This video is a resource for anyone who might be considering a trach for their child or who might want a video to show caregivers or family who may be learning to care for someone with a trach.

Links mentioned: Surgilube
https://tinyurl.com/wctyvhau
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In this video, we talk about why and how we give our son pill and capsule medication through a feeding tube.

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In this video, my friend Kelly and I talk about seizures and seizure meds, dystonia, CBD, and navigating physical therapy in a COVID world.

Links mentioned:
Organic CBD
(NOTE: This is the only USDA organic CBD sold in the country and is only sold through advocates; I am advocate and make a small commission on sales): 
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https://lauramcgrath.greencompassglobal.com/product/500MGBSNAT

The reasons I give this particular CBD to my son:
1) It's organic and grown on a farm in North Carolina.
) All CBD is derived from hemp from the same mother plant so every hemp batch is genetically identical and produces consistent CBD oil.
3) The CBD extraction process is done using Swiss CO2 extraction versus chemical extraction, which is more expensive but less toxic.
4) This company handles everything from the growing of the plants to the bottling of the CBD oil- I'm a huge fan of their quality control.

Another CBD I like (but it's not organic and does not have all of the same features as the CBD above) https://buybluebird.com/products/hemp-complete

Note: CBD can interfere with the efficacy of other meds due to its effect on the liver (cytochrome p450 inhibitor) so we always give CBD at least an hour away from other meds (before or after).

For pain, prescription only: Diclofenac Potassium (note: Diclofenac Sodium is NOT the same and is not as effective in our experience) https://www.goodrx.com/diclofenac-potassium/what-is

None of the content in this video or the links provided is meant to be considered medical advice. Please discuss any changes to your child's care with their physician.

In this episode we talk again to Holly Peele, Director of Northstar Career Academy, about how parents and friends of special needs people can create more opportunities for them in the workplace.

Links mentioned: https://www.virginiaability.org/

The research document is here: https://www.accenture.com/_acnmedia/PDF-89/Accenture-Disability-Inclusion-Research-Report.pdf

https://northstaracademy.net/career-academy-overview/

In this video we discuss how to approach adult transition planning with expert Holly Peele, Director of Northstar Career Academy.
Links mentioned in this video:
Virginia Ability- website and resource page:
https://www.virginiaability.org/
https://www.virginiaability.org/virginia-disability-employment-resourcesemployment-resources/
Critical Decision Points:
https://www.imdetermined.org/resource/critical-decision-points/
 Northstar Career Academy resources:
https://northstaracademy.net/career-academy-overview/

An interview with Dr. Aaron Hartman about how functional medicine can help with gut, brain and immune health in your special needs child.

Links mentioned in the video:

Acacia Senegal Fiber Powder (dissolving) (GUT)
https://www.amazon.com/Anthonys-Organic-Senegal-Non-GMO-Soluble/dp/B07GT9VSYR/ref=sxts_sxwds-bia-wc-rsf-lq2a1_0?cv_ct_cx=acacia+senegal&dchild=1&keywords=acacia+senegal&pd_rd_i=B07GT9VSYR&pd_rd_r=777bfa18-3df1-4190-bec1-a0aac9b793da&pd_rd_w=S31RN&pd_rd_wg=dc6dW&pf_rd_p=6b8835ed-96d6-4089-a8ed-3370ca81c53d&pf_rd_r=X58D07JXN89NG3TKM4X1&psc=1&qid=1625431592&sr=1-1-18e0f783-7b71-42f0-a291-5a15b3cb969e
 
Spore-based probiotics (GUT)
https://www.purelyintegrative.com/products/ortho-spore-ig
 
https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Mercola-Complete-Restore-Capsules/dp/B076VM8ZPP/ref=sr_1_9?crid=RIGQIW3W30BC&dchild=1&keywords=spore+probiotic&qid=1625431723&sprefix=spore+pri%2Chpc%2C134&sr=8-9
 
Chewable Probiotics (GUT)
https://www.amazon.com/Klaire-Labs-Ther-Biotic-Childrens-Probiotic/dp/B004XWEJLC/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=therbiotic+klaire+labs&qid=1625431796&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFTVEFQSjVYQkpaSkcmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA2Njg0NzcxTUo5ODdTVFQ3V0lFJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA0MjIxNTkySjJCVU9OOVhKM0UzJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
 
Chewable Quercetin/Zinc (BRAIN and IMMUNE)
https://creeksidenaturals.com/product/snifflex/
 
Chewable curcurmin (BRAIN)
https://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Naturals-Curcumin-Gummies-Gelatin-Free/dp/B07B4P5N3J/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=children+curcumin&qid=1625432312&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&smid=AD4JTYB7A7HOQ&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyNFhQOUw1RUxURVUzJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzcwMTYxNFMxR0VVUEFHRkZWJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAwMDQ1MjEyUVgwOFRBSkI4NzhBJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
 
EPA/DHA liquid (BRAIN AND GUT)
https://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Naturals-Childrens-Cognitive-Development/dp/B002WTCLGI/ref=sr_1_5?crid=XPXDNXQCCGCD&dchild=1&keywords=kids+epa+dha&qid=1625432439&sprefix=kids+epa%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-5
 
EPA/DHA gummies (BRAIN AND GUT)
https://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Naturals-Childrens-DHA-Gummies/dp/B07WMZTX28/ref=sr_1_6?crid=XPXDNXQCCGCD&dchild=1&keywords=kids+epa+dha&qid=1625432474&sprefix=kids+epa%2Caps%2C140&sr=8-6
 

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Links mentioned in this video:

Website:
https://janecopiercoaching.com/

Blog:
https://janecopiercoaching.com/elementor-722/
 
Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/LDSChristianMarriageCoach/
 
Tons of free videos!
https://www.facebook.com/pg/LDSChristianMarriageCoach/videos/

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If your child is hospitalized frequently, or even not-so-frequently, having a hospital bag ready to go can really cut down on the stress of hospitalizations.  In this video, we review our number one tip for having what you need pre-packed for those stressful times.

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Links mentioned in the video:

Ikea Bags:
https://tinyurl.com/jmyydn2f
 
Over the door organizer
https://tinyurl.com/jsv93km7
 
Command hooks
https://tinyurl.com/pa7z5u8r
 

In this video we discuss our experience with installing a home elevator.
We review:
-Cost
-How to pay for an elevator
-Which elevator company to use
-What an elevator looks like
-What the installation process is like (time, steps, etc.)

Links mentioned:
https://residentialelevators.com/

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Today we talk about awesome shoes for special needs kids and the inspiring founder of the company that makes them.
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Links mentioned in this video:
https://billyfootwear.com/​

Other retailers:
https://www.zappos.com/e/adaptive/billyfootwear
https://www.amazon.com/billy-shoes/s?k=billy+shoes