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	<title>Season 9, Episode #80 – Hope Loves Company</title>
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	<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:59:24 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[In this conversation, Jodi O'Donnell Ames shares her personal journey with ALS, beginning with her husband's diagnosis and the subsequent impact on their family. She discusses the founding of Hope Loves Company, a nonprofit organization that provides resources and support for families affected by ALS. Jodi emphasizes the importance of community support, the need for hope, and the unique challenges faced by children in these situations. The conversation highlights the evolution of resources available for ALS families and the critical role of advocacy and awareness in improving quality of life for those affected. ]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this conversation, Jodi ODonnell Ames shares her personal journey with ALS, beginning with her husbands diagnosis and the subsequent impact on their family. She discusses the founding of Hope Loves Company, a nonprofit organization that provides resou]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<title>Season 9, Episode #79 – Life with ALS</title>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:51:21 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[May is the National ALS Awareness Month. In this heartfelt interview, Christina shares her family's journey with her husband Brian's ALS diagnosis, exploring the emotional, practical, and community support aspects of living with a terminal illness. The conversation highlights the importance of honesty, resilience, and maintaining normalcy for children and families facing ALS. ]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[May is the National ALS Awareness Month. In this heartfelt interview, Christina shares her familys journey with her husband Brians ALS diagnosis, exploring the emotional, practical, and community support aspects of living with a terminal illness. The con]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[May is the National ALS Awareness Month. In this heartfelt interview, Christina shares her family's journey with her husband Brian's ALS diagnosis, exploring the emotional, practical, and community support aspects of living with a terminal illness. The conversation highlights the importance of honesty, resilience, and maintaining normalcy for children and families facing ALS. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[May is the National ALS Awareness Month. In this heartfelt interview, Christina shares her family's journey with her husband Brian's ALS diagnosis, exploring the emotional, practical, and community support aspects of living with a terminal illness. The conversation highlights the importance of honesty, resilience, and maintaining normalcy for children and families facing ALS. ]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Season 9, Episode #78 &#8211; Illness in the Army</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:19:51 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[April is the National Month of the Military Child. This episode features a military family sharing their journey through medical challenges, relocations, and resilience. They discuss navigating healthcare overseas, supporting military children, and maintaining hope amidst adversity.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[April is the National Month of the Military Child. This episode features a military family sharing their journey through medical challenges, relocations, and resilience. They discuss navigating healthcare overseas, supporting military children, and maint]]></itunes:subtitle>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[April is the National Month of the Military Child. This episode features a military family sharing their journey through medical challenges, relocations, and resilience. They discuss navigating healthcare overseas, supporting military children, and maintaining hope amidst adversity.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Season 9, Episode #77 – Month of the Military Child</title>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:58:24 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[April is the National Month of the Military Child: In this episode, Stacey Malcolm, a Child Life Specialist and military spouse, shares insights on supporting military families through illness, injury, and deployment. She discusses her private practice, resources, and strategies for fostering resilience and connection amidst frequent moves and challenges. ]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[April is the National Month of the Military Child: In this episode, Stacey Malcolm, a Child Life Specialist and military spouse, shares insights on supporting military families through illness, injury, and deployment. She discusses her private practice, ]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[April is the National Month of the Military Child: In this episode, Stacey Malcolm, a Child Life Specialist and military spouse, shares insights on supporting military families through illness, injury, and deployment. She discusses her private practice, resources, and strategies for fostering resilience and connection amidst frequent moves and challenges. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[April is the National Month of the Military Child: In this episode, Stacey Malcolm, a Child Life Specialist and military spouse, shares insights on supporting military families through illness, injury, and deployment. She discusses her private practice, resources, and strategies for fostering resilience and connection amidst frequent moves and challenges. ]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Season 9, Episode #76 – A Symphony of Care</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:10:46 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Celebrating Child Life Month - Insights from a Child Life Specialist Supporting Families and Healthcare Teams: In this episode, Becca Schuetz shares her journey as a Child Life Specialist, discussing her diverse roles in hospitals, private practice, and community support through Wonders and Worries. We explore the unique challenges faced by professionals in this field, the importance of mentorship, and strategies for avoiding burnout, all while highlighting the critical value of interdisciplinary collaboration. ]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Celebrating Child Life Month - Insights from a Child Life Specialist Supporting Families and Healthcare Teams: In this episode, Becca Schuetz shares her journey as a Child Life Specialist, discussing her diverse roles in hospitals, private practice, and ]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[Celebrating Child Life Month - Insights from a Child Life Specialist Supporting Families and Healthcare Teams: In this episode, Becca Schuetz shares her journey as a Child Life Specialist, discussing her diverse roles in hospitals, private practice, and community support through Wonders and Worries. We explore the unique challenges faced by professionals in this field, the importance of mentorship, and strategies for avoiding burnout, all while highlighting the critical value of interdisciplinary collaboration. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Celebrating Child Life Month - Insights from a Child Life Specialist Supporting Families and Healthcare Teams: In this episode, Becca Schuetz shares her journey as a Child Life Specialist, discussing her diverse roles in hospitals, private practice, and community support through Wonders and Worries. We explore the unique challenges faced by professionals in this field, the importance of mentorship, and strategies for avoiding burnout, all while highlighting the critical value of interdisciplinary collaboration. ]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Season 2 Episode #21 (Revisited) – Our Favorite Things</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:07:42 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[In this podcast, we are joined by Shani Thornton, CCLS as she collaborates to share a Child Life Specialist’s take on Oprah’s Favorite Things. Resources in the community, favorite calming techniques, the best things about supporting kids...it’s all in there.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this podcast, we are joined by Shani Thornton, CCLS as she collaborates to share a Child Life Specialist’s take on Oprah’s Favorite Things. Resources in the community, favorite calming techniques, the best things about supporting kids...it’s all in th]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[In this podcast, we are joined by Shani Thornton, CCLS as she collaborates to share a Child Life Specialist’s take on Oprah’s Favorite Things. Resources in the community, favorite calming techniques, the best things about supporting kids...it’s all in there.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this podcast, we are joined by Shani Thornton, CCLS as she collaborates to share a Child Life Specialist’s take on Oprah’s Favorite Things. Resources in the community, favorite calming techniques, the best things about supporting kids...it’s all in there.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Season 3, Episode #24 (Revisited) &#8211; Beats</title>
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	<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:55:51 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[In this episode, we meet Kristin Malaer, a Certified Transplant Social Worker in Houston, TX and cohost of the podcast, Beats by Social Work. As February marks the beginning of American Heart Month and a space to focus on cardiovascular health, listen in as we highlight in this episode the social work profession and its specific roles and supports for families navigating heart transplants. ]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode, we meet Kristin Malaer, a Certified Transplant Social Worker in Houston, TX and cohost of the podcast, Beats by Social Work. As February marks the beginning of American Heart Month and a space to focus on cardiovascular health, listen in]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode, we meet Kristin Malaer, a Certified Transplant Social Worker in Houston, TX and cohost of the podcast, Beats by Social Work. As February marks the beginning of American Heart Month and a space to focus on cardiovascular health, listen in as we highlight in this episode the social work profession and its specific roles and supports for families navigating heart transplants. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, we meet Kristin Malaer, a Certified Transplant Social Worker in Houston, TX and cohost of the podcast, Beats by Social Work. As February marks the beginning of American Heart Month and a space to focus on cardiovascular health, listen in as we highlight in this episode the social work profession and its specific roles and supports for families navigating heart transplants. ]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Season 9, Episode #75 – Childhood Matters</title>
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	<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 22:39:51 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[In this episode we meet Shaleena Tareen, the founder and president of Childhood Matters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families navigating childhood mental health challenges. Throughout the conversation, Shaleena provides valuable insights into building emotional intelligence in children, the significance of open communication within families, and the role of community support. She encourages parents to model emotional awareness and coping strategies for their children, emphasizing that connection and understanding are key to navigating difficult times. The episode concludes with Shaleena sharing details about upcoming events and resources available through Childhood Matters, reinforcing the message that families are not alone in their struggles and that help is available.]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode we meet Shaleena Tareen, the founder and president of Childhood Matters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families navigating childhood mental health challenges. Throughout the conversation, Shaleena provides valuable insi]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[In this episode we meet Shaleena Tareen, the founder and president of Childhood Matters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families navigating childhood mental health challenges. Throughout the conversation, Shaleena provides valuable insights into building emotional intelligence in children, the significance of open communication within families, and the role of community support. She encourages parents to model emotional awareness and coping strategies for their children, emphasizing that connection and understanding are key to navigating difficult times. The episode concludes with Shaleena sharing details about upcoming events and resources available through Childhood Matters, reinforcing the message that families are not alone in their struggles and that help is available.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode we meet Shaleena Tareen, the founder and president of Childhood Matters, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families navigating childhood mental health challenges. Throughout the conversation, Shaleena provides valuable insights into building emotional intelligence in children, the significance of open communication within families, and the role of community support. She encourages parents to model emotional awareness and coping strategies for their children, emphasizing that connection and understanding are key to navigating difficult times. The episode concludes with Shaleena sharing details about upcoming events and resources available through Childhood Matters, reinforcing the message that families are not alone in their struggles and that help is available.]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Season 9, Episode #74 – Eluna Resource Center</title>
	<link>https://wondersandworries.org/podcast/season-9-episode-74-eluna-resource-center/</link>
	<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:08:01 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[In this conversation, Sarah Behm Guillén discusses her work at Eluna Resource Center, focusing on grief support for children and families impacted by loss and addiction. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing ambiguous loss, which includes non-death losses such as illness and estrangement. Sarah shares various coping strategies, including the Seven Cs model and the significance of community support. The conversation highlights the need for open discussions about grief and addiction, aiming to reduce stigma and encourage families to seek help. ]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this conversation, Sarah Behm Guillén discusses her work at Eluna Resource Center, focusing on grief support for children and families impacted by loss and addiction. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing ambiguous loss, which includes non-deat]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[In this conversation, Sarah Behm Guillén discusses her work at Eluna Resource Center, focusing on grief support for children and families impacted by loss and addiction. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing ambiguous loss, which includes non-death losses such as illness and estrangement. Sarah shares various coping strategies, including the Seven Cs model and the significance of community support. The conversation highlights the need for open discussions about grief and addiction, aiming to reduce stigma and encourage families to seek help. ]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this conversation, Sarah Behm Guillén discusses her work at Eluna Resource Center, focusing on grief support for children and families impacted by loss and addiction. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing ambiguous loss, which includes non-death losses such as illness and estrangement. Sarah shares various coping strategies, including the Seven Cs model and the significance of community support. The conversation highlights the need for open discussions about grief and addiction, aiming to reduce stigma and encourage families to seek help. ]]></itunes:summary>
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	<title>Season Special – Season 2025 in Review</title>
	<link>https://wondersandworries.org/podcast/season-special-season-2025-in-review/</link>
	<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 22:55:59 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[2025 was such a special collection of voices, national resources and incredible tools. We are so grateful. Join us today as we take a WonderCast™ glance at the greatness of 2025... in review. ]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[2025 was such a special collection of voices, national resources and incredible tools. We are so grateful. Join us today as we take a WonderCast™ glance at the greatness of 2025... in review. ]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<content:encoded><![CDATA[2025 was such a special collection of voices, national resources and incredible tools. We are so grateful. Join us today as we take a WonderCast™ glance at the greatness of 2025... in review. ]]></content:encoded>
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