Episode 94: Parenting a Child with Disabilities with Casey Mouton

In this episode, Rachael sits down with therapist and mom Casey Mouton to talk about the emotional and complex journey of parenting a child with disabilities. Casey opens up about her son’s diagnosis after a stroke at 10 months old, how it impacted her family, and the ways her personal experience shaped her work in maternal mental health. This conversation is a deeply honest look at what it means to face uncertainty, advocate fiercely, and still find moments of joy along the way.

Inside this episode:

• How Casey’s postpartum experience shifted her career to focus on maternal mental health
• The story of her son’s stroke and diagnosis with cerebral palsy
• What grief looks like when you're parenting through it
• How parenting a child with disabilities can strain relationships and what helps
• The healing power of support groups and community
• Tips for advocating in school settings and building inclusive environments
• Why finding joy amidst challenges isn’t just possible…it’s necessary
• Empowering kids to understand their potential and build confidence
• The importance of empathy and understanding from the outside world
• And so much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

• Mavida Health: Collaborative care for maternal mental health
• Follow Casey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mavidahealth/?hl=en

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Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.

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