Exceptional & Unfiltered - Identity Shifts

Exceptional & Unfiltered Ep. 9 - Assumptions

In today's episode, Melissa, Tereasa, and Alysha reflect on the moments and comments that have stayed with them over the years. Parenting a child with special needs often comes with self-doubt and an ever-present inner critic—but what happens when those feelings are reinforced by the words or assumptions of others? From awkward encounters at the grocery store to posts on social media, the hosts share experiences where split-second judgments left a lasting impact. Together, they explore the importance of extending grace, recognizing that every family's journey looks different, and remembering that what we see on the surface is rarely the whole story.

Exceptional & Unfiltered Ep. 8 - Bribes and Goldfish Poppin'

This week, we're talking about our saving grace when the pressure's on, a meltdown is eminent, and time is of the essence. That's right, we're talking about bribes. Whether it's a well-timed goldfish cracker or an ice-cold Dr. Pepper, we're sharing the little motivators that make all the difference in sticky situations. There's a lot of laughs, smiles, and sweet moments in today's episode and we don't want you to miss it! Don't forget to join in the conversation and share your strategy for making it through tricky moments in the comments!

Exceptional & Unfiltered - Vacation

In this week's episode, we're talking about vacations (and sometimes needing a vacation from the vacation). From airports, to road trips, travel accessibility, and packing mayhem, we cover it all in this summer edition of Exceptional & Unfiltered. If your vacations can sometimes inspire a little more chaos than relaxation, this one's for you! Pull up a chair, grab a snack, and join us for today's conversation!

Exceptional & Unfiltered Ep. 6 - The Graduates

In this week's episode, we talk about an important milestone - high school graduation, and how this celebratory occasion can look a little different for special needs families. Graduation brings a mixture of bittersweet feelings for any parent, but in this episode, we dive into the complexities, worries, and rays of hope that accompany graduation for parents of children with special needs. We talk about the support provided by the school system and staff, worries about big transitions post-graduation, accommodations for graduation ceremonies, and the process of navigating and creating resources to maintain a high quality of life once the high-school chapter closes. This is an episode full of honesty, real conversation, and determination to create the brightest future possible for our kids. We invite you to sit down with us, give it a listen, and share your experience!

Exceptional & Unfiltered Ep. 5 - The Good

In this episode, Melissa, Alysha, and Teresa share their favorite parts about being moms to children with special needs. The happy moments, the blessings in disguise, and all the goodness in between. Today we're focusing and all the things that make this life beautiful and exceptional, so pull up a chair and sit a spell with us!