DEAD Talks Dear Parents: Disability, Grief & Advocacy | Natalie Weaver (#114)
Natalie Weaver’s story is one of love, grief, and fierce advocacy. After losing her daughter Sophia in 2019 — a child born with facial differences and multiple disabilities — Natalie founded Sophia’s Voice to honor her memory and to fight for the rights of families navigating medical complexities.
In this episode of DEAD Talks, Natalie joins David Ferrugio to share her mission to protect the disability community online, the battles she’s fought against social media giants, and her personal journey through unimaginable grief. She offers parents hope, resilience, and a reminder that every life, no matter how different, has profound value.
This conversation is a powerful look at how grief can ignite purpose, how love continues beyond loss, and why advocacy for medically complex children and families is more important than ever.
👉 Subscribe for more raw and inspiring conversations on life, death, grief, and resilience.
Support the Show Join the DEAD Talks Patreon for just $5 to support the mission—and get episodes early & ad-free!
Merch
“Dead Dad Club” & “Dead Mom Club” – Wear your story, honor your people.
Exclusive Discounts
10% off Neurogum – powered by natural caffeine, L-theanine, and vitamins B6 & B12 to boost focus and energy.
About DEAD Talks
DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio approaches death differently. Each guest shares raw stories of grief, loss, or unique perspectives that challenge the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn’t end—it evolves. After losing his father on September 11th at just 12 years old, David discovered the power of conversation. Through laughter, tears, and honest dialogue, DEAD Talks helps make it a little easier to talk about death, mourning, trauma, and the life that continues beyond it.
Connect with DEAD TalksYouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | www.deadtalks.net