In this heartfelt episode of Dymin in the Rough, Dymin interviews Ashlyn Burger, wife of MLB player Jake Burger, about their life journey. The discussion centers around the birth of their daughter, Penelope, who was born with Down syndrome in October. Ashlyn shares their reactions to Penelope's diagnosis, the support they received from the Down syndrome community, and the adjustments they've made as a family. The conversation also touches upon Ashlyn's favorite coffee order, parenting hacks, and their experiences in the baseball world, including Jake's recent trade to the Texas Rangers. Notably, Jake recently changed his number to 21 to raise awareness for Down syndrome, a cause deeply personal to their family.Through candid moments and laughs, Ashlyn provides insight into their family's advocacy efforts and upcoming plans, highlighting the love and resilience that define their journey.
00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement
00:45 Rapid Fire Questions with Ashlyn02:16 Parenting and Family Life
05:00 Penelope's Diagnosis and Journey
08:43 Support and Community
12:28 Postpartum Experiences
26:13 Jake's Trade and New Beginnings
28:11 Life Changes and New Beginnings
29:21 Meeting Jake: A Whirlwind Romance
32:16 First Baseball Game Experience
33:40 Navigating Baseball Life as a Wife
35:57 Favorite Ballpark Foods and Stadiums
40:45 Challenges and Confessions of a Baseball Wife
45:38 Real Life vs. Social Media
47:06 Future Plans and Family Foundation
49:39 Final Thoughts and Farewell