by The Lucky Few Podcast
Hey friends! Welcome to the Lucky Few Podcast where we are shifting the narrative by shouting the worth of people with Down syndrome. With your hosts, Heather Avis, Micha Boyett, and Mercedes Lara.
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April 15, 2025
<p>How many nights per week would you say your child (with or without a diagnosis) sleeps well? We asked our audience and discovered that sleep is a struggle for a LOT of us! So if you’re feeling like you’ve already tried all the online hacks but your child still wakes you up at the same time each night, this episode might have a new tip for you! Here’s what we’re covering today: </p><ul><li><p>What’s the biggest sleep challenge for our kids with Down syndrome? And our kids with a dual diagnosis of DS and autism?</p></li><li><p>Micha’s sleep journey with her son Ace... Does a gluten-free, dairy-free, additive-free diet actually work? What medications have or have not been effective? What is a sensory diet and does it really help? How has an ADHD diagnosis affected Ace and his sleep? </p></li><li><p>Audience input! We’ve crowdsourced the best tips from all of you! Learn how other parents have changed their children's rooms and bedtime routines to promote better sleep.</p></li></ul><p>But before we dive into sleep, we’re chatting briefly about the change from Autism Awareness Month to Autism Acceptance Month + the importance of centering Autistic voices in this conversation. For now, wherever you’re at in your sleep journey, we hope this episode helps! You’re not alone out there! </p><p>--</p><p><strong>SHOW NOTES</strong></p><ul><li><p>SHOUT OUT: Follow Nicole Adler (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/nicole_for_love/" target="_blank">@nicole_for_love</a>), a speaker and advocate for the disability and LGBTQ communities. </p><p><br></p></li></ul><p><strong>SPONSORS</strong></p><ul><li><p>Learn more about <a href="https://jacksbasket.org" target="_blank">Jack’s Basket</a>.</p></li><li><p>Learn more about <a href="https://enablesnp.com?srsltid=AfmBOoo5afmgmmrHV9V7vdjkvv9JwtrPGRt3Z3x3NCC3HKc6QORcYbiu" target="_blank">Enable Special Needs Planning</a>. </p><p><br></p></li></ul><p><strong>JOIN THE LUCKY CREW</strong></p><p>Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $4.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Enjoy bonus episodes where we dive deeper into the most controversial issues, shop discounts, and more! <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support">Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today! </a></p>
April 8, 2025
<p>When we saw this headline, “CRISPR Snips Away Extra Chromosomes, Offering New Hope for Down Syndrome Treatment,” we knew we had to discuss this article together. So that’s what we’re doing today. Here’s what we’re covering in this episode:</p><ul><li><p>The ethics of gene editing - What about other conditions with serious life-threatening effects? </p></li><li><p>Why do some people assume that we need to “cure” Down syndrome? </p></li><li><p>What would we do to alleviate some of the medical challenges in the DS community? </p></li><li><p>The problem with not including disabled people in this conversation</p></li></ul><p>We are really digging deep today! And we invite you to read the article (<a href="https://scitechdaily.com/crispr-snips-away-extra-chromosomes-offering-new-hope-for-down-syndrome-treatment/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">linked here</a>) and join us for this important conversation.</p><p>--</p><p><strong>SHOW NOTES</strong></p><li><p>Read <a href="https://scitechdaily.com/crispr-snips-away-extra-chromosomes-offering-new-hope-for-down-syndrome-treatment/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">CRISPR Snips Away Extra Chromosomes, Offering New Hope for Down Syndrome Treatment</a></p></li><li><p>Keep this convo going with these past episodes: <a href="https://www.theluckyfewpodcast.com/episodes/161-abortionanddisability" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">161. Let’s Talk About Abortion & Disability</a>; <a href="https://www.theluckyfewpodcast.com/episodes/117-justinhawkins" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">117. Dignity Beyond Accomplishment</a>; <a href="https://www.theluckyfewpodcast.com/episodes/ep99-lastchildrends" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">99. The Last Children of Down Syndrome</a></p><p>SHOUT OUT: Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amyjuliabecker/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@amyjuliabecker</a> for thoughtful discussions on hard topics in the DS community. </p></li><li><p><br /></p><p><strong>SPONSORS</strong></p><ul><li><p>Learn more about <a href="https://jacksbasket.org" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Jack’s Basket</a>.</p></li><li><p>Learn more about <a href="https://enablesnp.com?srsltid=AfmBOoo5afmgmmrHV9V7vdjkvv9JwtrPGRt3Z3x3NCC3HKc6QORcYbiu" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Enable Special Needs Planning</a>. </p><p><br /></p></li></ul><p><strong>JOIN THE LUCKY CREW</strong></p><p>Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $4.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Enjoy bonus episodes where we dive deeper into the most controversial issues, shop discounts, and more! <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today! </a></p><p><br /></p></li>
April 1, 2025
<p>Raise your hand if the thought (or maybe even the memory) of potty training gives you anxiety! This parenting milestone sure brings up a lot of feelings, especially for those of us in the disability community. Here’s what we’re chatting about today:</p><ul><li><p>Micha’s potty training journey (including some behind-the-scenes voice notes and training tips!)</p></li><li><p>The impact of a dual diagnosis (Down syndrome and autism) on potty training</p></li><li><p>Dealing with internalized ableism</p></li><li><p>PLUS: WHY do we actually want certain things for our child? Is it for their safety or for societal expectations? </p></li></ul><p>And also, happy Autism Acceptance Month! Lets celebrate that and remember: learning new things can take a long time. And that’s okay.</p><p>--</p><p><br></p><p><strong>SHOW NOTES</strong></p><ul><li><p>Visit <a href="https://successfulpottytraining.net" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">successfulpottytraining.net</a> to learn more about Ashley Hickey and her potty training methods</p></li><li><p>Listen to ep <a href="https://www.theluckyfewpodcast.com/episodes/micha-dualdiagnosis" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">62. Micha & Ace’s Dual Diagnosis Journey</a></p></li><li><p>SHOUT OUT: Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/learnplaythrive" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@learnplaythrive</a> on instagram for neurodiversity affirming therapy strategies!</p><p><br></p></li></ul><p><strong>SPONSORS</strong></p><ul><li><ul><li>Learn more about <a href="https://jacksbasket.org" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Jack’s Basket</a>.</li></ul><ul><li>Learn more about <a href="https://enablesnp.com?srsltid=AfmBOoo5afmgmmrHV9V7vdjkvv9JwtrPGRt3Z3x3NCC3HKc6QORcYbiu" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Enable Special Needs Planning</a>. </li></ul><p><br></p></li><li><p><strong>JOIN THE LUCKY CREW</strong></p><p>Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $4.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Enjoy bonus episodes where we dive deeper into the most controversial issues, shop discounts, and more! <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today! </a></p></li></ul>
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