Dyslexia Journey | Real Stories & Strategies for Thriving with Dyslexia

Sonja and Nick
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Is your child struggling with reading? You're not alone. Dyslexia Journey helps parents understand dyslexia, navigate school systems, and support their child's confidence and growth. Hosts Sonja and Nick share practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent just getting a diagnosis, fighting for accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community and connection, this is the podcast that walks beside you. New episodes every two weeks.

  1. 29 Jul

    How to Get Your Dyslexic Kid to Do Their Work: 5 Practical Tips (S1, Ep. 68 rebroadcast)

    Send us Fan Mail Especially with younger dyslexic kids who are struggling with reading, getting them to sit down and do their homework or practice reading can be a struggle. As parents, we walk a fine line knowing that they need to do this work, but also knowing that it's challenging. In this episode we give you five specific tips for making this go a little more smoothly! We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community — this show is for you. Got a question or a guest idea? Reach out at parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.com. You can find complete episode transcripts on our website, as well as a list of Dyslexia Resources and summaries of Dyslexia Research. Also check out our YouTube channel!

    How to Get Your Dyslexic Kid to Do Their Work: 5 Practical Tips (S1, Ep. 68 rebroadcast)

  2. 15 Jul

    When Phonics Isn't Enough

    Send us Fan Mail In the world of reading instruction, phonics has long been hailed as a cornerstone for teaching children to read, particularly for those with dyslexia. However, a recent article raises an important question: is there a limit to how much phonics can help as students progress into middle school? In this episode, we'll explore the insights from that article and discuss the implications for our dyslexic kids. Here's the article in the Hechinger Report that prompted this discussion. And here's the 2001 meta-analysis study about phonics Full transcript We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community — this show is for you. Got a question or a guest idea? Reach out at parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.com. You can find complete episode transcripts on our website, as well as a list of Dyslexia Resources and summaries of Dyslexia Research. Also check out our YouTube channel!

    When Phonics Isn't Enough

  3. 1 Jul

    10 Things That You Should Know About Dyslexia! (S1,Ep 97 Rebroadcast)

    Send us Fan Mail Listen to one of our most popular episodes from Season 1! Here are the ten most important things that you should know about dyslexia! We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community — this show is for you. Got a question or a guest idea? Reach out at parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.com. You can find complete episode transcripts on our website, as well as a list of Dyslexia Resources and summaries of Dyslexia Research. Also check out our YouTube channel!

    10 Things That You Should Know About Dyslexia! (S1,Ep 97 Rebroadcast)

  4. 17 Jun

    She Didn't Know She Was Dyslexic Until She Learned English ft. Haiyu Zhang

    Send us Fan Mail Haiyu Zhang grew up in China and moved to the US as a teenager. You can find her online at https://hz2784.github.io/.  We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community — this show is for you. Got a question or a guest idea? Reach out at parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.com. You can find complete episode transcripts on our website, as well as a list of Dyslexia Resources and summaries of Dyslexia Research. Also check out our YouTube channel!

    She Didn't Know She Was Dyslexic Until She Learned English ft. Haiyu Zhang

  5. 3 Jun

    How Dyslexia Affects Speaking! (Season 1, Episode 4 Rebroadcast)

    Send us Fan Mail We'll be back with a fresh episode in two weeks, but in the meantime, here's one of our most popular episodes from Season 1! We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community — this show is for you. Got a question or a guest idea? Reach out at parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.com. You can find complete episode transcripts on our website, as well as a list of Dyslexia Resources and summaries of Dyslexia Research. Also check out our YouTube channel!

    How Dyslexia Affects Speaking! (Season 1, Episode 4 Rebroadcast)

  6. 20 May

    Parenting the Child You Have ft. Pediatrician Kristen Cook, MD

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wished that you could sit down with your child's pediatrician and talk about dyslexia, neurodiversity, and parenting? Well, this is your chance! We recently enjoyed a conversation with Dr. Kristen Cook, pediatrician and author, about neurodiversity, dyslexia, the role of pediatricians, and the general parenting challenges that come with parenting neurodiverse kids. Kristen Cook, MD is a pediatrician and author of "Parenting Redefined: A Guide to Understanding and Nurturing Your Child's Behavior to Help Them Thrive." You can find Dr. Cook at https://www.kristencookmd.com/, and you can find her book at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FZLV5TY4. We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community — this show is for you. Got a question or a guest idea? Reach out at parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.com. You can find complete episode transcripts on our website, as well as a list of Dyslexia Resources and summaries of Dyslexia Research. Also check out our YouTube channel!

    Parenting the Child You Have ft. Pediatrician Kristen Cook, MD

  7. 6 May

    Do Dyslexics Think Backwards?

    Send us Fan Mail Do dyslexics think backwards? Kind of. Based on an article in Drs. Brock and Fernette Eide's February 2026 Dyslexic Advantage newsletter (https://7ca50762.flowpaper.com/February2026Newsletterfinalcompressed/#page=6), we explore why many dyslexic thinkers start with the end in mind and work backward, building mental models instead of following step-by-step procedures. And here is the podcast episode that Nick mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fundamental-tension-at-the-heart-of-math/id1021340531?i=1000760017533 or https://open.spotify.com/episode/1CdX7qShEDhBSqQK76wDlM?si=fZ09jz4VSlKF_2Oh3dCtZA We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community — this show is for you. Got a question or a guest idea? Reach out at parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.com. You can find complete episode transcripts on our website, as well as a list of Dyslexia Resources and summaries of Dyslexia Research. Also check out our YouTube channel!

    Do Dyslexics Think Backwards?

  8. 22 Apr

    Severe Dyslexia Couldn't Stop Him — JT Mestdagh's Story of No Bad Days

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when a child born with severe dyslexia and a life-threatening diagnosis refuses to accept his limits? JT Mestdagh's answer: you climb mountains. JT is the author of No Bad Days and founder of the JT Mestdagh Foundation. Born with VATER/VACTERL syndrome and severe dyslexia, he was told there was much he'd never accomplish — including learning to read. In this episode, JT shares how dyslexia shaped his worldview, what it took to push past labels, and how he now helps kids find their own path forward. If you're a parent or educator looking for hope and real-world perspective on dyslexia, this episode is for you. JT Mestdagh Foundation: jtmestdaghfoundation.org No Bad Days (Simon & Schuster): https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/No-Bad-Days/JT-Mestdagh/9781637632819 We're Sonja and Nick — parents of a dyslexic kid and your guides on this journey. We created Dyslexia Journey because we know how isolating it can feel when your child struggles with reading and school isn't helping. Every episode brings practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent navigating diagnosis, IEPs, and accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community — this show is for you. Got a question or a guest idea? Reach out at parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.com. You can find complete episode transcripts on our website, as well as a list of Dyslexia Resources and summaries of Dyslexia Research. Also check out our YouTube channel!

    Severe Dyslexia Couldn't Stop Him — JT Mestdagh's Story of No Bad Days
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Is your child struggling with reading? You're not alone. Dyslexia Journey helps parents understand dyslexia, navigate school systems, and support their child's confidence and growth. Hosts Sonja and Nick share practical strategies, expert interviews with psychologists, educators, and reading specialists, plus real stories from dyslexic adults who've thrived. Whether you're a parent just getting a diagnosis, fighting for accommodations, or a dyslexic adult looking for community and connection, this is the podcast that walks beside you. New episodes every two weeks.

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