Mama Advocate Laura Hernandez

When acclaimed Life Coach Susanna Peace Lovell’s daughter was born, she brought some unexpected challenges, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, and myriad food allergies. Looking for resources and support, Susanna struggled to find a map for the road ahead. After more than 17 years of hard work and triumph, this book is that map: the blueprint for special-needs caregivers that she’d wished for back then.   Filled with hard-won insights and practical advice, Your True Self Is Enough follows Susanna’s story from pregnancy through neonatal care through finding the right learning environments and therapeutic plans for her child. Throughout it all, Susanna came to learn that she and her daughter were both on their own journeys in life, and that they were both whole and complete individuals who did not need to be “fixed.” Her work instead was to advocate for her child to be seen for who she is, in all her glory.   Part memoir, part guidebook, Your True Self Is Enough should be considered required reading for all caregivers.   To learn more, visit https://www.susannapeacelovell.com/    

Katie Keene is the host of the top 1% globally rated podcast Her Home and Heart, and host to a membership community of beautiful Christian homeschooling families on the journey to peace at home and generational family success despite the challenges of raising a special needs child. 

Her mission is simple: to ensure that no family breaks apart simply due to lack of tools to create a SOLID, peaceful, and joyful family foundation at home. 

Katie is most passionate about helping special needs families create strong bonds and deep roots, so they don’t wake up one day to regret.

Learn more about how she teaches moms to build a successful and joyful home, and to grab coupons, freebies, and links to Katie’s best kept secrets go to linktr.ee/FamilySuccess

Jerrod Brown is BACK ! In this episode he teaches us how the brain effects every aspect of behaviors. The brain will never cease to amaze me! 

Today on the Mama Advocate podcast, I am joined by my dear friend, Karindy. We talk all things growth hormone. I learned so much and it gave me so much insight in how my son was able to pull out his grown-up tooth!

Karindy Ong is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist who graduated from the University of Houston with a Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders in May 2015. She has extensive clinical experience in acute, post-acute inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation hospital settings. Karindy has specialized experience working with brain injury, disorders of consciousness, spinal cord injury, infant feeding issues, and orofacial myofunctional disorders. She currently provides therapy to neurologically and medically complex patients from infancy through adulthood with feeding, swallowing, and orofacial myofunctional disorders with MyohackerSLP, PLLC in Katy, Texas.

Karindy is passionate about making resources available to families and caregivers and has created courses to help families achieve success at home. Karindy's upcoming course, "Myo Magic at Home" provides parents with information and resources to address concerns related to airway, sleep disordered breathing, ADHD and anxiety due to sleep issues, and so much more. Registration is open until March 31st so sign up today! https://myohackerslp.mykajabi.com/offers/7fou54HQ

When not engrossed in therapy, Karindy enjoys being outside and exploring state parks with her family, going to the gym, listening to podcasts and books, and learning more about biohacking. 

To learn more about her: MyohackerSLP.com  @MyohackerSLP on Instagram    

Join host Laura and special guest Jerod Brown on the Mama Advocate Podcast as they delve into the fascinating world of parenting neuro-diverse children with a holistic approach. In this episode, Laura and Jerod explore the intricate workings of the brain and nervous system, shedding light on how neuroscience can inform our parenting practices.

From understanding the structure of the brain and its various functions to exploring the complex interactions between the nervous system and the gut-brain axis, Jerod provides valuable insights into how we can support our children's development and well-being from a neuroscientific perspective.

Learn how incorporating neuroscience into your parenting toolkit can help you better understand and nurture your neuro-diverse child. Get ready to gain new perspectives, practical tips, and empowering strategies for raising resilient, thriving kids.

 

In this compelling episode of the Mama Advocate Podcast, join host Laura as she sits down with Brad Levy, a passionate advocate for families navigating the complexities of epilepsy. Brad shares his deeply personal journey of advocating for his daughter, whose life has been impacted by epilepsy, and how his family's experience has ignited a powerful mission to support others facing similar challenges.

With unwavering determination and resilience, Brad delves into the highs and lows of advocating for his daughter's needs within the healthcare system, educational institutions, and beyond. Through heartfelt anecdotes and candid reflections, he offers listeners a glimpse into the emotional rollercoaster of epilepsy caregiving, highlighting the importance of empowerment, education, and community support.

But Brad's story doesn't end there. Inspired by their own journey, Brad and his family have dedicated themselves to a larger cause: advocating for systemic change and support for all families affected by epilepsy. Through their tireless efforts, they have become beacons of hope and resources for those in need, turning their personal struggles into a catalyst for collective action.

Join us for a moving conversation as Brad Levy shares his family's journey from adversity to advocacy, reminding us all of the power of love, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of better outcomes for our loved ones and our communities. Tune in to this episode of the Mama Advocate Podcast to be inspired and empowered to make a difference.