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Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast

Tonya Wollum

Conversations to support parents of children with disabilities.

kids & family parenting

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Episode #141: The Hardest Lesson: Why a Break Saved a...

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2025/11/10

Paralympic Swimming Bronze Medalist Evan Wilkerson details his dramatic 2025 win in Singapore, battling E. coli, burnout, and learning the vital lesson of rest.

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00:14:46

Episode #140: What to Expect at Your First IEP...

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2025/10/28

Learn what to expect at your first IEP meeting as a parent. Get practical tips, understand team roles, and download our free 15-question checklist today.

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00:07:11

Episode #139: How to Know if Your Child Qualifies for...

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2025/09/29

How to get an IEP evaluation? IEP Coach Tonya Wollum breaks down the special education eligibility process, your rights under the IDEA law, and the critical step to request services in writing. Download the free letter template!

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00:32:41

138. Speech Therapist Reveals the ONE Question Every...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/09/23

Learn the crucial signs of speech and language delays from an expert and discover actionable steps for parents. This episode covers early intervention, IEPs, and the power of a parent's intuition.

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00:04:06

Episode #137: The Future of Special Education: How...

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2025/09/16

Stay informed on the latest special education news. Host Tonya Wollum discusses a proposed IDEA funding overhaul, new data on state compliance, and a huge Supreme Court win for students with disabilities. Learn what this means for your child's IEP.

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00:23:21

Episode #136: Mastering To-Do Lists as a Parent is...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/09/07

Learn how to find peace and stay productive in the midst of a chaotic parenting life. Jen Anderson, creator of the ACCOMPLIST app, shares tips on shifting your mindset and embracing a flexible to-do list.

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00:12:42

Episode #135: 5 School Communication Secrets That...

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2025/08/31

Learn 5 simple school communication secrets that will help you build a powerful partnership with your child's teacher and IEP team, turning a stressful relationship into a collaborative one.

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00:53:02

Episode #134: The Surprising Reason Your Child...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/08/24

Learn how to prepare your neurodiverse child for adulthood with actionable steps on teaching daily living skills and building independence. Authors Kristin Lombardi & Christine Drew share expert advice.

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00:58:47

133. Navigating College as a Visually Impaired Freshman?

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/08/08

Think you know what it takes to succeed in college? You'll be amazed by the tech, grit, and self-advocacy that a blind student uses to thrive in a sighted world.

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00:11:57

Episode #132: How The ADA Forced Schools To Change...

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2025/08/04

The ADA is more than just ramps and elevators. It's a civil rights law that reshaped the educational landscape for millions of children. Find out how this law gives your child the right to learn.

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00:16:31

Episode #131: The Unseen Bias: What AI Image...

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2025/07/27

Discover the shocking truth about AI disability bias in image generators. This experiment reveals how AI misrepresents and stereotypes, highlighting the urgent need for inclusive AI development and authentic disability representation AI.

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00:03:41

Episode #130: Special Ed Under Siege? Navigating the...

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2025/07/22

Don't miss this crucial special education news alert! Discover the latest on IDEA enforcement, staff cuts, and a landmark restraint lawsuit settlement.

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00:11:34

129. What No One Tells You About Parenting a Child...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/07/13

Explore the unspoken grief parents of children with disabilities experience over lost dreams. Find comfort, validation, and practical coping strategies for special needs parenting in this heartfelt episode. Download your free mindfulness guide.

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00:37:43

Episode #128: The #1 Thing ADHD Kids Need to MASTER...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/06/27

Episode #128: The #1 Thing ADHD Kids Need to MASTER Emotional Intelligence

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00:37:43

Episode #128: The #1 Thing ADHD Kids Need to MASTER...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/06/27

Episode #128: The #1 Thing ADHD Kids Need to MASTER Emotional Intelligence

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00:24:34

Episode #127: Cerebral Palsy - Hope, Advocacy, and...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/06/11

Brittany Gilbert, an inspiring adult with cerebral palsy, helps us understand CP from a lived perspective, offering actionable insights on nurturing independence, building support networks, navigating social interactions, and fostering a positive

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00:24:15

Episode #126: Discovering New Clarity with AuDHD

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/05/24

Learn how the powerful journey of being diagnosed with both Autism and ADHD as an adult offers a unique and valuable lens on how neurodiversity can manifest and the profound impact of understanding our children's unique wiring

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00:28:47

Episode #125: How to Prepare Teens for Real World...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/05/09

Worried about your teen navigating job interviews and social situations? This episode reveals the crucial skills they need to shine, plus insider tips even employers might be missing!

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00:17:36

Episode #124: What's it Like Living with Multiple...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/05/03

What if living with multiple disabilities wasn't about limitations, but about ingenious solutions? In this episode, Ally Pack-Adair returns to share her strategies for not just managing, but truly thriving while living with multiple disabilies.

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00:19:05

Episode #123: Can Your Child Become a STRONG...

Water Prairie Chronicles Podcast ·

2025/04/24

From quiet questions to Capitol Hill calls: Discover how any voice can ignite disability advocacy. In this episode of the Water Prairie Chronicles, host Tonya Wollum welcomes back Ally Pack-Adair, a passionate advocate and ambassador for the MDA.

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