In this episode of the Madinat Mom Podcast, Nour sits down with Maria, a mom in the UAE, to share her journey of raising a child with a disability. From pregnancy and the early months of motherhood to navigating a diagnosis during COVID-19, Maria opens up about resilience, love, and the challenges—and joys—of parenting a child with special needs.

This conversation is a must-listen for parents navigating special needs parenting, inclusive parenting, or raising a child with a disability, and for moms seeking support, guidance, and community.

🎧 What you'll learn in this episode:

• Coping emotionally after your child's diagnosis

• Understanding what inclusive parenting really looks like

• How to answer difficult questions about disability

• Finding support as a mom raising a child with special needs

• Building family resilience and navigating motherhood with love

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Episode Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to the Madinat Mom Podcast
00:30 – Meet Maria: A Journey of Love and Resilience
01:42 – Pregnancy and Early Motherhood
03:01 – The Unexpected Challenges Begin
15:54 – The Diagnosis Journey
28:54 – Balancing Motherhood and Seeking Help
32:43 – Teaching Inclusion to Children
44:55 – Advice for Moms Receiving a Diagnosis
46:14 – Conclusion

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