The Morning Before the Morning

In this episode of The Habit of Showing Up™, host Kimberly Sparks opens up about the quiet, unseen work that caregivers do before the world even wakes up. She shares her real morning routine as a special-needs mom — waking up early to ground herself in God, prepare Grace’s feeding tube setup, organize her clothing, and create a calm start for a child on the autism spectrum who may wake up joyful… or anxious… or somewhere in between.Kimberly talks about the spiritual discipline behind those early hours, the emotional weight of unpredictable mornings, and how choosing to show up — mind, body, and spirit — becomes both an anchor and a lifeline. She also shares how movement and fitness, including her 5 AM cycling classes, help her stay strong for her daughter and for herself.If you’re a caregiver, a special-needs parent, or someone trying to build a life rooted in faith and resilience, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone — and that the quiet habits you build before sunrise matter more than you think.