What if the way you think about aging is making caregiving even harder?
How do you keep going when rare-disease parenting constantly upends your plans?
What if a simple tweak in your child's footwear or a new approach to therapy could drastically improve their confidence and mobility?
Have you ever had to outsmart someone who seems to have superhuman strength and an endless appetite?
Have you ever been told you're wrong about your child’s needs, only to trust your gut and be proven right?
What happens when a medical professional dismisses your concerns about your child’s health? How do you move forward when you're made to feel like you're imagining things?
Have you ever struggled with the idea of asking for help--feeling like you need to power through alone? What if embracing help could transform your family’s well-being?
Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night to a situation so surprising, it leaves you both laughing and shaking with relief?
How do you handle evaluations when every question feels like a punch to the gut, and the evaluators hold all the power over your child's future?
Feeling burned out as a caregiver? What if the simple act of leaving your house could be the key to restoring your energy and creating meaningful connections?
Are the holidays leaving you feeling drained instead of joyful?
What happens when your child with a rare disease reacts unpredictably to a medication meant to help them focus and thrive?
What would you do if your child faced anxiety so intense it disrupts their daily life, paired with impulsivity and struggles with focus?
Have you ever felt isolated, like no one around you understands the unique struggles you're facing? For parents of children with rare diseases, this feeling can be a daily reality.
Ever feel like you’re running on empty, with no time to refuel? What if you could recharge without needing hours to yourself?
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the countless therapies and appointments involved in caring for your child with a rare disease?
Are you and your partner truly aligned when it comes to supporting your child with a rare disease, or are you struggling to get on the same page?
Have you ever struggled to find the right tech tools to help your neurodiverse child?
Ever found yourself dreading travel because of the unique challenges autism brings along? What if I told you 14 hacks could make your next trip a breeze?
Ever found yourself dreading travel because of the unique challenges autism brings along? What if I told you 14 hacks could make your next trip a breeze?
Have you ever wondered how the right diet could drastically improve your child's health, especially if they're dealing with complex medical conditions?
Have you ever wondered if a simple change in diet could dramatically improve your child’s cognitive function and overall health?
What do you do when people stare at your child with a rare disease? How can you turn that awkward moment into an opportunity for connection?
Are you looking to get organized and level up your productivity?
Are you struggling to balance the needs of your neurotypical child while raising a sibling with a rare disease?
Do you dread the exhausting ordeal of taking your child with a rare disease to the doctor?
Are you worried your child might be struggling with social interactions or communication, and wondering if it could be autism?
You're a parent or caretaker of someone with disabilities. It's crazy hard, but you can handle all the challenges that come your way, and Bo Bigelow will show you how.
Bo Bigelow is the father and primary caretaker of Tess, age 14, who has a rare genetic disorder that causes nonverbal autism, communication disorders, and epilepsy. Bo is an award-winning speaker, writer, filmmaker, and advocate for people with disabilities. He is also a practicing disability-rights attorney. Whether speaking up for Tess's education, navigating appointments and insurance coverage, or simply making Tess seen and known, he's developed tons of actionable tools to help you crush it and get it all done, without losing your own sanity and identity.
Bo is a co-founder of DISORDER: The Rare Disease Film Festival and The Disorder Channel.
Over the years, he's told Tess's story to NPR, NBC News, ABC News, The Washington Post, and The Atlantic.
Last summer, I made a big change to this show. Now, I’m changing it back. In this episode, I share why—and how a recent ski day with Tess, in zero-degree weather, reminded me of something important. Tune in to hear the full story.