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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
40 episodes
40 Dance Parties & Letting Go: An Anxious Mom's Guide to Surviving Special Needs Parenting
Are you lying awake at night wondering if you're doing enough for your kids? Do you feel like you're constantly comparing your child's development to others? What if peace isn't found in perfection, but in presence?In this episode...
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Episode 40
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24:53
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39 Gratitude When Motherhood Feels Impossible: Why Obedience Matters More Than Outcomes
Are you grateful—or just exhausted? Can you find thankfulness when motherhood feels impossible? What would change if you gave yourself permission to celebrate small obedience instead of demanding perfect...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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8:04
38 Surviving the Holidays with a Neurodivergent Child: A Plan For Peace and Connection
Why are we always surprised when the holidays arrive—and when our kids (and us!) aren't at our best?How can you protect your child's nervous system when literally everything about their routine is changing?...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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19:24
37 God First, Spouse Second, Then Kids: The Biblical Order of Personal Rhythms (with Spark Coach Aubree Felderhoff)
Do you know taking care of yourself is important but find yourself the first one to neglect it?What if you could create personal rhythms that align with your God-given mission instead of just adding more to your to-do list?...
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34:09
36 Why Rigid Schedules Are Failing Your Special Needs Family (The Simple Rhythm Strategy for ADHD, Autism, and Exhausted Moms)
Are you exhausted from trying to keep up with rigid schedules that fall apart the moment life doesn't cooperate?What if your ADHD or autistic child could have the predictability they need WITHOUT the stress of time-blocked sche...
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24:43
35 Stop White-Knuckling Motherhood: The Exhausted Special Needs Mom's Plan for Hard Days (Without Adding Another Thing to Your List)
Have you ever had a day where you're just barely getting by - trying not to fall apart while every little thing your kids say feels like nails on a chalkboard?What if you could have a simple plan for those hard days that's easy...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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16:31
34 Why You Need a Mission Statement: Moving from Exhausted to Empowered in Motherhood
Are you constantly overwhelmed by decisions and drowning in the chaos of special needs motherhood? What if one simple tool could help you find clarity and purpose on even your hardest days? Could having a mission statement be the anchor you've ...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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14:50
33 God Cares About Your Nutrition: Why Energy Starts with Faith-Filled Self-Care
Are you running on empty, trying to care for everyone else while your own tank is bone dry? Do you feel like you know what Scripture says but can't seem to make it move from your head to your heart?
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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34:01
32 How to Talk to your Child When You Experience Unexpected Loss: How to Heal, Fight Back, and Speak Life in the Wake of the Charlie Kirk Assassination
Are you struggling to understand why you're grieving so deeply for someone you've never met personally?Do you feel angry that you have to explain violence and tragedy to your children when they should be innocent?Are you ...
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Season 1
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17:00
31 Stop Accepting 'Perpetual Elementary School' - How This Mom Cracked the Code for Severe Learning Struggles
Are you exhausted from feeling like your special needs child is stuck in perpetual elementary school because they don't read, write, speak, or do math? Do you wonder if God has abandoned you when your child faces constant rejec...
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41:06
30 Why Your Child's ADHD or Behavioral Symptoms Might Actually Be Unintegrated Reflexes (And What Exhausted Christian Moms Can Do)
Are you exhausted from watching your child struggle in the classroom while feeling like you're missing something important? Do you suspect your child needs support but don't know where to start or feel overwhelmed by the o...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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29:17
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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Season 1
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Episode 29
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17:51
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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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11:59
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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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Episode 16
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30:24