Parenting Through Aphasia with Lauren Schwabish

Guest: Lauren Schwabish, MS, CCC-SLPEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/parenting-through-aphasiaParenting comes with its own set of challenges, and when aphasia enters the picture, those challenges can become even more complex. In this episode of Brainstorms, Lauren Schwabish, MS, CCC-SLP, joins host Renee Garrett, MSEd, CCC-SLP, CBIS, to explore what it’s like for parents living with aphasia while raising children at home.You’ll hear real stories about navigating everyday conversations, staying connected with family, and balancing recovery with parenthood. Lauren and Renee share practical strategies, emotional insights, and resources that can help families maintain meaningful communication and strong bonds.This conversation highlights resilience, creativity, and the love that keeps families moving forward together.About the Guest: Lauren Schwabish, MS, CCC-SLP, is the owner of Neuro Speech Services, a private practice based in Northern Virginia, specializing in person-centered assessment and treatment of cognitive-communicative disorders related to stroke, acquired brain injury, mild cognitive impairment, ADHD, and other neurologic and neurodegenerative conditions. She has over 25 years of experience working in hospitals and acute rehabilitation centers. She is passionate about providing meaningful and accessible health education about the brain to patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Lauren is committed to empowering communities with evidence-based information and best practices in brain health behaviors.Mentioned in this episode:Register for the Aphasia Discourse Conference on June 7