Advocating for your child in the special education system takes more than persistence—it takes heart. In this episode, I sit down with parent advocate Missy Purcell to talk about the emotional toll that comes with constantly fighting for our kids.

Missy opens up about her own journey, including:

💜 How schools brushed off her early concerns with excuses like “he’s a boy” or “he’ll catch up”

💜 The guilt and exhaustion she felt when labeled “too much” in IEP meetings

💜 Why she co-founded a parent advocacy group to give families a stronger voice

💜 Practical advice for parents who feel overwhelmed and alone in this process

This conversation is raw, real, and full of hope. If you’ve ever felt unseen in an IEP meeting, I promise you’ll connect with Missy’s story.

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