No One Told Us

Episode 94: Parenting a Child with Disabilities with Casey Mouton

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Episode 94: Parenting a Child with Disabilities with Casey Mouton

In this episode, Rachael sits down with therapist and mom Casey Mouton to talk about the emotional and complex journey of parenting a child with disabilities. Casey opens up about her son’s diagnosis after a stroke at 10 months old, how it impacted her family, and the ways her personal experience shaped her work in maternal mental health. This conversation is a deeply honest look at what it means to face uncertainty, advocate fiercely, and still find moments of joy along the way.

Inside this episode:

  • How Casey’s postpartum experience shifted her career to focus on maternal mental health
  • The story of her son’s stroke and diagnosis with cerebral palsy
  • What grief looks like when you're parenting through it
  • How parenting a child with disabilities can strain relationships and what helps
  • The healing power of support groups and community
  • Tips for advocating in school settings and building inclusive environments
  • Why finding joy amidst challenges isn’t just possible…it’s necessary
  • Empowering kids to understand their potential and build confidence
  • The importance of empathy and understanding from the outside world
  • And so much more!

    • Mentioned in this episode:

    • Mavida Health: Collaborative care for maternal mental health
    • Follow Casey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mavidahealth/?hl=en 


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