Polkadot Parent

About Polkadot Parent

Welcome to the Polkadot Parent Podcast—a weekly dose of strength and support for parents navigating life with a differently wired child. Hosted by fellow parent, Melody Hogan, each episode offers real talk, gentle validation, and practical tools. With a mix of storytelling, science, and soul, this is a space to feel seen, understood, and less alone. There’s no perfect way to parent a differently wired child—but there is community. Let’s grow stronger together, one episode at a time. Subscribe now and take a deep breath—you've found your people.

Publisher

Melody Hogan

Category

kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Jun 2025

Latest episode

20 Aug 2025

Latest episodes

28 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Aug 2025

   1-Minute Moment: Today Counts

   It’s easy to get lost in yesterday’s struggles or tomorrow’s worries, but today is where your presence matters most. This quick reminder will help you pause, breathe, and remember that even small steps taken today can shape the bigger journey ahead.

2. 

   17 Aug 2025

   S1E12: The Myth of the Perfect Advocate

   Advocating for your child can feel like an endless pressure to always say the right thing, know the laws, and never back down. But the truth? There’s no such thing as a perfect advocate. In this episode, we’ll break down the myths that pile guilt and exhaustion on parents, and uncover what truly makes advocacy effective: presence, persistence, and heart. Pair each episode of the Polkadot Parent Podcast – Season of Strength with its beautifully designed journal companion. With thoughtful prompts, reflection spaces, and gentle encouragement, it’s your weekly place to process, breathe, and reconnect with your strength. Created just for special needs parents—because your story matters, and so does your voice. Download yours at polkadotparent.org/podcast (https://polkadotparent.org/wp-content/uploads/woocommerce_uploads/2025/05/PDP-Podcast-Journal-Companion-Q1-bok8vw.pdf).

3. 

   13 Aug 2025

   1-Minute Moment: What You're Doing Matters

   In the middle of the grind, it’s easy to miss the impact you’re making. This quick episode is your reminder that the care, effort, and love you pour in—often unnoticed—are shaping lives in powerful ways.

Podcast Authority Score: 31 / 100

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