the windy bog road of motherhood: special needs edition

Two friends, Angelina and Anne-Marie, discuss their experiences as stay-at-home moms and full-time caregivers. They talk about the upcoming Christmas season and how they used to dread it due to the challenges of caring for their special needs children. However, they have learned not to overthink things and let go of unnecessary worries. They share a funny story about Ann-Marie using up her husband's car's petrol and feeling guilty about it, only to realize later that she misread the car's dashboard

Two stay-at-home moms discuss their experiences as full-time caregivers for their special needs children. They talk about the challenges of taking care of themselves. They reflect on the pressure to prioritize their children and the guilt they feel when they prioritize their own needs. They also discuss the resilience of children and the importance of self-care for mothers. They share humorous anecdotes about their children's independence and problem-solving skills. Overall, they emphasize the need

Anne-Marie and Angelina are two stay-at-home moms and full-time carers who have formed a friendship through their experiences with special needs children. They discuss the challenges of communicating with others who work with their children and how their children's needs are sometimes misunderstood. They also express frustration with the medical model of viewing their children's communication and behavior as symptoms or problems to be fixed. They want others to see their children's resilience and

The podcast hosts, Angelina and Anne-Marie, discuss why they call themselves the Windy Bog Road of Motherhood. They feel like they are on a challenging and isolated road with their children, including those with special needs. They talk about the struggles and joys of parenting, comparing it to being zookeepers or farmers. They also mention the importance of patience and learning on this road. The hosts record the podcast in a hidden utility room. They end with a humorous tone and invite listeners

The podcast hosts, Angelina and Anne-Marie, discuss their experiences as mothers of children with special needs. They talk about the challenges they face, the lack of understanding from others, and the importance of finding support from other parents in similar situations. They also share stories of their children's unique qualities and how they have learned to advocate for them. The hosts emphasize the need for empathy and acceptance towards families dealing with special needs. Hosted on Acast