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The April Dunn Act is Increasing Graduation Rates of Students with Disabilities Across Louisiana
January 9, 2024
Louisiana’s April Dunn Act can help students on IEPs fulfill graduation requirements. Learn how it works!
Read moreUsing Plain Language for Effective Communication with Parents
January 4, 2024
Learn how simple, friendly language leads to effective communication with parents. Get your messages across clearly AND build trust!
Read moreFeeling holiday parent stress? We are too. Here’s how managing your devices better can help.
December 28, 2023
You know that ‘bored’ feeling? No? You’re a parent. You're never bored. These days, our devices are a source of constant entertainment, information, and connection - but they can also increase our stress and take us away from our kids (even when we’re with them). Here’s the antidote. Narrated by Christina Kozik; Written by Julie…
Read moreThe Application Process for Getting SSI
December 21, 2023
Are you or your family member eligible for SSI (Supplemental Security Income)? This is determined by a person’s age, disability and financial resources. If you think you or your child qualify, this is generally how the process goes:
Read more2023 wrapped! On to 2024. A letter from our Co-Founder and CEO
December 21, 2023
What we learned this year: Schools and SPED families want to work together. But easier said than done. Here’s how we’re supporting both schools and families.
Read moreManaging overstimulation during the holidays
December 19, 2023
Let’s talk about overstimulation, especially during the holidays. All of our kids - no, wait. This one is about how to manage when the ADULTS get overstimulated. Here are 4 tips that have helped me a lot. Narrated and written by Christina Kozik
Read moreParenting mantras for the holidays
December 14, 2023
Extra stressed during the holidays? We are too. Here are some of our favorite parenting mantras to add to your phone's lock screen or a sticky note on a mirror. Repeat after me...
Read moreAt-home learning resources for children with disabilities
December 7, 2023
Looking for at-home learning resources for children with disabilities? Our list of free tools and resources includes everything you need.
Read moreSelf-care for parents of medically complex children: Tips from a seasoned mom
December 5, 2023
If you're parenting medically complex kids, how do you take care of yourself even when it seems impossible? Julia Roberts, a parent and long-time advocate, shares her hard-earned wisdom.
Read moreRe-Release: Flying with kids with disabilities: 5 tips to make the trip easier
November 30, 2023
Flying with kids with disabilities can be stressful and overwhelming. Listen along for 5 tips to make the trip easier for you and your child.
Read moreBonus: Pediatric Sleep Study: Sleepless in Baton Rogue
November 28, 2023
In this bonus episode, Christina discusses doing a pediatric sleep study with her son and his sensory needs.
Read moreHow you can support parents of a child with disabilities: holiday edition
November 16, 2023
Six ways to support parents of a child with disabilities at your holiday gatherings.
Read moreFellow Parents, Let’s Talk About Mental Health.
November 14, 2023
We are all hearing a lot about mental health. But, what is it really?
Read moreA Mother’s Journey of Advocacy and Acceptance: How to share an Autism Diagnosis | Meet Miranda and Magnolia
November 13, 2023
Meet Miranda Georgetown Riley, founder of the Magnolia Rose Foundation and mother of Magnolia Rose Riley. At 18 months old, Magnolia was diagnosed with autism and while she did not exhibit all of the typical signs of autism, her mom knew that something was different because she was non-speaking. After getting a diagnosis, Miranda immediately…
Read moreHow to teach a child to self-advocate: Lessons learned from my mom
November 7, 2023
How do you teach a child with a disability to self-advocate? Ally, a young woman with a disability, describes how her mom taught her.
Read moreThe importance of sleep in early childhood with Dr. Nilong Vyas
October 31, 2023
Listen to Christina and Dr. Nilong Vyas talk about the importance of sleep in early childhood.
Read moreHow to be a great health care advocate for your complex kid with Julia Roberts
October 12, 2023
What do you do if you just found out your child has medically complex needs. Do you know how to be a great health care advocate for your complex kid? Christina gets helpful information and insight from Julia Roberts, parent and long-time advocate, in this week's episode.
Read moreWhat is the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) in Special Education?
October 10, 2023
If your child has an IEP, or if you’re in the process of creating one, you’ve probably heard about the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). The LRE is supposed to be guaranteed to special ed students by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). But it may seem complicated or ambiguous when you read the definition…
Read moreParents with ADHD: we’ve got parenting tips for you
October 5, 2023
Are you a parent with ADHD? You may have found plenty of parenting tips. But what about tips for you? Here are some of our favorites.
Read moreSpeech Apraxia vs Autism: Are they related?
October 3, 2023
Speech Apraxia vs Autism: Are they related? If a child is speech delayed what can you do? Christina gets helpful information and insight from Kacy Woodson, a speech-language pathologist, in this week's episode.
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