• 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?
• What if the answer to having more energy for your kids isn't another therapy to add to the schedule—but actually learning to nourish and rest your own body first?

In this episode, Bethany Thomson, a registered dietitian, certified Christian life coach, and soul care practitioner, shares her powerful journey from complete burnout to restored wholeness. Through walking her own stormy seasons of caregiving, trauma healing, and physical depletion, Bethany discovered that true sustainable health requires addressing the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—all from a foundation of rest, not hustle.

Connect with Bethany:

• Website: ingrainedliving.com
• Instagram: @ingrainedliving
• Facebook: Ingrained Living
• Podcast: Nourishing Her Midlife Rest: Body and Soul* Bethany has updated her podcast title since we recorded the episode this summer.

Resources Mentioned:

• Bethany's list of quality multivitamins (available on her website)
• Her "Planting Trio" approach: three intentional daily actions for sustainable momentum
• Immune calming program based on food sensitivities testing
• Group coaching on "Rooting Ourselves in Rhythms of Grace"

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• 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 wondering how to help your family process unexpected loss while maintaining their sense of safety and faith?

Episode Overview

In this raw episode, I address the profound impact of Charlie Kirk's tragic death on our Christian community and share practical guidance for supporting yourself and your children through unexpected tragedy. I explore the concept of "symbolic loss" and offer faith-based strategies for processing grief while maintaining hope. I share specific approaches for children of different ages and developmental needs, emphasizing the importance of allowing various forms of emotional expression - including my own raw experience of having to explain to my 5-year-old why mommy and daddy were crying.

Scripture References:

• Exodus 14 - Moses encourages the Israelites not to fear
• Galatians 6:9 - "Let us not become weary in doing good..."
• 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 - Paul's words about being hard pressed but not crushed

Practical Tools:

• Drawing supplies, playdough, blocks for non-verbal emotional expression
• Visual supports for children on the autism spectrum
• Progressive muscle relaxation techniques for children with ADHD
• Routine maintenance strategies during crisis

Professional Note: If you or your family are experiencing depression or other significant psychological needs, please seek professional clinical support.

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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 rejection and you're drowning in decision paralysis about what they really need?

What if there was a Biblical foundation that could give you direction for homeschooling any child - regardless of their abilities or disabilities?

In this deeply encouraging episode, I sit down with veteran homeschool mom Stephanie Buckwalter, who has over 20 years of experience homeschooling five children across the spectrum from gifted to moderate special needs.

After hitting rock bottom with her nonverbal daughter in sixth grade, Stephanie discovered a life-changing truth in Genesis 2 that transformed her approach to education and gave her hope for her daughter's future. She shares her innovative ELARP method of homeschooling and her journey through public school IEPs, alternative therapies, and ultimately finding breakthrough communication methods.

This conversation offers practical hope for exhausted moms who feel stuck between survival mode and actually helping their children thrive, especially those navigating autism, ADHD, and severe learning struggles.

Connect with Stephanie Buckwalter:

• Website: adaptedhomeed.com
• Facebook: Adapted Home Education (search by name)

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Teaching A Child With Special Needs At Home and At School: Judith Munday
• ELARP Method: Explore, Label, Apply, Reason, Produce - available as adapted unit studies

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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 options?

What if the key to helping your wiggly, unfocused child isn't another diagnosis, but addressing foundational reflexes that never properly integrated?

In this episode, I sit down with Tiffany Parsons, a practicing occupational therapist, pastor's wife, and twin mom who is revolutionizing how families access therapeutic support in non-traditional settings. Tiffany shares her journey from outpatient pediatric OT to teaching at a micro school, revealing how primitive reflexes, core stability, and simple sensory strategies can transform a child's ability to learn and thrive. This conversation is packed with practical hope for exhausted moms who feel stuck between knowing their child needs help and not knowing where to find it - especially for families navigating ADHD, autism, and other neurodiversity challenges.

Connect with Tiffany Parsons:

• Facebook: The Homeschool OT, Tiffany Parsons
• Website: www.agapeloveot.com

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Harkla - Online courses for primitive reflex integration (for both therapists and parents/teachers)
• Sarah Collins - The other Homeschool OT who offers worldwide parent coaching
• HOPE Scholarship - West Virginia funding for homeschool families to access approved therapeutic services
• Previous Episode On Using Visuals: 26 Overwhelmed & Over Stimulated By Summer Meltdowns? This Hack Can Save your Summer Routine As A Special Needs Family

Key Takeaways:

• Primiti

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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?"

Join me as we explore the wide spectrum of what "special needs" really means - from food allergies and ADHD to sensory processing and behavioral challenges. You'll discover why many parents initially say their child doesn't have special needs, then list countless struggles they're navigating daily including medication management, behavior plans, and daily meltdowns.

We'll cover early warning signs to watch for from birth through preschool years, why "wait and see" isn't always the best approach, and the important difference between school eligibility and your child's actual needs. I'll share practical questions to ask professionals and red flags to watch out for when seeking evaluations.

Most importantly, you'll learn how to trust your God-given parental intuition and become your child's best advocate. We'll also discuss natural support strategies you can implement at home right now, including nutrition changes, toxin reduction, and sensory supports.

Keywords: special needs, child development, early intervention, parental advocacy, ADHD, autism, sensory processing, IEP, special education, developmental delays, Christian parenting, back to school, whole family wellness

Perfect for: Parents questioning their child's development, families navigating special needs evaluations, Christian mothers seeking support and biblical encouragement in their special needs journey, parents preparing for the school year.

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• 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 tired, achy, or lacking confidence in your own skin?
• What if God's design for healing was simpler and more accessible than you ever imagined - found right in the creation story?

In this powerful conversation, Chelsea Blackbird, The Christian Nutritionist, shares her incredible journey from digestive issues and infertility to discovering God's blueprint for wellness in Genesis. After overcoming health problems doctors said were permanent and conceiving naturally through dietary changes, Chelsea now helps Christian women reach optimal health using biblical principles. She introduces us to the Genesis Prescription - a holistic approach that combines sunshine, grounding, real food, rest, and relationship to help moms feel well so they can serve well.

Connect with Chelsea:

• Website: thechristiannutritionist.com
• Podcast: The Christian Health Club Podcast
• Social Media: @thechristiannutritionist

Resources Mentioned:

• "Taking Charge of Your Fertility" book
• Genesis Prescription Quick Start Guide (free download on Chelsea's website)
• Naturopathic medicine approach
• Amino acid therapy (mentioned connection with Laurie Hammer)
• Morning sunshine and circadian rhythm support
• Grounding/earthing practices
• Schumann resonance and earth's natural frequency

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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

Aubree Felderhoff, SPARK coach for moms and host of the top-ranked Mom Intentional podcast, shares her incredible journey from a seven-year battle with mystery illness to helping overwhelmed moms rediscover their identity. After being bedridden and completely disconnected from herself, Aubree faced a hard truth: she had spent so long taking care of everyone else, she no longer recognized herself. Her story of surrender, miraculous healing, and rebuilding will encourage every mom who feels lost in the chaos of daily life.

About Our Guest

Aubree Felderhoff is a spark coach for moms, mother of three spirited boys, and host of the Mom Intentional podcast. Through her coaching, she helps overwhelmed moms move from burnout to purpose, so they can stop running on empty and finally feel alive again. As she says, "You're not broken, you're buried. Let's uncover you."

Scripture Foundation

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." - Proverbs 3:5-6

Resources Mentioned

• Time estimation strategy for to-do lists
• Portable folder system for managing paperwork on-the-go
• The SPARK method coaching program

Connect with Aubree

• Website: www.momintentional.com
• Podcast: Mom Intentional
• Instagram: @momintentional
• Free Facebook group (linked on website)
• Find Your Spark coaching program: momintentional.com/coaching

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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 when familiar routines disappear. In this episode, Elyse shares three game-changing ways to use visual supports in your home that will help reduce stress, improve communication, and bring calm to your daily rhythms. Drawing from her experience as a speech-language pathologist and mom, she provides practical strategies that work for children with and without special needs.

"Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it." - Habakkuk 2:2

Resources Mentioned

• Homeschool rhythms and visual schedules- FREE Download
• Calm-down poster - FREE Download
• Free 15-minute coaching call with Elyse

Remember: Visual supports aren't just strategies—they're acts of love that show your child you see their needs and want to help them succeed.

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