Rarely Normal

Episode 70: Morgan and Ryan Gaertner | Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 5 (SCA5)

Morgan and Ryan joined us in the studio to share their daughter's experience with Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 5 (SCA5). Mighty Madilynn's rare disease is not slowing her down - we talk about her care, parenting, her relationship with her brother, and patient advocacy. They're also raising funds to build an accessible playground at Madilynn's school - donate here https://wingateplayground.com/ Learn more: https://www.ataxia.org/

Episode 69: Andrea Lessard | Stillborn

[Trigger warning for expecting moms] We're so grateful to have Andrea in the studio this week to talk about her daughter Emery and her experience with her stillbirth. Andrea's perspective on loss, love, and her ability to continue to celebrate Emery's life is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Her daughter, Emery Grace has taught her the power of grief and is inspiring Andrea's approach to life.

Episode 68: Ashley Hopkins-Shack | Anxiety

Excited to have Ashley in the studio to help us discuss different forms of anxiety and unpack solutions. From cognitive restructuring to the power of journaling and identifying patterns, we loved this open and authentic episode Buy the Journal: https://a.co/d/0akrFLSU Website: https://fourprogress.com/

Episode 67: Amy Patterson | OCD + ADHD

Adult diagnoses are often not discussed, which is exactly why our conversation with Amy is so critical. She wasn't diagnosed with ADHD until adulthood (thanks to her determination!) and not until she became a mom, that she was diagnosed with OCD. We hope this episodes inspires others to seek medical testing and intervention, no matter the age! Check out her blogs: Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/61588540267695/ [https://www.facebook.com/61588540267695/] Blog on systems thinking: https://meanwhile.ghost.io/ [https://meanwhile.ghost.io/]

Episode 66: Kelsey Stanczyk | Child Loss

We couldn't be more grateful to Kelsey for sharing her daughter Stella with us. She's fearless and strong, beyond measure. Her work in the Courageous Parents Network is paying it forward to other parents and families dealing with child loss and we're honored to have her join the podcast and share her perspective on love and loss. https://courageousparentsnetwork.org/