Hey Momma,
Ever walked into a pediatrician’s office, an IEP meeting, or even just a park conversation… and second-guessed everything you were about to say?
Felt that sinking “they’re not going to believe me” feeling? Or caught yourself wondering, “Am I allowed to ask for this?”
This episode is your reminder: you don’t need permission. You need language.
What We’re Chatting About Today:
In this heart-centered episode, we’re exploring what it means to advocate for your child—without armor, without apology, and without waiting for someone else to validate your knowing. You’ll hear the story of a misread IEP, how advocacy shifted when the right words were found, and why clarity is your strongest tool.
We’ll unpack:
- Why you’re already an expert on your child—and how to own that
- How your language reshapes how others see and support your child
- Why nervous system regulation matters for you, too
- How to reframe “defiant” and “dramatic” into “dysregulated” and “sensory overwhelmed”
- Practical sentence starters to advocate with power and softness
This one is your deep breath before that next hard conversation—and your reminder that clear, regulated advocacy creates change. Key Moments:
- (03:00) My co-sleeping shame spiral—and what it taught me about self-trust
- (07:00) When I couldn’t find the words—and when I finally did
- (12:00) How professionals respond when we reframe behavior with data + compassion
- (17:00) Gentle advocacy: leading, not fighting
- (21:00) Your micro-shift: Write one sentence you’ll practice before your next advocacy moment
Resources:
- 👉 The Clarity Lab: A 10-minute reset to help you see behavior through a sensory lens—and speak about it with confidence
Stay Connected:
Next Steps:
- Hit Follow so you don’t miss the next tool or insight
- Try writing one simple advocacy phrase today (“They’re not defiant—ther’re dysregulated”)
- Share this with another sensory mama who’s finding her voice
