Join us on this episode as we explore the joys and challenges of exercising with our kids with disabilities, discussing inclusive activities, adaptive equipment, and the profound impact of physical activity on their well-being and development.

Jan Lampman

25 days ago 32m 9s

A fascinating interview with Jan Lampman, who shares her story and experiences in nearly four decades as an activist, an advocate, and a leader of disability rights in Michigan and beyond.

Advocating WITHIN a disability program

Mar 23rd, 2024 41m 41s

Few experiences are more exhausting, frustrating and painful as having to fight for our children when their programs are touted as safe and inclusive but are not. Learn how best to advocate in these extra difficult spaces

Educational Advocate

Mar 9th, 2024 35m 48s

Learn how an educational advocate can help you ensure your child gets the best support in school and beyond. Get essential tips for your next IEP meeting. Tune in for must-know tools to advocate for your child's education!

Allies

Feb 23rd, 2024 30m 29s

Allies are our some of our most important advocates and supporters. In this episode we share practical tips on being a great ally, from lending an ear to pushing for change. Tune in to learn how to make a difference in someone’s life!

Vickie Rubin

Feb 9th, 2024 34m 27s

Meet author, parent and disability activist, Vickie Rubin. Join us as we learn about her adventures raising her 44 year old daughter with a genetic syndrome.

Invisible disabilities

Jan 26th, 2024 33m 26s

Invisible disabilities: Yes, they exist even if you can’t see them. How parents of kids with invisible disabilities carry the burden of proof everywhere they go and the trauma that is caused by having to advocate incessantly in an non-inclusive

When marriage with a child with a disability doesn’t survive.

Jan 12th, 2024 37m 54s

An unfortunate realty of some marriages is separation/divorce... This Thursday's podcast episode discusses how to make a separation less stressful and more manageable especially when there is a child with a disability in the family. Join us as

Taking a break (before you break…)

Dec 16th, 2023 27m 5s

Raising a child is not an easy task, especially when your child has a disability. Join us to discuss how to find those precious and rare opportunities to recharge…

Marcy Post

Nov 25th, 2023 43m 30s

Marcy Post in a fascinating conversation about life, death and everything in between...

Parenting Breaking Points

Oct 14th, 2023 30m 52s

When parenting our children with disabilities is simply overwhelming… An honest discussion of our parenting ‘breaking points’ and how to deal with them.

Accessibility

Sep 16th, 2023 25m 49s

Physical Accessibility: Someone may be crying before bed if your ice cream shop does not have a ramp. Learn all the ways in which we can make our communities business and organizations physically accessible.

Ableism

Aug 12th, 2023 36m 32s

Ableism and internalized ableism- what it means to us as parents of children with disabilities, and what it means to others…

James Guttman

Jul 15th, 2023 34m 21s

A father's perspective on raising a child with a disability, autism, and life in general...

Laura Hernandez

Jun 17th, 2023 29m 16s

In this episode we are hosting Laura Hernandez. You think your life is complete chaos? Laura found a way to systemaize motherhod and simplify our neverending to do lists!

Catherine Shields

May 20th, 2023 43m 33s

An interview with Catherine Shields, a writer, an educator and a mom to an adult daugther with a disability. Listen in and learn something new!

Going Away

Apr 15th, 2023 30m 29s

In this episode Alma and Iris challenge each other with the dilemma of when is the right time to part ways from our children so we can get some very needed rest…

A Mother’s Rest

Mar 11th, 2023 45m 48s

The brilliant idea of one determined mother is now allowing all of us to get some rest. A fascinating interview with Andrea Faris Roberts, the founder and director of the amazing non-profit, “A Mother's Rest”.

Dr. Priya Lalvani

Feb 25th, 2023 56m 33s

Learn about what TRUE inclusion means in this episode where we interview Dr. Priya Lalvani. Dr. Lalvani is Professor at Montclair State University. She teaches courses in Disability Studies and is the coordinator for the Graduate Program in Inc

Mei Li

Jan 21st, 2023 43m 14s

Mom, activist, and author Mei Li, shares her journey with her son with a disability and her unique perspective as a Chinese-American, a Brooklynite and a middle child…

The Year in Review

Dec 31st, 2022 29m 24s

Wow! 2022 flew by but not without 52 episodes from Alma and Iris! Tune in to learn which episodes were our favorites and why, as well as what we have in store for 2 Moms no Fluff in 2023!

A sibling’s perspective

Dec 24th, 2022 20m 1s

A younger sibling's perspective on their brother with a disability may be much different than an older sibling. Listen in to get some insight into what goes on behind closed doors and out in the community for this sibling of an older brother wi

Another Baby?

Dec 17th, 2022 36m 30s

Having another baby after you have had a child with a disability. Whether you are considering your options or have already decided, this candied conversation will certainly resonate with you.

Nina Nsilo-Swai

Dec 10th, 2022 36m 23s

This week we welcome another mom, Nina Nsilo-Swai , who's son is Autistic. She shares what it's like to love and care for him and concerns about him being Autistic and Black out in the world.

Hotels

Dec 3rd, 2022 22m 9s

Hotels versus airbnb? We give the pros and cons of each as well as how to make our children feel at home while traveling. Make it a vacation and not just a trip!