The Unexpected Parenting Podcast

What happens when parenting takes an unexpected turn—not once, but twice?In this episode, I sit down with a mom whose two young children are each navigating very different journeys. Her 5-year-old was recently diagnosed with Noonan syndrome, ADHD, and autism. Her 2-year-old was born with heterotaxy and other congenital heart defects and has already faced a complex medical journey.We talk about the uncertainty that comes with unexpected diagnoses, advocating for your children, navigating medical and developmental challenges, and finding strength and hope along the way.This is a real and honest conversation about parenting, resilience, and learning to embrace the unexpected.I'm so glad you're here. ❤️

What is it like to raise a blended family of eight children while navigating very different parenting journeys? In this episode, I sit down with an incredible mom who shares her family's story. Two of her young adult sons have followed very different paths—one has autism, and another has Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) and was diagnosed with ophthalmic tumors as a young child, leading to significant medical and physical challenges. We talk about building a blended family, advocating for children with different needs, balancing the demands of a large family, and finding hope through life's unexpected turns.

In this first episode of The Unexpected Parenting Podcast, I sit down with Tanya to talk about her journey raising a son with Down syndrome. Tonya shares the joys and challenges of navigating medical complexities, advocating for her son, and raising four children, much of that time as a single mom.This conversation is filled with honesty, resilience, hope, and the lessons she's learned along the way. Whether you're a parent of a child with disabilities or simply looking for encouragement, I know you'll be inspired by Tonya's story.You're not alone on this journey. 💛