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The Special Needs Mom Podcast

Kara Ryska
Parenting
Self-Care
Mental Health
Anxiety
Community Support
Special Needs Parenting
Loneliness
Grief
Coaching
Special Needs
Divorce
Special Needs Motherhood
Motherhood
Gardening
Cute Syndrome Foundation
Single Mothers
SCN8A
Special Needs Children
Rare Genetic Conditions
Patient Advocacy

Think of this podcast as your very own special needs mom support group--except it's helpful and fun! You will leave with the hope that you can have a super happy life even when your life includes parenting a medically complex child or a child with something like autism and ADHD.

You likely didn't ask to be the parent of a disabled child or to live portions of your life in the hospital NICU or PICU... more

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Carrie Holt
Speaker, author, and podcaster with nearly two decades of experience raising a child with complex medical needs.
Host of This Unexpected Life
Episode: Why Fixing Feels So Heavy (and Acceptance Feels So Light) with Carrie Holt
Cynthia Schultz
Author and advocate for individuals with disabilities, mother of four including a child with developmental disabilities
Author of 'Shine On, Raising Our Children with Disabilities to Lead Bright, Happy Lives'
Episode: Balancing Identities: Mother, Professional, Advocate, Woman with Cynthia Schulz
Sara Davis
A wife, mom of two, and homeschooling parent from South Carolina, Sara contributes to the book 'The Courage to Raise', sharing her journey of grief and hope as a special needs mom.
Episode: Things Will Get Better with Sara Davis
Nikki McIntosh
Founder of Rare Mamas, a resource and community dedicated to empowering mothers of children with rare diseases.
Episode: When Motherhood Awakens the Fighter in You with Nikki McIntosh
Catherine Marston
Author, health coach and blogger who specializes in helping women with special needs children
Episode: What Happens When You Stop Looking for a Way Out with Catherine Marston
Kelly Dixon
A successful landscape designer and general contractor with experience in estate management.
Episode: From Luxury Estates to Special Needs Homes with Kelly Dixon
Brooke Turbyfill
Owner of Turbo Words Editing and contributing writer for The Courage to Raise.
Turbo Words Editing
Episode: Sleep Masks, Seizures & Shifting Seasons with Brooke Turbyfill
Julie Hornok
Co-founder of Labeled and Loved, award-winning author of United in Autism
Labeled and Loved
Episode: Carriers of Hope: A Conversation with Founders of Labeled and Loved Julie Hornok and Dr. Regina Crone
Dr. Regina Crone
Co-founder of Labeled and Loved, owner of Therapy & Beyond
Therapy & Beyond
Episode: Carriers of Hope: A Conversation with Founders of Labeled and Loved Julie Hornok and Dr. Regina Crone

Host

Kara Ryska
Life coach, wife, and mom to four children, including a child with special needs, who shares her journey and insights to support fellow special needs moms.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Interesting and worthwhile podcast

    Host Kara Ryska depicts well the day to day experiences of parents of children with special needs. Well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmardent
    United States3 months ago
  • Together is the only way!

    I came across Kara’s podcast when I was in the initial stages of my daughter’s diagnosis a few years back and was brought to tears just listening to the intro. This is a woman who truly gets it and offers powerful insight that makes you feel seen and heard as a special needs Mama. If you feel stuck, unable to move forward and need a little inspiration, this podcast is for you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaxnboots22
    United States7 months ago
  • Kara has given me the keys to be a better mom in this complex and often discouraging world of special needs. She shares from the heart and also with deep wisdom!

    Audible
    5
    Anika Atkins
    United Statesa year ago
  • Kara’s real life experience with continued Mindset towards wisdom and self growth! Best online resource out there!

    Kara has given me the keys to be a better mom in this complex and often discouraging world of special needs. She shares from the heart and also with deep wisdom!

    Audible
    5
    Anika Atkins
    United Statesa year ago
  • Truly Impactful

    I’m somewhat new to the podcast world and foolishly believed a podcast had to have an insane amount of reviews in order to be deemed “good”. This podcast had me crying, smiling, and honestly took my breath away at times because the words shared were so immensely felt. As a special needs mom, I drown in worry and feelings of guilt that I’m not enough for my child. Instead of relaxing and trying to take care of myself, I’m overwhelmed with feelings of guilt and a continued quest to give my daughte... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    H Bourgeois
    United Statesa year ago

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Many reviews highlight how relatable and uplifting the content is, making it feel like chatting with a friend over coffee.
Listeners value the supportive and understanding atmosphere created by the host, feeling a strong sense of community and connection.
The practical advice shared is seen as empowering and helpful for navigating daily challenges as a special needs parent.
Listeners express gratitude for the emotional support and insight gained from personal experiences shared during episodes.

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Why Fixing Feels So Heavy (and Acceptance Feels So Light) with Carrie Holt
Q: What does acceptance mean to you in the context of raising children with special needs?
Acceptance means recognizing the truth of our situation while also affirming that it's okay to feel grief or sadness about it.
Why Fixing Feels So Heavy (and Acceptance Feels So Light) with Carrie Holt
Q: What do you experience in this fixing energy when you think about it?
There's a tension of wanting to control and fix due to fear and insecurities, and it often leads to guilt when things are not perfect.
Balancing Identities: Mother, Professional, Advocate, Woman with Cynthia Schulz
Q: How did you cope with being the front runner and the advocate that's literally pioneering this?
Cynthia coped with being an advocate by getting energized from challenges and refusing to accept 'no' as an answer, which drove her persistence in finding solutions for her daughter.
Balancing Identities: Mother, Professional, Advocate, Woman with Cynthia Schulz
Q: What was that impact for you like?
Cynthia discusses having multiple identities as a parent, professional, and woman, highlighting that she needed to balance her role as a special needs mom with her other identities to prevent being consumed by the role.
Faith, Trauma & Transformation with Katelyn Johnson
Q: What would you say to those who think God doesn't give you more than you can handle?
Katelyn jokes about wanting to throat punch those making that statement, but explains that she believes God gives us more than we can handle so we can lean on him for support.

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This podcast is focused on providing support and community for mothers raising children with special needs. It tackles the emotional and practical challenges faced by moms, including feelings of isolation, overwhelm, and guilt, while offering encouragement, practical advice, and strategies for self-care. Episodes often feature personal stories, insights, and expert guests who share their experiences related to parenting children with disabilities such as autism, ADHD, and other medical complexities. Unique to this show is its compassionate and relatable approach, designed to help listeners feel seen and supported in their daily struggles, fostering a sense of belonging within a challenging journey.

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1. Carrie Holt
2. Cynthia Schultz
3. Sara Davis
4. Nikki McIntosh
5. Catherine Marston
6. Kelly Dixon
7. Brooke Turbyfill
8. Julie Hornok

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