Hey Momma,

​​Do you ever feel like you’re constantly playing sensory detective but can’t quite decode what your child needs?

Are you navigating conflicting advice and second-guessing your parenting when your child “acts out”?

Do you wonder how to support your neurodivergent child when their needs feel totally different from the rest of the family?

In this 2-part guest episode with Jess Caraway—autism advocate, outdoor-loving mama, and founder of the If You Know One project—we sit down to unpack the powerful shift that happens when parents start seeing behavior through a sensory lens.

Jess shares the story of her daughter Aliza, a vibrant and deeply intuitive autistic child and Gestalt language processor. From paddleboarding breakthroughs to climbing door frames for proprioceptive input, Jess reflects on how their family has learned to observe with compassion, accommodate needs, and redefine “good parenting.”

Whether you're new to the sensory world or craving deeper connection with your child, this episode offers practical insights, paradigm-shifting stories, and a powerful reminder: our children aren’t broken—they’re brilliant. We just need the right lens.

💡Don’t miss the micro-shift offer mid-episode—it could change the way you see every meltdown or quirky behavior.

This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation—come back next week for more!

• 🌟 The Clarity Lab – Your sensory lens starter kit (Only $9!)
• 📣 Jess Caraway on Instagram: @jess_ifyouknowone
• 🎧 Related Episodes:
  • [Ep. 3 // One Small Shift Can Change Everything]
  • [Ep. 5 // What if Meltdowns are Messages]

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💛 Reminder: You are the perfect mom for your child. Keep showing up with curiosity and love—we’re in this together.

Hey Mama, Ever feel like the strategies or schedules you try, just don’t fit your family? Like you’re constantly adapting, adjusting, and absorbing without much support? You’re not failing—you're responding to a system that wasn’t built for your child… or you.

In this deeply affirming episode, we explore the journey of showing up as your full, neurodivergent self in parenting, in practice, and in life. It’s a conversation about honoring your humanity and your child’s—without burning out.

🌱 The shift from fixing kids to supporting families as full ecosystems 🌱 How lived experience deepens our capacity to support (and respect) each other 🌱 Letting go of auto-pilot parenting and embracing seasonal rhythms 🌱 Why community care and co-regulation starts with dropping the expert mask

This episode is tender, unfiltered, and filled with hard-earned wisdom and playful metaphors. I hope you’ll walk away feeling seen, softened, and maybe a little more courageous.

Key Moments: (00:00) From SLP to peer support: what changed and why (07:30) A personal story of compassion fatigue and reparenting (15:10) Redefining "support" beyond systems and service hours (20:55) Parenting on purpose: slowing down, showing up, shifting the legacy

Resources:

🎧 Find Iris at EFToolKit

💡 Subscribe to Flip the Switch — our weekly love note with sensory tips, co-regulation strategies, and honest reflections to help you feel more anchored in your parenting. Join here

🌀 Start with the Clarity Lab — Your first step to understanding your child’s (and your own) nervous system blueprint. Learn more

🤍 Need deeper support? Let’s talk. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and want to explore if 1:1 support could help, book a free clarity call. No pressure—just presence.

Stay Connected: 🌐 Website → theedisoncollective.com 📸 Instagram → @the_edison_collective ✉️ victoria@theedisoncollective.com

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Hey Momma.

If you've ever looked at your child mid-meltdown and thought, "Why is this so hard?"—this episode is for you.

This week on The Sensory Savvy Mama, I sat down with the brilliant Bettina for an unscripted, soul-nourishing conversation that explores the raw, real intersections of motherhood, neurodivergence, and the healing journey so many of us don’t expect to begin after having kids.

Together, we unpack:

• Why your child’s behavior might actually be reflecting your unmet needs

• The unraveling (and unmasking) that happens when neurodivergent mothers step into parenting

• What postpartum really feels like when you're carrying invisible sensory needs

• How professional expertise often doesn’t prepare you for the identity quake of becoming a mom

• Why it's not about "fixing" your child—but honoring the dyad unit of you and your little one

• Tiny, nervous system–aligned shifts that can create massive peace in your home

This one feels like sitting down with a cup of something warm and being seen—deeply.

✨ Mentioned in this episode:

• Bettina Lopez Lam @beeingaudhd and @notatigermompodcast

• The Sensory Blueprint: your personalized roadmap to peaceful, connected parenting. Learn more here →

• Meg Farrell from Learn Play Thrive

If you're navigating this messy, magical, sensory-rich life with your child and wondering where you fit in, press play. This one’s for you.

>> Ready to explore your own sensory needs and create a roadmap for more calm? Click here to learn more about The Sensory Blueprint.

Hey Mama,

Today we are talking with Mariam—a mother, advocate, and now children’s book author—about her journey raising her neurodivergent son Joe. From early signs of sensory differences to challenges with accessing affirming therapy and speech support, Miriam shares her story with honesty and hope.

You’ll hear about:

• The signs that made her realize her son processes the world differently
• The gaps in traditional assessments and therapies—and what helped instead
• How her sensory journey with Joe inspired her to write Joe’s Special Gifts, a vibrant and affirming picture book celebrating neurodivergent children
• Real-life sensory tools and strategies that support Joe’s regulation at home and school
• The importance of trusting your instincts, choosing aligned professionals, and staying curious about your child’s inner world

Whether you’re navigating early evaluations, feeling burnout, or just looking for representation that reflects your family’s truth, Miriam’s story will leave you feeling seen, supported, and empowered.

What We’re Chatting About Today:

We’ll explore:

🌀 Why traditional assessments can miss what matters most—and what to watch for instead 🌀 How sensory sensitivities show up in everyday life (and why it’s not “just a quirk”) 🌀 The role of assistive communication tools and why verbal speech isn’t the only goal 🌀 How one mom turned her story into an affirming children’s book that celebrates neurodivergence

This episode is a mix of real talk, nervous system support, and an invitation to slow down and see your child—and yourself—with more compassion.

Resources + Next Steps:

💡 Subscribe to Flip the Switch — our weekly love note with sensory tips, co-regulation strategies, and honest reflections to help you feel more anchored in your parenting. Join here 🌀 Start with the Clarity Lab — Your first step to understanding your child’s (and your own) nervous system blueprint. Learn more 🤍 Curious about working with me? Let’s talk. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and want to explore if 1:1 support could help, book a free call- to be curious and ask any questions you may have. No pressure—just presence.

Final Reminders:

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Hey Momma,

In this podcast episode, we sit down with author and inclusion educator Kayla Coburn to talk about the everyday power of representation—especially in children’s books—and how it can help shape our kids' views of the world and help us as parents to start some of those more challenging conversations. Kayla shares her journey from special education para to author, and how her lived experiences and identity as a white, non-disabled mom prompted her to examine implicit bias and model intentional language and inclusion in her home.

Together, we unpack:

• The subtle messages we send (without meaning to) through our language and actions
• How to start real conversations with your kids about disability, race, and identity—even when you don’t have all the answers
• Why your modeling matters more than perfect wording
• The importance of listening to disabled voices and honoring personal language preferences
• How children’s books can serve as powerful bridges for compassion and curiosity

This episode will leave you encouraged, reflective, and ready to take small, meaningful steps toward raising more inclusive humans—starting with yourself.

• Learn more about Kayla and her work: inclusionstartsnow.com
• Click here for my list of favorite neuro-affirming children’s books:
• Interested in exploring your own nervous system and starting more inclusive parenting practices?
  • Check out The Clarity Lab

Loved this episode? Let’s stay connected.

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And remember, mama: you are doing beautiful, brave work. Every curious question, every inclusive book, every moment you model empathy—it's planting seeds for a more compassionate world. We're with you every step of the way.

Hey Momma,

Planning a vacation might feel overwhelming—but it can also be a powerful invitation to reconnect, recharge, and create memories that feel just right for your family.

In this episode, we explore how to approach travel with intention, ease, and flexibility—so it becomes a source of joy, not just another stressor. Whether you’re road-tripping to a nearby town or dreaming of a bigger adventure, there’s space for your whole family to feel seen and supported.

Let us know if this episode was helpful by leaving a review and please share it with your neurodivergent mom bestie!

What We’re Chatting About Today: We’ll explore: 🧳 Why your sense of safety and comfort is a wise place to start when planning any trip 🧳 Creative ways to introduce travel in small, joyful steps—without pressure or comparison 🧳 How to set shared expectations as a family and build in space for everyone’s needs (including yours) 🧳 The freedom that comes from letting go of “perfect” and embracing presence instead

This conversation is filled with warmth, honest stories, and real strategies to help you rediscover the delight of travel—your way.

Key Moments: (00:00) Meet Kim + how her journey with her son shaped her travel philosophy (06:40) Why leading with familiarity and joy matters more than any itinerary (11:10) Letting go of perfection: what makes a trip truly meaningful (21:45) Navigating travel with multiple children and different neurotypes (32:20) Micro-invitation: Define what joy and ease would look like for your next trip

Resources + Next Steps:

🧳 Find Kim on Instagram @neuroadventurestravel

💡 Subscribe to Flip the Switch — our weekly love note with sensory tips, co-regulation strategies, and honest reflections to help you feel more anchored in your parenting. [Join here] 🌀 Start with The Clarity Lab — Your first step to understanding your child’s (and your own) nervous system blueprint. [Learn more] 🤍 Need deeper support? Let’s talk. If you’re craving more spaciousness and support in this season, [book a free curiosity call]. No pressure—just presence.

Hey Momma,

Do you feel stuck trying to support your child in an environment that seems to work against their needs?

Is your child overwhelmed by sensory input at school or in public spaces, and you’re not sure what to do?

Are you longing for more peace and connection but feel like your home or outdoor space just isn’t helping?

In this heartwarming and practical conversation, we are joined by Jenna Ponti Jachius, a landscape architect and founder of N is for Nature Play, to explore how the environment shapes nervous system health—especially for neurodivergent children.

Together, we’ll unpack the often-overlooked power of nature play and how even simple setups like a mud kitchen or a pot of herbs can restore regulation and connection.

This episode has inspiring and doable ideas for nature-based play, whether you live in a house with a yard or an apartment with a balcony. Jenna shares tangible ways to create safe, engaging, sensory-rich spaces that help children feel empowered and calm—while supporting the parent-child relationship in the process.

We’ll explore: 🌿 Why your child’s environment might be the missing piece in their regulation puzzle (and yours) 🌿 How to create simple sensory-rich spaces—even in an apartment or tiny backyard 🌿 The surprising power of dirt, seeds, and fresh air to restore your child’s sense of agency 🌿 One mindset shift that helps you move from burnout to a sense of possibility

This episode is a mix of real talk, regulation wisdom, and that loving nudge to meet your needs, too.

Find Jena at www.nisfornatureplay.com

Key Moments: (00:00) Introduction + the overlooked role of the environment (06:10) Nature play defined + what it looks like in real life (14:45) Practical ideas for small spaces, balconies, or even indoor nooks (21:00) How the environment either supports or stresses your child’s nervous system (28:20) Micro-invitation: Go outside together—even just for a snack

Resources + Next Steps: 💡 Subscribe to Flip the Switch — our weekly love note with sensory tips, co-regulation strategies, and honest reflections to help you feel more anchored in your parenting. [Join here] 🌀 Start with The Clarity Lab — Your first step to understanding your child’s (and your own) nervous system blueprint. [Learn more] 🤍 Need deeper support? Let’s talk. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and want to explore if 1:1 support could help, [book a free clarity call]. No pressure—just presence.

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• Do you ever notice yourself reacting in ways that don’t feel like you—and wonder what it would feel like to be more grounded in those moments?
• Have you been carrying so much responsibility that you forget to check in on your own needs?
• Are you starting to sense that your growth and healing are just as important as your child’s?

In this deeply personal and nourishing conversation, we have special guest Dr. Amber Thornton—a clinical psychologist, author, and fellow mother —who brings a refreshing and affirming perspective to the emotional journey of parenthood. Together, we discuss the often-unspoken truth that supporting your child’s regulation starts with honoring your own.

This episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t need to earn your worth as a mom—it’s already there. By naming the internal pressure many moms feel and offering tangible ways to shift from survival into intention, Dr. Amber helps reframe parenting as a relationship, not a performance.

You’ll walk away with:

• Confidence that your emotions matter and deserve care
• Encouragement to pause, reflect, and redefine “good parenting”
• A deeper understanding of the repair process as a path to trust
• The reminder that tending to yourself is an act of love—for both you and your child

📖 The Self-Regulation Guide for Parents by Dr. Amber Thornton – Available on Audible and in print

🧠 Work with Dr. Amber: Individual therapy (in 40+ states) or parenting consultations – connect via Instagram @dramberthornton her website or email: hello@dramberthornton.com

💡 Subscribe to Flip the Switch — our weekly love note with sensory tips, co-regulation strategies, and honest reflections to help you feel more anchored in your parenting.

🌀 Start with the Clarity Lab — Your first step to understanding your child’s (and your own) nervous system blueprint. Learn more

🤍 Need deeper support? Let’s talk. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and want to explore if 1:1 support could help, book a free clarity call. No pressure—just presence.

Motherhood is such meaningful work—showing up, learning, growing, and nurturing your family with love. If this episode affirmed what you already sense deep down—that your care matters, and your joy is part of the equation—come be part of a supportive community of moms walking this path together.

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