When Autumn Comes: Seasons of Hope for Medical + Disability Moms

Canada vs. America, who says it right? You guys decide, today, at 4 AM.

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Motherhood changes you who you are to your core. You were once yourself, and now you are "mom," with different priorities and goals, a new name, and different responsibilities. Trauma, and medical motherhood is an entirely different ball of wax. The old you is buried underneath layers and layers of hospitalizations, stress, and management of medical issues. How do you carve yourself back out once all of that is piled on top?

Today, the girls sit down with Margie. Margie graciously shares her story of how she became a medical mother and lost herself at the same time. She goes on to share the ways in which she is beginning to find parts of herself again, after the trauma.

"Where's home right now?" Suz

Here's what you don't want to miss:

• Margie
• Pre-kids
• Guilt
• Finding yourself
• Advice

How have you found yourself again after motherhood? Let us know in the When Autumn Comes Society or send us a DM on Instagram! We'd love to hear from you! While you're at it, consider supporting the podcast .

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The girls sit down with their new friend Margie and chat pets. Join us to hear about the pets' quirks.

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• Follow Suz: @suzgeoghegan
• Follow Katrina: @kattymac
• Join the conversation: www.facebook.com/WhenAutumnComesSociety
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Some things you just can't say…or maybe you can. Maybe its better to air it out, in therapy with a trained professional would be ideal. But…of course sitting down with your medical mom bestie to share is ok too.

Today, the girls chat about the things people tend to keep quiet. The times we don't explain to people why their comments rub us the wrong way…They chat about perspective gained with lived experiences and how medical motherhood looks different when your priorities change.

"I have to prove my mom gut sometimes." Suz

Here's what you don't want to miss:

• Second guessing
• After the crisis
• Feeling better?
• Hell on Earth?
• Perspective

Have you ever trauma dumped on a stranger? Let us know in the When Autumn Comes Society or send us a DM on Instagram! We'd love to hear from you! While you're at it, consider supporting the podcast .

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We know you want to hear what this episode is about. Susan has big plans coming up and Katrina is rocking out the interwebs…Join us!

Links and resources:

• Follow Suz: @suzgeoghegan
• Follow Katrina: @kattymac
• Join the conversation: www.facebook.com/WhenAutumnComesSociety
• Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/WhenAutumnComesPodcast
• Follow us on Instagram: @WhenAutumnComesPodcast

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Today, the ladies sit down with their new friend, Canadian Susan. Her name isn't really "Canadian Susan," but it helps with clarity when the Susan's sit. You guys know American Susan, now welcome our new friend! Also Susan.

Susan from the north shares with us her story of losing one child and raising another, with disabilities, into adulthood. What does life look like when you have to pursue guardianship because your child is now 18? What does life look like when your dependent child is now in an adult body? Join us!

"You get in a groove, it just becomes normal" -Canadian Susan

Here's what you don't want to miss:

• About Susan
• Ava
• Vulnerability
• Who to ask
• Growing and Adapting

How can you relate to what Susan is sharing? Let us know in the When Autumn Comes Society or send us a DM on Instagram! We'd love to hear from you! While you're at it, consider supporting the podcast .

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Buckle up, friends, as we chat with not one, but two Susans. This show is always international, but today we have two Canadians representing. Enjoy!

Links and resources:

• Follow Suz: @suzgeoghegan
• Follow Katrina: @kattymac
• Join the conversation: www.facebook.com/WhenAutumnComesSociety
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• Follow us on Instagram: @WhenAutumnComesPodcast

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So many of us have people in our lives who love us. For that, we are so very grateful. In the chaos and chronicity of medical motherhood, how do we tap into that resource? Once we have moved beyond the infant stage, or the initial diagnosis, meal deliveries dry up. But just because the meal deliveries slow down or stop, doesn't mean our loved ones don't want to help. Sometimes, they just don't know how. In the thick of things with daily life or hospital life, thinking through what we need is just another challenge.

Today, the girls sit down and make lists of seven things…When someone reaches out with an offer to help; but you don't know what you need help with, this is your go-to. Prepare yourself with a list of seven ways in which help would be, well, helpful in your life. The next time someone offers to help, or you find it in yourself to ask, you will be prepared with specific examples. Join us!

"People are really good to jump in when poop hits the fan." -Suz

Here's what you don't want to miss:

• Hating to Ask
• Chronic
• Say this/not that
• 7 things
• Take the picture

What would you add to your list of seven things?? Let us know in the When Autumn Comes Society or send us a DM on Instagram! We'd love to hear from you! While you're at it, consider supporting the podcast .

When Autumn Comes:

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WAC Facebook Page

WAC Society Facebook Page

WAC is a program of the Apricity Hope Project

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If you missed our last 4 AM, you might want to listen to that first…Tune in for the follow up on Katrina's little furry friend.

Links and resources:

• Follow Suz: @suzgeoghegan
• Follow Katrina: @kattymac
• Join the conversation: www.facebook.com/WhenAutumnComesSociety
• Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/WhenAutumnComesPodcast
• Follow us on Instagram: @WhenAutumnComesPodcast

Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on our upcoming stories of medical and special needs parenting from families like yours.

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We have all heard the oxygen mask analogy…remember to put yours on before you try to help other people. Why is it that in motherhood, especially medical motherhood, we have such a hard time doing just that?

Today, the girls talk about mental health, specifically anxiety. They discuss Katrina's journey with deciding to start medication. They chat about how often, asking for help feels like failing. Ultimately, they discuss the importance of re-focusing on what is important…making sure you are your best self for you and your family.

"You can learn to swim, but right now you need a floatie." -Katrina

Here's what you don't want to miss:

• Family History
• Medication
• Failure
• Judging ourselves
• Re-focus

How are you taking care of your own needs today? Let us know in the When Autumn Comes Society or send us a DM on Instagram! We'd love to hear from you! While you're at it, consider supporting the podcast .

When Autumn Comes:

WAC Instagram

WAC Facebook Page

WAC Society Facebook Page

WAC is a program of the Apricity Hope Project

Apply for a Caregiver Package