Parenting Kids with Complex Needs: Support for Families Navigating Neurodiversity, Medical Needs, Learning Disabilities and More

Carolyn Gardner l MA Education, Mom💙,Curriculum Designer, Emotional Intelligence Coach, Entrepreneur

Welcome to Parenting Kids with Complex Needs!  I’m Carolyn—a mom, educator, advocate and parenting coach — here to share practical tips, heartfelt insights and meaningful conversations with families raising complex kids. A "complex kid" is a child with multiple diagnoses: medical, neurological, learning disabilities, ADHD, etc. This podcast is designed to provide encouragement and guidance for parents navigating the unique challenges and rewards of raising kids with challenges like: ADHD, High Functioning Autism/Aspergers Syndrome, Sensory Processing Disorder, learning disabilities and other neurodiverse conditions. Together, we’ll explore effective strategies, educational resources, and expert tips to empower you AND your child. Whether you’re seeking community support or the just the reassurance that you’re not alone, this is the place for you! Join me as we celebrate our amazing kids and embrace the journey of parenting complex kids together. 

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Episode 4: Sensory Processing and the Holidays

Welcome back to the Parenting Kids with Complex Needs podcast!In this episode we are talking about Sensory Processing challenges during the holidays. The holidays are a time steeped in traditions and often we can get overwhelmed by all the expectations and stress attached to this time of year. If it's hard for us as adults, imagine the challenges for kids with Sensory Processing Disorder! Let's chat about how we can support our kids during this overstimulating time of year.🎁 I have two gifts ...

Dec 10, 2024

16 min

Episode 3: Sensory Processing and Your Complex Kid At School

Welcome back to the Parenting Kids with Complex Needs podcast! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Carolyn, a mom of an amazing complex kid. I'm also an educator, curriculum designer and Emotional Intelligence Coach.In this episode we are talking about Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and your Complex Kid at School. If you have used the Sensory Processing Checklist from the Quick Guide mentioned in the last episode (get it here), you now have a better sense of the areas where your child needs ...

Dec 6, 2024

23 min

Episode 2: Sensory Processing Disorder and Your Complex Kid At Home

Welcome back to the Parenting Kids with Complex Needs podcast! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Carolyn, a mom of an amazing complex kid. I'm also an educator, curriculum designer and Emotional Intelligence Coach.In this episode we are talking about Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). Chances are if you have a child with any type of neurological condition or neurodiversity, they are struggling with some type of sensory challenges. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) can look like sensitivity to...

Dec 6, 2024

21 min

Episode 1: The Story Behind the Parenting Kids with Complex Needs Podcast

Welcome to Parenting Kids with Complex Needs!Description:Welcome to the Parenting Kids with Complex Needs podcast! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m Carolyn, a mom of an amazing complex child. I'm also an educator and emotional intelligence coach. I've been navigating this journey for over 10 years. My son was diagnosed with two brain conditions at just 10 months old, and since then, we’ve faced surgeries, many medical issues, sensory challenges, and educational hurdles.I know how overwhelming it ...

Nov 26, 2024

25 min