Podcast

May 11, 2026 | 28 min 17 sec

Chochi Knott, Jason Behamdouni, and Lori Wilson. Each is a parent and caregiver to a child with FASD, bringing unique perspectives and lived experiences to the conversation. This episode explores common misconceptions about FASD, the impact of societal structures and institutions on families’ lives, and the coping strategies, resilience, and victories that come with caregiving.

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April 16, 2025 | 28 min 23 sec

Wendy and Liz are joined by guests Sharon Shelton and Ab Velasco to discuss gratitude in the caregiver journey. Sharon is a mom of two, including an adult son with an intellectual disability, and Ab is the father of a ten-year-old with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). This episode addresses topics such as how to find gratitude in everyday challenges, focusing on small wins, and the unexpected perks and resilience of being a caregiver.

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April 2, 2025 | 28 min 28 sec

Wendy and Liz are joined by guest Lynn Zalany to discuss the n importance of caring for the caregiver. This episode discusses the idea of recognizing, managing and preventing caregiver burnout, creating a supportive environment for caregivers, and their tips for self-care.

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March 19, 2025 | 30 min 31 sec

Wendy and Liz are joined by guests Natasha Christie and Nicole Payette to share what it’s like to be an advocate for your child. Natasha is a mother to a daughter with down syndrome and Nicole has been an advocate for her 13-year-old daughter with a neurodegenerative disorder. This episode delves into caregivers’ perspectives on caring for a child with intellectual developmental disabilities, how caregivers can advocate for their child, and what pathways of advocacy exist.

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March 5, 2025 | 29 min 35 sec

Wendy and Liz are joined by guests Linda Koehler and Sara Marcelin-Elliott for the first episode to share their lived experience of caring for a child with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Linda is a caregiver to her grandson with an autism, ADHD and global developmental delay diagnosis and Sara is a mother to an exceptional teen with dual diagnosis. This episode is all about finding families, the pros and cons of community, and the stages of community throughout your child’s life.

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