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]]> Show Finale: Celebrating 100 Episodes! | Emily Melious, Cameron Suorsa, and Olivia Whiteman Show Finale: Celebrating 100 Episodes! | Emily Melious, Cameron Suorsa, and Olivia Whiteman 00:18:32 a6036fa0-27e1-4f95-bd27-60ba31cb45a6 Emily Melious 101 bonus false https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/show-finale-celebrating-100-episodes-emily-melious-cameron-suorsa-olivia-whiteman Tue, 05 Apr 2022 11:42:37 +0000 Empathy Consultant, Liesel Mindrebo Mertes, talks candidly about the process of grieving the death of a child. She also shares how we - as colleagues, friends, family members, and neighbors - can support those in our community who are suffering loss.

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]]> Dealing with the Loss of a Child | Liesel Mindrebo Mertes Dealing with the Loss of a Child | Liesel Mindrebo Mertes 00:32:48 e37eccf6-753a-470b-988a-1c324825fd63 Emily Melious 100 full false https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/100-dealing-with-the-loss-of-a-child-liesel-mindrebo-mertes Tue, 29 Mar 2022 11:30:11 +0000 Debi Lewis spent years trying to get an accurate diagnosis for her daughter - something other than "failure to thrive." She shares the challenges of navigating a broken medical system and the journey her family went through to finally get answers.

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]]> Overcoming a "Failure to Thrive" Diagnosis | Debi Lewis Overcoming a "Failure to Thrive" Diagnosis | Debi Lewis 00:21:44 eaeea067-d95d-4584-bcb9-29caebaa7a91 Emily Melious 99 full false https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/99-overcoming-a-failure-to-thrive-diagnosis-debi-lewis Tue, 22 Mar 2022 12:30:05 +0000 Emily and Megan talk about how to stop the power struggles and explosions in our homes and, instead, positively channel the energy of our strong-willed and highly sensitive kids.

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]]> Parenting a Strong-Willed Child | Megan Barella Parenting a Strong-Willed Child | Megan Barella 00:23:19 4f207a19-0851-4d2e-bbeb-366bd5373538 Emily Melious 98 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-strong-willed-child-megan-barella Tue, 15 Mar 2022 09:00:28 +0000 Jill Laudati is the co-author of Itchy Brain and a Speech Language Pathologist. She shares the life lessons she's gained by supporting her husband and two boys, all of whom have ADHD. 

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]]> A Positive Outlook on ADHD | Jill Laudati A Positive Outlook on ADHD | Jill Laudati 00:24:26 b8344299-8039-4a83-9948-950e52633f11 Emily Melious 97 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/a-positive-outlook-on-adhd-jill-laudati Tue, 08 Mar 2022 12:34:12 +0000 Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant™, Bethany Gettis, talks about common food allergies and how to find out if your child has one.

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]]> Dealing with Food Allergies | Bethany Gettis Dealing with Food Allergies | Bethany Gettis 00:20:59 80df26de-126d-458e-b3d0-da08e6798563 Emily Melious 96 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/dealing-with-food-allergies-bethany-gettis Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:00:39 +0000 Luke Gilligan was diagnosed with Bipolar 1 disorder in his first year of college. He candidly talks about approaching his parents for help, finding the right medication, and managing his diagnosis on a daily basis.

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]]> Thriving as a Bipolar College Student | Luke Gilligan Thriving as a Bipolar College Student | Luke Gilligan 00:24:19 da73b0c1-5db4-4e0d-a3bd-f97bd3b02c62 Emily Melious 95 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/thriving-as-a-bipolar-college-student-luke-gilligan Tue, 22 Feb 2022 12:55:16 +0000 Master IEP Coach, Shelley Kenow, tells us what to expect in the IEP process and how to successfully advocate for our child's unique needs in school.

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]]> Mastering the IEP Process | Shelley Kenow Mastering the IEP Process | Shelley Kenow 00:32:07 a98373eb-fbd9-460b-a708-64d2d24ca921 Emily Melious 94 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/mastering-the-iep-process-shelley-kenow Tue, 15 Feb 2022 13:29:06 +0000 Having no biological children of her own, Debbie Ausburn has "collected" 7 children and 10 grandchildren. She speaks to the challenges and rewards of raising other people's kids.

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]]> Raising Other People's Children | Debbie Ausburn Raising Other People's Children | Debbie Ausburn 00:21:50 84beae0f-930a-4d94-9559-69c05a9d139f Emily Melious 93 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/raising-other-peoples-children-debbie-ausburn Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:40:06 +0000 Susan Landers, M.D. shares her personal story of helping her daughter overcome anorexia. Listen in as Susan and Emily talk through the risk factors, warning signs, and treatments for eating disorders.

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]]> Parenting a Child with an Eating Disorder | Susan Landers, M.D. Parenting a Child with an Eating Disorder | Susan Landers, M.D. 00:22:39 11067e6a-2188-42db-a151-8e5aabd19899 Emily Melious 92 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-an-eating-disorder-susan-landers-m-d Tue, 01 Feb 2022 12:00:13 +0000 Despite the smiling faces, a family photography session is usually a chaotic, stressful scene. The pressure to capture the "perfect shot" is amplified when your child has special needs. Professional Photographer, Don Orkoskey, shares how to make a family photograph session a positive experience for everyone.

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]]> Making Family Photos a Positive Experience | Don Orkoskey Making Family Photos a Positive Experience | Don Orkoskey 00:26:10 1218cf21-314a-4a03-8f87-7693543bfeb5 Emily Melious 91 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/making-family-photos-a-positive-experience-don-orkoskey Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:00:09 +0000 Kathryn Garforth, Ph. D. is an Educational Consultant specializing in Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Autism and other Low Incidence Special Needs. Diagnosed with dyslexia, dysgraphia, & dyscalculia in grade school, her journey through the educational system was not an easy one. Kathryn shares practical advice for obtaining an accurate diagnosis for kids with learning disabilities and finding the support they need.

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]]> Parenting a Child with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, & Dyscalculia | Kathryn Garforth, Ph.D. Parenting a Child with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, & Dyscalculia | Kathryn Garforth, Ph.D. 00:26:19 f0bf86f2-fe20-47cf-92d3-dbc856841f88 Emily Melious 90 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-dyslexia-dysgraphia-dyscalculia-kathryn-garforth-ph-d Tue, 18 Jan 2022 10:00:14 +0000 Luke Gilligan is a sophomore Entrepreneurship major at Grove City College. He candidly shares his experiences of growing up with ADHD and managing his diagnosis - including medication - in college. 

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]]> Succeeding in College with ADHD | Luke Gilligan Succeeding in College with ADHD | Luke Gilligan 00:28:21 c09f0ed0-10fd-456b-a724-fd4ccf06a650 Emily Melious 89 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/succeeding-in-college-with-adhd-luke-gilligan Tue, 11 Jan 2022 10:00:08 +0000 Dr. Alisa Minkin is a pediatrician and mother to six adult children, one of whom has a rare diagnosis. She shares her journey of getting answers for her daughter, finding support from other parents along the way, and using her life experiences to become a better pediatrician. 

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]]> A Pediatrician's Perspective on Advocating for Misfits | Dr. Alisa Minkin, MD A Pediatrician's Perspective on Advocating for Misfits | Dr. Alisa Minkin, MD 00:17:56 0ef04659-a402-471f-a56a-2a9fba56d08f Emily Melious 88 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/a-pediatricians-perspective-on-advocating-for-misfits-dr-alisa-minkin-md Tue, 04 Jan 2022 10:00:08 +0000 With a Masters in Education Leadership, Christina Forgeron has been an educator on three continents across grades 2-9 over the last 25 years. Christina and Emily talk about how to make homework time more effective (and with less tears!). 

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]]> Effective Homework Strategies | Christina Forgeron Effective Homework Strategies | Christina Forgeron 00:18:28 d5bfb371-9e68-4a3e-adb4-7de38daf0837 Emily Melious 87 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/effective-homework-strategies-christina-forgeron Tue, 28 Dec 2021 10:00:09 +0000 Gladys Simen is a Life Coach for working moms. Listen in as she and Emily discuss simple strategies for busy, maxed-out mothers to rest and recharge. 

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]]> How to Recharge our Mom Batteries | Gladys Simen How to Recharge our Mom Batteries | Gladys Simen 00:21:37 e29d28e2-f582-492d-a2bc-4612db1b0081 Emily Melious 86 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-recharge-our-mom-batteries-gladys-simen Tue, 21 Dec 2021 10:00:11 +0000 Matt Oxenreiter is a Certified Financial Planner and the founder of Midway Financial. He has 4 adult children, one of whom has Down Syndrome. Matt and Emily discuss practical strategies that can be used to provide financial security for all children, and particularly those with special needs.

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]]> Financial Planning for Special Needs | Matt Oxenreiter Financial Planning for Special Needs | Matt Oxenreiter 00:33:08 53fce4ec-b5a6-4f02-84a6-78d07ad4a724 Emily Melious 85 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/financial-planning-for-special-needs-matt-oxenreiter Tue, 14 Dec 2021 10:00:16 +0000 Danielle Boris has a bachelor's degree in tech, an MBA in entrepreneurship, and is the founder and CEO of a SaaS company. She talks about how parents can encourage girls and minorities to go wherever their dreams take them, including the tech industry.

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]]> Girls in Tech | Danielle Boris Girls in Tech | Danielle Boris 00:20:54 f98c7837-8ce5-45be-88ea-1bc3aff15a53 Emily Melious 84 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/girls-in-tech-danielle-boris Tue, 07 Dec 2021 10:07:42 +0000 Sivan Hong authors and illustrates the children’s book series, The Super Fun Day Books. These inspiring books focus on neurodiverse children, who overcome their challenges with perseverance and bravery. Listen in as Sivan and Emily talk about the power of books to normalize neurodiversity. 

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]]> Normalizing Neurodiversity | Sivan Hong Normalizing Neurodiversity | Sivan Hong 00:21:32 8980c768-fab4-477b-a794-7b0d853235d7 Emily Melious 83 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/normalizing-neurodiversity-sivan-hong Tue, 30 Nov 2021 10:00:32 +0000 Shaun's entire career is inspired by his own misfit story. His mom always encouraged him to embrace his uniqueness. Now, as a Youth Performance Development Professional and Entrepreneur, he helps misfit youth do the same. 

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]]> How to improve our kids' self-efficacy | Shaun Banks How to improve our kids' self-efficacy | Shaun Banks 00:24:47 06db346b-dcd9-4969-9c5e-7c332444c616 Emily Melious 82 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-improve-our-kids-self-efficacy-shaun-banks Tue, 23 Nov 2021 10:00:13 +0000 Gelly Asovski is a Child and family therapist, EMDR Consultant, and Registered Play Therapy Supervisor who specializes in play therapy. She shares why play is the answer to many of the problems in our homes. Emily and Gelly also talk through simple strategies for infusing play into our everyday lives. 

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]]> Parenting Advice from a Play Therapist | Gelly Asovski Parenting Advice from a Play Therapist | Gelly Asovski 00:18:21 c5898227-4c84-4b84-8f97-1b8d747662f2 Emily Melious 81 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-advice-from-a-play-therapist-gelly-asovski Tue, 16 Nov 2021 10:04:09 +0000 Marty Wolner, a Healthy Anger Coach, shares practical strategies for both parents and kids to channel their anger in healthy - rather than destructive - ways. 

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]]> Helping Our Kids Express Healthy Anger | Marty Wolner Helping Our Kids Express Healthy Anger | Marty Wolner 00:27:58 6f2508bd-c617-4fc2-9a69-fa6f8068ba2c Emily Melious 80 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/helping-our-kids-express-healthy-anger-marty-wolner Tue, 09 Nov 2021 10:00:12 +0000 Sara-Louise Ackrill, founder of Wired Differently, talks about the connection between executive functioning and self-esteem. She also shares personal stories of managing autism and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD).

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]]> The Link Between Executive Functioning and Self Esteem | Sara-Louise Ackrill The Link Between Executive Functioning and Self Esteem | Sara-Louise Ackrill 00:22:11 f6059967-0939-46f7-8477-1a12425518ff Emily Melious 79 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/the-link-between-executive-functioning-and-self-esteem-sara-louise-ackrill Tue, 02 Nov 2021 09:00:14 +0000 Ever wonder what Emily was like as a kid? This is your opportunity to find out! Listen in as Emily's mom, Darla Main, tells all - including some embarrassing stories!

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]]> The Mother of All Misfits | Darla Main The Mother of All Misfits | Darla Main 00:21:54 dbaacf32-209d-460c-b07e-4bb2851debae Emily Melious 78 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/the-mother-of-all-misfits-darla-main Tue, 26 Oct 2021 12:06:34 +0000 Jenny Landgren shares her painful and difficult journey of leaving a toxic marriage with three young children. Listen in as she talks through her process of forgiving and rediscovering herself. 

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]]> Navigating an Abusive Relationship | Jenny Landgren Navigating an Abusive Relationship | Jenny Landgren 00:17:46 69e412b4-c4c4-48cd-b888-7300d5f66659 Emily Melious 77 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/navigating-an-abusive-relationship-jenny-landgren Tue, 19 Oct 2021 09:00:09 +0000 Katie Yakich's motto is: "Don't take life too seriously." In 2021, she and her husband decided to homeschool their two boys. In true Katie fashion, they are homeschooling in their own way, through cross-country travel and in-person learning experiences. 

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]]> Homeschooling on the Road | Katie Yakich Homeschooling on the Road | Katie Yakich 00:20:23 622d530e-fde0-4064-94e3-e1635f2fcafb Emily Melious 76 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/homeschooling-on-the-road-katie-yakich Tue, 12 Oct 2021 12:30:05 +0000 Jenny Landgren has faced many challenges as a mother, including navigating an abusive marriage while raising her three, young kids. Jenny and Emily talk about turning hardship into growth and, most importantly, learning to let go. 

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]]> The Importance of Letting Go | Jenny Landgren The Importance of Letting Go | Jenny Landgren 00:21:02 2138deb0-dc70-4cc8-bdd0-7135af6ad9e2 Emily Melious 75 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/the-importance-of-letting-go-jenny-landgren Tue, 05 Oct 2021 09:00:08 +0000 After working in schools for over 20 years in mental health and resilience, Connie talks about the importance of bringing the hurting closer, rather than pushing them away.

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]]> Parenting a Child with Oppositional Defiance | Connie Jakab Parenting a Child with Oppositional Defiance | Connie Jakab 00:22:15 0a6b69bd-f1c9-4cf8-9273-1e29d0020441 Emily Melious 74 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-oppositional-defiance-connie-jakab Tue, 28 Sep 2021 09:00:06 +0000 Andre Brisson was diagnosed with ADHD, Aspergers, and Giftedness late in life. He now helps high-achieving ADHD individuals understand and celebrate their true self.

Andre is the host a new podcast, The Impulsive Thinker, where he is beginning to interview high achieving ADHD entrepreneurs to help people convert their ADHD symptoms into their strengths.

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]]> Parenting a Child with ADHD | Andre Brisson Parenting a Child with ADHD | Andre Brisson 00:24:32 8432177a-571c-4e2c-bea8-32e9329a8c3f Emily Melious 73 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-adhd-andre-brisson Tue, 21 Sep 2021 09:00:06 +0000 Brandon Fong is an entrepreneur, author, podcast host, and marketing nerd who always felt like a misfit. He shares how he capitalized on his uniqueness to be successful in life. 

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]]> From Misfit to Millennial Entrepreneur | Brandon Fong From Misfit to Millennial Entrepreneur | Brandon Fong 00:27:07 29ba40f3-0cea-4b0e-96af-523cfa98fd62 Emily Melious 72 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/from-misfit-to-millennial-entrepreneur-brandon-fong Tue, 13 Jul 2021 09:01:26 +0000 Mona Delahooke, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 30 years of experience caring for children and their families. Mona and Emily talk about reclaiming the term "misfit" and redefining what it means to be "typical."

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]]> Who are you calling a misfit? | Dr. Mona Delahooke Who are you calling a misfit? | Dr. Mona Delahooke 00:35:41 0303a4b5-cdb7-4434-860c-233f72d14045 Emily Melious 71 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/who-are-you-calling-a-misfit-dr-mona-delahooke Tue, 06 Jul 2021 09:00:13 +0000 Andy and Emily share practical ways to set our kids up for success in school and life by developing a growth mindset.

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]]> How to foster a Growth Mindset in our Kids | Andy Storch How to foster a Growth Mindset in our Kids | Andy Storch 00:25:33 9bb3b628-520b-4d6a-959a-90c07ea36e73 Emily Melious 70 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-foster-a-growth-mindset-in-our-kids-andy-storch Tue, 29 Jun 2021 09:00:15 +0000 Ashley Farrar was diagnosed with ADHD soon after her daughter was diagnosed with autism. After receiving conflicting advice from doctors, Ashley talks about her decision to trust her instincts as a parent and tune into her family's unique needs.

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]]> Parenting on your terms | Ashley Farrar Parenting on your terms | Ashley Farrar 00:23:56 db1c72d3-7565-424b-be55-bc965b80ad4c Emily Melious 69 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-on-your-terms-ashley-farrar Tue, 22 Jun 2021 09:01:04 +0000 Dayna Abraham was in shock as she sat across from the school principal and was told, "You need to find out what's wrong with your son." Soon after, Dayna discovered that her son has Sensory Processing Disorder. Listen in as Dayna shares simple strategies for empowering our kids to express their needs.

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]]> Parenting a child with Sensory Processing Disorder | Dayna Abraham Parenting a child with Sensory Processing Disorder | Dayna Abraham 00:24:53 4bcb3d2a-e8e7-4217-98c1-77a34c9e4a8b Emily Melious 68 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-sensory-processing-disorder-dayna-abraham Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000 Jaime knew something was wrong with her health during her pregnancy, but couldn't figure out what. After receiving a diagnosis of celiacs disease, she turned to food as medicine. Listen in as Jaime and Emily discuss simple strategies to foster a nutritious life for the whole family.

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]]> Giving our Kids a Nutritious Life | Jaime Ward Giving our Kids a Nutritious Life | Jaime Ward 00:27:36 3608994b-240b-4fd6-a7c9-c59718569516 Emily Melious 67 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/giving-our-kids-a-nutritious-life-jaime-ward Tue, 08 Jun 2021 09:00:34 +0000 Leeza Woodbury has been through five rounds of IEP meetings for her 5-year-old son, and has many more to come. She shares her tips, tricks, and resources for managing the process successfully.

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]]> How to Plan for the IEP Meeting | Leeza Woodbury How to Plan for the IEP Meeting | Leeza Woodbury 00:22:40 d9a886ec-8f92-40ca-827b-a5f117c0990f Emily Melious 66 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-plan-for-the-iep-meeting-leeza-woodbury Tue, 01 Jun 2021 09:01:21 +0000 When Jason's teenage son started complaining about pain and muscle weakness, he figured it was simply "growing pains." When Logan's symptoms worsened, however, they knew something much more serious was going on. Listen as Jason and Emily talk about managing the rare condition of Juvenile Myositis. 

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]]> Parenting a Child with Juvenile Myositis | Jason Stafford Parenting a Child with Juvenile Myositis | Jason Stafford 00:23:56 d6b46f9e-a9f5-4dde-9703-c0d665030c4b Emily Melious 65 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-juvenile-myositis-jason-stafford Tue, 25 May 2021 09:00:36 +0000 Natalie's joy quickly turned to panic when she looked down at her newborn baby and realized that her hand was not fully formed. Now, several years and several surgeries later, Natalie talks about the incredible process of giving Brielle function in her left hand. 

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]]> Parenting a Child with Symbrachydactyly | Natalie Fries Parenting a Child with Symbrachydactyly | Natalie Fries 00:22:30 24b4693b-dcdc-4bcd-9968-e025c197360d Emily Melious 64 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-symbrachydactyly-natalie-fries Tue, 18 May 2021 09:00:18 +0000 As a foster care parent, Hannah debunks the common myths about foster care. You may be surprised what's true and what's not!

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]]> Myth vs Truth: Foster Care | Hannah Provost Myth vs Truth: Foster Care | Hannah Provost 00:29:56 9093eae2-9a22-450b-812f-706a8c58e976 Emily Melious 63 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/myth-vs-truth-foster-care-hannah-provost Tue, 11 May 2021 09:00:59 +0000 Growing up, Alex Winstanley watched his grandmother struggle with dementia. Inspired to help other kids deal with a family member's long-term illness, he wrote two children's books entitled, "My grandmother has dementia" and "My uncle has depression." Alex and Emily talk about how to support our kids - and ourselves - through these difficult experiences.

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]]> When a Family Member is Diagnosed with Long-Term Illness | Alex Winstanley When a Family Member is Diagnosed with Long-Term Illness | Alex Winstanley 00:21:31 a7900af0-2f8e-4ac8-8e45-f87d7a38292b Emily Melious 62 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/when-a-family-member-is-diagnosed-with-long-term-illness-alex-winstanley Tue, 04 May 2021 09:01:16 +0000 As the parent of a misfit, you're on the "frontlines" of advocating for your child. That can mean a lot of tough conversations. Lindsay Lapaquette, a mom to two kids with disabilities, shares how to pick our battles wisely and let go of the rest. 

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]]> How to Pick Your Battles | Lindsay Lapaquette How to Pick Your Battles | Lindsay Lapaquette 00:26:04 a92d62e3-fea8-404d-9663-416099b1b151 Emily Melious 61 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-pick-your-battles-lindsay-lapaquette Tue, 27 Apr 2021 09:00:09 +0000 As a military wife, Lauren found herself in Japan, overwhelmed and alone with a toddler and an infant. She speaks to the challenges of parenting in isolation and gives strategies for re-creating "the village."

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]]> Life as a Military Mom | Lauren Tamm Life as a Military Mom | Lauren Tamm 00:28:47 98603ae2-7211-4bd4-91e5-6fa4ebd428a5 Emily Melious 60 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/life-as-a-military-mom-lauren-tamm Tue, 20 Apr 2021 09:00:18 +0000 Delia Perry, host of the Girls 4 Greatness Podcast, shares 5 simple strategies to ward off the confidence crisis that often plagues teenage girls. 

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]]> How to Protect Your Teenage Daughter's Confidence | Delia Perry How to Protect Your Teenage Daughter's Confidence | Delia Perry 00:26:29 5713614e-8059-4744-b633-87d935e3b3be Emily Melious 59 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-protect-your-teenage-daughters-confidence-delia-perry Tue, 13 Apr 2021 09:00:47 +0000 Certified Sleep Consultant, Melissa Doman, shares easy-to-implement and effective sleep training strategies that give everyone in your household a good night's rest. 

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]]> Sleep Training That Works | Melissa Doman Sleep Training That Works | Melissa Doman 00:21:09 45745fc0-b1b3-4e75-89d7-ff670c7241e9 Emily Melious 58 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/sleep-training-that-works-melissa-doman Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:03:43 +0000 Audrey and her husband knew something was different about their son moments after his birth. But it took 10 years to get an accurate diagnosis. Join Audrey and Emily as they speak openly about the challenges of raising a child with a rare genetic condition.

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]]> Parenting a child with KAT6A | Audrey Conley Parenting a child with KAT6A | Audrey Conley 00:24:40 d295ac41-cc47-4916-97d1-c3c1d403410c Emily Melious 57 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-kat6a-audrey-conley Tue, 30 Mar 2021 09:00:14 +0000 Casey O'Roarty is a an author, speaker, and parenting coach. She speaks candidly about parenting through the teenage years, helping her daughter manage severe anxiety, and coping with her husband's cancer diagnosis. 

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]]> Motherhood Unfiltered | Casey O'Roarty Motherhood Unfiltered | Casey O'Roarty 00:26:54 e16abf90-c58a-4e73-b7a4-c0dba0805a17 Emily Melious 56 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/motherhood-unfiltered-casey-o-roarty Tue, 23 Mar 2021 09:00:20 +0000 Kelly Bron Johnson is an Autistic and Hard of Hearing self-advocate, speaker, author, and founder of Completely Inclusive and the Autistic Entrepreneurs Network. She and Emily hold nothing back as they talk about miscarriages, adoption, autism, inclusion, mental health, and schooling.

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]]> How to Parent Like an Autistic | Kelly Bron Johnson How to Parent Like an Autistic | Kelly Bron Johnson 00:22:47 0e032d21-b506-4c74-95f1-03f1c4b3e9ba Emily Melious 55 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-parent-like-an-autistic-kelly-bron-johnson Tue, 16 Mar 2021 09:00:13 +0000 Lola Dada-Olley's adult brother and two kids are on the autism spectrum. Lola shares how she went through parentification as a child. She draws on those difficult experiences as the "blueprint" for the mom she is today. Despite all of life's challenges, Lola faces every day with joy and resilience.

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]]> Multigenerational Autism | Lola Dada-Olley Multigenerational Autism | Lola Dada-Olley 00:21:44 1b93b7d7-c504-4860-a14c-60d9f0907533 Emily Melious 54 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/multigenerational-autism-lola-dada-olley Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:00:15 +0000 Andrew Komarow is a Certified Neurodiversity Professional and Financial Planner to those who think differently. Diagnosed with autism later in life, he shares how he's succeeded by embracing his differences.

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]]> How to Embrace Being Different | Andrew Komarow How to Embrace Being Different | Andrew Komarow 00:21:20 59927398-46f8-420c-8d26-b940af07b4b3 Emily Melious 53 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-embrace-being-different-andrew-komarow Tue, 02 Mar 2021 10:00:13 +0000 Executive Director of the Washington Health System Foundation, Sara Schumacher, shares her personal experience with receiving the Covid vaccine, candid thoughts on vaccinating our kids, and predictions for our return to "normalcy."

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]]> Covid Vaccine Tell All | Sara Schumacher Covid Vaccine Tell All | Sara Schumacher 00:21:21 d0d19642-e653-4f4e-934c-91165fd9288c Emily Melious 52 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/covid-vaccine-tell-all-sara-schumacher Tue, 23 Feb 2021 10:00:12 +0000 Alexis Peterson is a Stanford- and Harvard-educated private tutor with over 19 years of professional tutoring experience. She scored a perfect 1600 on the SAT as a junior in high school and has amassed an extensive resume of perfect and 99th-percentile test scores since. Alexis shares tips and tricks to help your kids actually ENJOY learning and test prep: a goal that's more achievable than one might think!

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]]> How to Help Our Kids Excel in School | Alexis Peterson How to Help Our Kids Excel in School | Alexis Peterson 00:27:56 2a039697-227d-458a-b400-6837c1fb1761 Emily Melious 51 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-help-our-kids-excel-in-school-alexis-peterson Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:00:20 +0000 Sejal Thakkar dubs herself "Chief Civility Officer" and "Legal Training Ninja.” In her 17 years as an employment law attorney, Sejal encountered plenty of incivility in the workplace. She shares simple, approachable strategies to foster civility in our kids and set them up for success in life.

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]]> How to Foster Civility in Our Kids | Sejal Thakkar How to Foster Civility in Our Kids | Sejal Thakkar 00:26:01 7597d4f8-e05f-461e-864a-34b4b5d63eef Emily Melious 50 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-foster-civility-in-our-kids-sejal-thakkar Tue, 09 Feb 2021 10:01:02 +0000 Richard Capriola has been an addictions and mental health counselor for over two decades. He shares the warning signs, treatment approaches, and avoidance strategies for adolescent substance abuse.

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]]> How to Protect Our Kids From Substance Abuse | Richard Capriola How to Protect Our Kids From Substance Abuse | Richard Capriola 00:32:33 2f7868c3-71c9-4494-b460-56528a5bfd4c Emily Melious 49 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-protect-our-kids-from-substance-abuse-richard-capriola Tue, 02 Feb 2021 10:00:14 +0000 Mike Giffin, founder of Ensphere College Planning Services, shares the 5 steps to successfully guide your family through the college planning process. He and Emily also talk through the common pitfalls of college planning and how to avoid them.

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]]> How to Plan for College | Mike Giffin How to Plan for College | Mike Giffin 00:24:13 2e58897f-c0cf-4719-a6d9-2e34c550e403 Emily Melious 48 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-plan-for-college-mike-giffin Tue, 26 Jan 2021 10:00:49 +0000 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. 

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]]> Parenting a Child with Type 1 Diabetes | Helen Wills Parenting a Child with Type 1 Diabetes | Helen Wills 00:28:25 e79ad277-0eb8-4810-af3c-5a935eccee71 Emily Melious 47 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-type-1-diabetes-helen-wills Tue, 19 Jan 2021 10:00:18 +0000 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.

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]]> Parenting a Child with Transverse Myelitis | Mary Ann McCarthy Parenting a Child with Transverse Myelitis | Mary Ann McCarthy 00:29:42 75239ae1-ef24-4122-a094-6998e520cf23 Emily Melious 46 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-transverse-myelitis-mary-ann-mccarthy Tue, 12 Jan 2021 10:00:12 +0000 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.

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]]> How to Manage Grief in a Healthy Way | Veronica Slater How to Manage Grief in a Healthy Way | Veronica Slater 00:25:37 6cf3b6cf-e8a1-42e4-a760-002a96a77063 Emily Melious 45 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-manage-grief-in-a-healthy-way-veronica-slater Tue, 05 Jan 2021 10:00:12 +0000 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. 

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]]> How to Navigate IEPs in Virtual School | Patty Maxwell How to Navigate IEPs in Virtual School | Patty Maxwell 00:22:54 12e74aa7-ea18-44f8-ad89-97feca9b7131 Emily Melious 44 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-navigate-ieps-in-virtual-school-patty-maxwell Tue, 29 Dec 2020 10:00:17 +0000 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.

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]]> The Importance of Neurodiversity | Corey Hollemeyer The Importance of Neurodiversity | Corey Hollemeyer 00:24:11 d2b69e81-89d2-4d52-9e0b-9581a5230943 Emily Melious 43 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/the-importance-of-neurodiversity-corey-hollemeyer Tue, 22 Dec 2020 10:00:11 +0000 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. 

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]]> When Your Child Sees Risk as a Necessity | Blain Wease When Your Child Sees Risk as a Necessity | Blain Wease 00:24:56 825772a3-e002-4fd5-9659-adb34f80f352 Emily Melious 42 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/when-your-child-sees-risk-as-a-necessity-blain-wease Tue, 15 Dec 2020 10:00:30 +0000 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.

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]]> Why Grades Don't Reflect Potential | Michael Weingarth Why Grades Don't Reflect Potential | Michael Weingarth 00:28:33 bdc9a8b5-83b3-4359-b0f3-0474d1fe7438 Emily Melious 41 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/why-grades-don-t-reflect-potential-michael-weingarth Tue, 08 Dec 2020 10:02:06 +0000 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.

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]]> Battling Limiting Beliefs | Jennifer Beitz Battling Limiting Beliefs | Jennifer Beitz 00:28:47 99b4a51c-ea01-4155-a5e7-82ff7b1bbc5a Emily Melious 40 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/battling-limiting-beliefs-jennifer-beitz Tue, 01 Dec 2020 10:00:14 +0000 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.

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]]> Overcoming Negative Labels | Nathan Todd Overcoming Negative Labels | Nathan Todd 00:29:14 629e5883-b243-45c7-9df6-da9b4e3a26ad Emily Melious 39 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/overcoming-negative-labels-nathan-todd Tue, 24 Nov 2020 10:00:11 +0000 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.

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]]> The Life Autistic | Hunter Hansen The Life Autistic | Hunter Hansen 00:33:56 8879962b-e459-4573-82a0-6cace8c3c6db Emily Melious 38 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/the-life-autistic-hunter-hanson Tue, 17 Nov 2020 10:00:22 +0000 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.

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]]> Why There's Value in Suffering and Hardship | Oleg Lougheed Why There's Value in Suffering and Hardship | Oleg Lougheed 00:30:46 9d478384-37b3-485a-bf0b-d51f01047ede Emily Melious 37 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/why-theres-value-in-suffering-and-hardship-oleg-lougheed Tue, 10 Nov 2020 10:00:16 +0000 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.

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]]> How to Parent Without Punishment | Judy Arnall How to Parent Without Punishment | Judy Arnall 00:25:17 0a92ebf0-c3e9-4ef9-8ea2-42530984c012 Emily Melious 36 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-parent-without-punishment-judy-arnall Tue, 03 Nov 2020 10:00:18 +0000 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.

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]]> Top 5 Tips for Staying Healthy While Schooling and Working from Home | Dr. Elyssa Wright Top 5 Tips for Staying Healthy While Schooling and Working from Home | Dr. Elyssa Wright 00:22:40 9fff16d2-364e-47ec-885f-aa638e4d294b Emily Melious 35 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/top-5-tips-for-staying-healthy-while-schooling-and-working-from-home-dr-elyssa-wright Tue, 27 Oct 2020 09:00:24 +0000 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. 

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]]> Does Your Child Feel Like a Misfit in the Job Market? | Austin Belcak Does Your Child Feel Like a Misfit in the Job Market? | Austin Belcak 00:34:29 dff73706-21ef-4bb7-9dd3-cd6f96b54275 Emily Melious 34 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/does-your-child-feel-like-a-misfit-in-the-job-market-austin-belcak Tue, 20 Oct 2020 09:00:11 +0000 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. 

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]]> Growing Up with Dystonia | Zak Weinstein Growing Up with Dystonia | Zak Weinstein 00:19:29 ed8cf84b-226c-4791-b829-d4b025b1522d Emily Melious 33 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/growing-up-with-dystonia-zak-weinstein Tue, 13 Oct 2020 09:00:26 +0000 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.

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]]> A Mom's Open Letter: The Struggles of Virtual Learning | Tori Mikos A Mom's Open Letter: The Struggles of Virtual Learning | Tori Mikos 00:25:12 3f08c2c9-f89a-448b-b688-e52e838aaa94 Emily Melious 32 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/a-moms-open-letter-the-struggles-of-virtual-learning-tori-mikos Tue, 06 Oct 2020 09:00:17 +0000 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.

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]]> Ever feel like you're failing as a mom? | Beth Caldwell Ever feel like you're failing as a mom? | Beth Caldwell 00:28:49 76aad2a4-87a5-4d34-90bc-f0020495b3e6 Emily Melious 31 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/ever-feel-like-you-re-failing-as-a-mom-beth-caldwell Tue, 29 Sep 2020 09:00:11 +0000 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. 

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]]> Improving Our Kids' Mental Wellness | Nicole Loucks Improving Our Kids' Mental Wellness | Nicole Loucks 00:27:04 afe4eed4-7d0e-472b-a87a-3b9529ad1607 Emily Melious 30 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/improving-our-kids-mental-wellness-nicole-loucks Tue, 22 Sep 2020 09:00:40 +0000 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.

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]]> How to Raise Confident Kids | Alyssa Dver How to Raise Confident Kids | Alyssa Dver 00:37:33 c99eb437-8020-44ae-a3fa-df6da3270abd Emily Melious 29 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-raise-confident-kids-alyssa-dver Tue, 15 Sep 2020 09:00:15 +0000 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.

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]]> Giving a Voice to People with Disabilities | Jordyn Zimmerman Giving a Voice to People with Disabilities | Jordyn Zimmerman 00:15:34 cca78567-75f3-416d-8340-5fddf0315957 Emily Melious 28 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/giving-a-voice-to-people-with-disabilities-jordyn-zimmerman Tue, 08 Sep 2020 09:00:11 +0000 Claire Osborne decided to homeschool her kids - now 16 and 13 years old - from the start of their education, and she never looked back. Claire shares how her family made homeschooling a lifestyle and, most importantly, customized the experience to each child. You'll also learn the truth about homeschooling as Claire and Emily debunk common myths. 

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]]> How to Make Homeschooling a Lifestyle | Claire Osborne How to Make Homeschooling a Lifestyle | Claire Osborne 00:28:27 9076b517-e7f7-44d5-a498-c0b14ab9f66e Emily Melious 27 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-make-homeschooling-a-lifestyle-claire-osborne Tue, 01 Sep 2020 09:00:51 +0000 Zach Mercurio is an expert on the topic of mattering. He and Emily discuss why it's vital for our kids to feel they matter. Zach also shares the 3-step formula for cultivating a sense of mattering in others. 

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]]> Helping Your Kids Know They Matter | Zach Mercurio Helping Your Kids Know They Matter | Zach Mercurio 00:31:57 74e8cc22-6775-4586-88dd-849afb3757f5 Emily Melious 26 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/helping-your-kids-know-they-matter-zach-mercurio Tue, 25 Aug 2020 09:00:17 +0000 Kathy Kolbe is is an acclaimed theorist, bestselling author, and pioneer in her field. She was the first to prove the existence of the conative mental faculty. Listen in as Emily and Kathy offer advice on helping children thrive by unleashing their instinctual strengths.

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]]> Empowering Kids to Thrive in School and Life | Kathy Kolbe Empowering Kids to Thrive in School and Life | Kathy Kolbe 00:42:36 b3fa3c50-7cea-4390-ab78-fa6d1bf2e63c Emily Melious 25 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/empowering-kids-to-thrive-in-school-and-life-kathy-kolbe Tue, 18 Aug 2020 09:00:18 +0000 Kristin Weaver is a German teacher in the public school system and a mom of four. With the upcoming school year being far from normal, Kristin and Emily talk frankly about the grief and overwhelm parents feel right now. 

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]]> A Teacher's Outlook on the 2020-2021 School Year | Kristin Weaver A Teacher's Outlook on the 2020-2021 School Year | Kristin Weaver 00:32:37 69117a8a-13e7-4dba-89fc-c813a0c041b4 Emily Melious 24 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/a-teachers-outlook-on-the-2020-2021-school-year-kristin-weaver Tue, 11 Aug 2020 09:00:11 +0000 Kaelon Egan founded, grew, and sold his first company all before his 35th birthday. Kaelon speaks openly about feeling like a misfit in school, but finding his "sweet spot" in entrepreneurship.

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]]> An Entrepreneur Who Embraces Being a Misfit | Kaelon Egan An Entrepreneur Who Embraces Being a Misfit | Kaelon Egan 00:31:49 ef2e7cd2-f500-4b55-9985-e81c49784bbd Emily Melious 23 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/an-entrepreneur-who-embraces-being-a-misfit-kaelon-egan-1 Tue, 04 Aug 2020 18:10:27 +0000 After years of struggling with infertility, Erin and Andrew Hull decided to pursue adoption. Listen as Erin talks with Emily about the unexpected and incredible ways her two children entered her life.

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]]> An Adoptive Mother's Story | Erin Hull An Adoptive Mother's Story | Erin Hull 00:24:29 9760c21e-b3bb-44cb-bd7b-33ced0919f56 Emily Melious 22 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/an-adoptive-mothers-story-erin-hull Tue, 28 Jul 2020 09:00:15 +0000 Christine Furman's motto is support, inspire, educate. She began her career as an elementary special education teacher and spent 10 years in the public school system. In 2017, she founded Momspiration412 with a vision to support fellow moms. Christine and Emily discuss how to advocate for kids who may feel like a "misfit." More specifically, Christine and Emily share how to "right size" curriculum to kids of all ages and abilities.

Visit her website to find EduPlay℠ Activity Kits that provide your kid with fun, interactive, and educational activities, or visit join the Momspiration412 Worldwide facebook group to learn more!

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]]> An Educator on a Mission to Inspire Fellow Moms | Christine Furman An Educator on a Mission to Inspire Fellow Moms | Christine Furman 00:25:39 cd987839-98c5-4cc4-a6c6-4783449356d1 Emily Melious 21 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/an-educator-on-a-mission-to-inspire-fellow-moms-christine-furman Tue, 21 Jul 2020 09:00:09 +0000 Christina Rice suffered from mental and health disorders since the age of 3. Sadly, for most of her life, she didn't feel she could share her true thoughts and emotions - even with her parents. Now a healthy and successful business owner, Christina talks about how to create a safe space for others, particularly our kids. 

Learn more at ChristinaRiceWellness.com or listen to her podcast Wellness Realness!

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]]> How to Create a Safe Space for Your Child | Christina Rice How to Create a Safe Space for Your Child | Christina Rice 00:29:20 534e9a03-a9e8-4cfb-a621-ab0a83b8d7d6 Emily Melious 20 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-create-a-safe-space-for-your-child-christina-rice Tue, 14 Jul 2020 09:00:10 +0000 Traditional childcare went out the window when #Covid19 hit. Priya Amin and Marni Pastor talk with Emily about the innovative ways their company, Flexable, is supporting working parents in this unprecedented time. 

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]]> Childcare in a Post Covid19 World | Marni Pastor and Priya Amin Childcare in a Post Covid19 World | Marni Pastor and Priya Amin 00:26:54 cd453c31-2f8f-4907-b9e5-0bb3f9324a63 Emily Melious 19 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/childcare-in-a-post-covid19-world-marni-pastor-and-priya-amin Tue, 07 Jul 2020 09:00:09 +0000 Do behavior issues lead to constant battles in your household? Ty Krueger, co-founder of the Behavior Change Collective, shares how to get the behavior you want in your kids without a shouting match.

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]]> How To Get The Behavior You Want From Your Kids | Ty Krueger How To Get The Behavior You Want From Your Kids | Ty Krueger 00:25:31 38b6468f-f276-4c86-924f-6ced1de6fe8c Emily Melious 18 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-get-the-behavior-you-want-from-your-kids-ty-krueger Tue, 30 Jun 2020 09:00:04 +0000 Chaya Gutnick built a business to help companies control chaos. She applies her same, proven approaches to reduce chaos in her personal life. Listen in to hear Chaya and Emily share practical strategies for restoring peace and order in your household.

Learn more about her business Chaos Control, or join her Facebook Group!

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]]> How to Control the Chaos in Your Home | Chaya Gutnick How to Control the Chaos in Your Home | Chaya Gutnick 00:24:20 42e37154-5243-4b73-a205-f048d36cb2ed Emily Melious 17 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-control-the-chaos-in-your-home-chaya-gutnick Tue, 23 Jun 2020 09:00:00 +0000 Professor Tim Sweet is the Chair of the Entrepreneurship Department of Grove City College. He talks with Emily about why entrepreneurs should pursue a college degree, even though they may not feel "cut out" for higher ed. Tim also shares why it's important for everyone to have an entrepreneurial spirit - now more than ever.

Learn more about Entrepreneurship at Grove City College or reach out directly to Tim via email!

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]]> Is College for Entrepreneurs? | Professor Tim Sweet Is College for Entrepreneurs? | Professor Tim Sweet 00:29:08 e61f39e2-0d89-4dbb-a682-d54365d1900e Emily Melious 16 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/is-college-for-entrepeneurs-professor-tim-sweet Tue, 16 Jun 2020 09:00:12 +0000 As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Yael Walfish works with kids who are considered to be "lost causes." She transforms their behavior with the power of positivity. Listen to learn Yael's simple, yet powerful 3-part process for fostering the greatness within our kids.

Learn more and view her course at Center for Greatness

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]]> How to Foster Your Child's Greatness Within | Yael Walfish How to Foster Your Child's Greatness Within | Yael Walfish 00:28:14 07afc6f9-8e9c-4d90-877f-f9ccb8f32857 Emily Melious 15 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-foster-your-childs-greatness-within-yael-walfish Tue, 09 Jun 2020 09:00:14 +0000 Michael Davis felt like an outcast many times in his life. Rather than letting it get him down, Emily and Michael talk about how he used those difficult experiences to be a source of encouragement and positivity to others.

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]]> What is feels like to be an Outcast | Michael Davis What is feels like to be an Outcast | Michael Davis 00:21:09 dc13d027-144a-46af-b523-924bd0754ac1 Emily Melious 14 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/what-is-feels-like-to-be-an-outcast-michael-davis Tue, 02 Jun 2020 09:00:07 +0000 With all the new demands of managing a household during #Covid19, many parents are feeling frazzled. But even before the "new normal," a lot of parents expected themselves to be all things to all people. Ashley Avinashi shares the dangers of living a distracted life and how to be fully present with our kids. 

Visit Raising Humanity or join their "village" at the Rising Together facebook group!

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]]> The Dangers of Living a Distracted Life | Ashley Avinashi The Dangers of Living a Distracted Life | Ashley Avinashi 00:32:59 77bc9a5a-ffc1-4f36-ace6-0564e23ab825 Emily Melious 13 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/the-dangers-of-living-a-distracted-life-ashley-avinashi Tue, 26 May 2020 09:00:54 +0000 For Dr. Crystal Morrison, the term "misfit" applies in a lot of ways. In this episode, Emily and Crystal focus on the story of her autistic son. Fueled by her personal experiences, Crystal created a technology platform to meet her son's unique medical needs...and that of kids around the world!

Learn more about Meerkat Village

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]]> It Takes a Village: A Mother's Drive to Help Her Autistic Son | Dr. Crystal Morrison It Takes a Village: A Mother's Drive to Help Her Autistic Son | Dr. Crystal Morrison 00:32:28 a5501474-1084-486b-af24-030ea9159530 Emily Melious 12 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/it-takes-a-village-a-mothers-drive-to-help-her-autistic-son-dr-crystal-morrison Tue, 19 May 2020 09:00:00 +0000 Gail Swift's son experiences the world in a very physical way. Drawing on her personal experiences, she and Emily talk about practical ways to meet the needs of a tactile child. 

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]]> How to Meet the Needs of a Tactile Child | Gail Swift How to Meet the Needs of a Tactile Child | Gail Swift 00:29:35 3ac155f4-bc32-4ed8-9320-ec3403df655a Emily Melious 11 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-meet-the-needs-of-a-tactile-child-gail-swift Tue, 12 May 2020 09:00:16 +0000 Daniel Botero talks openly about his entrepreneurial journey and many "misfit" adventures. Despite not always fitting into the classroom, he is now on a mission to help students master their transition from college to career. 

Learn more about Daniel's Podcast + Academy: MasteringCollegeToCareer.com

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]]> A Misfit on a Mission | Daniel Botero A Misfit on a Mission | Daniel Botero 00:36:42 8e679ccb-2d81-4808-867c-526034badcdf Emily Melious 10 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/a-misfit-on-a-mission-daniel-botero Tue, 05 May 2020 09:00:14 +0000 Karen Passieu's world completely changed when her daughter suddenly couldn't leave the house. Listen in as Karen bravely shares how she supports her daughter, Bella, in dealing with a debilitating panic disorder.

Karen's Podcast: C50 Hope

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]]> Parenting a Child Through Panic | Karen Passieu Parenting a Child Through Panic | Karen Passieu 00:46:43 519c28de-8eec-418c-bbad-1d34b0a690f5 Emily Melious 9 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-through-panic-karen-passieu Tue, 28 Apr 2020 09:00:16 +0000 Sterling Louks, VP of Dynamynd, talks with Emily about the differing needs of children, particularly as to how they learn. When it comes to schooling, a one-size-fits-all approach does not work. Emily and Sterling provide practical strategies for making homeschooling (and #quarantinelife in general) a stress-free and positive experience for all.

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]]> Quarantine Survival Guide: Practical Strategies for Homeschooling | Sterling Loucks Quarantine Survival Guide: Practical Strategies for Homeschooling | Sterling Loucks 01:01:19 d67c60ac-773c-42fb-bf69-3f2ad32bfb84 Emily Melious 8 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/quarantine-survival-guide-practical-strategies-for-homeschooling-sterling-loucks Tue, 21 Apr 2020 09:00:16 +0000 Emily talks with a colleague, Joop Stroes, about parenting kids with ADD/ADHD. Joop lends and interesting - and surprising - perspective on the topic.

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]]> Parenting Kids with ADD/ADHD | Joop Stroes Parenting Kids with ADD/ADHD | Joop Stroes 00:21:26 da65ffa9-ec00-477f-83d5-c7686bd930d6 Emily Melious 7 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-kids-with-add-adhd-joop-stroes Tue, 14 Apr 2020 09:00:14 +0000 Shawn Mundis shares the challenges and joys of parenting his son, Michael, who has Down Syndrome. Michael is certainly no ordinary kid, but Shawn wouldn't have it any other way!

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]]> Parenting a child with Down Syndrome | Shawn Mundis Parenting a child with Down Syndrome | Shawn Mundis 00:30:08 451ab380-9494-4ab6-a432-55cb15792dcd Emily Melious 6 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/parenting-a-child-with-down-syndrome-shawn-mundis Tue, 07 Apr 2020 09:00:12 +0000 Amanda Yarger speaks about her "misfit" educational and career track, particularly her experiences as a homeschooler. She credits the confidence she developed early on to chart her own course in life.

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]]> How to Instill Confidence in Your Kids | Amanda Yarger How to Instill Confidence in Your Kids | Amanda Yarger 00:32:05 9693323d-1813-4790-976a-408943dd46f2 Emily Melious 5 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/how-to-instill-confidence-in-your-kids-amanda-yarger Tue, 31 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000 Alex Kuhn shares how you can foster the entrepreneurial strengths of your child, and his personal story of quitting his "normal" job to become an international business coach.

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]]> Corporate Misfit: When your child isn't cut out for a traditional career | Alex Kuhn Corporate Misfit: When your child isn't cut out for a traditional career | Alex Kuhn 00:37:10 f5968c54-482c-4e88-8068-3a38b8c0aaee Emily Melious 4 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/corporate-misfit-when-your-child-isn-t-cut-out-for-a-traditional-career-alex-kuhn Tue, 24 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000 A self-described disruptor, Brandon McCall discusses how the current school system underserves "outlier" students, and how this led him to found Cornerstone Prep to create an educational experience that serves ALL kids. He shares his criticisms of the current model as well as his big vision for educating tomorrow's workforce. 

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]]> From Misfit to Principal: A principal's honest take on the educational system | Brandon McCall From Misfit to Principal: A principal's honest take on the educational system | Brandon McCall 00:34:51 88d2ca4e-82f1-495a-9b62-744ae474c3d3 Emily Melious 3 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/from-misfit-to-principal-a-principals-honest-take-on-the-educational-system-brandon-mccall Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000 Lindi McCaffrey shares practical parenting strategies for kids who are innovative and tactile by nature. She is the mom to Flynn and Avalene, two amazing children who don't always fit "the mold" - and we love that about them! Lindi is also on the Launch Consulting team, serving as a Student Advocate.

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]]> Mothering Misfits: How to raise kids who were born to stand out | Lindi McCaffrey Mothering Misfits: How to raise kids who were born to stand out | Lindi McCaffrey 00:27:39 5e55e316-491c-41be-9cea-860b9811cbd5 Emily Melious 2 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/mothering-misfits-how-to-raise-kids-who-were-born-to-stand-out-lindi-mccaffrey Tue, 10 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0000 Cameron Suorsa shares what it is like to be a misfit in college. Studying Entrepreneurship at Grove City College, he also works with Emily as an intern at Launch Consulting. True to his entrepreneurial nature, Cameron started an E-Commerce business during his freshman year, in which he sells clothing on Amazon.

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]]> College Misfit: Student By Day... Entrepreneur By Night | Cameron Suorsa College Misfit: Student By Day... Entrepreneur By Night | Cameron Suorsa 00:32:18 https://anchor.fm/mothers-of-misfits/episodes/College-Misfit-Entrepreneurship-Major--Business-Owner--Intern--Cameron-Suorsa-ebe33k Emily Melious 1 full false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/college-misfit-entrepreneurship-major-business-owner-intern-cameron-suorsa Tue, 03 Mar 2020 10:00:00 +0000 Join Emily Melious as she introduces the purpose of the Mothers of Misfits podcast. She will go over her background, who this podcast is for, and what you can expect to hear in our future episodes!

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]]> What is a Misfit? | Emily Melious What is a Misfit? | Emily Melious 00:08:39 https://anchor.fm/mothers-of-misfits/episodes/What-is-a-Misfit-ebe219 Emily Melious trailer false https://pod.co/mothers-of-misfits/what-is-a-misfit Tue, 25 Feb 2020 10:00:00 +0000