A Little Extra Love Rachael Vermeulen & Kyle Vermeulen

Summary
In this episode, Rachael and Kyle Vermeulen discuss the importance of maintaining a strong marriage during the challenges of disability parenting. They emphasize the role of faith in navigating crisis and the need for open communication and teamwork. The couple shares their own experiences and offers practical tips for building a strong foundation in marriage, including the use of love maps, turning towards each other, and making repair attempts during conflicts. They highlight the importance of seeking therapy and finding a supportive community. Overall, the episode encourages disability parents to prioritize their marriage and find strength in unity and faith.
disability parenting, marriage, crisis, faith, special needs, down syndrome, autism, rare disease

Takeaways
Maintaining a strong marriage is crucial for disability parents navigating crisis.Faith plays a significant role in overcoming challenges and finding support.Open communication, teamwork, and empathy are essential in a healthy marriage.Using tools like love maps, turning towards, and repair attempts can strengthen emotional connection and resolve conflicts.Seeking therapy and finding a supportive community are important for growth and resilience in marriage.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
05:00 The Importance of Marriage Counseling
09:13 Recognizing and Supporting Each Other in Times of Stress
14:51 Forgiveness and Unity in Marriage
29:06 Turning Towards Each Other
36:41 Prayer and Unity in Marriage

In this episode, Rachael and Kyle Vermeulen discuss the role of faith in navigating the challenges of disability parenting. They share personal stories of finding strength in faith during difficult times and how their faith has evolved over the years. They emphasize the importance of surrendering worries to God and finding comfort in His promises. The couple also highlights the guidance and direction they have received through prayer and the peace that comes from trusting in God's plan. They encourage listeners to lean on their faith and know that they are not alone in their journey.
Takeaways
Faith can provide strength, guidance, and comfort during the challenges of disability parenting.Surrendering worries to God and trusting in His plan can bring peace and clarity.God's promises and presence can provide comfort and support in difficult times.Prayer is a powerful tool for finding guidance and direction in navigating the complexities of disability parenting.Trusting in God's timing and plan can lead to unexpected blessings and a sense of hope.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:01 Finding Strength in Faith
03:26 Evolution of Faith Journey
04:25 Grieving Expectations and Finding Faith Again
05:23 Acceptance and God's Promises
06:44 Finding Beauty in Brokenness
07:14 Strength in Faith as a New Dad
08:13 Trusting God's Guidance
09:36 Overcoming Obstacles with Faith
10:02 God's Presence in Challenging Times
11:29 Comfort in God's Promises
12:54 Guidance and Direction through Prayer
14:36 Spiritual Beliefs and Clarity
16:30 Surrendering Worries to God
19:48 God's Guidance in Relocating
21:40 Feeling at Home in Colorado
23:34 Faith as a Compass
24:04 Finding Strength in God's Promises
25:02 Peace in God's Presence
26:27 Presenting Worries to God
27:52 Comfort and Peace in Uncertainty
28:18 Finding Comfort in God's Calling
29:43 Finding Comfort in God's Timing
30:41 Trusting God's Plan for Milestones
32:08 Faith in God's Faithfulness
33:08 Overcoming Doubt and Ego
35:32 God's Guidance and Blessings
37:27 Faith as a Relationship
38:54 Trusting God's Plan
39:46 Encouragement and Support
Website & Devotional: alittleextralove.com
Social Media:
Ministry: https://instagram.com/alittleextralove/
Rachael: https://instagram.com/rachvermeulen/
Kyle: https://instagram.com/kylekverm/

In this episode, Rachel and Kyle introduce themselves and share their personal experiences as disability parents. They discuss the importance of bringing God into the conversation and finding beauty in the broken places of life. They also highlight the need for community and support in the disability community. The inspiration behind their podcast, A Little Extra Love, is to provide spiritual nourishment and soul support to disability parents. Rachel focuses on serving moms, helping them find strength and joy in their journey, while Kyle aims to support dads and raise awareness about mental health in the disability community. In this episode, Rachael and Kyle Vermeulen share their mission and purpose behind their podcast, A Little Extra Love. They emphasize the importance of community and support for special needs parents and caregivers. The couple also discusses the challenges faced by disability families, including financial strain and higher divorce rates. They highlight the need for couples to prioritize their relationship and seek God together. Rachael and Kyle share their personal experiences and encourage listeners to find beauty in the brokenness. They remind parents that God is faithful and can bring joy even in the midst of difficult circumstances.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Purpose
02:28 Personal Experiences and Transformation
05:22 Different Perspectives on Parenthood
08:12 The Importance of Community
10:05 Inspiration Behind A Little Extra Love
13:21 Serving Moms in the Disability Community
24:47 Mission and Purpose
27:13 Statistics and Challenges
30:45 Importance of Marriage and Support
33:11 Building a Supportive Community
36:27 Finding Beauty in Brokenness
44:22 God's Faithfulness and New Beginnings
46:19 Encouragement to Seek God

Step into a world of faith-driven resilience and unwavering love in disability parenting with "A Little Extra Love," the podcast dedicated to empowering special needs families through the transformative power of community and faith. Join hosts Rachael and Kyle Vermeulen as they share their personal journey of parenthood, advocacy, and finding beauty in the broken moments of life.
In each episode, Rachael and Kyle invite you to explore the intersection of faith, hope, and disability parenting, offering heartfelt conversations, relatable stories, and biblical truths to inspire and uplift. From navigating the challenges of special needs parenting to celebrating the triumphs and joys along the way, "A Little Extra Love" provides a sanctuary where families can find solace, strength, and a sense of belonging.
Discover practical insights, actionable advice, and genuine support as Rachael and Kyle dive into topics such as mental health, marriage, advocacy, and spiritual growth. With each episode, you'll be reminded that no journey is walked alone, and that together, we can find beauty, hope, and a little extra love in every circumstance.
Subscribe now to "A Little Extra Love" and join the movement to create a world where every disability family feels understood, supported, and deeply loved, no matter the challenges they face. Let's journey together towards healing, hope, and a life thats brighter and full of seeing the extra love through the unexpected experience of disability parenting.