{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"281: Dear Mom, - Amy Amaradio","description":"On this week\u2019s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Amy Amaradio - mama and founder of Dear Mom, a movement and community that uplifts and connects mothers raising children with Down Syndrome and other differences. Amy\u2019s story began in Michigan, where she grew up with deep family roots, a strong faith, and a heart for connection. Years later, she settled in California where she built her family, including her son, Rocco, who has what Amy lovingly calls \u201cthat magical extra chromosome.\u201d Like so many new moms on this journey, Amy faced uncertainty, questions, and fears - but she soon discovered the power of community. It was through friendship and connection with other moms who understood that she found strength, hope, and belonging. That realization inspired Amy to create Dear Mom, - a space where moms could come together to share stories, support one another, and celebrate the beauty and strength of their children. What began as a simple dream soon grew into a thriving movement - with annual Dear Mom Conferences, heartfelt Dear Mom Letters, and a growing sisterhood of women from across the country and around the world who remind one another that they are never alone. Grounded in love, empowerment, and community, Amy\u2019s mission continues to uplift families everywhere - empowering mothers to find their voices, embrace their journeys, and walk together with hope. In this episode, you\u2019ll hear: \u2728 Amy\u2019s inspiring life story and how her story shaped her life's mission; \u2728 The story of her son Rocco and how his birth and life inspired Dear Mom; \u2728 The power of community and connection for moms raising children with Down Syndrome and children with other differences; \u2728 How the Dear Mom movement has grown \u2014 and the beautiful impact it\u2019s making worldwide; \u2728 Amy\u2019s advice for moms navigating uncertainty, fear, and new beginnings; \u2728 And so much more! \ud83d\udcab Amy Amaradio is a 1 Girl Revolution \u2014 a woman using her story, her voice, and her community to uplift and empower mothers everywhere. Connect with Amy and Dear Mom: \ud83c\udf10 Website: DearMomCo.com \ud83d\udcf8 Instagram: @dearmomconference \ud83c\udfa7 Listen + Subscribe: Don\u2019t miss this inspiring conversation \u2014 and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts. \u2728 Join the movement to empower women and girls \u2014 and change the world, one story at a time. For more information, visit 1GirlRevolution.com ","author_name":"1 Girl Revolution","author_url":"https:\/\/1girlrevolution.com\/podcast\/","html":"