If Your Child Isn’t Progressing, It’s Time to Look Closer at the IEP
April 23, 2026
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By: Frances Shefter, Esq. When your child has an IEP, you expect to see progress. That’s the whole point. So,
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EP 140 | Dr. Maggie Kang: From Overwhelm to Confident IEP Advocacy
April 22, 2026
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When a child receives a diagnosis—whether medical or educational—it can feel like the ground shifts beneath your feet. The future
Extended School Year (ESY): What It Is and Whether Your Child Should Attend
April 16, 2026
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By: Frances Shefter, Esq. Right now, many schools are holding IEP meetings to decide if students qualify for Extended School
EP 139 | Matthew Fishleder on Finding Your Parenting Voice During IEP Stress
April 14, 2026
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In this episode of Stress-Free IEP, Frances Shefter sits down with psychotherapist Matthew Fishleder to tackle something every parent—especially those
Why Bringing an Attorney to an IEP Meeting Matters
April 9, 2026
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Parents often ask whether bringing an attorney to an IEP meeting really makes a difference. The answer is yes—and it
EP 138 | Manisha Patel on Mediation, Collaborative Divorce, and Family Law
April 8, 2026
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In this episode of Stress-Free IEP, Frances Shefter speaks with family law attorney, mediator, and collaborative divorce professional Manisha
“Let’s Wait and See” Is Not a Plan
April 2, 2026
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By: Frances Shefter, Esq. There are few phrases that frustrate parents more than this one: “Let’s wait and see.” As both
EP 137 | Leah Ellis: Teaching Kids Entrepreneurship and Real-World Leadership
April 1, 2026
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In this episode of Stress-Free IEP, Frances Shefter sits down with Leah Ellis—founder of the Society of Child Entrepreneurs—to challenge
“If You Can’t, I’ll Come Get You”: A Parent’s Turning Point
March 26, 2026
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By: Frances Shefter, Esq. School refusal is one of the hardest things to navigate as a parent. It’s emotional, confusing, and often
EP 136 | Why Schools Need Regulation — Not More Curriculum, With Emily Daniels
March 25, 2026
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This episode hits a nerve—literally. Instead of talking about test scores, curriculum gaps, or academic strategies, the conversation shifts to
