In this moving episode, I sit down with Jane Fischer, author of If You Knew Suzy, to talk about the extraordinary journey of raising her daughter, Suzy—a child born with a rare genetic condition, countless medical challenges, and a spirit that has defied every single prognosis.

 

What started as a conversation about Jane’s book turned into something much deeper—a raw and powerful look at motherhood, resilience, advocacy, and what it really means to never give up.

 

Here’s what we dive into:

 

• A Birth Full of Unknowns: How what seemed like a typical pregnancy quickly became a spiral of unanswered questions and life-changing news.

• Becoming a Reluctant Warrior: Jane shares how Suzy transformed her from a quiet, laid-back woman into a bold, fierce advocate—someone who never took “no” as the final answer.

• Beyond the Diagnosis: The moments that show us why test scores don’t define a human being—and how Suzy’s emotional intelligence, humor, and heart have impacted everyone around her.

• Family, Sacrifice, and Strength: Jane opens up about the impact on her marriage, her other children, and the kind of strength it takes to keep going when the road is long and uncertain.

 

This episode isn’t just about parenting a child with special needs. It’s about faith, grit, unconditional love—and pushing past every boundary that says you can’t.

 

If you’ve ever felt stuck, discouraged, or like the odds are too great—this is the reminder you didn’t know you needed.

 

🎧 Tune in now and let this conversation challenge your limits, open your heart, and remind you that sometimes the greatest teachers come in the most unexpected forms.

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00:00 Introducing Jane Fischer

03:09 Suzy's Birth and Early Challenges

07:27 Navigating Life with Suzy

12:06 Early Intervention and Support Systems

20:36 Pushing Past Boundaries

22:48 A Mother's Transformation

26:04 The Spiritual Perspective

33:14 Family Dynamics and Support

36:56 The Power of Belief and Perseverance

42:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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 Connect with Jane Fischer on Instagram: www.instagram.com/janefischerauthor and get a copy of her book “If You Knew Suzy: Pushing Past the Boundaries of 'Never'.”