The Parenting Cipher

On this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Leanne Sherred and Genie discuss the importance of addressing speech and language concerns in children. Limited resources in schools may lead to some concerns not qualifying for services, but parents can seek evaluation and care outside of school through resources like Expressable. Trusting your parent gut and advocating for your child's progress is crucial. Tune in for more insights on speech and language development. Don't forget to be your child's voice and check out available resources!

About our guest:

Leanne Sherred, M.S., CCC-SLP, is the Co-Founder, President, and Chief Clinical Officer of Expressable. She is a practicing clinician with a passion for helping families find accessible, comprehensive speech-language pathology (SLP) services. She has worked on school assessment teams to determine which children qualify for services, while also writing goals to help them succeed. Outside of school, Leanna works hard to ensure that families can access SLP services as needed, so that they don't have to choose between either school services or private care. Her commitment to helping families get the care they need is unwavering.

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Leanne Sherred

Website: Expressable

Facebook: Expressable

Instagram: @expressablehq

Don't miss out on this informative episode of The Parenting Cipher, and be sure to check out their website www.expressable.com for more resources, blog information, and to schedule a free consultation!

🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!

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In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, the importance of self-care and recognizing the signs of burnout and depression are discussed. Cassandre shares their personal experiences with burnout and how they learned to prioritize their own well-being. The discussion also touches on the cultural pressure to constantly push through and not take breaks, and the importance of having a supportive community around us. Tune in for advice on managing burnout and modeling self-care for our children. Don't forget to take care of yourself!

About our guest:

Cassandre Dunbar is the host of the Be Well, Sis Podcast. She is a mother, wife, and podcast host who is actively working on recognizing her humanity. After going through a traumatic birth experience with her son, Cassandra suffered from burnout and depression, leading her to seek help from a therapist. With her therapist's help, Cassandra was able to identify her burnout and implement self-care practices to help her cope. Cassandra is now committed to helping other women recognize their humanness and prioritize self-care.

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Cassandre Dunbar

Website: Be Well, Sis

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In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins shares her experience with schools keeping a log of her son's behavior and using it against her in IEP meetings. She talks about how schools use this tactic to avoid being questioned and provides tips on how to empower yourself and protect your child. Tune in to learn how to handle such situations and advocate for your child effectively.

Genie Dawkins

Host of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is a single mother of four and has over 25 years of being a parent advocate of special needs children. In addition to obtaining her Certification in Integrative Health Coaching, Lateefa holds an M.S. in Nonprofit Management and a B.S. in Social Sciences. Genie is the best-selling author of two books “Not My Child: Navigating Your Child’s Learning Difficulties with IEP’s and Education Resources” and a recent release “The Joyful Family Planner”. As a Special Education & Family Lifestyle consultant, her mission is to help parents achieve a balanced life and overcome inevitable challenges both at school and home in a way that empowers parents and children.

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🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!

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In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins talks to Kim Poitevin about how to navigate interactions with social workers and IEP team members. Kim provides valuable insights on how to advocate for your child and avoid negative labeling like “non-compliant” that could limit their progress in school. Tune in to learn about the meaning of “compliance” in the world of Individual Education Plans and tips for finding the right therapist for your child. Don’t miss this episode of The Parenting Cipher.

About our Guest:

Kim Wheeler Poitevin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in childhood grief and loss. She also treats children experiencing racial disparity and discrimination in private white institutions. Kim is the owner of Amel Counseling and Consulting, a private therapy practice located and Ask Amel, a parent coaching firm in Philadelphia, Pa.

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Kim Poiteven

Website: Amel Theraphy

Facebook: Amel Counseling and Consulting

Instagram: @ameltherapy

Are you tired of not getting your child’s school to listen to your suggestions in meetings? I have a solution. Schedule a free 30 minutes session and together we will create a plan that will your child succeed in life while supporting you and the entire family. You have questions and I have answers. Let’s talk!

To hear more about cultural competency check out these episodes “ Fall: The importance of Speech Therapy In Our Kid’s World and “ Our Song: Affective Curriculums That Help Our Kids Make Progress” and to hear more about supporting our kids in white spaces check out “Save the Children: Raising Black In Kids In White Spaces”

🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!

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In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Kim Wheeler Poitevin, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in childhood grief and loss, shares her insights on supporting black and transracial youth and their families in managing grief, loss, and racial trauma. She also discusses how to identify microaggressions and racial trauma, boost your child's self-esteem, and get your child's school to listen to your suggestions. Additionally, Kim provides tips on how race and culture can affect your child's assessment results and ways to support your child in returning to school in-person. Tune in to this episode for valuable advice on supporting your child's mental health and wellbeing.

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Kim Poiteven

Website: Amel Theraphy

Facebook: Amel Counseling and Consulting

Instagram: @ameltherapy

Are you tired of not getting your child’s school to listen to your suggestions in meetings? I have a solution. Schedule a free 30 minutes session and together we will create a plan that will your child succeed in life while supporting you and the entire family. You have questions and I have answers. Let’s talk!

To hear more about cultural competency check out these episodes “ Fall: The importance of Speech Therapy In Our Kid’s World and “ Our Song: Affective Curriculums That Help Our Kids Make Progress” and to hear more about supporting our kids in white spaces check out “Save the Children: Raising Black In Kids In White Spaces”

🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!

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In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie shares her personal experience with health issues and how to become a better health advocate for yourself and your family. She discusses the disparities and bias in healthcare that contribute to African Americans being at a higher risk of stroke, cancer, and COVID-19. Taking care of your body and mind is crucial for overall health, and Genie provides six tips for taking charge of your health. Tune in to this episode of The Parenting Cipher to learn how to prioritize your health.

Host of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is a single mother of four and has over 25 years of being a parent advocate of special needs children. In addition to obtaining her Certification in Integrative Health Coaching, Lateefa holds an M.S. in Non-Profit Management and a B.S. in Social Sciences. Genie is the best-selling author of two books “Not My Child: Navigating Your Child’s Learning Difficulties with IEP’s and Education Resources” and a recent release “The Joyful Family Planner”. As an educational advocacy specialist, her mission is to help parents achieve a balanced life and overcome inevitable challenges both at school and home in a way that empowers parents and children.

Register for a free session with me to design a health plan that works for you. To gain more support on taking charge of your health listen to “ Buy Back The Block: How to Create a Self-Care Regimen The Works and “ Stressed Out: The Secret Of How Sleep Helps You To Be A Better Parent” when my guest and I talk about self-care and the importance of sleep.

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🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!

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Get ready! Season 3 of The Parenting Cipher kicks off in October of 2021. On each episode our host Genie, parent confidence strategist and best-selling author, will give you the tools and resources to help your child thrive in school and in life. Nominated for the “Best black family parenting Podcast” by the Black Podcasting Awards, The Parenting Cipher is for parents both new and veteran to the world of special needs who want to best support their children’s differences. Click the subscribe button to make sure you don’t miss a single episode as The Parenting Cipher moves into the space of possibilities in Season 3!

Genie Dawkins

Host of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is a single mother of four and has over 25 years of being a parent advocate of special needs children. In addition to obtaining her Certification in Integrative Health Coaching, Lateefa holds an M.S. in Non-Profit Management and a B.S. in Social Sciences. As an educational advocacy specialist, her mission is to help parents achieve a balanced life and overcome inevitable challenges both at school and home in a way that empowers parents and children.

What to Expect in Season 3:

• Genie continues to help parents become more confident in navigating their child’s disabilities so they can reach their highest potential in school and in life. 
• Episodes on children’s health, advocacy, business and mental and academic well being. 
• Conversations with other parents who have children with special needs. 
• More laughter and support from Genie and The Parenting Cipher community.

Quotes from the show:

• “Did you know that there is more for your child than what they’re being given, and you need to shortcut to that information that will empower you” –Genie Dawkins The Parenting Cipher Ep. #0 
• “I want to hear from you and get some of your thoughts, so that you can contribute to the Cipher!” –Genie Dawkins The Parenting Cipher Ep. #0

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Genie Dawkins

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Twitter: @genie49317

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🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!

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In the season finale of The Parenting Cipher, Stephanie Reed from MiJa Books talks to Genie about why representation in children's books matters. They discuss how reading diverse books can help children see themselves and others in a positive light, fostering inclusivity. Stephanie also shares how MiJa Books is making multicultural stories available to everyone. Don't miss this episode and learn how you can bring more representation to your child's reading list.

About our Guest:

Stephanie Reed and her husband founded MiJa Books last year during the COVID pandemic. What started out as a book review website quickly pivoted into a full fledged e-bookstore that showcases children’s picture books that feature children of color on the front cover and as main characters. Their mission is to find and showcase multicultural and diverse children’s books and to create a platform for indie and self-publishers to reach a greater audience.

Resources Mentioned

Cooperative Children’s Book Center

Just Ask by Sonia Sotomayor 

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Stephanie Reed

Website: MiJa Books

Facebook: MiJa Books

Instagram: @mijabooks

Youtube: MiJa Books

🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!

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Join Kendra Lendsey, host of The Yo Fly Aunty Podcast, and Genie on this episode of The Parenting Cipher, where they have a conversation that all special needs moms need to have. They talk about how parenting changes as we get older and the isolation of being a special needs parent. Kendra and Genie also discuss strategies on how to be the best advocate for your child, grades, stepping on other people’s toes, the power of writing, and much more. Listen to this episode of The Parenting Cipher and learn from their experiences.

About our Guest:

Kendra Lendsey is author, lifestylist, model, public speaker, and the host of the Top Rated The Yo Fly Aunty Podcast, which is all about aging forward, enjoying life, and embracing your midlife flyness. She believes aging is a level up and not a liability. Kendra has a 16-year-old son who is on the autism spectrum and a younger son with dysgraphia.  

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Website: Yo Fly Aunty 

Twitter: @Yo_Fly_Aunty

Facebook: Kendra Lindsay

Instagram: @yo_fly_aunty

Spotify: The Yo Fly Aunty Podcast

🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!

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In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, William Atkins IV, a high school senior, talks to Genie about his experiences with Tourette’s Syndrome. William and his mother share their journey, including diagnosis, making friends, setting goals and aspirations. Listen to this episode for tips on accepting oneself and taking exciting chances.

About our Guest:

William Atkins IV is a senior at McKinley Technology High School in Washington D.C.. He is on the varsity swim team, in a group called Men of Tech, and is a rising leader and Youth Ambassador for the National Tourette’s Association of America, where he spreads awareness about his Tourette’s Syndrome. William’s mother, Tanya Atkins, joins him. 

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William Atikins IV

Instagram: @CEOWillll

LinkedIn: William Atkins IV

🎙️ Stay connected with Genie Dawkins and The Parenting Cipher! Get expert support for special education, advocacy, and family success. Book a complimentary strategy session here, download your free guide “Top 10 Advocacy Mistakes to Avoid”, or inquire about podcast/media collaborations here. Follow on Instagram @geniedawkins and visit www.geniedawkins.com. Thanks for listening — let’s build powerful journeys together!

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