Episode #55: Threads of Change: Honest Conversations About Balancing Careers and Parenting Kids with Disabilities
Date: August 14, 2025
Duration: 32:31
Being a working parent in any industry comes with its set of challenges, and the printing industry is no exception. But one topic that many people don’t talk about is the unique challenges — and rewards — faced by parents of children with special needs.
This episode of Threads of Change features an interview with Elise Carr, managing editor for PRINTING United Alliance Journal, and Dan Marx, content director for Wide-format Impressions. The discussion offers a candid deep-dive on managing work-life balance, navigating the unique demands of raising children with disabilities, and finding support systems. Tune in to explore the realities, resources, and heartfelt stories that inspire change and understanding within the industry.
Bonus reading: Thoughts From a caregiver (and Working Professional) – By Dan Marx
Bonus Reading: Advice From a Caregiver: Balancing Work and Life with a Special-Needs Child – By Elise Hacking Carr
Elise Carr and Dan Marx – Threads of Change Episode Time Stamps
04:09 – Personal Stories: Balancing Careers and Special Needs Parenting
10:19 – Challenges and Triumphs in Special Needs Parenting
14:56 – Changing Needs of Each Family
17:26 – Resources and Support Systems
19:29 – The Role of a Caretaker
21:03 – The Beauty in the Challenge of Special Needs Parenting
30:32 – Closing Thoughts and Future Episodes
Past Episodes
July 2025 – Empowering Future Innovators Through Apparel Industry Education
June 2025 – Sales Strategies: Building Powerhouse Relationships with Jenna Quaranta
May 2025 – Navigating Mental Health and Personal Growth with Amanda Delaney
April 2025 – Empowering Role Models in the Printing Industry with Kathy Cheng
March 2025 –Tackling Tough Topics in the Printing Industry with Cassie Green and Kristine Shreve
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