EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 30 MIN
Speak up for your kids! The power of advocacy through ACEs, trauma, and developmental challenges with Paula Yost
from Healing Hearts: Parenting with Purpose-Support for Resilient Families, Support for Parents, Childhood Trauma Advocacy · host Parents Speak Up for Kids
Send us Fan Mail“How can I advocate for my kid when everything seems to be against me?” “How do adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) affect kids, and how can we help them recover?” — Advocacy is tough and often feels like an uphill battle. Whether you’re raising a child who has experienced foster care, a child with developmental challenges, or a child recovering from trauma, advocacy is crucial to ensuring that they receive the support and opportunities they need. It’s also difficult. That’s why today, Kayla Richerson speaks with Paula Yost, an attorney, advocate, counselor, and both a biological and adoptive mother. Paula shares her experience advocating for her own kids, explains how advocating can completely change the outlook of a child’s life, and encourages us to speak up, even when it’s hard. Paula reminds us that a single supportive, caring, and loving adult can completely change a child’s life. If you’re struggling to advocate for your child, receive the care you need, or build a support system, Paula’s practical advice and uplifting story is sure to help you get on the path to success.💬Get In Touch:Send Us A [email protected]🚨Need More Resources?👉Visit Our Website👉Check Out Our Socials: @speakupforkids👉Are You Local To Palm Beach? See Our Events Page!👉Need More? Our Programs🧑Connect With Paula Yost:👉 Website: paulayost.com 👉 Instagram: @paulajyostauthor🎙️Want To Be Featured?👉 Email Us: [email protected]#healingheartspodcast #parentingpodcast #traumainformedparenting #childadvocacy #fostercareawareness #adversechildhoodexperiences #specialneedsparenting #fosteryouth #traumarecovery #parentsupport #childdevelopment #parentingtools #educationaladvocacy #mentalhealthawareness #familysupport #traumainformedcare #empoweredparents #parentadvocate #healingfromtrauma #hopeandhealing #speakupforkids #speakup #fostercare @parentsspeakupforkids
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Send us Fan Mail “How can I advocate for my kid when everything seems to be against me?” “How do adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) affect kids, and how can we help them recover?” — Advocacy is tough and often feels like an uphill battle. Whether you’re raising a child who has experienced foster care, a child with developmental challenges, or a child recovering from trauma, advocacy is crucial to ensuring that they receive the support and opportunities they need. It’s also difficult. That’s...
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