Living the Brooklyn way

Living the Brooklyn way Living the Brooklyn Way isn’t just a podcast - it’s a space for honesty, resilience, and community.

I share my journey as a single parent raising a child with autism: the challenges, the victories, and the everyday moments in between.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WEEK TO ME!I REALLY DID THIS.Today, as a gift to myself for my upcoming 45th birthday, I get to celebrate...
08/27/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WEEK TO ME!

I REALLY DID THIS.

Today, as a gift to myself for my upcoming 45th birthday, I get to celebrate a dream becoming REAL.

Living the Brooklyn Way Training and Consulting is officially a registered LLC in the State of New Hampshire!

There were plenty of moments when I questioned myself. Moments when I wondered if I was doing too much, dreaming too big, or if this was even possible.

But I kept going. And now I can officially say…I REALLY DID THIS.

This business is a reflection of my experiences, my knowledge, my passion, my advocacy, and everything I’ve learned along the way. It’s about helping people, creating meaningful change, and turning the things I’ve lived and learned into something that can help others.

So, 45…let’s see what you’ve got.

New year.
New business.
New chapter.
Same me. (Just a little more confident in what I can do).

Happy birthday week to me!

Living the Brooklyn Way Training and Consulting LLC, WE ARE OFFICIALLY HERE.

06/23/2026

We were doing so good over here.

For almost 8 months, Brooklyn was finally back on track with sleep. We had a routine. We had consistency. We had hope that maybe, just maybe, we'd turned a corner.

But autism doesn't follow a clock, a calendar, or any of the rules the rest of us try to live by.

Over the last few weeks, sleep has completely fallen apart again. The medications that were helping her sleep are no longer working, and we're back to the long nights, early mornings, exhaustion, and wondering how we're supposed to function on so little rest.

And when sleep falls apart, other things often follow. We've started to see Brooklyn's self-injurious behaviors slowly creeping back up, which is always concerning. Watching your child struggle is hard enough. Watching them hurt themselves because they can't regulate their body or emotions is heartbreaking.

If you've never lived it, it's hard to explain how much sleep impacts everything. When Brooklyn doesn't sleep, she struggles. When she struggles, I struggle. And as a solo parent, there isn't anyone tagging in for the overnight shift.

To make matters worse, thanks to the "Big Beautiful (bitch ass) Bill," Brooklyn's ABA hours were reduced this summer. So we're getting less sleep and less support at the exact same time.

Some days advocacy feels empowering. Some days it feels exhausting. Today, I'm just tired.

We'll keep showing up. We'll keep fighting for what she needs. We'll keep doing what autism parents do because we don't really have another choice.

But right now, this mom is running on fumes.

If you're the praying type, send one up for us. If you're not, send coffee. ☕💜

Last week I graduated from the UMass Chan Medical School LEND Fellowship, and what a day it was!!!!!It's hard to put int...
06/17/2026

Last week I graduated from the UMass Chan Medical School LEND Fellowship, and what a day it was!!!!!

It's hard to put into words what this journey has meant to me.

For those who may not know, LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) is an interdisciplinary leadership program that brings together professionals, self-advocates, and family members to develop the skills needed to improve systems of care and advocate for individuals with disabilities and their families. Over the past year, I've had the opportunity to learn from experts, collaborate with an incredible cohort, and deepen my understanding of disability advocacy, leadership, policy, and systems change.

I'm sad that this chapter has come to an end, but I'm incredibly excited for everything I've learned and the opportunities ahead. This experience has strengthened my voice as a disability advocate, community advocate, and parent advocate, while giving me the tools to create meaningful change for children and families. Most importantly, it has helped me grow as a person.

I'll miss our Friday and Saturday "tantrums," the countless conversations, the laughter, the support, and knowing that this incredible group of humans was right there beside me through it all.

To my cohort: thank you for becoming more than colleagues. Thank you for becoming friends. Your passion, knowledge, vulnerability, and encouragement have left a lasting mark on me, and I am so grateful our paths crossed.

As I close this chapter, I do so with a full heart, new skills, lifelong friendships, and a renewed commitment to advocating for individuals with disabilities and their families. I leave with a deeper understanding of how systems work, how to build partnerships, how to elevate family voices, and how to push for meaningful change in our communities.

And yes, I cried during my graduation speech. Definitely more than once 😉. Standing in front of a room filled with people who have challenged, supported, and inspired me for the past year, it was impossible not to feel overwhelmed with gratitude.

Thank you to everyone who was part of this journey. I am leaving this experience a stronger advocate, a better leader, and a better human because of you.

Here's to new adventures, new opportunities, and carrying everything I've learned forward.

❤️

🚨New Episode Coming Soon! 🚨A brand new episode of Living the Brooklyn Way is on the way, and this one is all about advoc...
03/09/2026

🚨New Episode Coming Soon! 🚨

A brand new episode of Living the Brooklyn Way is on the way, and this one is all about advocating for your child’s needs! This topic was one of the most requested when we asked our community what they wanted to hear about, and we’re excited to finally share it with you.

Advocacy can feel overwhelming at times, but learning how to speak up, ask questions, and push for the supports your child deserves is so important. In this upcoming episode, we’re talking about what advocacy really looks like and how parents can start building those skills.

We’re also almost at 750 listens! 🤯🤯🤯🥳🥳🥳
Once we hit that milestone, we’ll be doing a giveaway for one of our Facebook friends as a thank you for supporting the podcast and being part of this community. So if you’re not already following our podcast page on Facebook, find us at Living the Brooklyn Way!

Stay tuned… the new episode is coming very soon! 👀

Happy 6th Birthday to my Brooklyn 🎂I truly cannot believe you are SIX. It feels like just yesterday I was holding you fo...
02/18/2026

Happy 6th Birthday to my Brooklyn 🎂

I truly cannot believe you are SIX. It feels like just yesterday I was holding you for the first time, and now you’re this sweet, bold, hilarious little human with the biggest personality in the room.

You are my real-life sour patch kid (a red one) ❤️

Sweet, so incredibly smart, a little sassy, wonderfully stubborn, and somehow always able to get your way. Your laugh is my favorite sound in the world, and your spirit lights up every space you walk into. The way you look into my soul with a sweet smile on your face, is my absolute favorite!

Watching you grow has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. You have made me more patient, more present, and a better human being just by being your mom. Thank you for choosing me.

I love you more than words could ever say. Here’s to 6 years of magic and a lifetime more to come. 💕

02/10/2026

Question for my fellow business professionals!

Do any of you use digital business cards (like HiHello, Popl, Blinq, The Dot, etc.)?

I’m looking into switching over but I’d love some real-life feedback before committing.

If you use one (especially if you have more than one business/service you promote), can you share:

💜 Which platform you use
💜 What it costs (monthly/yearly)
💜 If you can have multiple cards or profiles
💜 What you love about it
💜 What you don’t love / wish you knew before

Drop your thoughts in the comments! I’d really appreciate any recommendations.

A little photo dump of life lately! 💜
02/10/2026

A little photo dump of life lately! 💜

This is me 🥹
02/04/2026

This is me 🥹

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