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Dyslexia Mom Life™ | Education, Encouragement & Real Life episodes
- 145 | Dyslexia and Private Schools: What Parents Need to Know
In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that so many of you have reached out about, navigating dyslexia in a private school. Maybe you chose a private school for smaller class sizes, a faith-based education, or a strong academic reputation. But now you’ve realized your child is struggling with reading, spelling, or writing—and you’re wondering, Does this school really have the support my child needs?
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Understanding Your Child's Dyslexia Workshop - Spotify / Apple / YouTube
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28 min - 144 l Dyslexia and School Transitions: How to Plan Now for a Successful Next School Year
If you’re parenting a child with dyslexia, you already know how important it is to be proactive, especially when it comes to school transitions.
Whether your child is moving from elementary to middle school, middle to high school, or transitioning into a new grade with a new teacher, this process can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry—today, we’re breaking it down into simple, actionable steps so you can feel prepared and confident as you navigate this journey.
By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what to focus on right now, how to plan, and what specific questions to ask to set your child up for success next school year. So grab your coffee or pop in those earbuds while you fold the laundry, and let’s dive in!
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Understanding Your Child's Dyslexia Workshop - Spotify / Apple
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18 min - 143 l From Struggle to Strength: Prioritizing Your Relationship
When you’re navigating school struggles, homework battles, and advocating for your child’s needs, it’s easy to let stress take over. But here’s the truth— the number one resource your child needs is not a tutor, an advocate, or a structured reading program. Your child needs you!
Your number one purpose and goal is to put your relationship first and this episode shares ways to put your relationship first, even in the toughest moments.
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Understanding Your Child's Dyslexia Workshop - Spotify / Apple
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17 min - 142 | Stealth Dyslexia: The Hidden Struggles
Most people think of dyslexia as a noticeable difficulty with reading and writing. But for some students, their intelligence and coping strategies allow them to hide their struggles—sometimes even from themselves. This is what we call stealth dyslexia. Often times for educators and parents struggle to make sense of the fact their very bright student is struggling to read. Stealth students can mask or compensate for their dyslexia.
How does it go unnoticed? What are the signs? And how can we support these students before they burn out?
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Understanding Your Child's Dyslexia Workshop - Spotify / Apple
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10 min - 141 | Feeling Overwhelmed? Understanding Your Window of Tolerance
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or like you’re constantly running on empty, this episode is for you. We’re breaking down what the Window of Tolerance is, how it impacts your ability to handle stress, and—most importantly—how you can expand your window to feel more in control of your emotions, your parenting, and your life.
Grab your beverage of choice, take a deep breath, and let’s get started!
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Understanding Your Child's Dyslexia Workshop - Spotify / Apple
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15 min - 140 | Deep Dive into Dyslexia: What Lies Below the Surface
The iceberg is a great way to visualize dyslexia. Above the water, you see the small visible part. Things like difficulty with reading, spelling, and writing. That’s what most people recognize as dyslexia.
But what’s beneath the surface? A range of cognitive differences affect memory, processing speed, organization, and even self-esteem. These hidden struggles can impact a person’s entire life - not just in school but in work, relationships, and everyday tasks.
As a parent raising a child with dyslexia, it is important to realize that the areas you do not see can impact your child and family daily. If you don't recognize the areas under the iceberg, you may look up one day and see you have hit the iceberg and not have a boat (or plan) to get out without a Titanic moment.
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Understanding Your Child's Dyslexia Workshop - Spotify / Apple
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20 min - 139 | Forget Resolutions: A Guilt-Free Way to Refocus in 2025
Today we’re talking about something we all experience—setting big New Year’s Resolutions, only to feel guilty when life takes over and they fall to the side. According to research, 80% or more of people give up on their New Year's resolutions by February. So, you are not alone.
But here’s the thing—resolutions aren’t the only way to create meaningful change. Today, we’re throwing out the guilt and talking about a better, more sustainable way to refocus in 2025.
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Understanding Your Child's Dyslexia Workshop - Spotify / Apple
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10 min - 138 | Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions About Dyslexia
Have you Googled “dyslexia” and walked away more confused than when you started your research? There is a lot of information about dyslexia on the internet and social media. When you are starting your dyslexia journey with your child you may not know which websites and social accounts are providing accurate information about dyslexia and can send you in the wrong direction.
Listen to this episode to learn the top 10 frequently asked (searched) questions about dyslexia.
Signs of Dyslexia - Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity
Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz, M.D.
Dyslexia Screener
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20 min - 137 | Fear, Fight, Flight, and Freeze Responses are Keeping You Stuck
So many feelings, emotions, and anger naturally come when you worry about your child learning to read. You fear the unknown, you want to fight with school, or you want to flee or freeze doing nothing in response to learning that your child is struggling to learn to read and may have a learning challenge. It's a lot!
Listen to this episode to learn about fear, fight, flight, freeze ~ and 4 strategies to manage each when they occur along your dyslexia parenting journey.
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Understanding Your Child's Dyslexia Workshop - Spotify / Apple
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13 min - 136 | Finding Your Way When You Feel Lost
Let’s talk about what it means to feel lost. Feeling lost can manifest in many ways—whether it’s a sense of confusion, lack of direction, or just feeling disconnected from your own identity. As moms, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the responsibilities and demands of daily life, leaving little room for self-reflection or self-care.
It’s important to acknowledge that these feelings are valid and not uncommon. Many moms experience this at some point in their dyslexia parenting journey, and it’s okay to seek support and work through it. Understanding that you’re not alone is the first step towards finding your way back to you!
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Understanding Your Child's Dyslexia Workshop - Spotify / Apple
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About Dyslexia Mom Life™ | Education, Encouragement & Real Life
From the publisher's feed
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.
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