We're Deonna and Rhandyl and this is Raising Disabled where we openly talk about parenting our disabled kids and the challenges and triumphs that we've experienced along the way. If you are a parent of a disabled child or have wondered what it's actually like and want to make sure EVERYBODY BELONGS, you're in the right place. Please subscribe to Raising Disabled to have some fun with us as we discuss the extreme highs and lows that we and our guests have experienced firsthand living this dif ...
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Creative Speech Therapy Methods with The Singing SLP
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Text Us! In this episode, we learn about speech therapy methods with speech-language pathologist Kevin Simmons, the Singing SLP. Specializing in working with children with disabilities, Kevin shares his unique approach that combines play-based therapy, music therapy, and interactive techniques to help children have a great speech therapy experience…
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Text Us! In this episode we talk to Ruby about her daughter Lexi who has Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC), a rare condition affecting joint movement. We talk about: the early days of the diagnosis and navigating early interventions, what her physical therapy and multiple surgeries have been like, her teaching her daughter how to advocate fo…
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Dumb Things People Say - When Are They Going to Get Better
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Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talk about one of the most frustrating questions parents of disabled children hear: "When will they be better?" We discuss: why this question is harmful, how it reflects some of our society's misconceptions about disability, and the emotional toll it takes on families. We hope to redefine what it mea…
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Disabled People
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Text Us! In this episode we tell parents of typical children: Why they should be having an intentional, continuous conversation with their kids about people with disabilities, What they should teach their children to do and say (and what not to do as well), and we shared opinions from our listeners and fellow caregivers about what they wish you wer…
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Back to School Feelings from our Listeners
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Text Us! In this episode we share our feelings and the feelings of some of our listeners about their kids going back to school. We talk about the perspectives of families: going to public school, using home services, and those who choose to home school. Special thank you to the following for being willing to share their feelings on Back to School: …
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Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we talk to Jessica Patay about: raising her son Ryan, her book and podcast We Are Brave Together, and her caregiver retreats. Learn more about Jessica and her projects at https://www.wearebravetogether.org/book Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episode…
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Text Us! In this episode we talk to Lindsay Sherbondy about: her daughter Eva's life altering accident, what life has been like for their family following this accident, how God has used this pain for good, and her art and how trauma affected it. If you would like to learn more about Lindsay's art, visit her store Lindsay Letters HERE>> Please subs…
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Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we asked our Instagram and Facebook friends what "disability pride" means to them as the parents of disabled kids. Disability accounts we recommend: Accessible Adventures @accessible.adventures Joy Davis @everydaywithjoy The Autism Dad @theautismdad Callie Colwick @calliecolwick Megan DeJarnett @megandej…
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Effie Raising Ford + Once Upon a Gene Podcast
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Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we talk to Effie Parks about: raising her son Ford, her podcast Once Upon a Gene, and her mission to help families with genetic disorders. You can follow Effie on Instagram at @onceuponagene.podcast Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to par…
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Katrina Raising Dallas - The Recess Project
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Text Us! In this episode we: talk to Katrina about raising her daughter Dallas, acceptance of your child's disability, and her non-profit The Recess Project. Follow them on Instagram @therecessprojectofficial and @discover_with_dallas Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate …
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Ryan Raising Reynolds + My Mejo App
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Text Us! In this episode we talk to Ryan about: raising his son Reynolds, his experience being a stay at home dad, and My Mejo, an app that keeps families of disabled kids organized and sane. Follow Ryan on Instagram @dadhappend and follow his app @my_mejo Go download his app here! You will LOVE it! Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us o…
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Text Us! In this episode, we talk to Kami and Tanner about raising their daughter Callie. This episode is sponsored by Zing Standers. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast…
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One Year Anniversary of Raising Disabled
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Text Us! In this episode, we look back at our favorite moments from the first year of Raising Disabled. Thank you so much to every single person who has listened! Glass Ouse device mentioned in the show linked here. This episode is sponsored by Zing Standers. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming epi…
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Anger Management Strategies with Deanna Dawson
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Text Us! In this episode we talk with Licensed Counselor Deanna Dawson of Springs Therapy about: what anger actually is, how to identify it and recognize triggers, and TONS of useful tips when your disabled child or you as the parent get angry. This episode is sponsored by Zing Standers. At our house, my daughter is in her Zing Stander all the time…
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Dumb Things People Say - God Gives Special Kids to Special People
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Text Us! In this episode we are talking about the common phrase "God Gives Special Kids to Special People" and are discussing how parents of disabled kids feel when people say this to them and what you could say instead. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcas…
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Text Us! On this episode we talk with Licensed Therapist and Disability Parent/Advocate Amanda Griffith Atkins and she answers these questions from our listeners: Why do we as parents feel guilty when we take time for ourselves/self-care? What can we do if we feel guilty about our child’s injury or diagnosis? What do you say to people who have guil…
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Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talked to Stephanie Dotson about her experience growing up with her disabled sibling, Abby. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast…
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Accessible Adventures with Kristy Cook
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Text Us! In this episode, we talk to Kristy Cook of Accessible Adventures about: raising her disabled son Robbie how they travel in their RV all of their favorite National/State Parks and her amazing tips for travel Follow her family's adventures at @accessible.adventures Click here to see Kristy's $7 Track Chair Map Brands mentioned during the sho…
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Text Us! In this episode we share some of our scariest vacation stories and how we learned from them. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast…
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Text Us! In this episode we talk to Deanna Dawson about: raising her adopted daughter Joy who has Shaken Baby Syndrome, her family fostering many kids, some with disabilities, her church program for kids with disabilities, her job as a counselor at The Springs Therapy. This episode was sponsored by The Springs Therapy. Deonna's kids have been couns…
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Text Us! In this episode Deonna and Rhandyl talk about what they did over their Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday break. Feeding robot mentioned in the show: Obi Robot Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Ra…
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Text Us! In this episode, we are sharing A LOT of gift ideas for disabled kids. These ideas are from us, our kids, our Raising Disabled Parent Group (ask us how you can join and help with future episodes) and our listeners. We talked about so many great ideas for kids with so many different disabilities but here are some of the specific ones that w…
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Text Us! In this episode we're talking with Brooke about her journey Raising Disabled with her son, Corben. Corben has Down Syndrome and Autism. Brooke walks us through when they found out about his disability, what is like being a parent to a disabled child, tells us about his recent scary hospital stay and new diagnosis, how they navigate life no…
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Text Us! In this episode, Rhandyl shares about the daily routine of her daughter Remi, who has Severe Tracheobronchomalacia or TBM. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast…
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Spinal Cord Injury - Allie's Daily Routine
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Text Us! In this episode, Deonna shares about the daily routine of her daughter Allie, who has a C1 level spinal cord injury. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast…
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Dumb Things People Say Part 2: You Are So Strong
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Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we asked LOTS of disabled parents how they feel about people telling them "You Are So Strong". Scriptures about strength referenced in the show: Psalm 46:1 - God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Pleas…
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Text Us! In this episode Deonna and Rhandyl are sharing stories about what devastating storms and stolen cars have taught them about parenthood. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to participate in this podcast. Instagram - @raisingdisabledpodcast Facebook - Raising Disabled Podcast…
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Supporting the Siblings of Disabled Children with Katie Taylor of Child Life On Call
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Text Us! In this episode we are talking to Katie from Child Life On Call. Katie is the CEO and Founder of Child Life On Call, an app, podcast, and website dedicated to closing the resource gap through the intersection of child life services and technology. We discuss: how to support the siblings of disabled children, what a child life specialist is…
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Text Us! In this episode we're talking with Danielle Rose about her journey Raising Disabled with her son, Barron. Barron was born in 2022 and has microcephaly and lissencephaly. Danielle walks us through when they found out about his disability, how her faith has grown since becoming a parent of a disabled child, how they navigate life now, and so…
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How to Prepare for an ARD Meeting with Diagnostician Chelsey Robertson
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Text Us! In Episode 9 of Raising Disabled, we talk to Diagnostician Chelsey Robertson about: How to prepare for an ARD Meeting concerning your disabled child in the public school setting, What an IEP is and how to get what your child needs to succeed, and how to make to most of your ARD meeting. To learn more about IDEA, as mentioned in the podcast…
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Dumb Things People Say Part 1 - Everything Happens for a Reason
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Text Us! This is Part 1 of a new series - Dumb Things People Say. We will periodically launch parts to this series throughout our episodes. This is to bring awareness to how triggering words can be to people in certain circumstances. You've heard it before or maybe you've said it before - Everything Happens for a Reason! On this episode, we dive in…
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Text Us! In this episode, we are talking about moments in our “Raising Disabled” journey when he felt like God made something huge happened that may have seemed bad at the time, but altered the future of our daughter’s lives for the good. Please subscribe, leave a review, and follow us on social media to know about upcoming episodes and to particip…
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Text Us! This episode we're talking with Amber Teal about her journey Raising Disabled with her son, Henry. Henry has Duane-radial ray syndrome. Amber walks us through when they found out about his disability, the many surgeries he's had and plans to have, how they navigate life now, and so much more. Amber's light shines bright and we can tell Hen…
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Summer Ideas for Children with Disabilities
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Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we are discussing how to navigate summertime with a disabled child. Summer is challenging for families with disabled children, and we talk through triggers, tips, trips, and making the best of this time of year. We also encourage all caregivers, for their mental health, whether Raising Disabled or not, t…
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Parenting Birth Disabilities vs. Acquired Disabilities
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Text Us! In this episode of Raising Disabled we are talking about the differences between parenting a child that was disabled from birth vs. a child with an acquired disability. With Rhandyl's experience with a birth disability and Deonna's experience with her daughter becoming paralyzed at age 4, we share our insights on the initial shock of findi…
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Text Us! In this episode were going to talk about Deonna's story of when she started "Raising Disabled" when her daughter Allie was paralyzed at the age of 4. Deonna is going to share: What happened that caused the paralysis What life has been like since they've been home What have been the greatest challenges so far What have been blessings in the…
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Text Us! In this episode we (Deonna and Rhandyl) introduce ourselves and talk about why we started "Raising Disabled." We talk about who we are making Raising Disabled for: Parents of disabled children People that want to advocate for the disabled community In the next episode, we are going to be hearing Rhandyl's story about when she began her jou…
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Text Us! In this episode were going to talk about Rhandyl's story of when she started "Raising Disabled" when her daughter Remi was born premature. Rhandyl is going to share: What happened at birth Long hospitalization experience Transitioning home with medically fragile baby Her daughters diagnoses Their new normal What have been the greatest chal…
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Text Us! Hey y'all! We're Deonna and Rhandyl and this is Raising Disabled where we openly talk about parenting our disabled kids and the challenges and triumphs that we've experienced along the way. If you are a parent of a disabled child or have wondered what it's actually like and want to make sure EVERYBODY BELONGS, you're in the right place. Pl…
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