Episode 7- You’re Not Alone: Parenting a Special Needs Child

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In today’s episode of Trigger Happy Hour, we’re having an honest, compassionate conversation about what it really means to parent a child with special needs. From the emotional weight of diagnosis to navigating therapy appointments, school systems, advocacy, and relationships, we unpack the parts of this journey that are often left unspoken.

Darnesha shares her personal experience raising a daughter on the autism spectrum, touching on isolation, grief, exhaustion, envy, and the constant balancing act of showing up for everyone while running on empty. We also discuss the very real challenges parents face—IEPs, OT, speech and behavioral therapy, lack of support, and the emotional toll that can come with it.

But this episode isn’t just about the hard parts. We highlight the resilience, strength, creativity, and deep love that parents of special needs children develop along the way. We talk practical coping tools, advocacy, self-care that actually fits into real life, and the importance of building support systems that remind you that you don’t have to do this alone.

This episode is for the parents, caregivers, and anyone who wants to better understand this journey. Your feelings are valid. Your work matters. And you are not alone. 🤍

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