Sunshine Special Support

Summary In this episode, Chrissy tackles the challenging reality of dealing with judgment and unwanted advice regarding a child with special needs. The discussion focuses on recognizing where judgment comes from—family, friends, and strangers—and developing specific strategies, including educating, setting firm boundaries, and protecting your child's self-worth. Key Takeaways and Strategies 1. Navigating Judgment from Family Family judgment often hurts the most. Sometimes, the comments ...

In this episode, practical strategies are shared for parents on how to advocate effectively for their children in the special education system without becoming seen as "difficult" by school staff. The discussion focuses on collaborative, relationship-building approaches, smart documentation, and knowing when and how to escalate issues to achieve meaningful support. Support the show

The host shares her personal journey as a sibling of a special needs brother, exploring the protective instincts, complex emotions, and growth that come from this experience while validating that all sibling feelings are valid. Support the show

A raw, honest look at the emotional journey families experience after receiving a special needs diagnosis, and how life shifts in unexpected ways.