Elana Meyers Taylor is a three time Olympic medalist and a two time women’s world champion (woah!) in bobsledding. She also happens to have the cutest little training buddy.. her son Nico, who has Down syndrome! Elana gave birth as the pandemic began and between receiving Nico’s diagnosis and raising a baby in the middle of quarantine (all while continuing to train for the Olympics) her journey has been anything but typical!
In the midst of her family’s busy schedule, Elana advocates across the globe. She proudly brings her son to all of her events and doesn’t shy away from discussing DS - especially with the athletes from the countries who hope to eradicate Down syndrome entirely (more on that in other episodes!). We’re so proud to advocate alongside Elana! Enjoy this interview.. and be sure to cheer her on in the 2022 Winter Games!
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172. Defining Ableism, Allyship & Advocacy + Redefining "Inclusion" - ft. Dr. Priya Lalvani
171. What does belonging actually mean? (Storytelling Tour Recap with Heather + Josh Avis!)
170. Why I Became A Pediatrician for Individuals with Down syndrome (ft. Dr. Kishore Vellody)
169. The Harm in Using People with Disabilities As "Inspiration" in Clickbait Viral Videos
168. When is it time to have "the talk" with your child with Down syndrome? (ft. Dr. Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L)
167. Raising A #BossLady (ft. Rebecca Kutcher)
166. An Interview with An #IronFamily - ft. Jazmine & Chad Faries + Patrick Longstreth
165. Delivering HOPE w/A New DS Diagnosis (ft. Rick Smith, father + advocate!)
164. Choosing Your (Summer) Battles
163. What does success mean to you?
162. What happens after high school? (Ft. Val - Recent OT Grad + TLFP Producer!)
161. Let's Talk About Abortion & Disability
160. Organ Transplant Discrimination Against People with Disabilities (ft. incredible advocates!)
159. The Trouble With Self-Care
158. Faith, Healing, & Disability, ft. Amy Julia Becker (Mother/Author)
157. Sibling Dynamics & Down Syndrome
156. From Special Educator to Education Advocate, ft. Markeisha Hall
155. A Candid Conversation About Raising a Child with A Dual Diagnosis
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