Brave Together Podcast: Support and Community for Caregiving Parents
This is Brave Together Podcast. On Brave Together Podcast, co-hosts Jessica Patay, Susanna Peace Lovell and Dr. Zoe Shaw, will share interviews, celebrate stories, explore challenges, and rally hope for the motherhood journey. Through this inspirational and resourceful podcast, may all caregiving parents know that they are not alone. We Are Brave Together is a global nonprofit that creates community for mothers raising children with disabilities, neurodivergence, or complex medical and mental health conditions. The heart of We Are Brave Together is to preserve and protect the mental health of caregiving moms everywhere.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 266
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
How to Find the Right Therapist
At We Are Brave Together, we are huge proponents of therapy. Whether you're new to the world of therapy, an old veteran, or if you've struggled to find the right fit, we wanted to provide some practi…
The Quarantine that Never Ended
Our first episode of Season Three is a Story Episode from Izzie Duval, mother of Dallas. Izzie and her family have had what might be called a… unique…quarantine experience. Izzie’s amazing words wil…
What’s Happening in Season Three?
Are you ready for Season 3? Our first episode drops TOMORROW! Host Jessica Patay and podcast producer and editor Madeleine Inskeep-Hewitt chat about what’s in store, and the things they are most exci…
Season 3 Trailer
Welcome to Season Three! Check out the trailer to hear host Jessica Patay share what’s in store for this season, and find out about some exciting changes to the podcast coming in February!
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Season Two Wrap-Up: "We Can Choose"
Say goodbye to Season Two of the Brave Together podcast. Today, Jessica shares a short reflection on the year, and a reminder of our power to choose the best for ourselves and our families.
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Our Mindset for the Holidays
Happy Holidays! Today on the podcast, we reissue our episode with Suzi Lula and Jessica Patay, discussing how moms might be able to set new precedents of peace during an often pressure-filled time.
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Dear Younger Me: Mothers of Children with Down Syndrome
We continue our Dear Younger Me series in episode 75 of the Brave Together Podcast , where seasoned moms share their stories and the wisdom they’ve learned over the years of parenting children with s…
Forget Me Not
Did you know that over 40% of people with a disability do not have a family member or friend who is there to provide additional support or care when needed? Meet Lisa Dempsey, a mom, grandmother, act…
Let’s Talk About Sex.
How do we help our growing children with disabilities to understand their sexuality - whatever form it takes? Jessica interviews Kim Rossow about the top 5 questions she receives in episode 73. Kim i…
I'm Going on a Retreat, Dammit!
This week, Jessica has a special message for moms everywhere: You Are Worth the Rest You Need! It IS possible to get away - we promise! For moms of children with special needs, We Are Brave Together …
What is a Child Life Specialist?
Meet Katie, a certified child life specialist, podcast host and creator of Child Life On Call. She and Jessica discuss how to support parents, kids and medical care teams with the tools they deserve.…
The Intersection of Latinx Culture & Disability
Today on the podcast we continue our series on culture and disability, exploring the intersection of Latinx culture, family norms, and multiple diagnoses. Angie and Terri invite us into their stories…
When You Feel Betrayed by the Professionals
Today on the podcast, Jessica Patay and Effie Parks from @onceuponagene discuss the importance of community, and the tension that arises when you feel betrayed by the professionals during your child’…
Autism Grown Up - Now What?
Dr. Regan is the oldest sister to 2 brothers on the autism spectrum and has been in the autism field for over a decade. She is an interdisciplinary professional drawing from her work in social work, …
Let's Shine a Light on Rare Diseases: Mowat-Wilson Syndrome
This week, we are continuing our series shining a light on rare diseases. This week, we hear from Jodie Hughes and her beautiful daughter, Jadynne, who is six years old and diagnosed with Mowat-Wilso…
The Unexpected Can Lead to Transformation
"How can the unexpected lead to transformation? Why is school inclusion for children with disabilities so important? Jessica and Jillian Benfield address both of these questions, and so many more in …
Our Altered Life
Today on the @bravetogetherpod, Jessica Patay speaks with Charlie of @ouralteredlife. Based on the lessons learned during her journey as a special needs parent, plunged into a world she never expecte…
When You Need a MAP
Meet Marikay Cuthill on episode 64 of the @bravetogetherpod. Marikay Cuthill is mother of Maci, a vibrant, curious 16-year-old on the Autism Spectrum, and the founder of Maci And Pebble (MAP), a comm…
When I Can't Make One More Decision
We are Brave Together founder Jessica Patay and Life Coach Kara Ryska discuss a much-requested topic in episode 63 of the @bravetogetherpod - Decision Fatigue. How do we defend against burnout, indec…
Trust Your Gut with Moira Cleary
Today on the @bravetogetherpod, Moira Cleary and Jessica Patay speak about the gut feelings we have as mothers about our children. Moira has two amazing daughters with over 15 conditions. She is a Ce…