Special Mums Africa

Special Mums Africa (SMA) is a groundbreaking podcast hosted by special needs <br />mums and advocates Yemisi Fajimolu-Taiwo (Actress and TV host), Bukola Ayinde <br />(Lawyer and Author) and Tonye Faloughi-Ekezie (Author and Content Producer). <br /> <br />In the Podcast, they do away with myths and explore what it is really like raising a <br />child with special needs. The hosts share their own experiences in exploring such <br />topics as the diagnosis, marriage, intimacy, education, finances, nutrition, siblings, <br />what parents really think but never say out loud.... and more! <br /> <br />Informative and heartfelt, Special Mums Africa delves into the lived experience, <br />realities and impact of having and raising children with special needs. <br /> <br />Note: <br />Each episode ends with “The Honest Truth”. One minute where the hosts ask the <br />guests to share the truth about the journey. Something they may think but rarely say out <br />loud.

The Daddy Edition Part 3

We’ve heard a lot about mums so far in the series, but what about the guys? Welcome to the “Daddy Edition”, our juicy bonus episode where we explore what it’s really like for dads going through the special needs parenting journey? Recorded live at Africa NXT 2023, join Paul Okeugo, Obinna Okerekeocha, Remi Olutimayin and Tonye Faloughi-Ekezie as they delve into the topic from the male perspective.In part 3 we look at what can be done to support dad’s more and answer some questions from the audience

03-17
23:48

The Daddy Edition Part 2

We’ve heard a lot about mums so far in the series, but what about the guys? Welcome to the “Daddy Edition”, our juicy bonus episode where we explore what it’s really like for dads going through the special needs parenting journey.Recorded live at Africa NXT 2023, join Paul Okeugo, Obinna Okerekeocha, Remi Olutimayin and Tonye Faloughi-Ekezie as they delve into the topic from the male perspective.In Part 2 we look at stereotypes of what it means to be a man. How does the special needs parenting journey affects relationships and marriage?

03-09
21:49

The Daddy Edition

We’ve heard a lot about mums so far in the series, but what about the guys? Welcome to the “Daddy Edition”, our juicy bonus episode where we explore what it’s really like for dads going through the special needs parenting journey.Recorded live at Africa NXT 2023, join Paul Okeugo, Obinna Okerekeocha, Remi Olutimayin and Tonye Faloughi-Ekezie as they delve into the topic from the male perspective.In part 1 we meet the dads and find out what their special needs parenting journey has been like.

03-03
21:08

Social Media and the Special Needs Parenting Journey Part 3

Recorded at Africa Nxt Social Media Week 2022 Landmark Centre Lagos, the hosts share their views on how social media can help and hinder the special needs parenting journey.

06-10
26:09

Social Media and the Special Needs Parenting Journey Part 2

Recorded at Africa Nxt Social Media Week 2022 Landmark Centre Lagos, the hosts share their views on how social media can help and hinder the special needs parenting journey.

06-03
29:22

Social Media And The Special Needs Parenting Journey Part 1

Recorded at Africa Nxt Social Media Week 2022 Landmark Centre Lagos, the hosts share their views on how social media can help and hinder the special needs parenting journey.

05-27
29:00

Parent Advocate - Solape Azazi

We meet parent advocates and the founder of Cradle Lounge Special Needs Initiative.

05-06
25:57

Special Needs Foundation - Tola Makinde

We speak to proprietress Tola Makinde. Founder of MDSF and has a 10-year-old daughter with DS. Her daughter Moyin is the voice of Sim Sim in the upcoming Pilot Ep for the animation Ugo and Sim Sim the series

04-29
25:09

Parent Avocate - Tagbo Okeke

Tagbo is the proud father of 12-year-old Kanye who has autism and has found his voice through his extraordinary paintings. Kanye now exhibits his works all over the world and is breaking ground in the art scene.

04-22
25:23

Down Syndrome And Intellectual Disability - Rose Mordi

We meet a trailblazer in the special needs community, the founder of Down Syndrome Nigeria, Mrs Rose Mordi. She has a 34-year-old daughter with DS

04-15
31:43

The Importance Of Play - Gabriel Aigbokhaode

We talk to Gabriel Aigbokhaode, Play Therapist and founder of Play Smart Concepts on the importance of play in the development and how the concept is applied to children with special needs

04-08
28:34

Covid And Special Needs - Dr Atinuke Uwajeh

We speak to Dr. Atinuke Uwajeh on the effect of covid and lockdown on those with special needs. How has life and care been affected as a result?

04-01
20:10

Special Needs Siblings - Jessica Bongos

The relationship between siblings of those with special needs is an interesting one. We chat with recording artist Jessica Bongos-Ikwue whose brother Junior has Down Syndrome. What was life like in the past and what is it like now they are both adults?

03-21
29:01

Special Needs, Special Provider - Dotun Akande

We speak to founder Mrs Dotun Akande ACAS (Advanced Certified Autism Specialist) on her journey having a child with autism and what led her to start Patrick's Speech and Language Centre

03-18
26:16

Parent Advocate - Obinna Okerekeocha

Creative Director at Red TV talks about raising his son with special needs

03-11
31:04

Mental Health - Oluwatoyin Ogunkanmi

We dive into issues of mental health. Statistics show that parents that have children with special needs suffer more mental health issues. Not only that but people with disabilities are also at higher risk of mental health issues. We talk about why and what can be done about it?

03-04
27:02

Parent Advocate - Sanaipei Ntimama

We meet our first Non-Nigerian of the podcast series, former Kenyan beauty queen and celebrity Sanaipei Ntimama. We get to know about her son Kalel who is autistic and the founding of the Kalel Institute.

02-25
29:14

Creative Arts And Special Needs - Zusi Bolodeoku

We delve into the importance of the creative arts for all children, but especially for those with special needs. It serves as a vehicle for learning and so much more. We speak to zusi as the founder of FOS inclusive creative arts centre.

02-18
31:37

Self- Advocate - Remi Olutimayin

The first voice over animation director in Nigeria, who also is on the autism spectrum

02-14
28:27

Physical Therapy - Dr Remi Durojaiye

The premier Physical Therapist in Nigeria. We get to know more about body-mind connection and the important part physical therapy has for those with special needs

02-04
28:52

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