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Molly is an autism consultant, she works with parents who have children that have been diagnosed with autism, she was actually was an autism teacher, and found herself spending  her days in the classroom, and her evenings, chatting it up with my students/parents who were texting and calling and say "hey, my daughter/ son is doing XY and Z at home, can you help me?She finally I asked herself who's supporting the parents, and decided to start my own business and make a switch from supporting the kids to supporting the parents.  Be sure to check out her services.And of course if you need any IEP help click hereSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

Listen in on the cliff notes version of Fred Marvel and his families journey with autism. They just moved to Philadelphia when we recorded this with his wife and 3 boys(4,8,12).  Their oldest Alex is  diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing disorder.He has a podcast also if you want to hear more about his experiences as a dad, take a listen here. Thank you for taking the time to listen.  Have a great day!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

Introducing Jennifer Howitt, she  worked as a nurse up until last year, and now stays home with her two kids. Her four year old is non speaking autistic, he got his diagnosis at age two. And she also has have a one and a half year old, her and her hubby Michael enjoy raising these two and going on lots of outdoor adventures.You can find her hanging out on instagram @divergentroots.Thanks for listening,MarkeishaSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

Heather was five years old when she first knew she wanted to be a teacher, at 16 years old that she realized that special education was her calling and is  most happy working with individuals with disabilities.  She is currently teaching transition age young adults (18-22 years old) teaching them  Community, life skills, and vocational skills.It is important to get a blueprint on what is to come so that we can best prepare for out child's future.For more information on transition IEP click hereAnd for IEP Consults click hereThank you for listening!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

As the parent of an autistic teenager, Aaron Wright believes that all children have a right to equal access in education. When his daughter was initially denied access to special education supports, Aaron began a quest to expose the flaws within the system that harm disabled children and deny them access to an appropriate education.His award-winning memoir, Thirteen Doors: A Family’s Fight for Equal Access to Education, offers inspiration, hope, and hard-won insights for all parents who believe that disabled kids should get the education they deserve. Check out more!And if you need help with your child's IEP get on the calendar.Thank you for listening!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

In this episode Lindsay-  Special education teacher•special education tutor•mom of two special needs children•wanderluster talks about traveling with her 3 children, 2 which have a disability.  One of their latest adventures was in Alaska. Make sure to listen out for the 3 tips she has on getting out there!She also has a background in special education and has a tutoring service that takes your child's needs (and IEP) into tailoring a program just for you!Thank you for listening and leave a 5 star review!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

Do you ever feel like your life is going by too quickly? Are you constantly trying to pick up the pieces and you just don't know, excuse me how to keep up. If this sounds like something you're dealing with, here are a few tools, you need to lower your stress and get the job done. These steps are not painful, and they won't take up all of your time, their path to success that nearly every person can do prior to the start of the school year! Plus 10 things to do for your child who has an IEP before school starts.  If you would like to get an IEP Review before the new year here is the calendar.Thank so much for listening, and for a 5 star review.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

In this bonus episode I was interviewed by the founder of the Master IEP Coach program Catherine Whitcher.We discussed the unique situation parents who are fostering/adopting a child with any disability, and how they can show up for them even when they may not hold their educational or medical rights.To book an IEP Consult click hereAnd a five star review would be greatly appreciated!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

Did you know that you already have what you need in you to be an Empowered Parent?  Yes, you do!  You may just need a nudge to put it into action and that is what this short podcast is going to give you.5 things that you can do today, plus wait until the end for 3 ways to celebrate your child's milestones!For more tips join the Empowered Parent NewsletterThank you for listening and leave a 5 star review if you found this valuable.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

This episode we talk with our first child with a disability on the show Isaiah (Vision) Bingham and his parentsIsaiah was born with a condition called Bilateral Optic Nerve Coloboma. This is a condition where he had holes right through the optic nerve before the complete forming of the eyes. His mother noticed instantly, at birth, that his sight was different. Isaiah was declared legally blind at two months old. Although, told by one of his first vision specialist, that Isaiah would only be able to swim, we quickly dismissed that assumption and pushed him to his limits.You will want to stay tuned and listen to how Isaiah plays tackle football and  had four and a half sacks, five force fumbles, two recoveries and eleven tackles for a loss, how's that for being legally blind...For more information on Isaiah story, clothing line, and upcoming book...check out the website  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

In 2016, Ellie's world was forever changed when her daughter was born without the chromosomal disorder doctors had told her to expect. God used this event to change Ellie's heart and lead her down the path of adopting a baby with Down syndrome. Ellie is now passionate about spreading the message that EVERY child is an Image Bearer. You can purchase your copy at Image BearerGet in contact with Ellie hereThank you so much for listening

In this bonus episode I talk with Master IEP Coach founder Catherine Whitcher about the importance of building relationships at the IEP Table.  If you would like an IEP Consults let's get it on the calendar today!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

In this episode we will be talking about parent guilt. Whether you are a raising a child with a disability or a neurotypical child. It's going to happen.We walk through this and give several ways to make it through this feeling so we can show up best for ourselves and kiddos.For more tips become an empowered parent by joining the weekly newsletter and leave a five star review. Thanks for listening.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

In this episode I get the chance to introduce you to one of your child's IEP team members... the school psychologist.  In an effort to get the parent and the team to see each other and what their roles are at the IEP table so that they kiddo can make the best progress as possible.This happens when there is clear and consistent communication amongst the team members.  If you are looking to partner with me for an IEP consult, let's do this, get on the calendar here.See you next week!

In this episode I talk with Noah Hamm.  He gives us first hand knowledge of living with cerebral palsy and about his experiences growing up in the special education system.Now as an adult he has a lot to say on how we can together help younger kiddos with disabilities have more inclusive opportunities.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

In this episode I take you on the journey of how I was a special education teacher, turned foster, and how my son was diagnosed with autism through the adoption process, and why this is important for you to know that I know what you are going through.I was told that I wouldn't have a 2% chance of ever having kids. And if you've seen any of my social media, you see that I have four beautiful kiddos!I want to walk your journey with you... join the weekly empowered parent newsletter  if you like this episode go ahead and write a 5 star review.See you next week!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

In this episode I chat with my dad, Mark Naulls Sr. on how he an Josiah built their special bond.  He gives some simple yet powerful advice to other families on how they can connect with their family member that has a disability, in our case Josiah is autistic and was in foster care prior to us adopting him so there were many adjustments.These two are really besties!Thank you so much for listening, please subscribe and leave a 5 star review.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

In this episode we talk to the founder of I Can Teach Nina Yanez about how and why she decided to take her son out of the public school system and home school now all 3 of her kiddos.  We had this discussion back in August of 2020, however we were going to be having another session with Nina and I wanted you guys to be caught up when we do.She share her insights and tips on how she got started, it's all about what works best for your family and this was her choice for hers and she has been very successful at it.Please check out her website I Can TeachFor more info on IEP consults, travel, and upcoming IEP parent course If you liked this episode leave a 5 star review, thanks in advance.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

Making sure that data collection and progress monitoring continues is super important.  Progress monitoring requires continuous data collection to guide instruction and provide information to monitor the IEP goals.Be sure to listen to the end as I give you 3 simple ways to collect data for your child's IEP at home that will help support the concerns or celebrations of your child's IEP goals.If you would like to partner with me for your child's IEP be sure to get on the calendar.Thank you again for taking a listen, if you found this information useful, please leave a 5 star review!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)

In this episode we talk to the Mental Wellness Expert Dr. Nicole Arkadie on an common thing that parents have shared upon learning about their child's diagnosis and that is grief.  Not in the terms of wishing they had a different child, or that they have lost something,  it comes from a deep love of not knowing how to help and what will the future hold for their baby.Grief is only one part of the process, with the end being acceptance.  Take a listen as Dr. Nicole Arkadie walks us through the steps.Dr. Nicole Arkadie is a Mom of three beautiful children, an International Speaker, Professor, Mental Health Therapist, Wellness Coach, a Business Owner of a thriving mental health group therapy practice, Arkadie Counseling & Wellness Center, and a fast-selling author of inspirational books for women. If you want to take a listen to her podcast it can be found on:https://nicolearkadie.com/Be sure to subscribe and leave a review.  Thank you for joining us today!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/markeishahall)