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April 20, 2022

T21Mom - Episode 74 : Katie Rinald Returns

Mary has a conversation with Toilet Learning Specialist Dr. Katie Rinald. Blackbird Toileting Website Chummie Bed Wetting Alarm https://toilettraining.thinkific.com/courses/poop-training-101 Poop Training 101 Toilet Training for Everyone Katie's Inst...

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April 8, 2022

T21Mom - Episode 73 : Falon Griffin

Mary talks with Rockin Mom Falon Griffin about the adventure of delivering her daughter at a Chick-Fil-A restaurant.

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March 23, 2022

T21Mom - Episode 72 : Dr Gretchen Good

Mary talks with Dr Gretchen Good about her life in New Zealand, and who has two adopted children with Down syndrome.

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March 9, 2022

T21Mom - Episode 71 : Megan Libassi

Mary talks with Megan Libassi about her birth diagnosis while working overseas, and about her fitness and wellness program designed for Special Needs Moms. https://oxygenfitcoach.click/stayhealthy

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Feb. 21, 2022

T21Mom - Episode 70 : Start Of Series 4 - A Catch Up and A Look Ahead

In the Series 4 opener Mary and Ron catch up on what's happened over the show's hiatus, and where the new series might go.

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Dec. 21, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 69 : The 2021 Christmas Show

Mary and Ron have a chat about how Christmas 2021 is shaping up for them and how they're looking forward to the New Year.

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Nov. 24, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 68 : It‘s A Wrap For Series 3!

In this last episode of Series 3, Mary and Ron talk about the guests and topics that stood out to each of them through the year, and a brief look ahead to Series 4 starting in late January of 2022.

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Nov. 10, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 67 : Miranda Klinger & 21 Treats

Mary has a kindred conversation with fellow cookie baker and T21Mom Miranda Klinger. The conversation wanders from baking and work spaces, to the hopes of developing real world skills for their respective daughters.   Instagram @21treatsyqr 21 Treats...

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Oct. 20, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 66 : Josh Derrick

Mary has a conversation with Down syndrome community activist Josh Derrick about the multitude of ways he contributes to the community. Josh Derrick Facebook

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Oct. 6, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 65 : Jolene Philo & The 5 Love Languages

Mary has an illuminating conversation with Jolene Philo, co-author of "Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The 5 Love Languages for Parents Raising Children with Disabilities". Different Dream Living Jolene Philo's Blog Book - Sharing ...

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Sept. 23, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 64 : Inclusion with Sara Jo Soldvieri

Mary chats with Inclusion Specialist Sara Jo Soldvieri about how to talk about inclusion, what it is, and what it looks like. Sara Jo on Facebook

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Sept. 11, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 63 : Let Rosie Ride - Amanda Caffrey

Mary talks with T21Mom Amanda Caffrey, mother of Rosie, about her New Jersey school district's refusal to let Rosie ride the school bus with her brother and care aide. Link to Public Facebook Group "Let Rosie Ride"

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Aug. 26, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 62 : Stephanie Mullowney - Paper Dolls Photography

Mary talks with Nashville based photographer Stephanie Mullowney who specializes in portraits of children with Down syndrome. Stephanie is also a single mother of a 7 year old daughter with Down syndrome. Paper Dolls Photography Website

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Aug. 14, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 61 : Lindsey Strickland of Worth The Conversation

Mary talks with Lindsey Strickland, founder of "Worth The Conversation" about sexual abuse in the Down syndrome community. They discuss tips on prevention, how to talk with your kids about it, and recognizing the signs of abuse.   Worth The Conversat...

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July 28, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 60 : Dr. Brian Skotko and DSC2U

Mary talks with Dr. Brian Skotko, founder of the Down Syndrome Clinic To You (DSC2U). DSC2U is a groundbreaking web portal for information and consultations on Down Syndrome. DSC2U Website

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July 16, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 59 : Breastfeeding with Julia's Way

Mary talks with Ella Cullen, author of "Breastfeeding and Down Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide for Mothers and Medical Professionals", and founder of Julia's Way a resource group for mother's of children with Down syndrome who are having difficulty b...

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June 30, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 58 : Lauren Costabile & Hearts of Joy International

Mary interviews Lauren Costabile. Lauren is the founder of Hearts Of Joy International, an organization that arranges heart surgeries for children with Down syndrome in less developed countries. Hearts Of Joy International

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June 16, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 57 : Reilly Cate & The Trium Tribe

Mary has a conversation with inspirational16 year old Reilly Cate who runs a non-profit that delivers gift baskets to families who have adopted children with Down syndrome The Trium Tribe

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June 2, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 56 : Katie Rinald Returns With Toilet Training Tips …

Mary welcomes back Behaviour Analyst Katie Rinald for a conversation about toilet training techniques for older kids. Blackbird Special Education Website Katie can be reached at katie@blackbirdse.com

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May 19, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 55 : Andrea Lee On Sexual Health & Development

** Special Warning**  This program involves a very frank discussion of human biology, puberty, and sexual development. Personal discretion is advised. Mary has a very frank discussion with Andrea Lee of the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation about spe...

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May 6, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 54 : The Fall Of Mary And How You All Picked Her Up

Ron and Mary talk about her recent fall that broke her foot, displaced her fibula and badly sprained the other foot. And about the "Mom Community" that came together to help her in a time of need.

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April 21, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 53 : Starr Muranko

Mary talks creativity and much more with dancer, choreographer, T21 Mom, and cancer survivor Starr Muranko.  Raven Spirit Dance - Chapter 21 Chapter 21 - The Documentary Firehall Arts Centre - Chapter 21 Tickets

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April 8, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 52 : The Special Olympics

Mary chats with Scott Howe, Health Stakeholder Engagement Consultant for Special Olympics BC, and Susan Wang who is a Special Olympian and a Bronze Medal Winner at the 2017 Special Olympics held in Austria. Special Olympics British Columbia Special O...

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March 18, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 51 : World Down Syndrome Day 2021

Mary and Ron talk about this year's World Down Syndrome Day, the video love letter Mary has made for Ainsley, and where to find it on our new YouTube Channel - T21Mom Podcast. For Ainsley - World Down Syndrome Day 2021 on YouTube

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