Episodes
Jenny Landgren shares her painful and difficult journey of leaving a toxic marriage with three young children. Listen in as she talks through her process of forgiving and rediscovering herself.  Learn more about this episode on our BRAND NEW website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 10/19/21
Katie Yakich's motto is: "Don't take life too seriously." In 2021, she and her husband decided to homeschool their two boys. In true Katie fashion, they are homeschooling in their own way, through cross-country travel and in-person learning experiences.  Learn more about this episode on our BRAND NEW website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 10/12/21
Jenny Landgren has faced many challenges as a mother, including navigating an abusive marriage while raising her three, young kids. Jenny and Emily talk about turning hardship into growth and, most importantly, learning to let go.  Learn more about this episode on our BRAND NEW website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 10/05/21
After working in schools for over 20 years in mental health and resilience, Connie talks about the importance of bringing the hurting closer, rather than pushing them away. Learn more about this episode on our BRAND NEW website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 09/28/21
Andre Brisson was diagnosed with ADHD, Aspergers, and Giftedness late in life. He now helps high-achieving ADHD individuals understand and celebrate their true self. Andre is the host a new podcast, The Impulsive Thinker, where he is beginning to interview high achieving ADHD entrepreneurs to help people convert their ADHD symptoms into their strengths. Learn more about this episode on our BRAND NEW website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 09/21/21
Brandon Fong is an entrepreneur, author, podcast host, and marketing nerd who always felt like a misfit. He shares how he capitalized on his uniqueness to be successful in life.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 07/13/21
Mona Delahooke, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 30 years of experience caring for children and their families. Mona and Emily talk about reclaiming the term "misfit" and redefining what it means to be "typical." Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 07/06/21
Andy and Emily share practical ways to set our kids up for success in school and life by developing a growth mindset. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 06/29/21
Ashley Farrar was diagnosed with ADHD soon after her daughter was diagnosed with autism. After receiving conflicting advice from doctors, Ashley talks about her decision to trust her instincts as a parent and tune into her family's unique needs. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 06/22/21
Dayna was in shock as she sat across from the school principal and was told, "You need to find out what's wrong with your son." Soon after, Dayna discovered that her son has Sensory Processing Disorder. Listen in as Dayna shares simple strategies for empowering our kids to express their needs. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 06/15/21
Jaime knew something was wrong with her health during her pregnancy, but couldn't figure out what. After receiving a diagnosis of celiacs disease, she turned to food as medicine. Listen in as Jaime and Emily discuss simple strategies to foster a nutritious life for the whole family. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 06/08/21
Leeza Woodbury has been through five rounds of IEP meetings for her 5-year-old son, and has many more to come. She shares her tips, tricks, and resources for managing the process successfully. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 06/01/21
When Jason's teenage son started complaining about pain and muscle weakness, he figured it was simply "growing pains." When Logan's symptoms worsened, however, they knew something much more serious was going on. Listen as Jason and Emily talk about managing the rare condition of Juvenile Myositis.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 05/25/21
Natalie's joy quickly turned to panic when she looked down at her newborn baby and realized that her hand was not fully formed. Now, several years and several surgeries later, Natalie talks about the incredible process of giving Brielle function in her left hand.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 05/18/21
As a foster care parent, Hannah debunks the common myths about foster care. You may be surprised what's true and what's not! Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 05/11/21
Growing up, Alex Winstanley watched his grandmother struggle with dementia. Inspired to help other kids deal with a family member's long-term illness, he wrote two children's books entitled, "My grandmother has dementia" and "My uncle has depression." Alex and Emily talk about how to support our kids - and ourselves - through these difficult experiences. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 05/04/21
As the parent of a misfit, you're on the "frontlines" of advocating for your child. That can mean a lot of tough conversations. Lindsay Lapaquette, a mom to two kids with disabilities, shares how to pick our battles wisely and let go of the rest.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 04/27/21
As a military wife, Lauren found herself in Japan, overwhelmed and alone with a toddler and an infant. She speaks to the challenges of parenting in isolation and gives strategies for re-creating "the village." Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 04/20/21
Delia Perry, host of the Girls 4 Greatness Podcast, shares 5 simple strategies to ward off the confidence crisis that often plagues teenage girls.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 04/13/21
Certified Sleep Consultant, Melissa Doman, shares easy-to-implement and effective sleep training strategies that give everyone in your household a good night's rest.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 04/06/21
Audrey and her husband knew something was different about their son moments after his birth. But it took 10 years to get an accurate diagnosis. Join Audrey and Emily as they speak openly about the challenges of raising a child with a rare genetic condition. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 03/30/21
Casey O'Roarty is a an author, speaker, and parenting coach. She speaks candidly about parenting through the teenage years, helping her daughter manage severe anxiety, and coping with her husband's cancer diagnosis.  Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 03/23/21
Kelly Bron Johnson is an Autistic and Hard of Hearing self-advocate, speaker, author, and founder of Completely Inclusive and the Autistic Entrepreneurs Network. She and Emily hold nothing back as they talk about miscarriages, adoption, autism, inclusion, mental health, and schooling. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 03/16/21
Lola Dada-Olley's adult brother and two kids are on the autism spectrum. Lola shares how she went through parentification as a child. She draws on those difficult experiences as the "blueprint" for the mom she is today. Despite all of life's challenges, Lola faces every day with joy and resilience. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 03/09/21
Andrew Komarow is a Certified Neurodiversity Professional and Financial Planner to those who think differently. Diagnosed with autism later in life, he shares how he's succeeded by embracing his differences. Learn more about this episode on our website: www.mothersofmisfits.com
Published 03/02/21