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Silver Linings
The Wheelchair Dad + Andrea
7 episodes
4 days ago
We’re Dan and Andrea Kotter—parents of six, best friends, and partners in chaos. After Dan’s accident left him paralyzed, life changed—but so did our perspective. On this podcast, we share the real, unfiltered journey of raising a big family, navigating marriage, disability, faith, and finding joy in the mess. It’s raw, it’s honest, and sometimes hilarious. Whether you’re here for the parenting stories or the deeper conversations—we’re glad you’re here.
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We’re Dan and Andrea Kotter—parents of six, best friends, and partners in chaos. After Dan’s accident left him paralyzed, life changed—but so did our perspective. On this podcast, we share the real, unfiltered journey of raising a big family, navigating marriage, disability, faith, and finding joy in the mess. It’s raw, it’s honest, and sometimes hilarious. Whether you’re here for the parenting stories or the deeper conversations—we’re glad you’re here.
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Parenting Styles: Our Journey and Struggles
Silver Linings
41 minutes 20 seconds
4 months ago
Parenting Styles: Our Journey and Struggles


In this episode we dive into the complexities of blending families, parenting with different approaches, and the emotional journey of wanting children. Especially when dealing with disabilities and fertility struggles. We share personal insights on how faith and spiritual promptings guided us through challenging decisions about expanding our family despite numerous obstacles. We dive into the power of trust in relationships, the realities of parenting from a wheelchair, and the unexpected joy and personal growth that came from welcoming two more children into our lives. This heartfelt discussion underscores the power of trust, love, and resilience in building a harmonious blended family.

00:00 Challenges of Blended Families

01:21 The Decision to Have More Children

03:31 Blending Families: Initial Struggles

04:43 Personal Reflections on Parenthood

08:20 Fertility Struggles and Adoption

16:17 Spiritual Promptings and New Beginnings

20:54 Facing Doubts and Fears of Parenthood

23:32 Navigating the Challenges of In Vitro

24:18 Experiencing the Heartbreak of Miscarriage

27:31 The Joy and Complexity of Twins

29:34 Adapting to Life with a Newborn

37:37 The Role of Older Siblings

38:32 Trusting in a Higher Plan

40:36 Concluding Thoughts and Encouragement

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Silver Linings
We’re Dan and Andrea Kotter—parents of six, best friends, and partners in chaos. After Dan’s accident left him paralyzed, life changed—but so did our perspective. On this podcast, we share the real, unfiltered journey of raising a big family, navigating marriage, disability, faith, and finding joy in the mess. It’s raw, it’s honest, and sometimes hilarious. Whether you’re here for the parenting stories or the deeper conversations—we’re glad you’re here.