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Called to Love: An Adoption Podcast for Christian Parents - Christian Adoption, Trauma and Healing, Foster Care, Parenting Adopted ChildrenCelebrating Special Needs Adoption with Heather AvisWelcome to the Called to Love Podcast! In this episode, I am joined by New York Times best-selling author, speaker, podcaster, advocate for Downs Syndrome kids, and adoptive mom: Heather Avis. Heather started “The Lucky Few” movement to change the narrative behind children with Downs Syndrome. She says every time her kids walk out her door and into the world, they are walking into a world that does not value them. As Heather shares in this podcast episode, if the narrative behind Downs was different it is likely the bio families of her two kids wouldn...2025-06-2435 min
Reimagining the Good Life with Amy Julia BeckerThe Lucky Few: Finding Delight and Belonging in Disability with Heather AvisWhen Heather Avis says she’s one of “the lucky few,” she means it. In this episode, we talk about growing up with our children with Down syndrome, what it means to delight in our kids, and how all of us can participate in shifting the narrative around disability toward love and belonging. Our conversation highlights her new children’s book, I Like You So Much, and focuses on:Proclaiming the worth of our childrenThe role of children's books in shifting disability narrativesUnderstanding identityExploring mutuality in relationshipsThe importance of spaces of belongingDelight and celebration in parentingMENTIONED IN THIS...2025-06-1747 min
The Lucky FewBONUS: The Power of Saying "I Like You So Much" (Heather's New Book!)It’s 2025 and there are a few things we know are true… The world is chaotic. And we NEED more compliments. That’s why our very own Heather Avis wrote her new children’s book, “I Like You So Much: Celebrating What Makes You, You!” We’re chatting all about the inspiration for this book and more today!What’s the difference between saying “I like you” and “I love you?”When’s the last time you gave a compliment that wasn’t based on an accomplishment?How did Heather make sure that ALL children could see themselves in her...2025-06-0339 min
Especially Organized: Sensible Solutions for Special Needs Moms84 | Inclusion vs Belonging for the Disability Community: What's The Difference? My Conversation with Heather Avis of The Lucky Few84 | Inclusion vs. Belonging for the Disabled: What's The Difference? My Conversation with Heather Avis of The Lucky Few
Join me for a heartfelt conversation with Heather Avis, a New York Times bestselling author and advocate, where we discuss the essence of creating spaces where children with disabilities are cherished for their individuality rather than forced to conform.
Heather and I share candid reflections on the pressures and decisions involved in choosing the right educational paths for our children with intellectual disabilities. We explore the dynamic and deeply personal choices we as parents must make and...2025-01-2841 min
The Collaborative IEPWhen Inclusion Doesn't Work With Heather Avis from The Lucky FewMy friend, Heather Avis is a fierce advocate from whom we can all learn something. When she and I planned this episode, we chatted about what happens when families (spoiler alert: like hers) have to make the hard decision to access a more restrictive/less inclusive setting for their children at school. We had so much content planned... but then we hit record and we had an even better discussion about so many things that weigh on parents' and educators' hearts. What is the true definition of inclusion? What does it mean to belong? Where do inclusion and belonging...2024-09-0355 min
The Power of ConnectionsHeather Avis: Beyond the Narrative – A Journey Through Inclusivity and AdvocacyIn this episode, Rich and Heather discuss: The transformative power of adopting a child with Down syndrome on personal perceptions of disabilityConfronting societal ableism and the emotional journey of proving a child's worthRejecting the pursuit of ease in favor of embracing challenges for personal growth and human connection Heather's unexpected literary path and the impact of her work on changing narratives around Down syndromeThe role of relationships in reshaping views on individuals with Down syndrome and promoting genuine inclusivityKey Takeaways: Storytelling and advocacy are vital tools in constructing a more inclusive society, inf...2024-07-0834 min
The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 49 - Heather's Story - Down Syndrome, Adoption, and Saying YesToday, I have the honor of talking with Heather Avis (author, podcaster, and speaker) about her unique and heart-warming family journey. Heather and her husband have adopted three children, two of which have Down Syndrome. Heather shares honestly about what it was like to have a plan and then to bravely say yes to a path that was definitely not part of this plan. She shares about open heart surgeries, birth family relationships, having a family with people of different races and cultures, and what makes each of her children unique and special.
Heather's...2024-03-1946 min
Bold Voices, Soft HeartsThe Lucky Few with Heather AvisJoin Misty and Heather as they discuss ableism within our society. Heather is the founder of The Lucky Few. She is a New York Times bestselling author, co-host at The Lucky Few Podcast, influencer and Down syndrome advocate.
For the past decade she has been shouting the worth and shifting the narrative for people with Down syndrome. She is committed to creating a more inclusive world where everyone belongs.
https://theluckyfewfoundation.orghttps://www.theluckyfewpodcast.comIG: @theluckyfewofficial2024-03-1938 min
Think InclusiveHeather Avis from The Lucky Few on Intentional InclusionAbout The Guest(s): Heather Avis is an author, speaker, and advocate for individuals with Down syndrome. She is the founder of The Lucky Few, a foundation that aims to shift the narrative around Down syndrome and create spaces of belonging for everyone. Heather shares her personal experiences as a mother of three adopted children, two of whom have Down syndrome, and uses storytelling to challenge societal perceptions and promote inclusion.Summary: Heather Avis and Tim Villegas engage in a thought-provoking conversation about intentional inclusion and the power of storytelling in transforming perceptions. They delve into...2023-12-1458 min
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I Don't Know How You Do ItLove As An Action: The Lucky Few, with Heather AvisWhat does it mean to be human? Why is comfort not necessarily something to strive for? How is love more than just a feeling or emotion?These are just a few of the topics covered in this enlightening conversation with New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and founder of The Lucky Few, Heather Avis.Get ready to have your heart touched and your perspective shifted as Heather Avis shares her extraordinary journey of love. In a life she never planned, Heather takes us through the unexpected twists and turns and the divine nudge that...2023-09-1240 min
Voices of Your Village232 - How to build a culture of inclusivity at home with Heather AvisYou're listening to Voices of Your Village. And today we get to hang out with my pal Heather Avis from the Lucky Few Foundation. Maybe you follow The Lucky Few Official on Instagram. Fantastic follow. Heather wrote one of my absolute favorite children's books. It's called Everyone Belongs. And I honestly, I cannot read it without crying. It's so good. It's one of my favorite gifts to give at kids' birthday parties. And today we get to dive in with her on how to build a culture of inclusivity at home. I love Heather's approach and work and influence in t...2023-05-1842 min
Rhythms for LifeEveryone Belongs: Heather AvisHeather Avis, author of Everyone Belongs and Down Syndrome advocate, joins us this week on the Rhythms for Life Podcast to share how she has overcome the challenges of parenting two kids with special needs and has learned so much about facing adversity and building resilience from her two children with Down Syndrome.Pre-Order Building a Resilient Life today and receive $97 in free bonuses at https://www.rebekahlyons.com/rlbook.Join Rebekah's Launch Team for Building a Resilient Life and join Rebekah for three mentoring sessions on relationships, mental health, and calling. Join the launch...2023-03-2240 min
A Little Something ExtraS2 E8: A Little Something Extra with Heather AvisWith World Down Syndrome Day just around the corner, this week’s episode of A Little Something Extra feels a bit more special! To celebrate, we spoke with the founder of The Lucky Few, Heather Avis! Heather is a New York Times best-selling author, podcaster, and a Down syndrome advocate, working to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs. The Lucky Few has grown from this concept of celebrating those lucky enough to be influenced by a Down syndrome diagnosis to a lifestyle brand and organization that is synonymous with the Down syndrome Diagnosis. The Lucky Few concept ha...2023-03-1652 min
The SpeakeasyHeather Avis | The Lucky Few | Episode 209Best-selling author, podcaster and Down syndrome advocate Heather Avis joins Blake to talk about creating a more inclusive world where everyone belongs. In her book, she reminds us that it is possible to make room for all people and all abilities, and that life is brighter when we give every person a chance to shine. Listen in as they talk about making a decision to step into an uncomfortable place to break down the barrier and what it looks like when you have the tools and the opportunity to love well. Heather is the author of Everyone...2022-12-2835 min
Chasing What MattersCWM - Heather AvisHeather Avis is founder and chief visionary officer at The Lucky Few, a social awareness brand on a mission to make a more inclusive and loving world with an emphasis on shifting the Down syndrome narrative. The author of Everyone Belongs and the New York Times best-selling children’s book Different—A Great Thing to Be!, she runs The Lucky Few's hit Instagram account and is the author of a book and co-host of the podcast by the same name.Heather is also the founder of the Lucky Few Foundation, a national Down syndrome advocacy organization. A form...2022-10-121h 02Chasing What MattersCWM - Heather AvisHeather Avis is founder and chief visionary officer at The Lucky Few, a social awareness brand on a mission to make a more inclusive and loving world with an emphasis on shifting the Down syndrome narrative. The author of Everyone Belongs and the New York Times best-selling children’s book Different—A Great Thing to Be!, she runs The Lucky Few's hit Instagram account and is the author of a book and co-host of the podcast by the same name.Heather is also the founder of the Lucky Few Foundation, a national Down syndrome advocacy organization. A form...2022-10-1001 min
This Undivided Life#121 Heather Avis: Everyone BelongsHeather Avis is the founder of The Lucky Few, a New York Times best-selling author, podcaster and a Down syndrome advocate, working to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs. For more than a decade,She has led this effort by shouting worth, shifting narratives and reimagining what it looks like when we embrace our differences. The Lucky Few is an invitation to build a kinder, more inclusive world. We accomplish this through a combination of advocacy and activism, narrative-shifting and storytelling. The Lucky Few believes in inspiring and challenging our audiences, calling them to listen...2022-10-0443 minReimagining the Good Life with Amy Julia BeckerDown Syndrome and Belonging with Heather Avis“You belong here, as you are, who you are. Come be in this place with us.” Down syndrome advocate and author Heather Avis joins Amy Julia to talk about the importance of people with Down syndrome, celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and creating spaces of belovedness and belonging.__Guest Bio:“Founder of The Lucky Few and The Lucky Few Foundation, Heather Avis is a New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, and Down syndrome advocate, working to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs.”__Connect Online:heatheravis.comFounda...2022-10-0449 min
The Bible for Kids PodcastS4Ep35: Everyone Belongs with author Heather AvisThis week Mike and Sarah talk with author Heather Avis about her new book Everyone Belongs. Everyone Belongs is a joyful rhyming picture book that encourages children to not only value all people but to also make room for their differences in order to make a better, brighter, and more beautiful world. We know everyone's different; no two are the same. You belong in our show! the sisters exclaimed. Macy and Tru are putting on a spectacular talent show to highlight the ways they love to perform. Other kids arrive, eager to participate bu...2022-09-0533 min
Full Spectrum Parent: Christian Autism Support | Special Needs Parenting | Faith & Autism ResourcesThe Lessons Our Kids Teach Us P.1 feat. Heather AvisIn Episode 24, we introduce a 3-part series called “The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us” and we had the honor of interviewing Heather Avis. Heather Avis is a New York Times best-selling author, podcaster and Down syndrome advocate, working to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs. Learn more about her latest ministry and her latest child’s book, “Everyone Belongs” at https://www.heatheravis.com/everyonebelongs2022-09-0134 min
The Collide Kids Podcast | Kid-Friendly Christian Interviews About Faith, Careers, and Family FunHow to Make Sure Everyone Belongs w/ Heather AvisChristen Clark interviews author, speaker, and advocate, Heather Avis, about her new children's book EVERYONE BELONGS, shifting the Down Syndrome narrative, and how we can all help create spaces for belonging. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Addison Ray!Go to HeatherAvis.com for more information about her books and resources or follow her on social media @theluckyfewofficial.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/collidekidspod/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/collidekidspod/supportBark proactively works to monitor, detect, and alert you to potential issues on your kids' devices. Visit bark.us to learn more about how...2022-08-2636 min
Get Real with Caroline HobbyHOW-TO MINISODE WITH HEATHER AVIS: How to foster belonging with your children in your home and community.On Monday, I sat down with Heather Avis. Heather is a New York Times bestselling author with her book, "Different - A Great Thing To Be," and an active Down Syndrome advocate, after adopting two children with Down Syndrome into her own family. Today we are giving you a quick breakdown on how to begin fully taking the steps to nurture belonging and inclusion in all aspects of your life. Throughout our conversation, Heather touches on three ways you can start fostering belonging with your children in your home and overall community...1. Assume competence2. Extend an invitation2022-08-2505 minGet Real with Caroline HobbyHEATHER AVIS: New York Times bestselling author and Down Syndrome advocate shares what it's like being front row to miracles!This week, I get real with Heather Avis. Heather is a New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, Down Syndrome advocate, and mother of three adopted children. She is a true force of nature and gift to this world! In this episode, we talk all about:• Her journey of adopting• Tips for people wanting to adopt• Being front row to miracles• The inspiration behind her newest book, "Everyone Belongs"• How to let go of expectations and step into the unexpectedTalking with Heather truly moved me to tears. I really cannot wait for you to listen...2022-08-2231 min
Mint Arrow Messages184: Everyone Belongs with Heather AvisHeather Avis is the founder of The Lucky Few, a New York Times best-selling author, podcaster and a Down syndrome advocate, working to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs. For more than a decade, she has led this effort by shouting worth, shifting narratives, and reimagining what it looks like when we embrace our differences. Heather just released her 3rd book called Everyone Belongs, a children’s book that teaches kids about being loving and inclusive especially to those who have disabilities. Heather patiently and graciously talked through all my questions about what it's like to be a...2022-08-1538 min
Rise Together Podcast201: Everyone Belongs - with Heather AvisPlease welcome back Heather Avis to the Rise Together podcast! If you don't already know, Heather is a New York Times bestselling author, popular Instagrammer, and mom of three adopted children. Heather's new book, Everyone Belongs, is available now wherever books are sold!Everyone Belongs is a joyful rhyming picture book that encourages children to not only value all people but also make room for their differences in order to make a better, brighter, and more beautiful world. It is an important reminder that it’s possible to make room for all people and all abilities—and that lif...2022-08-1144 min
Explore New Worlds, Free Audiobook Are the Golden PearlsEveryone Belongs Audiobook by Heather AvisListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 562455
Title: Everyone Belongs
Author: Heather Avis
Narrator: Tashi Thomas
Format: Unabridged
Length: 0:08:34
Language: English
Release date: 08-09-22
Publisher: Listening Library (Audio)
Genres: Kids, Health & Family
Summary:
A joyful rhyming book that encourages children to not only value all people but to also make room for their differences in order to make a better, brighter, and more beautiful world, from the New York Times bestselling author of Different—A Great Thing to Be!
“We know everyone's different; no two are the same. You belong in our show!” the sister...2022-08-1008 min
Absorb This Sensational Full Audiobook — Perfect In The Car.Everyone Belongs by Heather AvisPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/562455to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Everyone Belongs
Author: Heather Avis
Narrator: Tashi Thomas
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 8 minutes
Release date: August 9, 2022
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
A joyful rhyming book that encourages children to not only value all people but to also make room for their differences in order to make a better, brighter, and more beautiful world, from the New York Times bestselling author of Different—A Great Thing to Be! “We know everyone's different; no two are the same. You belong in our show!” the sisters exclaimed. Macy and Tru are putting on a sp...2022-08-0908 minGet Latest Full Audiobooks in Kids, Non-fictionEveryone Belongs by Heather AvisPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/562455to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Everyone Belongs
Author: Heather Avis
Narrator: Tashi Thomas
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 8 minutes
Release date: August 9, 2022
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
A joyful rhyming book that encourages children to not only value all people but to also make room for their differences in order to make a better, brighter, and more beautiful world, from the New York Times bestselling author of Different—A Great Thing to Be! “We know everyone's different; no two are the same. You belong in our show!” the sisters exclaimed. Macy and Tru are putting on a sp...2022-08-0908 min
The Lucky Few173. EVERYONE BELONGS by Heather Avis (Behind the Scenes of Her NEW Children's Book- Out NOW!)Friends! Today is the day.. “Everyone Belongs” by Heather Avis is out NOW! It’s a joyful rhyming book that encourages children to not only value all people but to also make room for their differences in order to make a better, brighter, and more beautiful world. “Everyone Belongs” reminds us that it’s possible to make room for all people and all abilities—and that life is brighter when we give every person a chance to shine.
Today, Heather is in the hot seat to answer all of our questions! We’re chatting about everything from the Gap Kids col...2022-08-0840 minThe Lucky Few171. What does belonging actually mean? (Storytelling Tour Recap with Heather + Josh Avis!)How do we tell the true and real story of what it means to have Down syndrome… That question was the inspiration behind The Lucky Few Foundation and why the Avis family just spent the last MONTH on the road! They travelled over 6,000 miles and collected nearly 300 narrative shifting stories! Along the way, they met so many incredible advocates and individuals with Down syndrome. And today, Heather and Josh are recapping the whole tour! Everything from heartwarming stories to stressful moments and all the memories made in between. We are SO thankful to everyone who supported the tour. You ca...2022-07-2639 min
Down Syndrome Center Podcast#134 - The Lucky Few (with Heather Avis)Heather Avis, co-host of The Lucky Few podcast joined our podcast today to talk about her journey and vision to "change the narrative" when it comes to how society views Down syndrome. To find more information and subscrie to The Lucky Few Podcast, go to https://www.theluckyfewpodcast.com. To find more information on The Lucky Few Podcast Foundation, go to https://theluckyfewfoundation.org/. If you have podcast topics that you would like us to address, please e-mail me at DownSyndromeCenter@chp.edu. If you would like to partner with us at...2022-06-1619 min
T21Mom-A Down Syndrome PodcastT21Mom - Episode 77 : Heather Avis of ”The Lucky Few”Mary talks with New York Times best selling author and podcast host Heather Avis of The Lucky Few.
HeatherAvis.com
The Lucky Few Foundation
The Lucky Few Podcast
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Extraordinary Moms PodcastWorld Down Syndrome Day! Re-air with Heather Avis of the Lucky FewWorld Down Syndrome Day! Re-air with Heather Avis of the Lucky Few2022-03-2235 min.jpg)
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TALK Down SyndromeTALK 22- Heather Avis from "The Lucky Few," and "The Lucky Few Podcast"Today is Saint Patrick's Day (2022) and there is no more LUCKIER way than to celebrate with HEATHER AVIS from "The Lucky Few," and " The Lucky Few Podcast." We welcome you to get to know more about Heather and how (along side Micha Boyett and Mercedes Lara) the Lucky Few was created. We also touch on her New York Times Best Seller; "Different - A Great Thing to Be!" which is a children's book she wrote in homage to her daughter Macyn that promotes diversity and inclusion.
You can find Heather and the Lucky Few Podcast at:
Website: https://www.theluckyfewpodcast.co...2022-03-1742 min
Insightful AdventuringThe Power of One Week in Nature, with Avis Adele HitchcockAvis Adele Hitchcock is a full time caregiver to both of their parents while also working for them self full time. During a cross country road trip in April 2017, from Florida to California and back, Avis connected to presence, healing and their own journey to personal radical self care embodiment, which began through a connection with Nature.
To find Avis:
www.instagram.com/radicalcarepodcast/
www.instagram.com/inthisuniversebeyondphoto/
www.inthisunivesebeyondphotography.com
To Find Heather:
www.instagram.com/heatherwebsterwellness/
www.heatherwebsterwellness.com
2022-01-0131 min
Finding FamilyThe Necessity of Diversity - Josh and Heather Avis (The Lucky Few)The Avis family is on a mission to create a more inclusive world with an emphasis on shifting the Down Syndrome narrative. Heather Avis is a shouter of worth and narrative shifter. As an author, podcaster, speaker, influencer, and dedicated wife and mom she is on a mission to make a more inclusive world in which everyone can belong.
Learn more about their work at www.heatheravis.com/
Purchase their books HERE
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The Love OfferingCelebrating and Embracing Our Differences with Heather AvisThe Lucky Few is a social awareness brand on the mission to make a more inclusive and loving world with an emphasis on shifting the Down syndrome narrative. Heather Avis is the founder and chief visionary officer of The Lucky Few and mom of three adopted children, two of which have Down Syndrome. She is on the show chatting about her children’s book titled “Different—A Great Thing To Be!” (WaterBrook & Multnomah, imprints of Penguin Random House). Join us as Heather shares about learning to value the "different" in all people, leading the way to a more inclusive, kinder world in...2021-10-1939 min
Discover The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Uplifting!Different--A Great Thing to Be! by Heather AvisPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/523207to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Different--A Great Thing to Be!
Author: Heather Avis
Narrator: Lily D. Moore
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 4 minutes
Release date: September 21, 2021
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • This joyful rhyming book encourages children to value the “different” in all people, leading the way to a kinder world in which the differences in all of us are celebrated and embraced. Macy is a girl who’s a lot like you and me, but she's also quite different, which is a great thing to be. With kindness, grace, and bravery...2021-09-2104 minAccess Must-Have Full Audiobooks in Kids, Non-fictionDifferent--A Great Thing to Be! by Heather AvisPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/523207to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Different--A Great Thing to Be!
Author: Heather Avis
Narrator: Lily D. Moore
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 4 minutes
Release date: September 21, 2021
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • This joyful rhyming book encourages children to value the “different” in all people, leading the way to a kinder world in which the differences in all of us are celebrated and embraced. Macy is a girl who’s a lot like you and me, but she's also quite different, which is a great thing to be. With kindness, grace, and bravery...2021-09-2104 min
Stories of Hope in Hard TimesHeather Avis: How I Became One of the Lucky FewAs the mother of 3 adopted children (two with Down syndrome), Heather Avis has a passion to shout the God-Given worth of every person! She loves celebrating inclusivity and how we are each different and unique.Enter to win a FREE copy of Heather’s New York Times Bestselling Children’s book, Different - A Great Thing To Be! The contest ends August 11th 2021 at midnight.Episode Discussion PointsFun had yard saling in Southern CaliforniaHow she felt life was so unfair when she and her husband couldn’t get pregnantHow she was angry and vented to...2021-08-0456 min
A Godzillion and One02: Heather Avis – Different, A Great Thing to BeHeather Avis is a shouter of worth and narrative shifter. Listen in as we discuss her New York Times bestselling book, Different - A Great Thing to Be, the narratives around adoption and Down syndrome, what to look for in a children’s book, and what the best deodorant brand is.
Heather Avis is the founder and chief visionary officer at The Lucky Few, a social awareness brand on a mission to make a more inclusive and loving world with an emphasis on shifting the Down syndrome narrative.
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Living Wholehearted Podcast With Jeff and TerraEpisode 86: Different - A Great Thing To Be! with Heather AvisHeather Avis is our guest for today’s episode. She is leading the way in creating a world where the differences children see in themselves and others are celebrated and embraced! Heather is the founder and chief visionary officer at The Lucky Few, a social awareness brand on a mission to make a more inclusive and loving world with an emphasis on shifting the Down syndrome narrative. She runs The Lucky Few's hit Instagram account and is the author of the children’s book, “Different - A Great Thing To Be!” and co-host of the podcast b...2021-07-0635 min
The Story BoxHeather Avis Unboxing | Why Being Differen't Is A Great Place To Be Heather Avis is the founder and chief visionary officer at The Lucky Few, a social awareness brand on a mission to make a more inclusive and loving world with an emphasis on shifting the Down syndrome narrative. She runs The Lucky Few's hit Instagram account and is the author of a book and co-host of the podcast by the same name. A former education specialist teaching high school students, Heather is a mother to three adopted children (two with Down Syndrome) and has been interviewed on numerous media outlets including The Today Show, Hallmark’s Home & Family, and written for TIME. She lives...2021-07-0448 min
Special Education Inner CircleDifferent, A Great Thing to Be with Heather AvisDifferent - A Great Thing to Be with Heather of The Lucky Few. Parents and Teachers of children with disabilities know the stares and the isolation that happens when a child looks, acts, or speaks differently than others, but what if "different" was finally thought of as a... Great Thing to Be?!?! Buy the book, Different - A Great Thing to BE, on Amazon https://amzn.to/3j2y7rj Connect with Heather, Author, Speaker, Shouter of Worth, Narrative Shifter: **Email:** heather@theluckyfew.com **Web:** https://www.heatheravis.com/ **Instagram:** https://www.instagram...2021-06-2929 minThe Lucky Few121. "Different-- A Great Thing To Be!" by Heather Avis (ft. the Avis fam!)“Scoot closer in and sit next to me while I tell you the story of my friend Macy..”
Friends! “Different— A Great Thing To Be” by Heather Avis is out right NOW, and we’re celebrating with a very special interview featuring none other than the entire Avis crew! That’s right, Heather is joined by her husband Josh and their three kiddos, including Macy— the star of the book (who also happens to be turning 13 on it’s release day). And if you’ve been listening for a while, you know about the goal for Macy to read this book on...2021-06-2925 min
Moms UnscriptedE12 - Special Needs and Mom Guilt w/ Heather AvisHeather Avis, a mother of three, and an advocate for shifting the narrative around disabilities. In her work, Heather inspires and encourages us to reconsider our assumptions when it comes to the entire spectrum of ability. SHOW NOTES Go to www.mops.org for more information about MOPS, International. Guest: Heather Avis Follow Heather on social: www.heatheravis.com Instagram: @theluckyfewofficial Facebook: @theluckyfewofficial Heather's books: Different: A Great Thing to Be by Heather Avis, releases June...2021-06-2250 min
The Collaborative IEPEquity, Education, and More with Heather Avis from the Lucky FewI’m using my Oprah voice. Please welcome HEATHER AVIS! That’s right, Heather Avis of the Lucky Few joins me in this week’s episode. Heather is an author, blogger, narrative shifter, and shouter of worth.In the episode, Heather talks about how The Lucky Few community began, the importance of having such a big community, and the impact that the community is making. She has shared a lot online about her children’s educational experiences during the COVI-19 pandemic, and we break that apart, both with a discussion about what happened last year, and then – more important...2021-06-0857 min
Inclusive Views PodcastInclusive Views Episode 2 - Interview with Heather AvisToday we talk with Heather Avis who is an author, speaker, podcaster (@theluckyfewpod) and most importantly a mother to three children, two of which have Down Syndrome.2021-04-2120 min
Built for ImpactChristmas Replay: The Lucky Few with Heather AvisImagine being told that you would never be able to have children naturally. You make the decision to grow your family through adoption and over several years you learn how to embrace the unexpected because of how your family has grown. That’s what happened for Heather and Josh Avis. They have 3 adopted children and two have Down Syndrome. Their experience led them to create a social awareness brand on a mission to create a more inclusive world with an emphasis on shifting the Down Syndrome narrative from negative to positive. 2020-12-2240 min
艾維斯52赫茲頻道S1 EP18 聖母峰基地營EBC健行，你我行不行？EP18 聖母峰基地營EBC健行，你我行不行？❤️❤️手機按下連結🔗 就可以收聽了！ https://linktr.ee/avis52hertz 上述連結可以連結到：粉絲頁/IG/以及各個podcast 收聽平台喔！ 如果喜歡我的節目，請在apple podcast 按下「訂閱」給予「五星評分」並留言給我喔！ 節目內容： 聖母峰，是喜馬拉雅山脈的主峰，是地球第一高峰。中文稱珠穆朗瑪峰，簡稱珠峰或稱聖母峰。尼泊爾語稱薩加瑪塔峰，西方稱埃佛勒斯峰。是許多登山愛好者心目中的聖山，不過因為高度非常高（ 8,848 公尺）一般人很難抵達，因此有了EBC營地健行路線(Everest Base Camp, 簡稱EBC)。 營地：高度約在5340公尺，對於一般人來說是相對友善的路線，不過也不容易。 這次邀請來Roc 跟 Heather 來跟我們分享他們走EBC 這條路線的事前準備，以及當下發生事情的行為判斷還有處理方式。 搭直升機到底要花多少錢啊？遇到高山症怎麼辦？到聖母峰有網路可以用嗎？在高山上怎麼上廁所？女孩兒們生理期來該如何處理？海拔3000公尺以上的地方還有市集，夜店，甜點店？試過在高海拔的地方給人家洗頭的經驗嗎？想知道的朋友，讓我們一起來聽聽吧！#聖母峰 #埃佛勒斯峰 #MountEverest #珠穆朗瑪峰#EBC營地健行 #高山症 #直升機救援 #氂牛 #藏民 Powered by Firstory Hosting2020-12-1157 min
Instrumental with JJ Heller015 • Heather AvisHeather Avis is an author and an advocate for the Downs Syndrome and adoptive communities. I fell in love with her story when I read her book, “The Lucky Few,” a couple years ago. I literally had goosebumps for most of our conversation with her. It’s a good one!
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Instrumental with Dave & JJ HellerHeather AvisHeather Avis is an author and an advocate for the Downs Syndrome and adoptive communities. I fell in love with her story when I read her book, “The Lucky Few,” a couple years ago. I literally had goosebumps for most of our conversation with her. It’s a good one! www.heatheravis.com/ www.jjheller.com/podcast2020-08-101h 10
REAL MOM PODCASTEPISODE 38 - HEATHERJamie talks with Heather Avis, mom of 3, author, and all-star advocate on the joys & challenges of Down Syndrome + advocating for our children + acceptance.2020-06-0100 min
Create Your Now Archive 6 with Kristianne Wargo1657 My Strength Is My Story with Heather AvisIn a world of divisions and margins, those who act, look, and grow a little differently are all too often shoved aside. Heather Avis reminds us to scoot over and make some room for those we are prone to ignore and challenges us to listen and learn. Heather Avis: A wife of 17 years to Josh and mom to their three children: Macyn, Truly, and August. She is a popular speaker, podcast of The Lucky Few, and Instagrammer. Heather's family story has been featured by numerous outlets, including Time, Today, PopSugar, and most recently...2020-05-2856 min
MOMHOOD23. How Kids Can Practice INCLUSION & Celebrate Differences w/ HEATHER AVIS of The Lucky FewToday we are Celebrating Differences, Inclusion and World Down Syndrome Day with Heather Avis of The Lucky Few!! This episode will completely change your perspective on Down Syndrome from a disability to superpower. It's just the kind of feel good story we need right now but before we get into it Brandi and Orly share how their week has been, how they've been coping and how they've been helping. We hope that by continuing the podcast we can provide some relief to how you’re feeling -even if just for the hour you’re listening. In t...2020-03-251h 05
Tulips in TuscanyLive with Tulips Ft. Heather AvisHeather from @theluckyfew and Mercedes from @hooray4sunny go live on ig to talk family life, advocating, business, being an author, and more! Be sure to Follow @TulipsinTuscany on Instagram Live every Monday Night at 9:30CT.
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Real Talk with Rachel AwtreyInclusion and Making Room For Everyone with Heather Avis | Episode 75In this episode, Rachel and Heather have a conversation about including others that may look different than us. That’s right, they crack lots of stereotypic, norms and molds that culture and society have put on people (specifically those that look different or have “a disability”). Heather talks through Jesus’s strategy when it came to people that acted differently, looked different and spoke differently and what we can learn from watching him break society’s standards for who we allow into our circles. Not quite sure if you’re doing “inclusion” right or not sure what your next step to inclusion is...2019-11-2745 min
The Going Scared Podcast with Jessica HoneggerHeather Avis, Special Needs Advocate and AuthorTo celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Heather Avis is joining Jessica for an incredible conversation about inclusion and advocacy. Heather is not only an Instagram star and mom to three adopted kids—two with Down Syndrome— but she has made it her mission to introduce the world to the unique gifts of those pushed to the edges of society. This is an episode that will leave you inspired and saying to everyone, "Hi! What's your name?" Show Links
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Dismantle Podcast98. "The Lucky Few" with Heather AvisHeather Avis is an author, podcast host, and mom who shares with us some of the blessings of kids with down syndrome and how the church can come along side everyone with different abilities.
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www.heatheravis.com2019-10-0225 min
All Mom Does Podcast with Julie Lyles CarrThe Modern Motherhood Podcast #90: Heather Avis - From Infertility to Adoption From Infertility to Adoption to Raising a Child With SpecialWhen the way she thought her family would be built, wasn't the way it actually happened, she found herself at a crossroads. And then she received a phone call that was completely unexpected. Join us in welcoming Heather Avis to The Modern Motherhood Podcast this week as she shares her journey of infertility to adoption to having a child with special needs.2019-09-2434 min
Water with LemonScoot Over, Ladies with Heather Avis | Ep. 44On this episode of WWL, I'm chatting with Heather Avis on the topic of loving the marginalized.2019-09-1150 min
Elyse on lifeEpisode 081: Scoot over and make some room - Interview with Heather AvisIn this episode, I totally fangirl talking to Heather Avis, the unapologetic and graceful author of The Lucky Few and Scoot Over and Make Some Room. Heather is a mother of 3 beautiful children, Macyn, Truly and August. We chat today about down syndrome, sharing about our kids in a public way, inclusion, safety and all the mama bear things we could think of. Cheers.
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Making Room on the PewHow to Scoot Over and Make Some Room with Heather AvisHeather Avis is a writer, social media influencer, and - as she puts it - shouter of worth. (I love that so much.) She and her husband Josh live in California with their three kiddos, all of whom are adopted, Macyn, Truly, and August. Both Macyn and August have Down Syndrome and Truly is Guatemalan and African-American while the rest of the Avis family is white. Join us as Heather and I talk about adoption, white privilege, and what it means to be a truly inclusive community.
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Connect with Heather on Instagram and at heatheravis.com.
If you love Heather as...2019-08-0640 min
That Sounds Fun with Annie F. DownsEpisode 155: Heather AvisHeather Avis is absolutely one of the most inspiring and strong voices that I follow. When I heard her speak a few years ago, I was blown away and so grateful for her story and her passion. I've been DYING to chat with her for the show, so I'm just so happy it worked out today! Her new book Scoot Over And Make Some Room is almost anthemic in it's storytelling and direction and we will all benefit from reading with it. I think you'll love it. . . . . . http://anniefdowns.com #thatsoundsfunpodcast...2019-07-291h 00
Live Well AnywayCTLP Episode 125- Outside the Box Motherhood with Heather Avis
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Intelligence For Your Life94: Make Room at the Table with Heather AvisOur guest this week is Heather Avis, author of the new book Scoot Over and Make Some Room. Heather has made it her mission to introduce the world to the unique gifts and real-life challenges of those who have been pushed to the edges of society, like her three adopted kids - two with Down Syndrome.2019-07-1638 min
SelfieIs Frizzy Hair On-Trend? Plus, Promoting Inclusivity: An Interview with Heather Avis | Selfie Episode 89Sarah and Kristen chat about the new perm trend, and we talk with author Heather Avis about being an ally, encouraging inclusivity, and her new book Scoot Over and Make Some Room: Creating a Space Where Everyone Belongs.
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Reversible Faux Leather Tote
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SelfieIs Frizzy Hair On-Trend? Plus, Promoting Inclusivity: An Interview with Heather Avis | Selfie Episode 89Sarah and Kristen chat about the new perm trend, and we talk with author Heather Avis about being an ally, encouraging inclusivity, and her new book Scoot Over and Make Some Room: Creating a Space Where Everyone Belongs.
In this episode we also talked about:
GimMe Organic Seaweed Snacks
LivFit Superfoods Antioxidant Fruit and Fiber Blend
Beautycounter Eye Shadow Palette in Romantic
Reversible Faux Leather Tote
Vitamix
Ninja Blender
Podcast (selfie): Play in new window | Download
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Open Your Mind, Open a Free AudiobookScoot Over and Make Some Room: Creating a Space Where Everyone Belongs Audiobook by Heather AvisListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 360404
Title: Scoot Over and Make Some Room: Creating a Space Where Everyone Belongs
Author: Heather Avis
Narrator: Heather Avis, Lauren Berst
Format: Unabridged
Length: 5:35:47
Language: English
Release date: 06-25-19
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing Company
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Health & Wellness, Marriage & Family, Christianity
Summary:
Hilarious and heartwarming stories that will empower you to make space for the other and discover the extraordinary, welcoming heart of God.
Author and Instagram star Heather Avis has made it her mission to introduce the world to the unique gifts and real-life challenges of...2019-06-255h 35
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Title: Scoot Over and Make Some Room: Creating a Space Where Everyone Belongs
Author: Heather Avis
Narrator: Lauren Berst, Heather Avis
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Release date: June 25, 2019
Genres: Relationships & Intimacy
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Hilarious and heartwarming stories that will empower you to make space for the other and discover the extraordinary, welcoming heart of God. Author and Instagram star Heather Avis has made it her mission to introduce the world to the unique gifts and real-life challenges of those who have been pushed to the edges of society...2019-06-255h 35Download Best Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityScoot Over and Make Some Room: Creating a Space Where Everyone Belongs by Heather AvisPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/360404to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Scoot Over and Make Some Room: Creating a Space Where Everyone Belongs
Author: Heather Avis
Narrator: Lauren Berst, Heather Avis
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 35 minutes
Release date: June 25, 2019
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Hilarious and heartwarming stories that will empower you to make space for the other and discover the extraordinary, welcoming heart of God. Author and Instagram star Heather Avis has made it her mission to introduce the world to the unique gifts and real-life challenges of those who have been pushed to the edges of society. Mama...2019-06-255h 35