Welcome to another episode of Special Needs Moms Circle of Strength!
Episode Description:
Welcome back to Special Needs Mom's Circle of Strength! In this episode, Valerie sits down with Meredith Rusu, a talented author of over 100 children's books, including the award-winning Mighty Moods series. Meredith shares her journey as a mother of two and how navigating her children’s big feelings inspired her to create stories that resonate with kids and parents alike. From her unique dual role as a licensed and original content author to the heartwarming backstory of her picture books, There's a Yeti in My Tummy and There's a Robot in My Socks, Meredith offers valuable insights on building a "circle of strength" for every child.
Together, Valerie and Meredith explore:
-The importance of building a “village” to support children and parents alike
-How moods—big and small—impact kids (and adults!) and are a universal parenting challenge
-The inspiration behind Meredith’s Mighty Moods picture book series and its vibrant illustrations by Martin Moran who’s joyful artwork brings her stories to life.
-Using stories to foster connection and understanding
-The value of grandparents and community in a child’s emotional growth
-Finding joy in the chaos of parenting
Whether you’re parenting neurotypical kids, children with developmental delays, or navigating your own moods, this episode is filled with laughter, relatability, and practical takeaways.
Meredith Rusu lives in New Jersey with her husband and two young sons. She is the author of more than one hundred children’s books, notably There’s a Yeti in my Tummy and There’s a Robot in My Socks, the first two picture books in her award-winning Mighty Moods series. She has also written for many popular licenses including LEGO, Disney/Pixar, Bluey, and Star Wars.
Connect with Meredith:
https://meredithrusu.com
https://www.instagram.com/meredithrusuwrites/
Link for book: https://a.co/d/ijaa4KG (US)
https://a.co/d/3aTCuK2 (Canada)
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Connect with me:
Valerie's Links: https://bit.ly/3RL0da2
Music Acknowledgement: Audio Coffee - Denys Kyshchuk
Editor: Scott Arbeau
Link for book: The S.H.I.N.E. Principle: The special needs mom's path to strength, hope and happiness by Valerie Arbeau
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CW18ZXGX (Canada)
https://a.co/d/03hFdZI4 (United States)
Learn more about your host at:
https://coachingwithvalerieanne.com/
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