A Truthful and Tender Father's Day Podcast With Ocean's Dad

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A Truthful and Tender Father's Day Podcast With Ocean's Dad

Kate Lynch

Jun 14, 2024

As we approach Father's Day, I had the privilege of recording a special podcast episode with my husband, John Andrejack. This is a message of hope!

John is not just the father of our amazing atypical child, Ocean, but also an educator and a Parkinson's Disease advocate. This episode delves into parenting, coping with chronic illness, and the beauty of seeing our children thrive despite obstacles.

00:29 Meet John Andrejack: Educator and Parkinson's Advocate

01:15 John's Journey with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease

02:23 Parenting Challenges and Philosophies

05:10 Memorable Parenting Moments

06:13 A Walk on Water: Surf Therapy for Ocean

10:35 Parenting Mistakes and Lessons Learned

13:52 Core Values and Reflections on Fatherhood

18:08 Final Thoughts and Father's Day Wishes

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Atypical Kids Mindful Parents Podcast

Welcome to Atypical Kids Mindful Parents, a neurodiversity-affirming podcast for parents of neurodivergent kids of all ages. I’m Kate Lynch, a mindfulness coach on a mission to create a kinder, more inclusive future. If you're a highly sensitive parent navigating the joys and struggles of raising your unique kids, follow us for episodes filled with grounding mindfulness practices, relatable stories, and empowering strategies.

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