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Helen Wills' daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 9. Helen shares the realities of living with Type 1 Diabetes, the added worries of having a child with the condition, and the misunderstandings people place on those who have to manage it.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Everything changed for Mary Ann and her family on December 20, 2017. She got a call that no mom wants to receive - her daughter collapsed on the playground. Mary Ann later found out that her daughter, Claire, has transverse myelitis. Listen in as Mary Ann shares the difficult process of coping with such a serious diagnosis and helping her young daughter manage paralysis. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Veronica Slater faced the horrible tragedy of losing her husband while a young mother. She shares why grief doesn't neatly fit into "five stages." Veronica and Emily also offer strategies for helping you and your kids to grieve in a healthy way. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Some IEPs just don't translate well to virtual schooling. Patty Maxwell, a licensed behavioral specialist, provides strategies for families to effectively engage the school and get to a solution that works for everybody.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Corey Hollemeyer is an HR & Inclusion Consultant and mother of two, beautiful girls. Her oldest is autistic and her youngest is likely autistic as well. Corey shares how everyone benefits when there is neurodiversity in our schools and workplaces. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Blain Wease felt like a misfit from the very beginning of his life. He's a natural risk taker who didn't fit in with his family, at school, or a "traditional" job. In adulthood, he found the freedom to be himself and is now thriving as a father, husband, and entrepreneur.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Michael Weingarth founded the first neuro-psychological tutoring company. He and Emily discuss why the quest for measurable outcomes has steered us away from fostering students' true potential. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Jennifer Beitz admits that she wasn't always a rockstar parent, especially in the early years. However, through self reflection and dealing with her limiting beliefs, she grew into a confident mother. Listen as Jennifer shares how to do the necessary "inner work" to thrive as a parent. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Nathan was born with Cerebral Palsy and turned his adversity into his advantage. He shares with Emily how negative labels often lead to loneliness. He wants everyone to know that labels DON'T define us. And when we have no labels, we have no limits. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Hunter Hansen was diagnosed with autism at age 16. Today, he is a full-time data visualization professional, husband, and father. He shares his personal journey of initially struggling with the label to now openly advocating for the autistic community. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Oleg Lougheed has overcome the odds. He was born into an abusive household and adopted into an American family at the age of 12. It took him 3 years to learn English and fully acclimate to his new country. Oleg shares his inspiring story of perseverance and positivity. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Judy Arnall, BA, CCFE, DTM is a certified brain and child development specialist and a bestselling author. She shares how everyone can use non-punitive parenting to raise responsible children with lasting family relationships. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Dr. Elyssa is a chiropractor and host of the Balancing Holistic Mommas podcast. She's on a mission to help educate families about all things health and wellness. Elyssa and Emily talk through 5 easy-to-implement strategies to stay healthy while schooling and working from home. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Getting a job was already hard enough, then a global pandemic hit. Austin Belcak, founder of CultivatedCulture.com, helps people land jobs they love without traditional experience and without applying online. He and Emily talk through a proven, game-changing process for getting hired.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Zak Weinstein was diagnosed with Focal Dystonia at the age of 8, a condition that disrupts the communication between his brain and arms. Rather than focusing on his DISability, he celebrates his Abilities, particularly as an avid tennis player.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Tori Mikos is a SAHM and the author of the Politics of Parenting blog. She was blown away when her open letter about the struggles of virtual learning went viral, even garnering the attention of Good Morning America. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

A single mom of two boys, Beth Caldwell talks candidly about the ups and downs of motherhood. While there were many times she felt like a failure, she now sees those experiences as blessings in disguise. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

COO of Dynamynd, Nicole Loucks, shares the groundbreaking research showing the strong link between self-efficacy and mental wellness. More specifically, kids who believe they have valuable talents to contribute are at lower risk for mental health struggles. Given its importance, Nicole and Emily talk through ways to increase the self-efficacy in our kids.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Alyssa Dver is Founder & CEO of the American Confidence Institute, author of 7 bestselling books, a TEDx and Boston Best Speaker, and a podcast co-host. Listen in as Alyssa shares the incredible brain science behind confidence. She and Emily also discuss helpful tips for raising confident kids. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com

Imagine going through primary and secondary school without the ability to speak. That is exactly what Jordyn Zimmerman overcame. Diagnosed with autism at an early age, Jordyn is non-speaking. She shares her inspiring story along with her passion for special education reform. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com