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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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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Recent Episodes
April 27, 2026
330. What We Wish We'd Known About Advocacy
The Lucky Few hosts reflect on the evolving emotional weight and complexities of advocating for children with Down syndrome, offering perspective and encouragement.
April 20, 2026
329. What We Wish We'd Known About Functional Medicine
<p>In this episode of our <strong>“What I Wish I Knew” </strong>series, we’re talking about functional medicine—what it is, what’s helped us, and what we wish we understood earlier.</p><p>We share real experiences navigating diet changes, supplements, specialists, and the cost of it all, while exploring a whole-body approach that looks beyond symptoms.</p><p>We also talk about how to integrate functional and traditional medicine without feeling like you have to choose one or the other.</p><p>If you’re curious about functional medicine but unsure where to start, this is a practical, honest starting point.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What We Cover</strong></p><ul><li>What functional medicine is and how it looks at the whole body</li><li>How diet, gut health, and environment can impact behavior and overall health</li><li>Practical ways to start without getting overwhelmed or spending a lot</li></ul><p><strong>Key Takeaway:</strong></p><p>You don’t have to choose between functional and traditional medicine—start small, stay curious, and pay attention to what actually helps your child.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links:</strong></p><p> Listen to Previous Episodes </p><ul><li><strong>Episode 38: Nonlinear Learning & Communication (with Dr. Vaish Sarathy) </strong><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lucky-few/id1349646917?i=1000624491053" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lucky-few/id1349646917?i=1000624491053</a></li><li><strong>Episode 79: Understanding Functional Nutrition for Our Kids w/Down Syndrome (with Dr. Vaish Sarathy)</strong><br><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lucky-few/id1349646917?i=1000487763974" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lucky-few/id1349646917?i=1000487763974</a></li><li><strong>Episode 80: Assuming Intelligence in Our Kids w/Down Syndrome (with Dr. Vaish Sarathy)</strong><br><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lucky-few/id1349646917?i=1000487049081" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lucky-few/id1349646917?i=1000487049081</a></li></ul><ul><li>Vaish Sarathy: <a href="https://www.meaningfulspeech.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.meaningfulspeech.com</a></li><li>Follow Vaish Sarathy on Instagram<br><a href="https://www.instagram.com/meaningfulspeech/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/meaningfulspeech/</a></li></ul><ul><li>Speaking of Health & Wellness: <a href="" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://speakingofhealthandwellness.com</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Let’s Keep the Conversation Going</strong></p><p>Are you using functional medicine with your child—or just starting to look into it? Feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin? <strong>We’d love to hear from you.</strong></p><p>Find us on Instagram: <strong>@theluckyfewpod</strong></p>
April 14, 2026
328. What We Wish We'd Known About AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication).
Host Micha shares her evolving understanding of Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) as a language for life, offering insights on misconceptions and mindset shifts for families.
368 total episodes available with 36 transcripts
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