33. Parenting "Seasons" and What's It's Like When Your Child Regresses

This week's episode was going to be something light hearted. But in an effort to keep it real, I did an abrupt about face and changed the topic completely because I’m not feeling particularly light hearted today. I’m actually feeling a little heavy hearted to be honest.  This episode is about how it feels when your intellectually disabled child regresses, cognitively. Not a particularly fun topic, but I think it's an important one.  I feel like there might be traces of toxic positivity and ableism in this episode. I hope not, but maybe? I'm working hard to check myself because internalized ableism runs deep. And when it comes to advocating for my daughter, sometimes I can't see it.  Annnnyway, enjoy! LOL!  Check out the Mama Bear Podcast Here. **** This podcast was recorded in Garageband and edited by Lisa Thornbury. Read more and find the transcript for this episode at averybrightlife.com. And, come chat with us on social! No seriously, c'mon over! It's fun there. Instagram: @LisaThornbury Facebook: aVERY Bright life (formerly Forever In Mom Genes) Twitter: @LisaThornbury Questions or Partnership Inquiries: [email protected] Have a comment, question, episode suggestion or just want to say hello? We’d love to hear from you! Message us old-timey style by commenting on our podcast page. Or show us your techie and leave an AUDIO message via the Anchor messaging button! We might even use your voice message in an upcoming episode! Thanks for listening. 💜