Raising Disabled
We're Deonna and Rhandyl and this is Raising Disabled where we openly talk about parenting our disabled kids and the challenges and triumphs that we've experienced along the way.
If you are a parent of a disabled child or have wondered what it's actually like and want to make sure EVERYBODY BELONGS, you're in the right place.
Please subscribe to Raising Disabled to have some fun with us as we discuss the extreme highs and lows that we and our guests have experienced firsthand living this different life that we love.
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Episodes
62 episodes
High Low Buffalo - October 2025
In this episode, Deonna and Rhandyl share the high, low, and buffalo (random thing that happened) from the past month. From anniversary vacations, to speaking engagements, to family loss and emergencies, it's been an exciting past few wee...
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Season 3
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Episode 61
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38:13
Are We Better Parents After Raising Disabled Children?
Parenting changes us—but parenting a disabled child has transformed us in ways we never expected. In this episode, we talk about how raising our disabled daughters has reshaped our views on parenting, life, and ourselves. Are we better...
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Season 3
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Episode 60
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38:51
The Butterfly Pig
In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talked to pediatric oncology nurse Mary Jenner, the founder of The Butterfly Pig. She has created an innovative company that is making t...
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Season 3
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Episode 59
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36:05
Caroline Raising Briella
In this episode of Raising Disabled, we talk to Caroline about raising her daughter Briella who has Cerebral Palsy. Caroline is the social media manager for our sponsors Altimate Medical and Zing Stander...
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Season 3
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Episode 58
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50:04
High Low Buffalo - September 2025
In this episode, Deonna and Rhandyl share the high, low, and buffalo (random thing that happened) from the past few weeks. From vacations, concerts, and new ventilators to two hospitalizations and birthday parties, it's been a crazy past ...
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Season 3
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Episode 57
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33:32
How to Handle More Than You Can Handle with Amanda Griffith Atkins
In this episode, we talk to Amanda Griffith Atkins about her new book How to Handle More Than You Can Handle. We talk about:how to get out of survival mode,what trauma does to your brain,how to ...
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Season 3
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Episode 56
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1:09:15
Dumb Things People Say - Unsolicited Medical Advice
In this episode, we are continuing our series "Dumb Things People Say" by talking about our feelings about receiving unsolicited medical advice from friends, family, and strangers. We are sharing stories about advice that we have re...
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Season 3
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Episode 55
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45:11
High Low Buffalo - July 2025
In this episode, Deonna and Rhandyl share the high, low, and buffalo (random thing that happened) from the last couple of months. Our prayers are with the flood victims in our home state of Texas. We compiled a small list of ...
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Season 3
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Episode 54
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34:06
Brady Crandall - Founder of Youth Crews
In this episode, we talked to Brady Crandall the co-founder of Youth Crews Diapers. To learn more about these new diapers made just for kids, visit their website
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Season 3
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Episode 53
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59:41
Alex Raising Mattie
In this episode, we talked to Alex Dragich about raising her daughter Mattie. Mattie was diagnosed with a rare genetic syndrome called KAT6B.To follow Alex and Mattie's jou...
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Season 3
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Episode 52
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1:04:20
The Autism Dad
In this episode, we talk to Rob Gorski AKA The Autism Dad about his 3 autistic sons. You can learn more about Rob, his mission to educate about autism, and his podcast at theautismdad.com
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Season 3
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Episode 51
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1:02:01
50th Episode Celebration
In this episode, we look back on 50 episodes of RAISING DISABLED and reflect on our favorite question that we always ask caregivers, "What is the best thing to come out raising your disabled child?" We share some of our favorite answers f...
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Season 3
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Episode 50
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41:19
Jillian Raising Roman and Stella
In this episode, we talk to Jillian about raising her kids, Roman and Stella who are battling a rare genetic condition called ASMD.Follow Jillian on social media @conf...
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Season 3
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Episode 49
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1:09:44
What is Morgan's Wonderland?
In this episode, we share Deonna's family's experience at Morgan’s Wonderland, the world’s first ultra-accessible theme park located in San Antonio, Texas. Deonna shar...
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Season 3
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Episode 48
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38:05
Brittany Raising Sawyer and Zion
In this episode, we talked to Brittany Lagarde about raising her daughter Sawyer who has Sanfilippo syndrome and her son Zion who has autism. Follow Brittany on Instagram @ha...
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Season 3
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Episode 47
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1:09:49
Nutrition for Chronic Conditions with 3 CulinaryMed Docs
In this episode we talked with Allison Childress, Shannon Galyean, and Michelle Alcorn of 3 CulinaryMed Docs about their app My Partner Sam.My Partner Sam is a culinary medicine app that crea...
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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29:46
40+ Life Hacks for Caregivers
In this episode Deonna, Rhandyl, and our listeners share over 45 "life hacks" or ways to make your life easier as a caregiver!
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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1:01:43
Abbey Raising Avery
In this episode we talk to Abbey Luckett Benjamin from Louisiana about raising her daughter Avery. We talk about her daughter's diagnosis of Adenylosuccinate Lyase Deficiency or ADSL, her seizures, living with a medically complex ...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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1:02:20
Superstitions from Parents of Disabled Kids
In this episode, we share all of the superstitions from our listeners and ourselves surrounding the care of our disabled children.
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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51:17
New Years Goals for 2025 from Us and Our Listeners
In this episode, we share our goals for 2025 from us and our amazing listeners. We also share our goals for the Raising Disabled Podcast for this year and a few guests that we would love to have on the show very soon!
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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45:09
Holiday Recap with Rhandyl and Deonna
In this episode, Rhandyl and Deonna share about their holiday break, Stuff the Van with Allie and Cole, their daughter's favorite gifts, and what to expect in Season 3 of the podcast!
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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38:16
What Are You Most Thankful for About Raising Your Disabled Child?
In this episode, us and our listeners share what we're most thankful for about raising our disabled children. We share our drastic shifts in our priorities, our resilience as caregivers, and the unique perspectives our disabled kid...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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49:24
Christmas Gift Ideas for Disabled Kids
In this episode, we're talking about thoughtful, accessible Christmas gift ideas tailored for kids with disabilities. We share our favorites and share ideas from our listeners too!Key Takeaways:When selecting gifts for...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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51:25