Embrace It: Episode 31 - Dr. Gabrielle Ficchi, How to Raise a Disabled Child

Raised alongside her able-bodied twin and 4 other siblings, Dr. Gabrielle Ficchi shares her powerful story from growing up as a child with Cerebral Palsy to becoming a proud disabled therapist. In this special Mother’s Day episode, Dr. Ficchi shares her deep expertise on how certain parenting styles can help empower children with disabilities.Get out your notepads as we explore what it looks like to raise happy, independent and fulfilled disabled adults!Follow Dr. Ficchi on Instagram. Connect with Dr. Ficchi on her website. Looking for more great tips, hacks, and blog posts? Visit: Trend-Able.comFind more on Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) and patient resources on: HNF-cure.orgFollow us on IG! @embraceit_podcast | @trend.able | @cmtwegotthisPlease leave us a review and help others find us! Hosted by Lainie Ishbia and Estela Lugo.Embrace It is produced by Launchpad 516 Studios.For sponsorships and media inquiries, drop an email to: embraceit@lp516.comSubscribe to Embrace it with Lainie and Estela on Apple Podcasts and get notified of new episodes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/embrace-it-with-lainie-estela-smashing-disability-stigmas/id1468364898Support the show

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Real-life friends, Lainie Ishbia from Trend-Able.com, & Estela Lugo from the Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation, are real, raw & perfectly imperfect in their informal discussions about the trials & tribulations of living with disabilities. Both women wear leg braces due to chronic neuromuscular conditions and are passionate about helping others feel confident in their own skin.