Show Notes
Episode Summary:
In this powerful and deeply human episode of The Autism Dad Podcast, I sit down with husband-and-wife team Jeremy Dyen and Dr. Mika Gupta, co-founders of Mama Bird, to explore the emotional and transformative journey of parenting a child with Down syndrome.
We talk about:
Navigating a life-changing diagnosis
Finding purpose in unexpected places
Supporting your child’s unique needs without losing yourself in the process
How their personal journey led to creating brain-focused supplements for kids and families
Whether you’re parenting a child with a disability or looking for inspiration from parents who truly get it, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
Topics Covered:
Birth and diagnosis stories
NICU experiences and emotional aftermath
Early intervention and the Family Hope Center
How Down syndrome changed their worldview
Building Mama Bird from lived experience
The importance of brain health and nutrition
Parenting tips, mindset shifts, and daily struggles
Advice for newly diagnosed families
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Guest Bios:
Dr. Mika Gupta is a board-certified neurologist, autism mom, and co-founder of Mama Bird, a company creating brain-first vitamins and supplements for children and families. Her personal journey raising a child with Down syndrome deeply informs her professional mission.
Jeremy Dyen is a musician, dad, and co-founder of Mama Bird. With a background in mindfulness and creative arts, Jeremy brings a unique and compassionate perspective to parenting and product development.
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