Raising Kids With Special Needs with Celeste Yvonne

Celeste Yvonne on Raising Kids with Special Needs

Hey, babe! Welcome back to Peripeteia. In today’s episode, host Heather Lowe sits down with Celeste Yvonne, author of It’s Not About the Wine: The Loaded Truth About Mommy Wine Culture, in a candid and powerful conversation about the ups and downs of parenting neurodivergent children. Celeste dives deep into her sobriety journey, the heavy mental load of motherhood, and her fierce advocacy for her kids. Heather and Celeste, both mothers in their own right, explore early signs of neurodivergence, the twists and turns of the school system, and why structure, consistency, and routine are game-changers. Celeste also opens up about how these issues impact her marriage and how she juggles it all while still carving out authentic time for self-care. Tune in for a raw and inspiring chat on motherhood, resilience, and personal growth! We’re so glad you’re here.

Quick glossary:

ABA - applied behavior analysis
IEP - individualized education program (e.g. specialized instruction and services)
504 plan - a document outlining reasonable accommodations for a child with a disability as identified under the law

Connect with Celeste
https://www.celesteyvonne.com
IG: @theultimatemomchallenge

Connect with Heather
https://www.ditchedthedrink.com
IG: @ditchedthedrink
Peripeteia is produced by Laura Silverman of Zero Proof Nation™️