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Speaking Life Into Motherhood ~ Rhythms, Child Development, Homeschool, Special Needs, Speech Delay, Systems, Autism, ADHD, Neurodiversity, Disabilities
Are you a Christian mom exhausted from parenting a child with special needs? Are you worried your child is not developing normally, but have been told to "wait and see"? Are you navigating a tough season with your child?
I'm Elyse, Speech Language Pathologist, Special Needs and Homeschool Strategy Coach, Family Advocate and a mom who has walked this journey. After being dismissed by providers about my own son's needs, I had to learn how to advocate fiercely—and I discovered how often exhausted moms like us are told to just "wait and see" when we know something more is needed.
That's why I created Speaking Life Into Motherhood. Each week, you'll gain the tools and confidence to advocate for your child whether you just have general concerns and are trying to be proactive, or your child has a speech delay, ADHD, autism, or developmental diagnosis, my goal is for you to feel supported and seen. You'll learn about typical development, alternative strategies that actually simplify your life (not complicate it), discover simple systems that create healthy rhythms for your neurodivergent family, and receive biblical truth that meets you right where you are in the trenches of motherhood.
Whether you're navigating IEPs or trying to decide whether to homeschool your child- searching for alternatives to medication, or just trying to get through the day with energy left for yourself, this podcast equips you with what you need to make the best decisions for your child—and finally feel empowered instead of overwhelmed.
Speaking Life Into Motherhood ~ Rhythms, Child Development, Homeschool, Special Needs, Speech Delay, Systems, Autism, ADHD, Neurodiversity, Disabilities
What Your Autistic or ADHD Child Is Picking Up From You — The Frequency Conversation No One Is Having //59
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Did you know your child is picking up on your emotional frequency — even without a single word being spoken? And that for kids with autism, ADHD, or other additional needs, they may be even more sensitive to what you're putting out? This conversation stopped me in my tracks and I know it's going to do the same for you.
In this episode I am joined by Kelsey Redd — mental health counselor, mom of four, adventurer, and host of the Intentional Motherhood podcast. Kelsey spent years working with clients navigating severe trauma, addiction, infertility, and grief before discovering that holistic approaches — mindfulness, energy work, and mind-body connection — were creating breakthroughs that traditional talk therapy alone couldn't achieve. After her own journey through infertility, the birth of her miracle twins, postpartum depression and anxiety, Kelsey made it her mission to help moms stop surviving motherhood and start actually enjoying it.
In this episode we talk about the real science behind how your thoughts create physiological responses in your body, what emotional frequency actually is and why it's not "woo woo," how your kids are literally synchronizing with your energy at home, and what you can do about all of it — starting today. We also get into something really close to my heart, which is how all of this applies specifically to moms of kids with additional needs, and how our faith connects beautifully to every single piece of this conversation.
This episode is the deep dive that follows my solo episode this week — if you haven't listened to that one yet, go back and start there first. It sets the perfect foundation for everything Kelsey shares here.
Connect with Kelsey:
- Podcast: Intentional Motherhood
- Website: creatingintentionalmothers.com
- Free guides and resources for intentional moms available on her website
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Connect with the host: Elyse Scheeler
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Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Speaking Life Into Motherhood. None of the advice or discussion on the podcast is medical advice. Always consult with your medical provider before using any supplements, essential oils, or therapy methods.