Mothers of Misfits

The M.O.M. Team celebrates reaching 100 episodes of the Mothers of Misfits podcast and reminisces about their journey. You don't want to miss this final send off from Emily! ► Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/a1JH_04XSbI ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/show-finale-celebrating-100-episodes-emily-melious-cameron-suorsa-olivia-whiteman ► Discover episodes you missed or want to re-listen to using our search/filter tool: https://mothersofmisfits.com If you have found our show meaningful to your life, please consider... ► Rating & Reviewing us on your favorite podcast listening apps (Apple/Spotify/etc.) https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mothers-of-misfits/id1503184614 ► Sharing this podcast with a friend! ► Connecting with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilymelious https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronsuorsa https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivia-whiteman

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/100-dealing-with-the-loss-of-a-child-liesel-mindrebo-mertes ► Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PNSXcxgJ0nc ► Join our weekly Episode Insider newsletter: https://mothersofmisfits.com ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mothers-of-misfits/id1503184614

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/99-overcoming-a-failure-to-thrive-diagnosis-debi-lewis ► Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jvG_hL2DPTo ► Join our weekly Episode Insider newsletter: https://mothersofmisfits.com ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mothers-of-misfits/id1503184614

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/98-parenting-a-strong-willed-child-megan-barella ► Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/agva5X6_Z4g ► Join our weekly Episode Insider newsletter: https://mothersofmisfits.com ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mothers-of-misfits/id1503184614

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/97-a-positive-outlook-on-adhd-jill-laudati ► Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGwia7zwl5U5ZKOJId0tsSw?sub_confirmation=1 ► Join our weekly Episode Insider newsletter: https://mothersofmisfits.com ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mothers-of-misfits/id1503184614

Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant™, Bethany Gettis, talks about common food allergies and how to find out if your child has one. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/96-dealing-with-food-allergies-bethany-gettis ► Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGwia7zwl5U5ZKOJId0tsSw?sub_confirmation=1 ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/mothers-of-misfits/id1503184614

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/95-thriving-as-a-bipolar-college-student-luke-gilligan ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/94-mastering-the-iep-process-shelley-kenow ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/93-raising-other-people-s-children-debbie-ausburn ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/92-parenting-a-child-with-an-eating-disorder-susan-landers-m-d ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/91-how-to-make-family-photos-a-positive-experience-don-orkoskey ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/90-parenting-a-child-with-dyslexia-dysgraphia-dyscalculia-kathryn-garforth-ph-d ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/89-succeeding-in-college-with-adhd-luke-gilligan ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/88-a-pediatrician-s-perspective-on-advocating-for-misfits-dr-alisa-minkin-md ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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!). ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/87-how-to-make-homework-time-work-for-everyone-christina-forgeron ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/86-how-to-recharge-our-mom-batteries-gladys-simen ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/85-financial-planning-for-special-needs-matt-oxenreiter ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. ► Learn more about this episode: https://www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/84-girls-in-tech-danielle-boris ► Watch this episode on YouTube ► Join our weekly Episode Insider Newsletter ► Subscribe & leave a review on Apple Podcasts

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. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com/blog/83-normalizing-neurodiversity-sivan-hong If you haven't already, sign up for our Episode Insider's newsletter before next week's episode to be entered to win a FREE signed paperback copy of Sivan's book, George J. and the Miserable Monday!

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. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com, including full details about how you can participate in our SOCIAL MEDIA GIVEAWAY* of Shaun's Success Stacks! *The giveaway will close at 11:59 on Friday, Nov. 26th and we'll announce the winner on our social media platforms by Monday, Nov. 29th. No purchase necessary. Giveaway is in no way endorsed by Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. Must be 18 years old or older to enter. Winners must reside in the United States or they will receive a digital copy of the Success Stacks.