In this episode of the Rising Above Dads podcast, the hosts play a “Game Show” to reveal four challenges special-needs dads face but rarely discuss. Play along to guess the answers and join the discussion as the hosts delve into these issues.
Read MoreIn this episode of the Rising Above Dads podcast, the hosts answer listener questions on topics such as advocating for your child at school or church, helping others see beyond disabilities, managing respite guilt, and finding the best barbeque in St. Louis!
Read MoreIn this episode of the Rising Above Dads podcast, the hosts explore the impact of cultural expectations on parenting a child with disabilities, the dangers of the comparison trap, and the importance of focusing on the unique strengths and joys of your children.
Read More In this episode of the Rising Above Dads podcast, Steve Chatman
shares his experience of becoming a special-needs father through adoption.
In this episode of the Rising Above Dads podcast, Daniel Brooks discusses his experiences with his son Max, who has Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome (CCHS), a rare condition that impacts his ability to breathe during sleep.
Read MoreIn this episode of Rising Above Dads, hosts Steve Chatman, Daniel Brooks, and Dustin Rawls engage in a heartfelt discussion about the realities of parenting children with disabilities.
Read MoreIn this honest and heartfelt episode of Rising Above Dads, hosts Steve Chatman, Daniel Brooks, and Dustin Rawls dive into the emotional realities of being a special-needs dad—especially when the journey feels overwhelming and unfair.
Read MoreIn the debut episode of Rising Above Dads, three fathers share honest, vulnerable stories about adjusting to life as special-needs dads. Through humor, faith, and raw emotion, they explore what it means to grieve unmet expectations, navigate anger, and find hope in the unexpected journey of parenting children with disabilities.
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