Episodes

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Aug. 26, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 62 : Stephanie Mullowney - Paper Dolls Photography

Mary talks with Nashville based photographer Stephanie Mullowney who specializes in portraits of children with Down syndrome. Stephanie is also a single mother of a 7 year old daughter with Down syndrome. Paper Dolls Photography Website
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Aug. 14, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 61 : Lindsey Strickland of Worth The Conversation

Mary talks with Lindsey Strickland, founder of "Worth The Conversation" about sexual abuse in the Down syndrome community. They discuss tips on prevention, how to talk with your kids about it, and recognizing the signs of abuse. Worth The Conversat...
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July 28, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 60 : Dr. Brian Skotko and DSC2U

Mary talks with Dr. Brian Skotko, founder of the Down Syndrome Clinic To You (DSC2U). DSC2U is a groundbreaking web portal for information and consultations on Down Syndrome. DSC2U Website
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July 16, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 59 : Breastfeeding with Julia's Way

Mary talks with Ella Cullen, author of "Breastfeeding and Down Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide for Mothers and Medical Professionals", and founder of Julia's Way a resource group for mother's of children with Down syndrome who are having difficulty b...
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June 30, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 58 : Lauren Costabile & Hearts of Joy International

Mary interviews Lauren Costabile. Lauren is the founder of Hearts Of Joy International, an organization that arranges heart surgeries for children with Down syndrome in less developed countries. Hearts Of Joy International
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June 16, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 57 : Reilly Cate & The Trium Tribe

Mary has a conversation with inspirational16 year old Reilly Cate who runs a non-profit that delivers gift baskets to families who have adopted children with Down syndrome The Trium Tribe
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June 2, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 56 : Katie Rinald Returns With Toilet Training Tips For Older Kids

Mary welcomes back Behaviour Analyst Katie Rinald for a conversation about toilet training techniques for older kids. Blackbird Special Education Website Katie can be reached at katie@blackbirdse.com
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May 19, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 55 : Andrea Lee On Sexual Health & Development

** Special Warning**  This program involves a very frank discussion of human biology, puberty, and sexual development. Personal discretion is advised. Mary has a very frank discussion with Andrea Lee of the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation about spe...
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May 6, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 54 : The Fall Of Mary And How You All Picked Her Up

Ron and Mary talk about her recent fall that broke her foot, displaced her fibula and badly sprained the other foot. And about the "Mom Community" that came together to help her in a time of need.
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April 21, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 53 : Starr Muranko

Mary talks creativity and much more with dancer, choreographer, T21 Mom, and cancer survivor Starr Muranko.  Raven Spirit Dance - Chapter 21 Chapter 21 - The Documentary Firehall Arts Centre - Chapter 21 Tickets
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April 8, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 52 : The Special Olympics

Mary chats with Scott Howe, Health Stakeholder Engagement Consultant for Special Olympics BC, and Susan Wang who is a Special Olympian and a Bronze Medal Winner at the 2017 Special Olympics held in Austria. Special Olympics British Columbia Special O...
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March 18, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 51 : World Down Syndrome Day 2021

Mary and Ron talk about this year's World Down Syndrome Day, the video love letter Mary has made for Ainsley, and where to find it on our new YouTube Channel - T21Mom Podcast. For Ainsley - World Down Syndrome Day 2021 on YouTube
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March 3, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 50 : THE BIG 50!

This is the 50th episode of the T21Mom podcast! Mary and Ron take a look at past shows, how we've grown, and some former guests check-in. The Low Down Podcast at The DSRF Baskets Of Love
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Feb. 17, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 49 : Amber Gale

Mary talks with Amber Gale about the "MORE For Caregivers" program. More For Caregivers Website
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Feb. 4, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 48: Ashley Asti

Mary talks with author Ashley Asti about her book "Up: A Love Letter To The Down Syndrome Community" and her work as Social Media Director at "Brittany's Baskets of Hope". Brittany's Baskets Of Hope Ashley Asti Web Site Ashley Asti Instagram Up: A Lo...
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Jan. 22, 2021

T21Mom - Episode 47 : A Look Ahead At Season 3

Mary and Ron chat about the past few months and what's coming up in Season 3 of the T21Mom Podcast.
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Dec. 17, 2020

T21Mom : The 2020 Christmas Show

Mary and Ron chat about a much smaller Christmas 2020 and what it might look like. A Hand For Mrs. Claus - Idina Menzel feat. Ariana Grande Group Hug Apparel - Andrew Banar
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Sept. 30, 2020

T21Mom – Episode 45 : Season 2 Finale

Mary and Ron talk about what happened in the podcast’s second season including guests, highlights, working from separate locations, and a look forward to Season 3.
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Aug. 12, 2020

T21Mom - Episode 44 : Dr. Susan Fawcett on Mental Health

Doctor Susan Fawcett of the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation returns and talks to Mary about the current pandemic situation and the importance of mental health in our kiddos. Down Syndrome Resource Foundation susan@dsrf.org Zones Of Regulation Websi...
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July 10, 2020

T21Mom - Episode 43 : Kim Storey On A Dual Diagnosis And Cooking With Kitty

Mary talks with Kim Storey, mother of 13 year old Kitty, about a dual diagnosis and their YouTube Channel "Cooking With Kitty". "Cooking With Kitty" YouTube Channel
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June 24, 2020

T21Mom - Episode 42 : Mary's Covid Chronicles Continued

Mary and Ron talk about Mary's recent experience with Ainsley's daycare sending her home to isolate because they detected a rise in temperature, and a cough.
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June 12, 2020

T21Mom - Episode 41: Maria Dellapina - Specs4Us

Mary talks vision care with Maria Dellapina of Specs4us. Specs4Us College of Optometrists In Vision Development
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May 30, 2020

T21Mom - Episode 40 : Mary's Covid Experience

Mary talks with Ron about her recent experiences after contracting the Covid 19 Virus.
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May 14, 2020

T21Mom - Episode 39 : Teresa Unnserstal - Author of "A New Course, A Mother’s Journey Navigating Down Syndrome and Autism"

Mary talks with Teresa Unnserstall about her book and journey as a mom of a child with a dual diagnosis. teresaunnerstall.com