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Wine with Wita

The number one podcast in Australia for parents navigating life with children with communication difficulties and/or disabilities. Hosted by Rita Shamoun, founder of RS Speech Pathology, Wine with Wita is a trusted space for families and health professionals to come together. Each episode features interviews with leading experts and real families, offering reliable guidance, insights, and evidence-based strategies. With warmth, expertise, and heart, Rita creates a supportive environment where

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01:00:13

The power of being seen: how sport changed everything...

Wine with Wita ·

2025/07/10

Hi everyone, What if you were told your child would never walk, talk, or be included? In this week’s episode of Wine with Wita, I sit down with two remarkable humans: George Tonna and Marco Quintao, founders of Heroes with Ability, a grassroots organisation changing the lives of children and young adults with disabilities through inclusive sport. George, who has cerebral palsy, went from being left out at school to representing Australia in the Paralympics. Marco, a proud father to a son with severe

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00:51:17

From the Boxing Ring to Autism Advocacy: Meet Junior Fa

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2025/07/03

Hi everyone, This week on Wine with Wita, I sat down with someone whose heart speaks louder than his fists: retired international heavyweight boxer, Junior Fa. You might know him from the ring, but in this conversation, you’ll get to know him as a father, a fierce autism advocate, and someone who chose to walk away from professional boxing to align with something much deeper: his purpose. Junior is a proud dad of three, including his son Ezra who is autistic. In this honest chat, we speak about what

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00:39:41

Dancing to a different rhythm - with Megan Jessop

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2025/06/26

Hi everyone, When you think of a dance studio, you might picture competitions, costumes, and choreography. But for Megan Jessop, Director of Dance Habit, dance is about so much more than that. It’s about belonging. Connection. Confidence. And creating a space where every child is seen, celebrated, and supported. This week on Wine with Wita, Megan shares the story behind her childhood dream turned thriving business. From teaching ballet at age 16 in New Zealand to founding one of Melbourne’s most

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00:51:20

The slow lane is the fast lane (and other things...

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2025/06/19

Hi everyone, This week’s episode of Wine with Wita is a little different. It’s not about children. Or disability.It’s about us. Us as women. Us as mothers. Us as humans who spend so much time doing, we forget to be. I sat down with my breath-work coach and dear friend, Nicola Laye. I first met Nicola when I was deep in transition, between phases of motherhood, between who I was and who I was becoming. I didn’t know it then, but I was holding my breath through it all. In this episode, we talk about:✨

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00:48:00

Coffee, Connection & Mental Health with Ben ☕️

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2025/06/12

Hi everyone, This week on Wine with Wita, I sat down with someone many of you know – Ben, the friendly face behind the coffee machine at Wattle Grove. Beyond his great coffee and warm smile is a powerful story of resilience, fatherhood, and mental health.Episode Highlights:✨ Ben shares his journey with depression, anxiety, and self-harm starting from age 12. ✨ We discuss the stigma around men’s mental health and the need for open conversations. ✨ Ben reflects on becoming a father to baby Parker and

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00:48:41

A phone call, a little boy, and a leap of faith 💬

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2025/06/05

Hi everyone, This week’s episode is so much more than just a conversation. It’s the story that started it all - from a bottle of wine to "Wine with Wita".Episode 57 of Wine with Wita marks three beautiful, humbling, life-changing years since I opened the doors to RS Speech Pathology. And to honour that milestone, I’m sitting down with the person who made it all start: Nicky, the very first parent who took a chance on me. Her son Serge was my first client. Her phone call, filled with

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01:02:06

She wasn’t responding to her name, and that changed...

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2025/05/29

Hi everyone, What would you do if two of your children needed more support than the system was designed to offer? In this week’s episode of Wine with Wita, I sit down with Crizli Martins, a mother of four, two of whom have additional needs. What began as early signs with her son Frank evolved into years of advocacy, therapy, learning, and eventually, doing it all over again with her youngest daughter, Erica.In this episode we explore:💡 The early red flags Crizli noticed and how she trusted her

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00:45:09

Why mealtimes feel so hard (and what’s really going...

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2025/05/22

Hi everyone, If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I don’t care what you eat, just eat something…” this episode is for you. This week on Wine with Wita, I’m joined by the incredible Rachel Zabel. She’s a PhD-qualified clinical dietitian, neuro-affirming feeding therapist, and mum of four. We’re talking all things feeding and neurodivergence. Because as Rachel explains, feeding is never just about food. It’s about your child’s nervous system, their sensory profile, and whether they feel safe

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00:07:06

The Invisible Disability No One Talks About

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2025/05/15

Hi everyone, This week on Wine with Wita, I’m sharing a solo episode that’s very close to my heart.As a speech pathologist, I’ve spent the past 15 years supporting children with communication disorders. What I’ve seen, time and time again, is how often these children (and their families) are misunderstood, judged, or dismissed simply because their challenges aren’t visible. We don’t talk enough about the invisible disability that is a communication disorder.In this episode, I explore:🧠 Why society

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00:50:06

Fatima Tomoum: Part 2 – The Story Continues

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2025/05/13

In this surprise follow-up, Fatima Tomoum returns to share more of her powerful journey through motherhood, advocacy, and raising neurodivergent children. We delve deeper into the emotional side of parenting, navigating early diagnoses, and using your voice when it matters most. There was more to share, and this episode holds some of the most powerful moments yet. Listen now and connect with us on Instagram @winewithwitapodcast or visit www.rsspeechpathology.com.au.Disclaimer: the purpose of this

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00:49:58

Fatima Tomoum: Infertility, triplets at 26 weeks, and...

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2025/05/08

Hi everyone, This week on Wine with Wita, I sat down with Fatima Tomoum, a woman whose story crosses countries, careers, and incredible challenges. Born in New York, raised in Brisbane, and now living in the UAE, Fatima built a stellar international career across Japan, China, France, the UK, India and beyond. But behind the success, she faced a deeply personal battle: ten rounds of IVF before welcoming her boy-boy-girl triplets, born at just 26 weeks. Fatima opens up about what it took to keep

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00:52:27

The Fairy Godmother of Disability Advocacy ✨ - Jenny...

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2025/05/01

Hi everyone, When I first received Jenny’s email, I honestly felt like acelebrity. She found Wine With Wita after watching my BizCover grant video and reached out with a simple message: “I’d love toshare my story.” What unfolded from there felt like a love story between two women passionate about supporting families navigating the world of disability. Jenny is an Early Childhood Teacher with over 30 years of experience, a mother to three children (including twin sonswith level 3 autism), and the

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00:48:55

More Than a Sister: Emily Hanlon on Guilt, Growth and...

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2025/04/24

Hi everyone, What happens when you’re five years old, and your baby brother is diagnosed with autism? In this episode of Wine with Wita, I sat down with Emily Hanlon, a Clinical Psychologist, mum of three, and the proud big sister of Richard, who was diagnosed with autism as a baby.Emily shares her powerful story of growing up as a sibling to someone with high support needs, from the guilt she carried for decades, to the deep love and responsibility she still feels today.Her honesty is raw, her

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00:44:52

The strength to speak up: Lynda’s story

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2025/04/16

Hi everyone, In this episode of Wine with Wita, I sat down with Lynda Tran – a proud mum of two boys, both diagnosed with autism, and a former catering business owner known for her love of good food and community. Lynda shares the raw and emotional journey of steppingaway from her career to support her family, the financial and emotional challenges of navigating the NDIS system, and the ongoing stigma surrounding disability in culturally diverse communities. Her story is filled with honesty,

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00:48:10

Turning Challenge into Change: A Father’s Support...

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2025/04/10

Hi everyone, Sometimes the most meaningful support comes from someone who’s walked the same path.In this episode of Wine with Wita, I sit down with Atilio Brito, a devoted father, finance professional, and founder of Dads Speak, a support network for fathers raising children with special needs. Atilio opens up about the moment his son Alexis was diagnosed with Level 3 autism and ADHD, and how that news sent him into a dark space. Like so many fathers, Atilio felt pressure to hold everything

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00:56:16

Breaking Barriers in Disability Advocacy – A...

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2025/04/03

Hi everyone, In this episode of Wine with Wita, I sat down with Jessica Labban – a devoted mum of two, passionate teacher, and one of the most determined and warm-hearted parents I’ve had the honour of working alongside. Jessica shares her deeply personal journey navigating earlysigns of autism in her son Jacob, the trauma of his birth, and the emotional toll of seeking support when the system didn’t always make it easy.She opens up about the moment a daycare refused to accepther child, the inner

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00:29:00

From Fear of Water to Paralympic Podium 🥇 with Ruby...

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2025/03/27

Hi everyone, In this episode of Wine with Wita, I had the absolute honour of sitting down with Ruby Storm — Australian Paralympian, medal winner, and an all-around superstar.Ruby has earned gold and silver medals at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics and a silver medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. But what’s even more inspiring? She was once terrified of water.From a shy toddler afraid to get into the pool… to walking out on the world stage with Australia on her back, Ruby’s story is one of resilience,

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00:42:07

The Woman Behind the Swim Teacher of the Year: A...

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2025/03/20

Hi everyone, In this episode of Wine with Wita, we take a deeper dive into the story of Connor Bailey, the Swim Teacher of the Year for Learners with Disabilities, but from a new perspective—his mother, Linda. Behind every incredible success story, there’s often a pillar of strength, and for Connor, that’s his mum, Linda. She’s been his unwavering support through his diagnosis, education, and career journey—advocating, adapting, and challenging the system to ensure he had the best opportunities to

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00:51:42

Empowering All Kids to Swim with Natalie Flintrop-Clarke

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2025/03/13

Hi everyone, In this episode of Wine with Wita, I had the privilege of sitting down with Natalie Flintrop-Clarke, founder of Swim 4 All. As both a dedicated swim teacher and a mother of a neurodivergent child, Natalie has built a swim school that welcomes children of all abilities, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn this life-saving skill.In this powerful episode, we discussed:WHAT WE DISCUSSED: ✔️ How to create swim classes that support children with disabilities ✔️ The

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00:42:29

Drowning Prevention & Inclusive Swim Education with...

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2025/03/06

Hi everyone, This week on Wine with Wita, I had the privilege of speaking with Rhiannon Kocmar, the National Educational Manager atSWIM Australia. With a 27-year career spanning teaching, coaching, and advocating for water safety, Rhiannon is at the forefront of initiatives supporting neurodivergent children in swimming. She is deeply passionate about watersafety, drowningprevention, and creating inclusiveenvironments for children of all abilities. In this powerful episode, we discussed:💦 The high

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