What if you walk into your child’s IEP meeting and have no idea what anyone is talking about? What if you disagree—or leave wishing you’d spoken up?

This episode of Chromosomes & Chaos is for the parent who wants to feel more prepared, ask better questions and make sure their child is truly seen.

We’re breaking down 10 things to know before your first IEP—from navigating confusing language and asking about progress to setting goals that support friendships, communication and independence.

We’re also talking about why inclusion means more than being in the room, why your child’s strengths belong in the conversation and why an evaluation should never put a ceiling on their future.

You don’t have to know every acronym to have a voice at the table. You know your child—and that matters.

🎧 Hit play before your next IEP meeting, and share this episode with a parent who needs a little confidence walking into theirs.

CHROMOSOMES & CHAOS: THE LOST FILES

The stuff that probably should’ve stayed in the drafts… but here we are.

Unfiltered conversations.
Things that have absolutely NOTHING to do with the episode.
Questionable life advice.
Oversharing.
ADHD in full force.
Adderall doing its best.
And the moments where we completely forget we’re recording.

Basically… Chromosomes & Chaos with even less supervision.

Welcome to THE LOST FILES — the stuff that usually doesn’t get posted.

You’ve been warned.

Back-to-school season is here... and somehow it feels like summer just started.

Whether you're sending your child to school, homeschooling, or navigating a completely different path because of a disability or unique needs, this time of year can bring a mix of excitement, stress, pride, and maybe even a few tears.

In this episode of Chromosomes & Chaos, we're talking about:

• 🎒 The emotions that come with another school year
• 🏡 Homeschool vs. traditional school—and why there's no "right" answer
• 💙 Why comparing our kids steals the joy from their journey
• 😭 The tears (yes, parents cry too!)
• 🌱 Learning to celebrate every milestone, no matter what it looks like

Every child has their own timeline. Every family has their own story. And no matter where your child is this school year, they deserve to be celebrated—not compared.

If you've ever looked around and wondered, "Are we doing enough?" or "Why doesn't our journey look like everyone else's?"—this conversation is for you.

Because our kids aren't behind...
They're becoming exactly who they're meant to be.

❤️ Join us as we kick off another school year with encouragement, honesty, and a reminder that every step forward is worth celebrating.