Behind the Capes Podcast

06/04/2026

💛 TO THE PARENTS…

Today we’re thinking about the parents waiting for test results.

The waiting.
The wondering.
The hoping.
The fear.
The questions.

If this is part of your story, we want you to know something:

You are not alone.

The Behind the Capes community is full of families who understand what it’s like to carry things most people never see.

We see you. 💛

06/04/2026

This is genius!! I know I hated washing the syringes!

06/04/2026

One of the things we discussed in this week’s episode with Adrienne was Born Abel, a nonprofit dedicated to highlighting abilities, celebrating worth, and supporting families of medically complex children.

As parents, we know how important it is to find resources and communities that truly understand this journey.

If you’d like to learn more about the work they’re doing, visit BornAbel.org 💛

And if you haven’t listened yet, check out:

🎙️ From Heart to Action: Special Needs Parenting and AI-Powered Advocacy

We’re so glad you’re here. 💛

06/03/2026

🎙️ NEW EPISODE OUT NOW! 💙❤️

This week’s episode is a special one.

We’re joined by one of our biggest supporters, Adrienne, for an incredible conversation about special needs parenting, advocacy, and the ways AI-powered tools are helping families create connection, support, and resources.

As Riley’s mom, Adrienne brings a perspective shaped by lived experience. Like many of our families, her journey includes a long NICU stay, open-heart surgery, feeding tube life, and all the challenges and victories that come with raising a medically complex child. Alongside Riley’s twin sister, Willow, her family’s experiences have fueled a passion for advocacy and helping others feel less alone.

We talked about:
💛 parenting through the unexpected
💛 finding community and connection
💛 turning personal experience into advocacy
💛 using technology as a tool for support and empowerment

This conversation left us feeling inspired, hopeful, and excited about what can happen when parents use their voices to create change.

We can’t wait for you to hear it.

🎧 From Heart to Action: Special Needs Parenting and AI-Powered Advocacy is streaming now wherever you listen to podcasts.

And as always…

We’re so glad you’re here. 💛

Check out Born Abel if you’re curious why we live them so much!

06/02/2026

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride Month 💛

At Behind the Capes, we believe everyone deserves to be seen, accepted, and valued for exactly who they are.

Our community is built on support, understanding, and the belief that no one should have to walk their journey alone.

This month and every month, we stand with and support the LGBTQ+ community.

Because every person deserves to feel safe, loved, respected, and like they belong. 💛

06/01/2026

💛 MILESTONE MONDAY 💛

Sometimes the victories that mean the most would look “small” to everyone else…

…but to us? They’re everything.

A new word.
A safe appointment.
A successful therapy session.
A full night of sleep.
A first bite of food.
A calmer day.
One less alarm.
One more step forward.

So tell us:

✨ What’s one thing your child accomplished recently that made you emotional? ✨

We want to celebrate with you. 💙❤️

05/31/2026

05/30/2026

“Behind every superhero kid…”

is a parent carrying hope through the hard days 💙

Caption idea:
Some days feel impossible.
Some seasons feel heavy.

But medical parents become experts at carrying hope and fear at the exact same time.

And somehow… we keep going.

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05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for others. ❤️🤍💙

As parents raising children who fight battles every day, we understand how deeply love can fuel sacrifice.

Today isn’t just about a long weekend.
It’s about remembering the people who carried others before themselves.

We’re grateful because of them.

05/25/2026

Milestone Monday 💛

We celebrate things that the world might not always see—
but we know how big they really are.

Today’s question:
What’s something your child taught YOU recently

Drop your answer below ⬇️
We want to celebrate with you.

Because every milestone matters here. 💛