Dyslexia Mom Life™ | Education, Encouragement & Real Life

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Dyslexia Mom Life™ | Education, Encouragement & Real Life episodes

July 20, 2020 DML 6: 9 Year Old's Perspective on Dyslexia
Our first guest is very special to the show. Our daughter, Haddie, shares her thoughts about dyslexia. You are going to love her energy (and her jokes).

Just so you know (a favorite phrase I hear her say daily) - we did not write any of the questions ahead of time. This is truly a live conversation that we decided to record one night this summer in our living room to share with you and your family. We both share from our hearts with you, enjoy!

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Grab your Summer Activities today! Great resources for the summer - to go from bored to ready for the next school year.

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife/

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE PODCAST NOTES:
http://dyslexiamomlife.com/episode6

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July 13, 2020 DML 5: Dyslexia Book Recommendations
Your host, Nicole Holcomb, shares books she recommends in three categories: (1) general dyslexia books, (2) gifts of dyslexia, and (3) dyslexia stories. Grab your earbuds and take us on a walk (or run) with you. You won't need to take any notes. We have the podcast notes with links to all the recommended books at http://dyslexiamomlife.com/episode5.

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Grab your Summer Activities today! Great resources for the summer - to go from bored to ready for the next school year.

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife/

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE PODCAST NOTES:
http://dyslexiamomlife.com/episode5
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21 min
July 07, 2020 DML 4: Dyslexia Myths
I bet you have heard at least a few myths about dyslexia. You may have not even realized they were not true. Your host, Nicole Holcomb, shares with you the dyslexia myths and the truth about each one in this episode.

Grab your Summer Activities today! Great resources for the summer - to go from bored to ready for the next school year.

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife/

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE PODCAST NOTES:
http://dyslexiamomlife.com/episode4
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13 min
July 03, 2020 DML 2: Strengths of Successful Dyslexic Entrepreneurs
When you are in the day to day of raising your child with dyslexia, do you ever wonder if you are making progress? What kind of adult will he be? Successful?

Your host, Nicole Holcomb, explores the strengths of entrepreneurs who are dyslexic. This episode shares how many of the most successful entrepreneurs use their dyslexic strengths to see huge results in their businesses.

Grab your Summer Activities today! Great resources for the summer - to go from bored to ready for the next school year.

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife/

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE PODCAST NOTES: http://dyslexiamomlife.com/episode2
Check out the podcast notes for links to the articles and resources mentioned in the episode.
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21 min
July 03, 2020 DML 3: Is my child dyslexic?
Are you wondering if your child is dyslexic? Your host, Nicole Holcomb, shares with you the characteristics of dyslexia in this episode.

Grab your Summer Activities today! Great resources for the summer - to go from bored to ready for the next school year.

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife/

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE PODCAST NOTES:
http://www.dyslexiamomlife.com/episode3

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11 min
June 29, 2020 DML 1: What is dyslexia?
Is your son or daughter struggling to learn to read? Have you heard the word dyslexia but wasn't sure what it was exactly? This episode is for you! Your host, Nicole Holcomb, walks you through what exactly does it mean to be dyslexic from the perspective of a mother raising a daughter with dyslexia.

Grab your Summer Activities today! Great resources for the summer - to go from bored to ready for the next school year.

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife/

DYSLEXIA MOM LIFE PODCAST NOTES:
http://dyslexiamomlife.com/episode1

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10 min
June 29, 2020 Dyslexia Mom Life Trailer
The Dyslexia Mom Life Podcast Season 1 is here! So join me and my guests as we talk about parenting children with dyslexia. Premieres this summer! Subscribe now, so you won't miss an episode.
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Do you wish you had a guide or coach who has been where you are and has mapped out how to parent a child with dyslexia (without the overwhelm)?

Do you worry about your…

child’s self-esteem and mental health while carrying the shame of being unable to read? Are you staying up at night, staring at the ceiling with worry about your child’s future and the impact on your family?

I’m so glad you’re here! This podcast is your go-to guide for practical strategies on your dyslexia parenting journey. Together, we’ll build a deep understanding of dyslexia and give you the parenting tools you need to confidently navigate the world of dyslexia without sacrificing your relationship with your child. This journey may have its challenges, but you are not alone. You’ve got this—and we’re in it together!

For the past 10 years, I have been on my dyslexia mom journey. I have made mistakes, laughed, and cried along my parenting journey with my dyslexic daughter. I spent so much time on internet searches and social media, trying to figure it all out — how to get our daughter tested for dyslexia, where to find the right remediation, what accommodations work for her, when and how to tell her she was dyslexic, and how to protect her self-esteem through it all. Honestly, it took a huge toll on our family — and my sanity!

I finally realized that if I was going to keep my sanity and help my daughter thrive in this new dyslexia lifestyle, I had to trust my intuition about what was best for her and our family. I had done all the research, read all the books, and found a way to connect with my daughter, building a strong mother-daughter relationship that would outlive her school years. Of course, I have my fair share of bumps, bruises, and wrong turns along our journey, but one thing is constant - my love for my daughter, and that I can do this (figure out dyslexia and be the best mom to my daughter)! P.S. So can you!

I created a framework that was built on simple, proven strategies — small steps I could check off each day, giving me a real sense of progress (instead of endlessly scrolling through Instagram looking for answers).

It became a lifestyle that made parenting feel less like a constant chore and more like a meaningful relationship — filled with intention, fun, and laughter again. And now, I’m so ready to share it all with you!

If you’re ready for simple, proven strategies to confidently show up for your child with dyslexia, this podcast is for you!

Take a deep breath — you’re in the right place. It’s time to turn the page on overwhelm and step into confidence! Let’s begin.