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I quit my law job to be at home with my kids. Turns out our daughter Tess has a rare genetic disorder called Hao-Fountain Syndrome, or USP7. She's different. And now, so is everything else. #USP7 #HaoFountainSyndrome #autism

Stronger Every Day Bo Bigelow

    • Kids & Family
    • 5.0 • 82 Ratings

I quit my law job to be at home with my kids. Turns out our daughter Tess has a rare genetic disorder called Hao-Fountain Syndrome, or USP7. She's different. And now, so is everything else. #USP7 #HaoFountainSyndrome #autism

    Health Insurance: 7 Tips to Beat the Insurance Company and Get Your Family's Bills Covered

    Health Insurance: 7 Tips to Beat the Insurance Company and Get Your Family's Bills Covered

    As a parent or caregiver of a child with disabilities, you’re likely dealing with an overwhelming number of medical appointments and insurance claims. This episode addresses how you can simplify this process and ensure you get the coverage you deserve without the added stress.

    Special Education: 25 Power Moves to Make Your Child Seen and Known at School - Part 2 of 2

    Special Education: 25 Power Moves to Make Your Child Seen and Known at School - Part 2 of 2

    This episode (part 2 of 2) dives into the challenges and triumphs of special education, offering insights that directly address the struggles many parents face today. If you’re seeking ways to better support your child’s educational journey and ensure their rights are upheld, this is a must-listen.

    • 20 min
    Special Education: 25 Power Moves to Make Your Child Seen and Known at School - Part 1 of 2

    Special Education: 25 Power Moves to Make Your Child Seen and Known at School - Part 1 of 2

    This episode dives into the challenges and triumphs of special education, offering insights that directly address the struggles many parents face today. If you’re seeking ways to better support your child’s educational journey and ensure their rights are upheld, this is a must-listen.

    • 21 min
    #494: Surfer Girl

    #494: Surfer Girl

    I have watched you on the shore, standing by the ocean's roar. Do you love me? Do you, surfer girl?

    • 9 min
    #493: The Eyes Have It

    #493: The Eyes Have It

    One day, in a nondescript office building in Portland, three adults give something to Tess. And she comes alive.

    • 7 min
    #492: Community

    #492: Community

    Taking some time this week to reflect on community. The one we've built and continue to build, and what it means for Tess and our family.

    • 7 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
82 Ratings

82 Ratings

bshort68 ,

Chicken Soup for MY Soul

I was listening to a podcast and the host referenced this podcast. All I can say is WOW. Bo's stories are relatable and inspiring. He navigates the circumstances of his family dynamics and the adaptations they make to support everyone.

Bo's stories will help you feel connected and not alone on this journey. We all experience humor, fear, grief, joy, and a host of other emotions on the regular as we care and grow with our children that are uniquely amazing, wonderful and mysterious all at once.

Though my daughter is older and does not have a diagnosis, I can relate to his stories about his. I find myself thinking, "I remember when Emily was that age and..." It is like he has captured so many of our family experiences and put them out into the world.

Effielyn ,

Heartwarming and real

I love keeping up with Tess and learning from this family. As a fellow rare disease parent, it’s so comforting to hear from others who get it. Tune in for a smile and some life lessons.

ashley (tony's mom) ,

Beautiful every week

Bo speaks with authenticity, grace and wisdom about Tess, the unique challenges he faces as a special needs dad and the unique beauty she embodies. Bravo and thank you — for giving special needs parents and caregivers a sense they are not alone, and for giving Tess a voice.

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