Emily O'Laughlin started Doing Great Clothing Co when she saw her son Nathan beginning a new chapter: post-high school and ready to work. She noticed that jobs that fit his abilities were few and far between. So she decided to create the solution, even though Emily and her husband both have full-time jobs.

The mission of Doing Great Clothing Co says, "We're passionate about our chance to make concrete changes in the world of special needs. Our mission is to pave the way for those with disabilities to reach those crucial developmental milestones and score meaningful employment."

If you are in the early days of a diagnosis with your child, or want to be a better ally and support to those you know with disabilities, or anywhere in between -- listen to this episode! Emily shares some tough experiences and challenges that have helped her and her family get to the point they are at today.

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2:05 How Doing Great Clothing Co was born

5:35 Emily's experience raising a child with special needs

7:30 Learning empathy

10:15 A poignant experience in Emily's early motherhood

14:00 Education experiences with Nathan

17:30 You are the CEO of your family

19:55 Concentrate on the joy of your child