Picking Daisies
Welcome to Picking Daisies, the podcast where we dive into the beautiful chaos of motherhood, womanhood, and everything in between. This show is for the moms who are juggling a thousand things, laughing through the mess, and sometimes just trying to keep it all together. We’ll be sharing real, raw stories—because life isn’t picture-perfect, and that’s okay. Whether it's the tear-jerking moments or the laugh-out-loud absurdities of mom life, Picking Daisies is here to remind you that you're not alone.
Each week, we bring you heartfelt conversations, expert advice, and personal insights that blend humor, inspiration, and a touch of sass. Expect the ups, the downs, and everything in between as we talk about mental health, parenting, relationships, and self-discovery. This show will feel like sitting down with an old friend—sometimes serious, sometimes hilarious, but always relatable. Get ready to pick a few daisies with us and find beauty in the ordinary moments.
Picking Daisies
Parenting on the Spectrum with Erin Martz
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Autism is a wide spectrum, and the more conversation we have the more inclusive we can be. At least that's my hope with this episode!
Erin from @Motherhoods_Beautiful_Chaos_ joins me to talk about parenting a child on the autism spectrum. Her oldest son, Carter, was diagnosed at 2.5 and she shares her story about the fight it took to get him tested and their journey together ever since.
Episode Highlights:
- Finding a provider that trusts your gut
- The lonely side of neurodivergent children
- The heavy weight put on moms following a diagnosis
- "Invisible Disabilities" and why we need to show grace
Let's teach our kids to be KIND with all kinds of kinds. There's some excellent insight in this episode, can't wait for you to listen!
Erin Martz is the proud Mama to 3 boys: ages 7, 4, and 9 months. She's a stay-at-home mom, living in Michigan and running her insightful and encouraging Instagram account, motherhoods_beautiful_chaos_.
Join Mary everyday for a real look into life with 3 crazy ass kids, surviving, thriving, and whatever the F else you might consider over at www.instagram.com/theverymarylife. Or if you're a Tik Tok fan, find me at https://www.tiktok.com/@theverymarylife. And of course, explore more on Theverymarylife.com
