Trust Your Innersense™ with Joanne Starkman

7 - Jessica Connor’s Unexpected Path to Community Through Outshine Labels


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The Diagnosis That Changed Everything
What if your instincts as a parent clashed with every professional opinion you received? Jessica Connor recounts the intense and isolating journey that followed her daughter Ava’s birth, leading to an unexpected diagnosis of Williams syndrome. Her story raises essential questions about maternal intuition, medical advocacy, and what happens when the life you imagined shifts in an instant.

Finding Unexpected Strength in Shared Stories
Searching for community, Jessica didn’t just find other special needs parents—she uncovered a profound commonality that cut across diagnoses. This episode explores how her connections on social media revealed powerful insights into raising a child with a disability and opened the door to a broader movement for inclusion and understanding.

Creating Change Through Outshine Labels
What if a simple t-shirt could challenge perceptions and start conversations? Learn how Jessica transformed personal struggle into a mission-driven business with Outshine Labels, a platform blending apparel, awareness, and advocacy. Her story will inspire listeners who care about community-building, disability rights, and using creativity to make a meaningful impact.

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Chapters
02:45 Ava's Diagnosis Journey
11:53 Understanding Williams Syndrome
16:29 The Inspiration Behind Outshine Labels
19:23 Navigating the Special Needs Community
22:01 The Power of Storytelling in Advocacy
24:39 Life Lessons from Ava
27:55 Encouraging Awareness and Inclusion
31:57 The Journey of Advocacy and Connection

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