Isn't That Special? special needs: family: fun

Jen and Deena talk about trying to schedule anything and catch up on therapy progress. Perhaps they have a ways to go...they don't seem "fixed" yet!

Jen and Deena are back after a few months break and they found out that they are even more in sync than they thought! Without knowing it about the other, they both "started" therapy so may as well share it all with you! Come along for the ride!

Jen and Deena share some stories of what Christmas is all about. Sometimes it's all about taking some time to be still and silent and seek the magic of the season. Merry Christmas, friends, and a Blessed New Year!

Join us as we discuss pushing on and finding joy even when life keeps hitting. Christmas is coming and we are fighting to find the joy! Yippee Ki Yay is our motto this week.....from one of our favorite Christmas movies....die hard. But maybe don't die!

Jen and Deena (and a special guest opening!) chat about what makes their Holiday season Joyful despite trying times. It might be a battle this year, but there's always a reason to celebrate!

Happy Turkey Day!! Join us as we talk about the things we are thankful for....mostly!

Join us for this episode where we talk about being advocates not only for our kids but also for ourselves. We can't take care of our families if we don't advocate for ourselves as well! Its a tough topic but an important good one!

Jen and Deena get the holidays rolling early! Believers in ALL things holidays, they kick it off with thinking about SIMPLIFYING the holidays this year. Actually, they ramble a good bit with some tips thrown in for good measure! It's time to get JOYFUL!

This week on Isn't That Special join us as we talk about some of the things we let our special needs kiddos get away with. Won't keep shoes on? Won't go to bed without a certain routine? Kicks things to get your attention. We allow it! Whatever it takes to get the job done =)

Join in on the spooky fun as Jen and Deena tell some home state Halloween stories! No tricks, just treats as they just enjoy some good old fashioned hauntings!

Jen and Deena give reviews for 4 Halloween movies and other chatter... The Adams Family, The Haunting of Bly Manor, Hocus Pocus, and the Shining

Deena and Jen talk about when self care just isn't enough to promote mental health. They talk about resources available in an immediate crisis and how to get professional help when you are struggling. https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSLKu391DcF5-iB45GS3V5CiaCW9GvfxCLXDqCtXsx5IY65JpVsy5d1nSJgsmNSA9YHoH6tTW_GjtzK/pub

Jen talks candidly about a topic many special needs family face along with a diagnosis- constipation. Her daughter underwent the surgical procedure of having a Malone procedure. Find out what it is and the hopeful end goal. The struggle is real and brings along a myriad of other problems than the aforementioned inital diagnosis many face. The struggle, literally, is real.

Jen and Deena discuss the difference in self-comfort versus self-care. While both are important, self-care is vital for exceptional families to stay healthy, physically and mentally while caring for others. Deena honestly discusses her struggles with self-care and caregiver burnout during the pandemic.

Jen and Deena continue the conversation with Andrea Roberts, founder of A Mother's Rest which is redefining the definition of respite for caregivers. For event information, information of two inns owned and operated by A Mother's Rest, and information on the Bed and Breakfasts all around the county partnering with them, please visit www.amothersrest.org

Jen and Deena are so proud to introduce you to CEO and founder of A Mother's Rest, Andrea Roberts, as their special guest on this 2 part series. A Mother's Rest is redefining what true respite looks like for extraordinary families. Please find us on Facebook: Isn't That Special Podcast on Instagram: @specialneedspodcast please visit, donate, or sign up for a retreat at A Mother's Rest: https://www.amothersrest.org/

In today's episode we discuss dreaded acronyms. Navigating the crazy special needs world gets even crazier when you toss a million acronyms in the mix. What do some of them mean? What do we need to know? Join us as we dive into the crazy!

Jen and Deena talk about some of the things that they "can't live without" or that just make them smile around their house...also, just some things they blow their money on that they shouldn't!

Join Jen and Deena for the second part of their interview with some rockstar single parents.