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Turning Heartbreak Into Hope: Navigating Special Needs Parenting w/ Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon PhD EP 131

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Turning Heartbreak Into Hope: Navigating Special Needs Parenting w/ Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon PhD EP 131
What do you do when the world tells you to give up hope, but your heart refuses to listen?
Join us as we share the incredible journey of Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon, a special needs parenting coach and strategy lecturer, who faced unimaginable challenges when her daughter, Emma, suffered a severe brain injury during open-heart surgery. Marcia and her husband, Sean, chose not to surrender to despair but to fight for their daughter's future, navigating a medical system lacking in resources and expertise in their home country of Trinidad.
Marcia opens up about the deep emotional and financial toll of being a caregiver, from the isolation and judgment from society and extended family to the staggering costs of medical care. She shares the anger and frustration of dealing with uninformed opinions and the heartbreak of inadequate medical equipment. Yet, through all the adversity, Marcia's story is one of unwavering love and resilience, showcasing the critical role of parents in advocating for their children despite the lack of support systems.
In the face of these challenges, Marcia found strength and built a supportive community for special needs parents. She discusses the transformative power of a positive mindset, the importance of self-care, and the creation of meaningful connections. Marcia's initiatives, including her Facebook group "Lighting the Path," her insightful book, and her Special Needs Parent podcast, offer guidance and solace to families in similar situations. Tune in to be inspired by Marcia's profound wisdom and the remarkable journey that continues to uplift countless families.
Website: www.MarciaNB.com
Link to my Facebook community for Special Needs Parents:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/P8seAivtQr4gEDAE/?mibextid=K35XfP
Link to The Special Needs Parent Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0wvHlIgcZc5T5sZRp3iFLK
Book: Lighting the Path
https://books2read.com/lightingthepath

If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page
I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

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Κεφάλαια

1. Parenting Through Adversity and Hope (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Parenting Challenges Alone (00:17:00)

3. Supportive Communities for Special Needs Parents (00:25:08)

4. Cultivating a Positive Mindset as Parents (00:31:07)

5. Lessons From Special Needs Parent Coach (00:41:44)

6. Online Presence and Courage in Parenting (00:50:10)

141 επεισόδια

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Turning Heartbreak Into Hope: Navigating Special Needs Parenting w/ Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon PhD EP 131
What do you do when the world tells you to give up hope, but your heart refuses to listen?
Join us as we share the incredible journey of Marcia Nathai-Balkissoon, a special needs parenting coach and strategy lecturer, who faced unimaginable challenges when her daughter, Emma, suffered a severe brain injury during open-heart surgery. Marcia and her husband, Sean, chose not to surrender to despair but to fight for their daughter's future, navigating a medical system lacking in resources and expertise in their home country of Trinidad.
Marcia opens up about the deep emotional and financial toll of being a caregiver, from the isolation and judgment from society and extended family to the staggering costs of medical care. She shares the anger and frustration of dealing with uninformed opinions and the heartbreak of inadequate medical equipment. Yet, through all the adversity, Marcia's story is one of unwavering love and resilience, showcasing the critical role of parents in advocating for their children despite the lack of support systems.
In the face of these challenges, Marcia found strength and built a supportive community for special needs parents. She discusses the transformative power of a positive mindset, the importance of self-care, and the creation of meaningful connections. Marcia's initiatives, including her Facebook group "Lighting the Path," her insightful book, and her Special Needs Parent podcast, offer guidance and solace to families in similar situations. Tune in to be inspired by Marcia's profound wisdom and the remarkable journey that continues to uplift countless families.
Website: www.MarciaNB.com
Link to my Facebook community for Special Needs Parents:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/P8seAivtQr4gEDAE/?mibextid=K35XfP
Link to The Special Needs Parent Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0wvHlIgcZc5T5sZRp3iFLK
Book: Lighting the Path
https://books2read.com/lightingthepath

If you are enjoying my work then you can support me by 'buying me a coffee' at this page
I look forward to connecting with you Anita Mattu https://linktr.ee/AnitaMattu

  continue reading

Κεφάλαια

1. Parenting Through Adversity and Hope (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Parenting Challenges Alone (00:17:00)

3. Supportive Communities for Special Needs Parents (00:25:08)

4. Cultivating a Positive Mindset as Parents (00:31:07)

5. Lessons From Special Needs Parent Coach (00:41:44)

6. Online Presence and Courage in Parenting (00:50:10)

141 επεισόδια

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