You're watching:
S5 E6 - Hold My Hand, Mama: Making Small Moments Last with Gabrielle Martin
In this heartfelt episode, Theresa sits down with Gabrielle Martin, girl mom, marketing pro, and author of Hold My Hand, Mama. We explore the beauty hidden in life’s smallest, often overlooked moments.
Gabrielle shares how motherhood reshaped her perspective, inspiring her to turn everyday experiences into meaningful stories that leave a lasting impact. Together, they dive into the power of presence, the importance of slowing down, and how even the simplest interactions with our children can become powerful moments of connection.
This conversation is a gentle reminder for parents—especially those navigating the complexities of raising neurodivergent children—that connection doesn’t require perfection. It’s built in the quiet, ordinary moments… the hand holds, the shared laughter, and the times we choose to truly see our children.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How to capture and appreciate meaningful everyday moments
Why storytelling is a powerful tool in parenting
How to stay present, even during challenging seasons
The impact of connection-first parenting on your child’s development
Are you a busy parent, a caregiver, or someone longing to feel more grounded in your parenting journey? This episode will leave you feeling inspired. Slow down, lean in, and hold on tight to what truly matters.
Because sometimes… the smallest moments leave the biggest marks.
Learn more from Gabe at: https://www.holdmyhandmama.com/
Get her book here: https://a.co/d/6nc8xf3
Parenting on the Spectrum App
While you wait for services, don’t wait for progress. The Parenting on the Spectrum app helps you support, track, and celebrate your child or student's growth with practical tools and loving guidance. Because every moment matters. No waitlist required
Start today at: app.parentingonthespectrum.co
Your child isn’t broken.
They’re communicating in a language most people haven’t learned yet.
Inside my Parenting on the Spectrum personalized program, I teach parents how to understand that language and help their child build communication, regulation, and independence.
To learn more email: wecare@parentingonthespectrum.co
Pathways to Early Communication book
If you're like most parents, you want to do everything possible to help your child reach their fullest potential. Communication delays can be very frustrating and worrying for both children and parents. This book is a great tool for anyone working with infants and toddlers to help them develop the skills they need to prevent or reduce the effects of any possible delays. The author, who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist, uses stories from her own work to bring points home in an interesting and easy-to-read way. This book makes a great shower gift for any new parent!
Find it at your favourite book seller by following this link: https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicate
