Joeita speaks with Ashley Nemeth about her journey as a blind parent raising three children.Guest Bio: Ashley Nemeth is vocal advocate breaking down barriers for people with disabilities. Ashley identifies as a deafblind woman sharing her story, educating and changing opinions on the importance of accessibility for all. Highlights:“How Can You Manage?” - Opening Remarks on Parenting (00:00)Introducing Ashley Nemeth (01:13)How Did it Feel to Discover You Were About to Become a Mother? (02:45)Worries About Becoming a Blind Parent? (3:19)Public Perception of Blind Parents (4:35)Reaction of Medical Professionals (6:33)Scrutiny from Social Workers & Family Support (7:57)Educating the “Professionals” (9:21)Relevance of Mainstream Parenting Books & Resources? (10:48)Help with Managing a Newborn? (11:55)Surviving the Early Years as a Blind Parent (13:03)Squeaker Sneakers and Other Parenting Tips (13:51)Accessibility Issues in Being Involved with Kids’ Education (17:00)Congenital Conditions, Parenthood & Disability Discrimination (18:30)The Joys & Challenges of Parenting Teenagers (21:56)Benefits of Growing Up with a Mother Who is Blind (24:40)“Take the Blindness Out of It” - Advice People Who Are Blind or Partially-Sighted and Considering Parenthood (25.58)Show Close (26:59) More about Ashley: How Blogging Turned Ashley Nemeth into an Entrepreneur  
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