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Raising Kids Who See Disability as Belonging, Not Difference | Heather Avis (EP424)

Raising Kids Who See Disability as Belonging, Not Difference | Heather Avis (EP424)

Update: 2025-12-18
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Heather Avis is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning podcaster, and founder of The Lucky Few movement. In this episode, Heather shares how parents and educators can foster inclusion, help children celebrate their uniqueness, and use affirming words to build confidence and belonging. We also discuss her new picture book, I Like You So Much, a heartfelt reminder that every child’s presence matters exactly as they are.

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Heather Avis is a New York Times bestselling author, public speaker, podcaster, and a Down syndrome advocate. She is the founder of and chief visionary officer at The Lucky Few, an advocacy organization dedicated to shouting worth, shifting narratives, and reimagining what it looks like when we create spaces of belonging. She lives in Southern California with her husband Josh and three kids, Macyn, Truly, and August and two Goldendoodles, Maeby and George Michael.


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Raising Kids Who See Disability as Belonging, Not Difference | Heather Avis (EP424)

Raising Kids Who See Disability as Belonging, Not Difference | Heather Avis (EP424)

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