#130 Michelle Trager Powerful Parenting from Afar
Still feeling that pressure that we are doing everything we can, but there is still issues. Yet, academically, he is doing well at school. There was a part of me that was so angry because of all the professionals we had seen. Why hadn’t anyone suggested it. Why didn’t I know?
We talk about how things escalated to the point where there was involvement with the juvenile justice system, placement in a therapeutic day school and residential treatment, as well as:
- How alone, overwhelmed and misunderstood they felt.
- Why she felt she failed her son as a parent and social worker. So much so that she didn’t share their story or reach out for help.
- The catalyst to switch from not feeling heard, to gaining the confidence and support to advocate effectively for their son.
It is a challenge because some places will be, oh you are a parent, with knowledge, we totally welcome that. I think my background as a professional gets me in the door, but I always say, I’m presenting as a parent because I didn’t learn this as a professional.
We also talk about her growth in parenting from afar, taking care of herself and her thoughts about the future. Michelle has gained so much confidence she now advocates with various systems: justice, education, government, mental health and with a family advisory committee.
While each journey is unique, you will be inspired to hear how she went from being unsure about joining our Caregiver Kickstart Coaching Program 18 months ago to having her Congresswoman phoning her about FASD!
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About Host
Jeff Noble
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Jeff Noble is the Founder and CEO of FASD Success, an organization that provides hope and education to people caring for someone living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) through online applications and in-person training sessions, demonstrations and consultations.
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