In this episode of Disabled Expectations, I sit down with Geof Coeling to talk about his daughter Vivian and the whirlwind of her early days. Vivian was diagnosed with KCNQ2-DEE, and Geof shares what it felt like to become a first-time dad in the middle of fear, confusion, and a thousand unanswered questions. We talk honestly about checking in with ourselves as dads—naming how we’re really doing and why that honesty matters.

This conversation will encourage you to keep showing up with courage and heart.

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In this episode, Mark Mulder shares the raw truth of raising two sons with Sanfilippo Syndrome (MPS III) — a degenerative disease that reshapes every part of family life. He opens up about the nonstop caregiving, the strain and strength of marriage under pressure, and where he finds the endurance to keep going.

Honest, hopeful, and deeply real — you don’t want to miss this conversation.

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In this episode of Disabled Expectations, we sit down with Mark Meier, father of Annika, whose journey began like so many others—until a diagnosis of medulloblastoma, a childhood brain tumor, changed everything. What followed was a long road of medical challenges, complications, and the reality of living with disabilities.

Mark shares with honesty and heart about the resilience of his daughter, the strength of his family, and the power of community rallying around one of their own. This is a story of perseverance, love, and the daily courage it takes to keep moving forward.

This episode is brought to you by Certain Hope Community, a nonprofit connecting families of children with disabilities (certainhopecommunity.org).

You can also learn more about Mark’s nonprofit, Anni’s Army, at annisarmy.org.

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Jason Blain is a dad to two boys living with MPS II (Hunter Syndrome), a rare and exhausting disease.

In this episode, we talk about what it's really like to raise kids with severe disabilities—no sugarcoating. Jason opens up about the emotional toll, the fight to keep his marriage strong, and how hardship and gratitude somehow coexist in his world.

He doesn’t pretend to have it all figured out—but what he shares is honest, raw, and hopeful. You’ll walk away challenged and encouraged

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In this episode, I talk with Bill Barton—dad to Lucas, who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. We get real about the painful weight of a degenerative diagnosis and how it doesn’t just affect the child, but reshapes the entire family. Bill shares what it's like to parent in a world where control slips away day by day, and how he's learning to show up with presence instead of answers.

We talk about the surprising strength that surfaces when you stop trying to fix everything—and start walking through it together. This is an honest look at fatherhood, faith, and the deep love that holds when nothing else does.

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Joel Keck joins me on Disabled Expectations to share his journey as a dad to Cade, who was born with Dandy-Walker and Joubert syndrome. We talk about life in the NICU for 22 days, the tough choices families face in times of crisis, and how fatherhood has reshaped his view of life, faith, and strength.

You’re going to like Joel — honest, real, and full of quiet strength.

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In this episode of Disabled Expectations, we sit down with Brian, a father whose son Chris has cerebral palsy.

Brian shares his powerful journey of advocating for his son, the importance of community, and the life-altering experience of adoption. We dive into the honest struggles and triumphs of being a dad in a special needs family, exploring how love, resilience, and faith drive him every day.

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In this episode of Disabled Expectations, I sit down with Jeff Weir, a dad whose son Landon lives with Schaaf-Yang Syndrome, an extremely rare genetic condition. Jeff opens up about the joys, heartbreaks, and traumatic events their family has faced both in and out of the hospital.

This is a raw, honest, eye opening conversation about parenting through uncertainty, holding on to hope, and finding strength in the middle of unimaginable circumstances. Jeff's vulnerability will encourage you, challenge you, and remind you that even in the hardest seasons, you're not alone.

💡 Whether you're a parent, caregiver, advocate, or simply someone who wants to understand more about life with disabilities—this episode is for you

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In this episode of Disabled Expectations, I sit down with Cameron Kinney, dad to Wells, who has Dandy-Walker Syndrome. We dive deep into the importance of being open and honest as dads, the mental and emotional weight of raising a medically complex child, and the challenges of multiple extended hospital stays.

Cameron shares his raw experiences—the fears, the resilience, and the unexpected strength that comes from walking this road. If you're a dad navigating similar challenges, or you just want a real, unfiltered look at fatherhood in the world of disability, this one’s for you.

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In this episode of Disabled Expectations, I sit down with Ben Lawrence, a dedicated father whose son, Jory, was born with spina bifida. Ben shares how he and his wife have prioritized building a life where everyone has a seat at their table—both literally and figuratively. We dive into the power of community, the realities of accessibility, and how their faith has guided them through the journey of raising a child with a disability.

Tune in as we explore the intersection of faith, perseverance, and fatherhood in the face of challenges.

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