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Speaking Life Into Motherhood ~ Systems, Special Needs Parenting, Rhythms, Child Development, Autism, ADHD, Neurodiversity, Disabilities

Elyse Scheeler MS CCC-SLP, Wellness Coach, Group Fitness Instructor

Are you a Christian mom exhausted from parenting a child with special needs? Are you worried your child is not developing normally, but have been told to "wait and see"?I"m Elyse, Speech Language Pathologist, Wellness Coach, and mom who has walked this journey. After being dismissed by providers about my own son"s needs, I had to learn how to advocate fiercely—and I discovered how often exhausted moms like us are told to just "wait and see" when we know something more is needed.That"s why I created

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49// Is This Behavior Normal? Developmental...

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2026/01/29

Does your child's behavior feel unpredictable—like you're walking on eggshells wondering when the next meltdown will hit? What if the "challenging behaviors" you're seeing aren't defiance—but your child's uniquely wired brain crying out for tools you don't know how to give them yet? In this powerful conversation, professional counselor and parent coach Jami Kirkbride returns to help us understand what it means to parent a "uniquely wired" child—whether that's ADHD, autism, sensory processing ...

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48// Beyond ADHD: Simple Systems For Executive...

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2026/01/26

Are you stuck in survival mode, wondering if your child's struggles are "normal" or something more? Do you feel like you're working three times harder than everyone else just to keep your head above water? What if understanding one simple concept could transform your entire family's daily rhythm? In this episode, we're diving deep into executive functioning—the brain's management system that controls everything from morning routines to homework completion. Whether your child has ADHD, autism,...

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47// What 10 Months of Saying "Not Me, Lord" Taught...

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2026/01/23

Are you wondering if any of what you're doing is actually working? Do you ever feel like you're just barely surviving instead of thriving? What if the seeds you're planting are growing even when you can't see them yet? In this special episode, I get ready to celebrate ONE YEAR of Speaking Life Into Motherhood and share the story of how a "zinger from the Lord" in the shower led to 10 months of arguing with God before finally saying yes. I offers a pep talk reminding you that progr...

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46// When You Know Something's Wrong But Don't Know...

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2026/01/18

Are you stuck in analysis paralysis? How many tabs do you have open right now researching your child's symptoms? How many times have you Googled "is this normal?" this week? If you're nodding your head—if you KNOW something's off but don't know where to start—this episode is for you. In this episode, you'll learn: Why exhausted moms don't need more information (they need clarity)My story of fighting for answers when providers dismissed my concerns about my son's sleepThe 3-step CLARITY Framew...

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45// Stop Playing Whack-a-Mole With Your Life: The...

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2026/01/10

Are you exhausted from carrying every worry about your child AND every household task in your head at the same time? Do you feel like you can only get one area of your life under control while everything else falls apart? What if there was a system designed for the way YOUR brain actually works? In this episode, I share the Brain Dump, Batch, and Breathe method—a 3-step planning system specifically for moms carrying the mental load of advocating for their children on top of runnin...

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44// You're Not Crazy, Mama: Trusting Your Gut (and...

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2026/01/05

Are you drowning in research about your child's needs but still don't know where to start? Do providers keep dismissing your concerns when your mama gut is screaming that something's wrong? In this episode, I'm taking you back to one of the hardest seasons of my life—when my son wasn't sleeping through the night at 18 months old, and every provider told me to just get him a clock. I knew something was wrong. I knew he was stopping breathing at night. But no one would listen. After months of d...

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43// Overwhelmed This Christmas? The Prince of Peace...

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2025/12/23

Feeling overwhelmed in the beautiful, messy middle of the holidays? Need permission to breathe? Struggling with complicated feelings instead of picture-perfect joy? This short holiday episode is a gentle reminder that the Prince of Peace came to us in the chaos—not in perfection. I share permission to slow down, reflect, and rest as we close out 2025, and invites you to join an upcoming online gathering to work on your "motherhood business plan" for 2026 together. In This Episode: Permission ...

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42// From Chaos to Peace: Business Systems Every...

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2025/12/18

Are you drowning in chaos while managing work systems that actually function? What if the bedtime battles and morning meltdowns aren't about your kids—but about missing the same systems you'd never tolerate at work? What would change if you treated your home with the same intentionality you give your business? In this episode, I share my own journey from drowning in chaos (both at work and home) to discovering that simple, imperfect systems can create actual peace. I'm walking you throu...

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41 Anxious & Exhausted? 3 Five-Minute Ways...

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2025/12/10

Are you curious about frankincense but not sure how to actually use it? In this episode, we're exploring the ancient oil that was precious enough to be gifted to baby Jesus—and discovering why modern science is now backing up what people have known for thousands of years. We'll dig into the biblical significance of frankincense (hint: it was a declaration of divinity, not just a fancy gift), plus the exciting research coming out about this powerful oil. From a Johns Hopkins study on anxiety r...

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24:53

40 Dance Parties & Letting Go: An Anxious Mom's Guide...

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2025/12/04

Are you lying awake at night wondering if you're doing enough for your kids? Do you feel like you're constantly comparing your child's development to others? What if peace isn't found in perfection, but in presence? In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Schoettle, author of The Anxious Parent and mama of four (with a 20-year age gap between her oldest and youngest!). Jessica shares her incredible journey from young mom to daycare owner to foster parent, and how losing a foster son after th...

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39 Gratitude When Motherhood Feels Impossible: Why...

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2025/11/27

Are you grateful—or just exhausted? Can you find thankfulness when motherhood feels impossible? What would change if you gave yourself permission to celebrate small obedience instead of demanding perfection? In this Thanksgiving special, I'm sharing my heart about finding real, honest gratitude even when life feels overwhelming. I reflect on my the last year from autoimmune flares and job misery to launching this podcast and building a community of mothers who refuse to settle for...

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38 Surviving the Holidays with a Neurodivergent...

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2025/11/20

Why are we always surprised when the holidays arrive—and when our kids (and us!) aren't at our best?How can you protect your child's nervous system when literally everything about their routine is changing?Children who thrive on rhythms and routines can't suddenly keep it together when everything changes. In this episode, you'll learn practical strategies for transitioning to holiday rhythms, protecting your child's sensory needs, preparing for meltdowns, and navigating food challenges. Most ...

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37 God First, Spouse Second, Then Kids: The Biblical...

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2025/11/13

Do you know taking care of yourself is important but find yourself the first one to neglect it? What if you could create personal rhythms that align with your God-given mission instead of just adding more to your to-do list? Are you exhausted from parenting kids with additional needs and feeling like you have nothing left to pour into your marriage? In this conversation, I had so much fun sitting down with my personal coach Aubree Felderhoff to discuss creating personal rhythms for yourself a...

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36 Why Rigid Schedules Are Failing Your Special Needs...

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2025/11/06

Are you exhausted from trying to keep up with rigid schedules that fall apart the moment life doesn't cooperate? What if your ADHD or autistic child could have the predictability they need WITHOUT the stress of time-blocked schedules? Have you ever had a day so hard you just wanted to quit - but somehow you made it through smoothly? What if you could create THAT feeling on purpose? After saying goodbye to our beloved dog, I woke up ready to give up on the day - but rhythms carried our family ...

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35 Stop White-Knuckling Motherhood: The Exhausted...

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2025/10/31

Have you ever had a day where you're just barely getting by - trying not to fall apart while every little thing your kids say feels like nails on a chalkboard? What if you could have a simple plan for those hard days that's easy enough to remember even when your brain is foggy, but practical enough that it actually works? Are you tired of white-knuckling your way to bedtime and wondering why you can't just handle the "smaller" struggles better? In this episode, I share my own recent struggle ...

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34 Why You Need a Mission Statement: Moving from...

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2025/10/23

Are you constantly overwhelmed by decisions and drowning in the chaos of special needs motherhood? What if one simple tool could help you find clarity and purpose on even your hardest days? Could having a mission statement be the anchor you've been searching for? In this episode, I'm getting vulnerable about my journey from infertility and miscarriage to discovering my God-given mission as a mom. I share how that moment of surrender in the shower changed everything and how advocating for my s...

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33 God Cares About Your Nutrition: Why Energy Starts...

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2025/10/03

Are you running on empty, trying to care for everyone else while your own tank is bone dry? Do you feel like you know what Scripture says but can't seem to make it move from your head to your heart? What if the answer to having more energy for your kids isn't another therapy to add to the schedule—but actually learning to nourish and rest your own body first?In this episode, Bethany Thomson, a registered dietitian, certified Christian life coach, and soul care practitioner, shares h...

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32 How to Talk to your Child When You Experience...

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2025/09/18

Are you struggling to understand why you're grieving so deeply for someone you've never met personally?Do you feel angry that you have to explain violence and tragedy to your children when they should be innocent?Are you wondering how to help your family process unexpected loss while maintaining their sense of safety and faith? Episode Overview In this raw episode, I address the profound impact of Charlie Kirk's tragic death on our Christian community and share practical guidance for supporti...

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31 Stop Accepting 'Perpetual Elementary School' - How...

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2025/09/02

Are you exhausted from feeling like your special needs child is stuck in perpetual elementary school because they don't read, write, speak, or do math? Do you wonder if God has abandoned you when your child faces constant rejection and you're drowning in decision paralysis about what they really need? What if there was a Biblical foundation that could give you direction for homeschooling any child - regardless of their abilities or disabilities? In this deeply encouraging episode, I sit dow...

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30 Why Your Child's ADHD or Behavioral Symptoms Might...

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2025/08/30

Are you exhausted from watching your child struggle in the classroom while feeling like you're missing something important? Do you suspect your child needs support but don't know where to start or feel overwhelmed by the options? What if the key to helping your wiggly, unfocused child isn't another diagnosis, but addressing foundational reflexes that never properly integrated? In this episode, I sit down with Tiffany Parsons, a practicing occupational therapist, pastor's wife, and...

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