EP 104 \\ Building a Thriving Marriage While Caring for Children With Disabilities with Kristin & Todd Evans
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Hi friend!  Building a strong and thriving marriage takes hard work. Now, adding a child makes it feel even more challenging. For married couples caring for a child or children with disabilities, a thriving marriage can seem impossible. Research has shown that these couples face unique and intense stressors and are at increased risk for divorce. The additional challenges, responsibilities, and grief can take a toll. In this enlightening episode, our special guests, Kristin and Todd Evans will be taking us on a journey as they share their knowledge, experience, and story as it relates to the title of their new book: How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities. So, stay tuned and get ready to be enlightened as we delve into the topic for today.   Kristin Faith Evans, MA, MS, LMSW and Todd Evans, Phd, MA, are award-winning authors, speakers, and disability parents. They earned their MA in Christian educational ministries at Wheaton College in Illinois and have served together in full-time ministry in church, camping, and retreat settings. Todd received his PhD from Vanderbilt University’s School of Engineering and currently manages his own business. Kristin earned her MSW from the University of Tennessee and is a Licensed Master Social Worker experienced in couples, child and family, substance abuse, and crisis counseling. You can connect with Kristin and Todd Evans by visiting their website where you will find out more about their resources and their book: How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities. https://disabilityparenting.com/   .............................................................................................................   For questions/inquiries/coaching: Email: [email protected]    The Happy Married Family Online Shop: https://happymarriedfamily.etsy.com/    
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