Water Prairie

A database of organizations to guide you and a weekly podcast of interviews to inspire you as the parent of a child with a disability. #waterprairie

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Just published: "Water Prairie Weekly Newsletter - 5/23/26". Check it out and subscribe to get everything I'm making.
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#disability advocate and author John Fela (@jfelageller74) speaks on the #podcast about the things we usually hide—the marital strain, loneliness, and fear of #specialneedsparenting and #parentingautism. Part 1 of a two-part series you don't want to miss!
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That time I thought "Parent Concerns" was just a box to check https://t.co/x0awW71woB

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Your gut feeling about your child's #speech is your best tool. In our latest episode, we dive into the early signs of speech and #language delays with Luba Patlakh, founder of Kidology, Inc.

Watch now!
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#SpeechTherapy #EarlyIntervention #Parenting

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Off the leash and into traffic? 😬 Our guest Christine shares a powerful metaphor for why teaching independence early on is so crucial. Listen to the latest episode for more insights!
#ParentingTips #SpecialEducation #Independence #autism #adhd
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Task analysis, fading prompts, and the spectrum of independence. Our latest episode is a masterclass in preparing your #neurodiverse child for adulthood. Learn how to replace yourself with systems!
#Neurodiversity #IEP #LifeSkills #autism #adhd
https://t.co/O8h4q8SVHT

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Stop enabling, start empowering. Discover how to teach your child with special needs daily living skills and build their confidence. Our guests share why it's never too late to start. Tune in now!
#DisabilityAwareness #AutismParenting #ADHD #parenting
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Parenting a child with disabilities can be a journey of 'what if.' What if they need me forever? In this week's podcast, we're talking about how to prepare your child for independence, one small step at a time. #Parenting #SpecialNeeds #autism #adhd
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How do blind students navigate college? From a major change to finding a safe space in a crowd of 10,000, Olivia shares her unfiltered story. A must-listen for parents & students.

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#BlindStudent #CollegeLife #DisabilityServices

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Packing up the SMILE & SUCCEED Book Bundle to ship to our giveaway winner.

A special thank you to Kirt Manecke for providing the books and being such a good sport with the livestream technical issues on Friday.

#parentingteens #parenting #parentingtips #waterprairie

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🚨 #LIVETODAY! Join me & Kirt Manecke, author of ' SMILE & SUCCEED for Teens,' at 5 PM ET on YouTube!
Learn about his amazing online course for #neurodiverse teens! Don't miss it!

Tune in here: https://t.co/JLJKlAFhxI

#Neurodiversity #TeenSkills #adhd #autism #parentingtips

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🚨 ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT!
Win a SIGNED 'SMILE & SUCCEED for Teens' book set! Essential for #neurodiverse teens mastering social skills.
Enter NOW: https://t.co/9pPYAU6lTy

#Giveaway #SpecialNeedsParent #IEP #Neurodiversity #TeenSkills #adhd #autism #audhd #anxiety #specialeducation

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New episode! 🚀 Simon Arnold's powerful journey of adult #AuDHD diagnosis. He shares how it brought unprecedented clarity to his life. A must-listen for parents & anyone curious about #neurodiversity!

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#AdultADHD #Autism #Podcast #WaterPrairieChronicles

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Living with #MultipleDisabilities isn't about limitations, it's about finding innovative solutions! 💪 This week Ally shares some tips she’s found helpful.

➡️ Watch now: https://t.co/P8ViN1pwbg

What's one piece of tech that makes life easier?

#AssistiveTech #DisabilityTwitter

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Want to empower your child with disabilities to advocate for themselves? 🤔 Our latest @waterprairie pod features MDA Ambassador Ally with actionable advice you NEED to hear.

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#SpecialNeedsParenting #DisabilityRights #AdvocacyTips #DisabilityAdvocacy

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Ever wondered about #CVI? 🤔 On today's episode, Ally Pack-Adair gives a crucial first-hand account of living with #CorticalVisualImpairment. Essential listening for parents & anyone wanting to understand more.
https://t.co/nT0xSSotq5

#CVIawareness #DisabilityInclusion

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Overwhelmed by negative self-talk? 🤯 Learn how to reframe your thoughts and build the confidence you need to advocate for your child. Listen to my conversation with Latonya Moore on the Water Prairie podcast.

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#specialneeds #parenting #advocacy #selfcare

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"Start small!" Great advice from Jenifer Breaux on @waterprairie for families wanting to travel with #neurodivergent kids. Check out the full interview for more #accessibletravel tips:
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#autism #ADHD #specialneedstravel #familytravel #sensoryprocessing

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@MillionPodcasts I love seeing so many other podcasters focusing on disability awareness! I'll have to check out some of these. Check out @waterprairie as another in this category and see what we're doing there to support special needs parents and advocate for individuals with disabilities.

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Is ABA therapy right for your child? 🤔Find out on the Water Prairie Chronicles podcast! We discuss the pros, cons, and everything in between.

Listen now:
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#ABATherapy #Autism #AutismAwareness #SpecialNeedsParenting #Neurodiversity #neurodiverse