Let’s Plant Houses

Let’s Plant Houses shares heartfelt stories from families living with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Host Wendy Ernzen brings families together for warm conversations about daily challeng

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LPH24: How Todd Turner is Making Fitness Accessible for People With Disabilities at Team GUTS

Posted January 28, 2025

In this episode, I sit down with Todd Turner, the inspiring founder of Team GUTS—a nonprofit transforming lives through fitness and sports programs...

LPH23: Jess Ronne on caregiving, loss, and love with grit and grace

Posted January 14, 202500:29:51

What would you do if you faced profound loss while raising a child with special needs—could you find grit and grace to move forward?

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LPH22: Sarah Raphael Talks About Mental Health, Neurodiversity, and Extra Lucky Moms

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On this episode, I chat with Sarah Raphael, a mom of two young children, who shares her family’s journey navigating parenting ‘neurospicy’ kids,...

LPH21: A Lifelong Commitment to Guardianship and Advocacy with Lee Ackerman

Posted December 10, 202400:44:55

In this episode, Lee Ackerman shares his honest experience as the sibling of his sister Gretchen, who has developmental disabilities. He reflects on...

LPH20: How Lauren Christilaw Advocated for Early Intervention and Autism Support

Posted November 26, 202400:28:08

In this episode, Lauren Christilaw shares her experience as a mother to her young son, Henry, who has autism. She reflects on the unique challenges...