The holiday season is officially upon us! And with that comes only magical moments of joy and peace and love.. just kidding! Between the family photo sessions gone wrong and the yearly debate between cooking or takeout, the holidays are complicated. And they get even more complex when your children with disabilities face new foods, sensory overload, changes in routine, and even unsupportive family members. Today we’re chatting all about how to keep the holidays happy.. including mom guilt, letting go of traditions, how to not spoil our children, dealing with behaviors, and sometimes even sending everyone to bed so we can just decorate the house ourselves! Sending extra love to you all this time of year. Happy holidays, friends!

GeneralValerie SchliederDecember 7, 2021Down Syndrome, Holidays, Christmas, GiftsComment

143. Our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide!

*Cue the holiday music…It’s the most wonderful (& also sort of stressful) time of the year… holiday shopping time! But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with our 2021 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE! It’s here, friends. We are so excited to share about all these wonderful, narrative-shifting small businesses! Shop for soaps and sweatshirts, books and beach towels, art and educational resources, + more! There’s truly something for everyone. And don’t pay full price, use our discount codes! Oh and did we mention that many of these companies were founded by entrepreneurs with Down syndrome and employ individuals with disabilities?! Tis’ the season for shopping small and shifting the narrative!

GeneralValerie SchliederNovember 30, 2021Down Syndrome, Holidays, Christmas, GiftsComment

97. Our 2020 Holiday Gift Guide!

Looking for the perfect gift (that’s actually meaningful) to give your friends and family this year? We’ve got you covered! Our 2020 Holiday Gift Guide is here and we are so excited to tell you about all these wonderful, narrative-shifting, and worth-shouting businesses! Shop for bow ties and books, soaps and sweatshirts, and even jams, art, and coffee too! We have something for everyone on your list, including your furry, four-legged, friends! But don’t pay full price, use our discount codes!

GeneralValerie SchliederDecember 8, 2020Down Syndrome, Holidays, Christmas, GiftsComment

96. Handling Holiday Expectations

Covid-19 may have wiped out our December calendars, but let’s talk about the magic of a quieter holiday season.. Kids waking up in their own beds, playing in the snow without a care in the world, and actually making the gingerbread cookies you always said you would! Sounds a little bit better than going to a zoom holiday party doesn’t it? This week we’re chatting all about the good and the hard of this holiday season. We’re also giving some advice (or trying to) about dealing with difficult family members and what to do when your child just isn’t having it.

GeneralValerie SchliederDecember 1, 2020Down Syndrome, Holidays, ChristmasComment

95. What Are You Thankful For?

As we head into the holidays and the end of 2020 (we made it!), we’re giving thanks for all the lessons learned this year. Let’s face it, 2020 hasn’t been easy and socially-distant holidays hold challenges of their own..But for now, we invite you to practice gratitude with us as we reflect on all the hard parts of this year that have opened our eyes to what we do have. We’re also chatting about why we’re thankful for Down syndrome, including the everyday moments with our kiddos that allow us (or force us) to pause and be grateful. And as always, we are thankful for all of you who listen and cheer us on. We love you, listeners!

GeneralValerie SchliederNovember 24, 2020Down Syndrome, Holidays, ThankfulComment

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