episode 19: a little something extra

Hey mamas!

Today on the podcast, Jenny is talking to Joanne Brathwaite, a writer, editor, strategist, all-around badass mompreneur, and also single mom to a daughter who has what she likes to call, “a little something extra.”

Joanne shares what she wishes more people understood about Down syndrome – including how outdated the medical community can be toward the diagnosis. But also how anyone who has a child with Down syndrome will tell you it was the best thing that ever happened to them.

We get deep, discussing Joanne’s biggest fear (it might surprise you), how she copes with her daughter being bullied (yes, it still happens, even in 2020), and how she managed to turn it around to raise awareness and change perceptions.

Joanne shares her important message for other parents with children of different abilities: don’t hide your story. There will always be someone who will find inspiration in it, and always eyes that will be opened from it. She also has a message for everyone else: don’t be afraid to ask questions! Because someone will always be happy to share the right information.

Jenny and Joanne also get super real about motherhood, in true cheesecake & crying fashion. They chat about why it’s so important to have honest mom friends who keep it real – and who will be there if you just need to scream into the phone. Friends like Joanne herself.

Let’s get to it!

xo