When Joelle Lahlouh became a mother, nothing prepared her for what was to come. In this moving episode, Joelle opens up about raising her son Mounir, who was later diagnosed with a rare genetic condition and autism. She shares the emotional journey of unlearning everything she thought motherhood would be, navigating uncertainty, and hitting rock bottom — bef ... Show More
Jan 2026
What If You Stopped Saying “Stop” to Behaviors? (And What to Do Instead)
What if the word “stop” is doing more harm than good? As caregivers, siblings, and parents of neurodivergent and disabled children, we often ask behaviors to stop, not out of frustration or lack of love, but because we want our loved ones to be accepted, included, and safe in the ... Show More
15m 57s
Jan 2026
Believe They Understand: How Expanding Expectations Builds Stronger Brains
Does my autistic or neurodivergent child understand what I’m saying? This is a question so many parents carry quietly, and one I’ve asked myself countless times, as a sister, mother and neurotherapist. In this episode, I share why believing that our children understand, truly und ... Show More
15m 40s
Jul 2025
The Epilogue: A Season of Growth
After 28 episodes, I’m closing this season with a quiet reflection on the voices that shaped this past year: parents, siblings, therapists, educators, and experts. And the ones I hope to hear more from in the next. You’ll hear moments from the most personal interviews, people who ... Show More
8m 42s
Oct 2024
Parenting A Child Through Mental Health Struggles With Kristina Kuzmic
I am joined with the beautifully authentic and encouraging Kristina Kuzmic. Kristina shares her own journey of parenting Luca, her son who was struggling with depression, anxiety and even thoughts of suicide.The conversation highlights the importance of curiousity, connection, em ... Show More
42m 56s
Jul 2023
S03E07 - Parenthood - Nokhez
Parenthood is a journey filled with immense joy, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges and stress. In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the often-underlooked stress of parenthood, focusing on the crucial topics of parenting, mental health, and finding ba ... Show More
49m 50s
Apr 2023
Having A Daughter Set Me Free
<p><span>Today, Kelli shares her journey of wanting more from life, getting honest with herself, and rethinking her priorities. She talks about how having a daughter set her free, triggering her to explore who she could be if she stopped doubting herself. As a mother, wife, and f ... Show More
32m 56s
Jun 2024
#150 Navigating Motherhood and Career: A Candid Conversation with Arshia Moorjani
In this heartfelt episode, Arshia and I delve into the unspoken challenges of motherhood, career transitions, and personal growth. From postpartum anxiety and body image struggles to navigating the beauty industry as a woman of colour, Arshia shares her remarkable journey with ho ... Show More
1h 1m
<p>Jodie Meschuk is the Founder of The Right to Rule, The Warrior Center and the author of <em>Reclaim Motherhood</em> and <em>Autism Reimagined</em>. In this conversation with Jodie we discuss:</p><ul><li>The circumstances that led to her child's autism diagnosis</li><li>Th ... Show More
