celebrations on social media?Have you found yourself navigating the gap between your expectations of motherhood and your actual journey p...
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18 The Medication Alternative Your Doctor Won't Tell You About: Amino Acid Therapy for Christian Families to address ADHD, Autism, & Anxiety
Is your brain constantly on fire? Do you feel depleted trying to manage your child's needs while neglecting your own? Are you interested in natural approaches to help both you and your special needs chil...
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Episode 18
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30:36
17 Is Autism Really God's Design? The Faith Crisis Every Christian Special Needs Mom Faces
Are you struggling to find support and resources as a parent of a child with special needs? Do you sometimes feel distant from God, questioning His purpose for your child's challenges? Have you found yourself fo...
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Episode 17
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29:47
16 Jesus as the First Speech Therapist? Finding God's Calling in Speech Therapy Services
Have you ever wondered how God's calling can lead you through unexpected career paths?What happens when your passion, a community need, and God's will perfectly align?How can speech therapy be viewed through a Christian l...
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Episode 16
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30:24
EP 15 Creating 'Perfectly Loved' Spaces: Effective Programs for Teens and Adults with Special Needs
Are you looking for guidance when life takes an unexpected special needs turn?Do you want to explore or create opportunities for adults with special needs in your community?In this heartfelt episode, I speak with Ana Munoz, bestse...
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Episode 15
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14 Is Mom Brain Impacting Your Special Needs Parenting? Holistic Faith-Based Solutions You Need Today
Have you ever blamed "mom brain" for your forgetfulness, only to wonder if there's something more serious happening when you parent a child with special needs?What if the cognitive challenges you're experiencing are actually part of God'...
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16:44
13 Sensory Processing Disorder, Dyslexia, Communication Delays, & Hope: Faith-Based Special Needs Advocacy & Parenting
Have you ever felt alone in your journey parenting a child with special needs?Do you struggle with balancing advocacy for your child while maintaining your faith?What if the challenges your family faces are actually opportunities ...
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Episode 13
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39:44
12 How to Homeschool a Child with Special Needs: Navigating Life Skills & Academics When Thinking, "I Didn't Sign Up For This!"
Are you wondering how to homeschool a child with special needs? Curious about balancing therapy with education? Looking for encouragement in your unexpected parenting journey?In this heartfelt episode of the podcast, host I welcome Sarah...
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Episode 12
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33:28
11 Advocacy Strategies for when Doctors Say “Wait and See”: Standing Firm And Finding Joy As A Christian Special Needs Parent
Has a doctor ever dismissed your concerns about your child with "they'll grow out of it"? Have you ever felt like you're the only one who truly sees your child's struggles? Does it feel like you're alone on this special ...
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Episode 11
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33:46
10 Stop Carrying Birth Guilt: Faith-Based Healing for Moms Who Feel Like They Failed From Day One, How To Heal Birth Trauma
Is your body still carrying the effects of a difficult birth? Could your unexplained fatigue or emotional triggers be connected to unprocessed birth trauma? What if seeing Jesus in your birth story could transform your relationship with trauma?...
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09 Christian Mom's Guide: Using the PACE Method to Find Calm Amidst Chaos and Dysregulation
Catherine Cowell, a spiritual director and life coach specializing in supporting parents of children with additional needs, shares her journey as an adoptive mother to two boys and introduces us to the transformative PACE model of parenting. Sh...
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Episode 9
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28:40
08 Christian Adoption Guide: What No One Tells You About the Process
Military spouse and adoptive mom Becca Pass pulls back the curtain on the realities of modern adoption. From navigating questionable industry practices to experiencing adoption disruptions, Becca shares how God transformed her challenging five-...
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Episode 8
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36:24
07 Ditch Overwhelm- How to Make Special Needs Parenting Decisions Without Fear or Doubt: PEACE Framework
Transform your parenting doubts into peaceful confidence! In this solo episode, we dive into a powerful framework for handling doubt and fear when making decisions about your child's care. Learn how to move from uncertainty to confidence using ...
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Episode 7
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27:03
06 Managing Stress and Finding Peace During the IEP and Special Education Process: Tips for Christian Parents
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Davina McLean-Randall, founder of A Caring Voice for You, to discuss navigating the special education system while maintaining faith and emotional wellness. Drawing from her unique perspe...
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Episode 6
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30:04
05 WELL Framework: Self-Care Strategies for Special Needs, Foster, & Adoptive Moms I Christian Parenting Tips
In this episode, we sit down with Nicole Barlow, a parent trainer and wellness coach who specializes in supporting foster and adoptive parents. Nicole shares her personal journey through foster care and adoption, and introduces us to the WELL f...
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Episode 5
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