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The Long Road

Lisa McKelvey
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
Brisbane
PPP2R1A Neurodeficiency Disorder
Sasha Stanton
Autism
Brain Injury
Cerebral Palsy
NDIS
Dravet Syndrome
One In 25
Language Deprivation
Armindale
Broome
Toowoomba
Cooey
Gold Coast, Australia
Bring It For Beau
Genetic Mutation
Auslan
Bilingual Development

Sharing stories of parents who have a young person who has experienced a life changing trauma in Australia. Hosted by Lisa McKelvey.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes25Founded2 years ago
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In this episode of The Long Road Podcast, Lisa sits down with Heidi McIntosh to share the story of her son, Benaiah Roi, and the profound impact of neonatal loss on her family.

After a healthy pregnancy, Heidi and her husband Caleb received unexpect... more

In this episode, I’m joined by Zoe Chung, a mum to her daughter Sophia, who was diagnosed with Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome (CMS) after a complex start to life.

Zoe shares her experience navigating the NICU, receiving a rare diagnosis, and adjusti... more

Clare shares her journey raising her 5-year-old son Frank, who is deaf, and what it has looked like navigating diagnosis, early intervention, and raising him bilingually using Auslan and spoken English.

We talk about advocacy, language access, and t... more

Courtney shares her journey raising her 3-year-old son Larry, who lives with cerebral palsy and complex medical needs.

We talk about advocacy, trusting your instincts, and embracing that every child develops in their own time.

Larry also has a rare... more

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Recent Guests

Zoe Chung
Mom to Sophia with CMS; cancer survivor and advocate
Private individual
Episode: 22. Zoe Chung: Raising a Baby with CMS While Facing Breast Cancer
Clare Best
Mum, teacher of the deaf and advocate
Raising Bilinguals/The Pod Place
Episode: 21. Clare Best: Raising Deaf Children Bilingually
Courtney Hibbard
Mother of a child with cerebral palsy and complex medical needs
Episode: 20. Courtney Hibbard: Trusting Your Instincts in a Cerebral Palsy Journey
Makayla Jensen
Sister of Beau and founder of Bring It For Beau
Bring It For Beau
Episode: 19. Makayla Jensen: The Sibling Perspective After Brain Injury
Mel Garcia
Mother of two, epilepsy advocate, founder of One in 25
One in 25
Episode: 18. Mel Garcia - Living one day at a time with Epilepsy
Sam Carroll
Cancer survivor who spoke at Tour de Cure fundraiser
Tour de Cure (ambassador)
Episode: 17. Silver Linings: Sam Carroll on Life Beyond Childhood Cancer
Julie Cross
Mother, widow, hairdresser, keynote speaker, author
Independent (author/speaker)
Episode: 16. Sparkle in the Storm: Julie Cross’s Story of Living and Loving with Autism
Sasha Stanton
Mother of three who experienced her son Logan's life-changing farm accident and became a trauma-focused creator and advocate.
Cooey (podcast)
Episode: 15. Grit and Grace on the Land: Sasha Stanton’s Journey After Her Son’s Farm Accident
Molly Bell
Mum, pharmacist, and businesswoman managing Alfie's rare genetic condition
Owner of a Toowoomba pharmacy; Pharmacist of the Year award recipient
Episode: 14. When the Road is Rare: Molly Bell on Parenting Through Uncertainty

Host

Lisa McKelvey
Host of The Long Road

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Inspirational podcast

    Amazing, inspirational stories. Well done on such a great podcast that’s full of hope and empathy 💙

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jarth49
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Great podcast!! Inspirational stories!! Well done Lisa

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cambo2830
    Australia2 years ago

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Guests are described as authentic and informative, offering practical takeaways for families.
Listeners praise the show's hopeful, compassionate tone and real-life resilience stories.
The host is viewed as empathetic and trust-building, with a strong sense of community.

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Talking Points

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22. Zoe Chung: Raising a Baby with CMS While Facing Breast Cancer
Q: What was the plan with your treatment after the surgery?
The plan involved approaching the cancer as stage one with surgery first, followed by chemotherapy and radiation, with coordination to see an oncologist after surgery; the goal was to remove the tumor and then treat any potential spread.
16. Sparkle in the Storm: Julie Cross’s Story of Living and Loving with Autism
Q: How did you cope when Thomas was diagnosed with autism and your husband had a stroke?
It was overwhelming at first, but I leaned on discipline, community, and small daily routines to rebuild stability, while staying present for my sons and keeping a sense of humor.
16. Sparkle in the Storm: Julie Cross’s Story of Living and Loving with Autism
Q: Can you share where you're from and what your life looked like before your sons were small?
I grew up moving a lot in regional Australia, which taught me resilience and a willingness to adapt, values I carried into parenting and later, public speaking and writing.
18. Mel Garcia - Living one day at a time with Epilepsy
Q: What advice would you give to someone who wants to advocate or start a support group?
Start with clear goals (financial support, counseling, advocacy), build a network of organizations and families, keep information accessible, and use storytelling to raise awareness and funds while ensuring the community remains inclusive and supportive.
18. Mel Garcia - Living one day at a time with Epilepsy
Q: What practical tools have helped you manage daily life with Dravet syndrome?
Using calendar and baby-tracker apps to schedule medications and log seizures, keeping rescue meds readily available, and maintaining open, age-appropriate conversations with Sophie and Bronte about epilepsy.

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This show centers on parents navigating life after their child experiences a life-changing trauma in Australia, often involving long hospital journeys, complex care needs, and advocacy. Episodes frequently feature intimate family stories, practical caregiving strategies, and community resources, with a strong emphasis on resilience, caregiver burnout, and navigating healthcare and education systems. A standout trait across episodes is a focus on honest, actionable storytelling from families, with guests who turn hardship into advocacy and support for others. Potential listeners will find relatable journeys, concrete tips, and a compassionate, hopeful tone that helps families feel less isolated while seeking guidance and community.

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1. Zoe Chung
2. Clare Best
3. Courtney Hibbard
4. Makayla Jensen
5. Mel Garcia
6. Sam Carroll
7. Julie Cross
8. Sasha Stanton

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