Special Needs Supermom podcast

Yay! It’s my one year ADHD anniversary!!!!

Why I celebrate this?
And why I think you should celebrate getting a diagnose or label?

Because it helps you move forward, understand and accept yourself or your kid, and find the help you or your kid need.

Did my diagnose, meds or therapy change me?

I still don’t finish sentences. Still happily dive into rabbit holes. Am still a very creative person with all.the.ideas.

But giiiirl, the diagnose, meds and therapy have been a game changer. I was totally happy with who I was, went to college, never a problem with keeping a job, starting my own biz, doing a gazzillion things. My mind though was never quiet. And it often wasn't really nice to me.
That all changed with my diagnose, the following research, meds and therapy. Am still me. But the diagnose and research gave so much clarity about why I do things a certain way and struggle with seemingly simple things. A diagnose is not an excuse. But it is a reason. And it can really help you and/or your kid move forward.

Stay sane stay happy.

Nadine
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Conquer time

Need help going from never ending to-do lists to creating time for yourself? Check out the Special Needs Supermom Planner: https://www.etsy.com/nl/shop/Specialsupermom

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39. Taking care of yourself - easier said done as Supermom

This episode of the Special Needs Supermom podcast is all about shutting off a supermom brain and why it is important our kids don’t dial or have access to the 24/7 supermom-to-the-rescue-hotline all the time.

I’m a firm believer of quality-me time. But to be honest that’s not the easiest thing for me as a special needs Supermom belonging to the house of Hufflepuff.

Let me explain why.

Taking care of others is who I am. I’ve always took care. First, I had to take care of my parents making them smile again after my young brother died unexpectedly after a medical procedure at the age of 1.5. I was 2.5 years old. Not my responsibility you might say, but seriously how could I not try to make them happy again?

And ever since.

I’ve always been highly sensitive and big believer of fighting injustice and standing up and fight for those that can. Am now 45. And as a special needs Supermom my heart only got bigger.

And I am proud of it. But it is always what can get us supermoms in trouble. Because the sight effect is that it’s hard to tune out. When my kids are in stress, I am in stress. When my kids are in pain, I’m in pain. When they are unhappy.... See the trap?

The funny thing is. I do have quality me-time. Went to a Bob Ross exhibit last week out of the blue. Had a 3-hour long bath. The problem? It doesn’t shut off my brain. Doesn’t numb my 24/7 availability mom radar.

The good thing is I do recognize the symptoms nowadays. I’ve listed a few red flags in this podcast episode. Recognize some of them? Then, maybe like me it is time you find something to switch off your brain. So you can truly recharge and stay that Special Needs Supermom.

We not only need to find something that shuts off our brain, we also must learn how to say no. Realize it is ok to say no. Even to your kids. Especially to your kids.

Hope this podcast helps you say it is ok to say no and realize what you need to recharge. Enjoy via your favorite platform like YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon and more.

Could use a listening ear? Looking for support of women that get it? Join our private Facebook Group to find like-minded women you can share your story with, get support and tips from women who get you, cry, love and recharge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedssupermoms

Stay sane 🧘 Stay happy 💃

Nadine

How is it to be the sibling of someone with special needs? In this episode of the Special Needs Supermom podcast, I chat with no other than Michelle Rohr!!! A brilliant entrepreneur (like multi 6 figure brilliant) and sister of two brothers on the autistic spectrum.
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Michelle and I met at a biz retreat in Florida February 2020 (a week later the world stopped) where this podcast was born. Her take on how to run a business had a major impact on how I view my business. ‘Life is hard enough, therefore your business should be fun, should feel like your personal playground.’ This statement really hit home, because as a special needs mom I so relate to the “life is hard”. So, yes, my business should feel like fun indeed! Hence, the birth of the Special Needs Supermom Planner the Spring of 2021!
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In this episode Michelle and I talk about how it was for her to grow up with two brothers on the spectrum, and how as a sibling you can sometimes provide a new perspective because you are not so on top of the case as a parent. We discuss the challenges of not having facilities nearby, leaving college to support your family and the peace of mind when your adult sibling is able to live in a facility providing all the support they need.
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We also talk about how growing up with two special needs siblings has affected the choices she made in life, how it inspired her to start her business and the power of passive income.
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Michelle Rohr is a wife, mom of two, and lover of all things personal development. Everything started to change for her when she committed to take 100% responsibility for her life. Now, she runs a multi 6 figure business from her zone of genius and spends her day reveling in the experience of being able to do whatever the heck she wants to do - which, she finds, is exactly what makes a woman unstoppable. One of her favorite things is giving other women the space to discover that they can want what they want without apology. The magic, Michelle says, is YOU.
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Into digital planners? Check out www.secretowlsociety.org. Or grab your Special Needs Supermom Planner at: www.theorangetypewriter.nl/special-needs-supermom-planner/

Yup, totally. In episode 51 of the Special Needs Supermom podcast I talk about how you could have an autistic kid and not even know. Why me and my hubby totally missed the signs with our special needs child.
I mean Wonderboy is fun, social, loves to hug, looks you in the eye... no way he could be autistic right? We also had no problems at home. Let me repeat that: No problem at home. And with the movie Rain Man as our only reference to autism we thought his teacher was bonkers when she even dared to suggest this.
So, how can you have an autistic kid without you realizing?
1. Forget about the movie Rain Man. For one autism comes in many forms and shapes. Like our Wonderboy they could be big huggers or behave in other ways that is not seen autistic.
2. Second, maybe your kid looks like you and therefore you know instinctively what your kid needs. Because you already have the systems in place for you. Like not much socializing in the weekend. A strict day-to-day routine..
3. I tell you some signs we did not perceive as a problem but were, come to think of it, a good indication there was something going on.
4. Some good news: we still to this day have very little problems at home. And that might be the case for you as well. Much has to do with how you handle the possible diagnosis. Hint: it has a lot to do with not seeing it as a problem (I know, that can be easier said than done).
Little did we know back then. How much we have learned since. And how proud we are today. I hope this podcast gives you some insights but will also take the fear away of a possible diagnosis and your kid’s future.
Stay sane & stay happy.
Nadine
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Being in the military can come with a series of unique challenges when it comes to your special needs child. Moving probably being the biggest of them all. In this episode advocate Shelly Agostine is back to talk with me about the challenges you might face when relocating. We discuss transitioning to a new state, as it can be extremely stressful when suddenly faced with different state standards, requirements, re-evaluations and service delivery. When relocating it is good to be aware of possible challenges and know where to find the help and information you need to make sure your child receives the services (s)he requires. Military or not.

Below is a list of resources mentioned in this podcast (some public, some military only):

• Exception Family Member Program (EFMP) - Lists to installation contact information and Individual Branch Services EFMP resources (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine): https://www.militaryonesource.mil/family-relationships/special-needs/special-needs-resources/
• Military Pro Bono Project: https://www.militaryprobono.org/newcases/item.3217-Military_Pro_Bono_Project_Information
• Discussion draft of Military Family Readiness legislation two ranking members of the House Armed Services Committee intend to offer for inclusion in the FY21 National Defense Authorization Act: This Act discusses EFMP: https://republicans-armedservices.house.gov/sites/republicans.armedservices.house.gov/files/MILFAMREAD_xml%20%28004%293-27.pdf
• Parent Information and Training Centers by State: https://www.parentcenterhub.org/find-your-center/
• Advocate and Attorney list per state (you can find Shelly on this as well): https://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/help/states.htm
• Council of Parent Attorney and Advocates (COPAA) (also including Shelly): https://www.copaa.org/search/default.asp
• Partners in Promise - Military Special Education Survey findings 2021: https://thepromiseact.org/2021/02/partners-in-promise-2021-survey-findings/

Shelly Agostine is the owner of Advocate 2 Educate, LLC based in Colorado. As a trained Special Education Advocate/Consultant (ISEA-trained and member of COPAA) she helps parents and students gain access to the services, supports and accommodations they need through an Individual Education Program (IEP). She assists parents and students in acquiring the appropriate accommodations through a 504 plan and assists families in coordinating community services. More info: https://www.advocatetwoeducate.com.