You Don’t Have to Do This Alone: When to Hire an Advocate or Attorney

Advocating for your child can feel isolating, exhausting, and deeply personal. Even when you understand the system, there are moments when the stress, emotion, and stakes make it nearly impossible to do it alone.

In this episode, I share a candid look at what it really feels like to hit that point — including my own recent experience navigating an IEP challenge for my family. We talk about the signs that it may be time to bring in professional support and why hiring an advocate or attorney isn’t a failure — it’s a strategy.

This conversation is about recognizing limits, protecting your energy, and getting the right help so you can show up for your child without burning yourself out.

In this episode, I cover:

1. The repeating “A vs. B” conversation loop that signals you’re stuck
2. Why feeling unheard is a communication red flag
3. When missing legal or instructional expertise matters
4. The hidden toll advocacy takes on your body and mental health
5. How outside support can restore clarity and breathing room
6. What advocates actually change at the table

If advocacy has taken over your thoughts, your conversations, and your nervous system, this episode is a reminder: you don’t have to carry it alone.