Parenting Disabled Kids in a Multicultural Household w/Siris Rivas-Verdejo

Siris Rivas-Verdejo is the host of Choosing a Different Future Podcast. She grew up in a household with parents from different backgrounds raising multiple kids with various disabilities.Siris helps families communicate effectively within themselves. She also uses tools and strategies that empower families to navigate parenting challenges within their families.In this episode, Siris, a speech-language pathologist and family communication expert shares her insights on how solo moms can effectively communicate with their children, especially those with certain disabilities.If you are a solo mom of multiple children and struggling to communicate effectively with them, this episode is for you. Siris's practical advice will help you build stronger relationships with your children and create a more harmonious home environment.Here are some of the key takeaways from the interview:It is important to be intentional about communication. Make time for regular conversations with your children, even if it's just for a few minutes each day.Use visuals to help your children communicate. This could include things like color-coded schedules.Get help understanding your child's IEPBe patient and understanding. It may take some time for your children to learn new communication skills.I encourage you to listen to this episode especially if you have children who are disabled. Siris's insights can help you improve your communication with your children and create a more harmonious family environment. Plus...Listen to your "inner knowing" (20:23)Set an example for your kids by prioritizing self-care (20:59)Connect with Siris: Instagram | Website | YouTube | PodcastBio: Siris Raquel Rivas-Verdejo is the owner of Empowering Light Language, LLC, where she creates a nurturing and expansive space for people to access their true selves and increase their awareness around communication, interpersonal relationships, culture, health, body awareness and choice, to name a few. She infuses energetic modalities into her services as a Family-Child Coach, Speech-Language Pathologist, and Learning-Behavioral Specialist with cutting-edge psychology and results-driven empowering tools and strategies.Don't parent alone. Connect with other solo moms in our community. Need a one-on-one? Book a complimentary chat with me or contact: [email protected] | WhatsApp: +1 917-994-1329Watch expert interviews on YouTube @solomomstalktv | Grab some free resources on our website: Solo Mom On Purposehttps://solomomstalk.mysites.io/podcast-2-copy/parenting-special-needs-kids-in-a-multicultural-household-w-siris-rivas-verdejo This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free. Mentioned in this episode:Don't Parent in SilenceHello Solo Moms. As a solo mom of three adult sons, I understand the challenges you face on a daily basis. As a mentor, my mission is to help you shift your mindset and... This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit francisj.substack.com