‌Today’s conversation answers so many questions you’re likely too afraid to ask.

My guest today immediately makes uncomfortable topics comfortable, sensitive subjects approachable and speaks from so much experience, get ready to pull up a chair.

Kelley Coleman is a feature film development executive turned author and advocate for parent caregivers and individuals with disabilities. Her book Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Your Guide to the Essential Systems, Services, and Supports  combines the wisdom of 40 experts and all sorts of cheat codes to save time in all the logistics of raising a disabled child,  including her own experience parenting a child with multiple disabilities.

Disability remains such a taboo topic, and there is so much to learn from Kelley. She shares what parents of disabled children wish we knew, as well as speaking hope and validation directly to parents of disabled children.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVERED...

• The most respectful terminology to use
• How to handle when your child is curious and you don’t know the first thing to say
• All the emotions that are normal to have when your child gets diagnosed

DON'T MISS-

• Kelley pouring her heart out with ways to make your caregiver role sustainable while sharing validation and hope

// CONNECT WITH KELLEY //
Link to order the book: Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child: Your Guide to the Essential Systems, Services, and Supports
Website: www.kelleycoleman.com
Instagram: @hellokelleycoleman

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