Dyslexia Mom Life™ | Education, Encouragement & Real Life

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

August 01, 2022 117 | Back to School Bootcamp Series: Part 2 - Homework Station
What is one thing that can cause drama at home on a daily basis . . . yep, homework.
What if you had a central location where your child could leave her bookbag, have supplies for homework, and most importantly cut down on the chaos of not knowing where a pencil is for math homework. That sounds great to me!
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July 27, 2022116 | Back to School Bootcamp Series: Part 1 - Command Center
A command center is a central location in your home where you can store daily items to keep your family organized with less clutter.

What are the benefits of having a command center in your home?
Central location for the family calendar
Never lose your keys or field trip permission slips
Important dates and events in one location
Brings a sense of calm to your chaos
Direct everyone to one location
Less clutter
Listen to learn more about creating your own home command center and start this school year out with a plan and less chaos. You are going to love it!

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July 20, 2022 115 | 5 Ways to Prepare for Back to School
Summer vacation never lasts long enough, am I right?

You may be going back and forth from enjoying a slower-paced summer where you aren’t running kids to school, activities, packing lunches, and all the things to being ready to get back to school for routines, and a few hours each day when the kids aren’t home, literally underfoot saying "I’m bored" and arguing with his sisters.

Either way . . . the first day of school is coming sooner than later.

Listen to learn the 5 Ways to Get Ready for Back to School on day 1.

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13 min
July 18, 2022 114 | Write Down Your Hangcliffers
One of the many things I love about raising a daughter with dyslexia is that I learn from her every single day. I love the way she sees the world and I love even more how she shares the things she sees and thinks about.

That's where hangcliffers was born!

It started out as a typical night where we were watching a tv series with our daughter and this episode was the last one for the season. It ended without really ending. You know, the ones where you are left not knowing what happened next. My daughter stood up and said with a very serious face and tone she said to us “that was a real hangcliffer.”

I've had many moms raising dyslexic kiddos share similar stories. So, how are we going to remember all of these amazing words, expressions, and ideas of our kids growing up? Write them down.

Listen to learn the benefits of writing it down in letters to your kiddo and how to get started today.

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13 min
July 13, 2022 113 | IDA: Dyslexia Resource
When you first learn your child is dyslexic, you may feel pretty overwhelmed with all of the resources available. Yet, not all resources are created equal. In this episode, Nicole is sharing the resources available on the International Dyslexia Association's website.

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11 min
July 11, 2022 112 | My Summer Reading 2022
Find out what books Nicole is reading and recommending this summer! Grab the links to these books and the Amazon resources mentioned at www.dyslexiamomlife.com.

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21 min
May 24, 2022 111 | How to Achieve Work Life Integration
Jamie Jackson Spannhake is on the show sharing all about work-life integration for moms. If you find yourself thinking about the things you need to do at work or home and not present in the moment with your family, or if you feel tired from the lack of rest - this episode is for you.

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Need a step-by-step blueprint to go from feeling overwhelmed and lost, when learning about your child’s dyslexia, to clear and focused on your next steps to help your child be successful with dyslexia? Grab your FREE copy of The Dyslexia Battle Blueprint, A Beginner's Guide - - > https://dyslexiamomlife.com/resources

Are you interested in learning directly from Nicole?
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51 min
May 04, 2022 110 | Financial Literacy with GREENLIGHT
We are raising children who will lead the future. It’s our job to make sure they are educated in financial literacy. We use the GREENLIGHT app and debit card to teach our daughter about financial literacy at an early age.
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Need a step-by-step blueprint to go from feeling overwhelmed and lost, when learning about your child’s dyslexia, to clear and focused on your next steps to help your child be successful with dyslexia? Grab your FREE copy of The Dyslexia Battle Blueprint, A Beginner's Guide - - > https://dyslexiamomlife.com/resources

Are you interested in learning directly from Nicole?
Dyslexia Battle Blueprint Course (video lessons) --> https://dyslexiaparentingacademy.podia.com/dyslexia-battle-blueprint
Coaching with Nicole (sign up for a free 15 minute Coffee Chat to learn more) --> https://dyslexiamomlife.com/coaching
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15 min
May 02, 2022 109 | Feeling Overwhelmed?
When you first learn your child is dyslexic, there are so many emotions and one of the big ones is feeling overwhelmed to take action. You are left feeling that there is too much to do as quickly as possible or you are stuck trying to decide the right or wrong way to get help for your child . . . search all the options, there’s so much information on the Internet (not all accurate), you don’t know where to start, so your overwhelm ends in you not being able to make any decision to move forward. Where to begin? Listen to this episode to learn the signs of overwhelm and 3 ways to begin today taking action to ditch that overwhelm feeling.

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All things dyslexia and parenting --> www.dyslexiamomlife.com

Free Dyslexia Mom Life Podcast Community --> www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife

Need a step-by-step blueprint to go from feeling overwhelmed and lost, when learning about your child’s dyslexia, to clear and focused on your next steps to help your child be successful with dyslexia? Grab your FREE copy of The Dyslexia Battle Blueprint, A Beginner's Guide - - > https://dyslexiamomlife.com/resources

Are you interested in learning directly from Nicole?
Dyslexia Battle Blueprint Course (video lessons) --> https://dyslexiaparentingacademy.podia.com/dyslexia-battle-blueprint
Coaching with Nicole (sign up for a free 15 minute Coffee Chat to learn more) --> https://dyslexiamomlife.com/coaching
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24 min
April 27, 2022 108 | Did you ask for help today? If no, why not?
As moms, it's as if there is this unwritten rule that we have to do it all (for everyone). The more you do the better you feel, or at least think you will feel and others will know you are a good mom. Right? No. Letting others influence your days is a recipe for disaster and overwhelm. Spoiler alert: I already know you are a fantastic mom!

But, in reality, we decide how to spend our days, what makes us happy, and who/what we let into our day-to-day lives. When you don't choose how to spend your time, the result is feeling stressed, tired, and left feeling unproductive at the end of the day. What if there was another way? A way to get it done (or not) and feel happy and accomplished at the end of your day.

In this episode, you will learn the 3 ways to conquer your overwhelm and become calmer to enjoy your life to its fullest. Doesn't that sound great?

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All things dyslexia and parenting --> www.dyslexiamomlife.com

Free Dyslexia Mom Life Podcast Community --> www.facebook.com/groups/dyslexiamomlife

Need a step-by-step blueprint to go from feeling overwhelmed and lost, when learning about your child’s dyslexia, to clear and focused on your next steps to help your child be successful with dyslexia? Grab your FREE copy of The Dyslexia Battle Blueprint, A Beginner's Guide - - > https://dyslexiamomlife.com/resources

Are you interested in learning directly from Nicole?
Dyslexia Battle Blueprint Course (video lessons) --> https://dyslexiaparentingacademy.podia.com/dyslexia-battle-blueprint
Coaching with Nicole (sign up for a free 15 minute Coffee Chat to learn more) --> https://dyslexiamomlife.com/coaching
Support the show
23 min

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

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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.