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Being a carer for a young adult with profound disabilities is tough - but it's not our children that make it hard - they're a blessing. It's the system that puts carers under constant pressure.

In this episode Melissa and Jane share their greatest frustrations and discuss the many difficulties families face when they're caring for a child with disabilities.

This episode is a tongue-in-cheek glimpse at the worries caused by the seemingly never-ending bureaucracy that weighs them down. 

As always, Melissa and Jane manage to look on the bright side as they rage against the machine.

Whether you're a carer or not, you can't fail to be touched by this insightful episode of Let's Take Care.

Plus...the two mums reveal details of a very special guest who's lined up for the next episode.

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What do you do when friends and family offer unhelpful advice when you're the parent of a child with a disabilities?

How can you protect your marriage or partnership from the strain of overwhelming tiredness and never-ending responsibilities when you are caring for your child twenty-four hours a day?

These are some of the questions Jane and Melissa address in this episode of Let's Take Care - the podcast that supports carers of disabled children.

Listen in on their heartfelt conversation as the two mums talk about their experiences and offer insights for others in similar situations.

There's also a advice for listeners without disabled children, on how best to help.

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Why a simple “How are you?” can feel impossible to answer when you're the parent of a child with disabilities. 

Jane and Melissa unpack the weight carers carry — the mental, emotional, and physical toll — and why society rarely sees or acknowledges it.

Feel seen and supported in this thought-provoking episode with tips on how to handle the invisible load.

Whether you’re a carer yourself or want to better understand the experience, this conversation will help you feel seen, supported, and less alone.

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Unexpectedly giving birth to a baby with disabilities can change the course of your life.

In this episode Jane and  Melissa share their birth stories and talk us through the challenges they faced when their babies were born with complications.

We hear about the mental, physical and psychological toll of raising children with profound disabilities.

Jane and Melissa offer advice for other parents following in their footsteps, such as how to find your tribe, how to get  the help you need and how to stay positive against the odds.

Above all, the two mums offer a message of hope and show how joy can be found in living with and loving children with disabilities.

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