We woke up one day and realized… we’re more than 20 years deep into this wild, beautiful ride.
We’ve laughed, cried, struggled, grown, and collected a whole lot of hard-earned wisdom and real-life inspiration along the way.
Inspired by the incredible families we’ve met around the world walking a similar path, we’re launching a brand-new podcast built for real talk, real life, and real hope.
No fluff.
No perfect filters.
No scripts.
Just honest conversations, practical encouragement, and stories that remind you: you’re not alone, and the path you never expected can become more meaningful than you ever imagined.
The Bacons discuss the challenges of taking their special needs child to the dentist, sharing personal experiences and insights on how to navigate these situations effectively. They emphasize the importance of understanding sensory issues, communication barriers, and the emotional toll on both the child and parents during dental visits.
Takeaways
Navigating dental visits is challenging
Communication and preparation are key
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: A Beachside Conversation
01:00 The Struggles of Dental Visits
02:53 Understanding Sensory Issues
07:10 The Role of Professionals
08:57 Establishing Positive Experiences
11:48 The Impact of Anesthesia
14:50 The Emotional Toll on Parents
18:11 Finding Success with New Dentists
21:13 The Importance of Advocacy
24:01 Tips for Preparing for Dental Visits
27:45 Conclusion: Shared Experiences and Support
27 Sept 2026
Spelling to Communicate Update
The Bacons provide an update on their experience with spelling to communicate, sharing their journey, insights, and observations from a recent conference. They discuss the impact of the conference on their son, the challenges and successes of the communication process, and the positive changes they have observed.
Takeaways
Spelling to communicate has had a profound impact on the Bacons' son, providing him with a means of expression and connection.
The Bacons emphasize the importance of practice, co-regulation, and positive reinforcement in the communication process.
Chapters
00:00 Positive Impact and Motivation
16 Sept 2026
Meltdowns Over Food
The Bacons discuss the challenges they face with their son's meltdowns over food, the impact of evening meal routines, the difficulty in learning lessons organically, the impact of routines on their lives, and the importance of offering alternatives to their son.
Takeaways
Meltdowns over food
Challenges with routine and habits
Communication and decision-making challenges
Chapters
00:00 Meltdowns Over Food
04:35 The Evening Meal Routine
15:56 Learning Lessons Organically
25:52 The Impact of Routines
29:01 Offering Alternatives
Reach and audience
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
3 ratings
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