Raising Disabled
We're Deonna and Rhandyl and this is Raising Disabled where we openly talk about parenting our disabled kids and the challenges and triumphs that we've experienced along the way.
If you are a parent of a disabled child or have wondered what it's actually like and want to make sure EVERYBODY BELONGS, you're in the right place.
Please subscribe to Raising Disabled to have some fun with us as we discuss the extreme highs and lows that we and our guests have experienced firsthand living this different life that we love.
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Episodes
37 episodes
Dumb Things People Say - When Are They Going to Get Better
In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talk about one of the most frustrating questions parents of disabled children hear: "When will they be better?" We discuss:why this question is harmful, how...
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Episode 36
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43:48
How to Talk to Your Kids About Disabled People
In this episode we tell parents of typical children:Why they should be having an intentional, continuous conversation with their kids about people with disabilities,What they should teach their children to do and say (and w...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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56:09
Back to School Feelings from our Listeners
In this episode we share our feelings and the feelings of some of our listeners about their kids going back to school. We talk about the perspectives of families:going to public school, using home service...
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1:22:21
Jessica Raising Ryan
In this episode of Raising Disabled we talk to Jessica Patay about:raising her son Ryan,her book and podcast We Are Brave Together,and her caregiver retreats.Learn more about Jessica and her projects at
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Episode 33
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56:31
Lindsay Raising Eva
In this episode we talk to Lindsay Sherbondy about:her daughter Eva's life altering accident,what life has been like for their family following this accident,how God has used this pain for good,and her art...
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Episode 32
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1:41:49
Disability Pride Month
In this episode of Raising Disabled we asked our Instagram and Facebook friends what "disability pride" means to them as the parents of disabled kids. Disability accounts we recommend:
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Episode 31
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1:09:26
Effie Raising Ford + Once Upon a Gene Podcast
In this episode of Raising Disabled we talk to Effie Parks about:raising her son Ford,her podcast Once Upon a Gene,and her mission to help families with genetic disorders...
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Episode 30
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44:50
Katrina Raising Dallas - The Recess Project
In this episode we:talk to Katrina about raising her daughter Dallas,acceptance of your child's disability,and her non-profit The Recess Project....
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Episode 29
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1:01:40
Ryan Raising Reynolds + My Mejo App
In this episode we talk to Ryan about:raising his son Reynolds,his experience being a stay at home dad,and My Mejo, an app that keeps families of disabled kids organized and sane.Follow Ryan on Instagr...
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Episode 28
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1:25:02
Kami and Tanner Raising Callie
In this episode, we talk to Kami and Tanner about raising their daughter Callie. This episode is sponsored by Zing Standers.
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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1:03:16
One Year Anniversary of Raising Disabled
In this episode, we look back at our favorite moments from the first year of Raising Disabled. Thank you so much to every single person who has listened! Glass Ouse device mentioned in th...
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Episode 26
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1:03:52
Anger Management Strategies with Deanna Dawson
In this episode we talk with Licensed Counselor Deanna Dawson of Springs Therapy about:what anger actually is,how to identify it and recognize triggers,and TONS of useful tips when your di...
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Episode 25
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55:05
Dumb Things People Say - God Gives Special Kids to Special People
In this episode we are talking about the common phrase "God Gives Special Kids to Special People" and are discussing how parents of disabled kids feel when people say this to them and what you could say instead.
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Episode 24
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45:58
Guilt with Amanda Griffith Atkins
On this episode we talk with Licensed Therapist and Disability Parent/Advocate Amanda Griffith Atkins and she answers these questions from our listeners:...
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Episode 23
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1:18:36
The Sibling Perspective
In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talked to Stephanie Dotson about her experience growing up with her disabled sibling, Abby.
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Episode 22
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56:38
Accessible Adventures with Kristy Cook
In this episode, we talk to Kristy Cook of Accessible Adventures about:raising her disabled son Robbiehow they travel in their RVall of their favorite National/State Parksand her amazing tips for travel
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1:26:51
Vacation Mishaps
In this episode we share some of our scariest vacation stories and how we learned from them.
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49:47
Deanna Raising Joy
In this episode we talk to Deanna Dawson about:raising her adopted daughter Joy who has Shaken Baby Syndrome,her family fostering many kids, some with disabilities,her church program for kids with disabilities,
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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1:04:43
Holiday Catch Up with Deonna and Rhandyl
In this episode Deonna and Rhandyl talk about what they did over their Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday break. Feeding robot mentioned in the show: Obi Robot
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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31:18
Tips for Buying Gifts for Disabled Kids
In this episode, we are sharing A LOT of gift ideas for disabled kids. These ideas are from us, our kids, our Raising Disabled Parent Group (ask us how you can join and help with future episodes) and our listeners.We talked about ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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55:03
Brooke Raising Corben
In this episode we're talking with Brooke about her journey Raising Disabled with her son, Corben. Corben has Down Syndrome and Autism.Brooke walks us through when they found out about his disability,
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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45:41
Remi's Routine
In this episode, Rhandyl shares about the daily routine of her daughter Remi, who has Severe Tracheobronchomalacia or TBM.
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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49:32
Spinal Cord Injury - Allie's Daily Routine
In this episode, Deonna shares about the daily routine of her daughter Allie, who has a C1 level spinal cord injury.
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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50:12