Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition
Surviving Parenthood is a raw and real podcast for neurodivergent parents navigating ADHD, autism, and the messy, beautiful realities of raising kids. Through interviews with parents, community resources, and lived experiences Host Vida Carey shares candid stories, hard-won lessons, and small wins to remind parents they’re not alone—and that every day is a chance to begin again.
Episodes
9 episodes
Ep 8: Parenting as a Team — Supporting Children Through Understanding, Not Control with Suzanne Sophos
In this episode of Surviving Parenthood, Vida Carey is joined by Suzanne Sophos for a powerful conversation about redefining traditional parenting approaches. Suzanne shares her transformative journey as a parent and the ...
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Episode 8
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1:12:38
Ep 7: The Transformative Power of Education, Action, and Hope with Jon Foote
In this impactful episode of Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition, Vida sits down with Jon Foote, high school English teacher, parent, and mental health advocate, for a raw and relatable conversation about therapy, depre...
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Episode 7
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52:46
Ep 6: Hacking Hypermobility, Generational Diagnosis, and The Importance of Community with Luna Hande
In this powerful and deeply relatable episode, Vida sits down with Luna Hande—comedian, creator, co-host of the Hacking Hypermobility podcast, and the beloved “Luna the Zebra Mom” across social media. Luna shares her late-diagno...
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Episode 6
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1:12:51
Ep 5: Rethinking Parenting: A Neuroaffirming Conversation with Dr. Jessica Myszak
In this episode of Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition, host Vida Carey — a neurodivergent parent and educator — sits down with Dr. Jessica Myszak, a neuroaffirming psychologist, for an insightful and compassiona...
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Episode 5
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53:32
Ep 4: Embracing Imperfection and the Word "No" with Melanie Branch
In this episode of Surviving Parenthood: Neurodivergent Edition, host Vida Carey welcomes guest Melanie Branch for a deeply honest conversation about the challenges of parenting while neurodivergent.Together, they ...
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Episode 4
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33:40
Ep 3: Understanding the Impact of Your Diagnosis on Parenting with Shelli Stanley
In this episode of Surviving Parenthood, host Vida Carey sits down with Shelli Stanley, a fellow neurodivergent parent, for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation about the realities of raising children while managing <...
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Episode 3
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1:00:48
Ep 2: Parenting with ADHD — Self-Compassion, Coping, and Growth with Ron Capalbo
In this episode of Surviving Parenthood, host Vida Carey sits down with ADHD Coach Ron Capalbo to unpack the realities of parenting while neurodivergent. Together, they explore the complexities of ADHD, the impact ...
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Episode 2
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43:35
Ep 1: Surviving Parenthood — A Neurodivergent Journey with Vida Carey
In this very first episode of Surviving Parenthood, host Vida Carey opens up about her personal journey as a neurodivergent parent. Diagnosed later in life with ADHD and autism, Vida reflects on how these experiences shap...
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Episode 1
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25:22