14 - Jandi Carter and Navigating a New Diagnosis
When you become a parent, you expect you'll see your kid do and act like other kids. And it can be incredibly saddening when you find out that your child needs special care. As a parent, this is something that you never expect or prepare for! Join Samantha as she speaks with Jandi Carter about how parents navigate new diagnoses. It's essential to acknowledge that parenting a child with special needs or challenges is never easy from the start. But with support, understanding, and the right resources, parents can navigate this journey and help their children and themselves thrive. Stay tuned!
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Show Notes
Here's what to expect on the podcast:
- How do parents typically react when they receive a diagnosis for their child that requires special care or attention?
- Jandi's advice for parents just starting their child's diagnosis journey.
- What are some common challenges parents face when dealing with a diagnosis for their child, and how do they overcome these challenges?
- Letting go of expectations enables parents to embrace their child's uniqueness and support their independent development.
- And much more!
About Jandi:
Jandi, a mom of three and entrepreneur, talks about getting an unexpected diagnosis, how she and her family navigated the diagnosis, and how they found therapies and schools that were suitable for her child. She also talks about the stress of not knowing if the decisions that were being made were in the best interest of her child but ultimately being at peace with everything that was done.
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Connect with Samantha Foote!
Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/