In part two of this three-part series on blind parents' fears of passing their conditions to their kids, all four ladies share their thoughts and experiences about wanting children while growing up. They discuss the anxiety of passing down their eye conditions, the decision to undergo genetic testing during pregnancy, and the reactions from friends and family questioning whether they should have children who might be blind. Terrin opens up about the fears of having another child with metabolic disorders, and Josselyn recounts a friend's harsh opinions on her becoming a young mother. Press play on this episode for candid conversations with these moms.

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In this three-part series, we explore the fears and obstacles faced by parents with visual impairments. Our first episode features four remarkable guests, each sharing their unique perspectives regarding passing down their condition to their children and whether it played a major role in their decision to have kids. Alicia, born with retinoblastoma, grapples with the fear of passing cancer on to her children. J, although she never planned to have children, has become an integral part of raising her nieces. Garrett and Brittney, a married couple of nine years, underwent genetic testing, which confirmed a 50/50 chance of passing Garrett's condition to their kids.

During our conversation, we examine various aspects of parenting with visual impairments. We discuss accepting the reality that their children might inherit the genetic condition, the practical challenges of administering eye drops to babies and children, and finding proactive medical care. We also touch on family dynamics, examining how their families reacted to their decision to have more children despite potential visual impairments. Additionally, we address COVID concerns, highlighting Brittney's pregnancy during the pandemic and the fears associated with medical procedures for their baby.

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We know what it's like having the kids back for the summer, so join us while we give you ways to save money on outings, resources to purchase games you can play with your kids, activities you can do indoors and outdoors to keep them entertained. We discuss the dangers of too much screen time, the different settings you can set to curb your kids from browsing and using apps by a certain time, and products you can purchase to keep them active and away from the screens. Conversations about thrifting, the importance of keeping your kids moving, dance parties, when certain sentimental moments end between child and parent, and so much more!

Resources mentioned:

Ceedlings Braille books: https://www.seedlings.org

Recreational and Fun products at Maxi aids: https://www.maxiaids.com/category/recreational-and-fun

Braille games and toys at Maxi aids: https://www.maxiaids.com/category/braille-games-and-toys/3

Braille Super store: http://www.braillebookstore.com

GAMES AT The Sharper Vision Store: https://store.wcblind.org/store/games

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Our second and final installment of our blind dads series focuses on Iron Dad Nick Silver; a dad of 8, athlete, and licensed massage therapist with his own practice. He speaks on being a single dad, the differences between raising boys and girls, being an active dad in his kids' lives, his teenage kids driving, 24-hour plus long trips with babies and toddlers, showing up and being an active parent at school, helping his daughter through her menstrual cycles through massage, and so much more.

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The moms are celebrating Father's Day this year highlighting blind dads and the super powers they bring to the family. This first episode of a two-part series features Jamelle, Josselyn's husband, to talk about what it's like being a blind dad, how the podcast name was created, tips and advice for those who want to cook with no vision, how he and Josselyn met, always wanting to be a girl dad, and so much more!

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Join us for a special episode where we introduce our little ones! We asked them some fun and silly questions, and their answers are interesting, adorable, and absolutely hilarious. Stay tuned for more great content from Babies Down, Bottles Up!

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Since there have been so many heavy episodes, this week the ladies are joined by their producer Danny (The Blind Radio Guy) to lighten things up and play some games like "Would You Rather" and "Menu Item or Random Pregnancy Craving." The moms cover breastfeeding in public, kids listening to things on repeat, kids calling you by your first name, and find out what common craving Terrin had during her pregnancy.

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The moms are back with a new episode! Join them as they discuss navigating indoor and outdoor situations, sharing funny little white lies they've told their kids. They reveal their clever methods to have their kids come to them or find them in the home, offering insightful tips on how they, as blind moms, keep track of their kids no matter where they are.

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Check out the third and final episode of our series! Meet Tremaine, a resilient blind mom who faced every blind parent's nightmare: the temporary separation from her baby due to blatant discrimination. Listen to her recount her heart-breaking stories of not being able to take her baby home after birth, reuniting with her baby 57 days later, and offering invaluable guidance to future blind moms who may one day face this unjust discrimination. Blind moms, stand up and stand together!

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Check out the second episode of our three-part series! Join our amazing moms as they share misconceptions professionals have about blind parents. From frustrating interactions with educators to navigating health professionals and public encounters, they share stories that highlight the normalcy of blind individuals' lives. Listen in as they recount their experiences in the delivery room, talk about the daily fears of being a blind parent, and touch on the heart-wrenching time when Terrin faced a CPS case. Plus, they express their love for Taylor Swift's latest album, share their drinks of the week, give shout-outs to supportive men, and tease an upcoming episode featuring blind dads.

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