This episode is the voice of a mother who has been fighting for her disabled son for over two decades- often alone, often unheard, and often in systems not built to support families like hers.
But it's also a story of resilience. Of refusing to give up. Of love, grit, and the kind of strength that only grows in the shadows of hardship.
Kara Christensen opens her heart and shares her journey as a special-needs parent navigating medical decisions, legal barriers, emotional burnout, and the weight of constant advocacy.
This is not just a story, it's a cry for community, a reminder that families facing complex disabilities need support, connection, and people who won't turn away.
What it's really like to parent a medically complex child when every decision feels high stakes
The emotional and physical toll long-term caregiving takes on families
How systems intended to help can leave parents overwhelmed, confused, or abandoned
The constant advocacy required — from appointments to paperwork to fighting for basic needs
How trauma and resilience can coexist
The loneliness parents experience when they feel no one understands
Why community, shared stories, and support matter
How one mother keeps choosing courage, even when the world feels impossible
Kara's case continues as she seeks justice for her son to finally receive the financial support he deserves from this tragic accident. If you have any recommendations or would like to donate to get her the representation she needs, please connect with Brittany or see Kara's gofundme page.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/secure-keanyns-lifelong-care-and-rights
Connect with Brittany:
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@mightgetloudpodcast
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brittanyracine_/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brittanyracine643
Resources/Special Needs Care Recommendations:
https://thejacobsladdergroup.org/
