Life on the Spectrum
Tune into Season 6 as we follow up our family’s latest autism revelation with the theme of “Life on the Spectrum”. In this season, Lia reflects on her experience growing up as an undiagnosed autistic individual and how her diagnosis in adulthood helped her better understand how to parent her autistic children. We share insights we have gained since learning of Lia’s diagnosis that can help you better understand your child’s autistic experiences as they grow. From what sensory overload feels like, to why clear and direct language can be so important and how to best prepare for a successful adulthood while taking their limitations and struggles into consideration. Season 6 “Life on the Spectrum” launches Friday, September 16th, 2022 everywhere you stream podcasts.
Bonus EP – Embracing Autism IRL – Meet Adelle Starin
In this episode of Embracing Autism IRL, we sit down with Adelle Starin, Owner of Baby’s on Broadway – a Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Center providing parents of autistic children with pediatric ambulatory devices, the Wonderfold Wagons. Join us as Adelle answers all our questions on how to apply for […]
EP 610 – Finding Neverland
Many autistic children become attached to so-called “childish interests” that remain in adulthood and are often stigmatized for them. We explore these interests and share why it’s okay to embrace one’s inner child.
EP 609 – Battling Sleep
Today we touch on the surprising relationship between sleep and autism and discuss why your child may be struggling to fall or stay asleep at night and how to help them get some rest.
EP 608 – Building Career Pathways
Today we discuss the unique challenges autistic individuals face within the workforce and education system. We share insights as to what your child may experience as well as what they can do to make this transition easier.
EP 607 – Masking Autism
We peer behind the mask and explore what it means to disguise one’s authentic self and discuss how masking can negatively impact your autistic child.
EP 606 – Saying What You Mean
Today we tackle the topic of autistic communication, how challenges in this area can cause miscommunications or misperceptions, and what you as a parent can do to ease the frustration for your child.
EP 605 – Preventing Sensory Overload
What exactly is a sensory diet and how can it help prevent sensory overload? Tune in as we share how to meet your child’s sensory needs through this stress-reducing technique. [Use bonus promo code AutismWish15 for 15% off of sensory merch at Lakikid.com]
EP 604 – Affirming Stimming
What exactly is stimming? What does it feel like to stim? And how does stimming impact my autistic child? Join us as we define stimming and share insights on its benefits and disadvantages from an autistic perspective.
EP 603 – Sensing Chaos
Do you ever wonder how your autistic child may sense the world? Today, we discuss what it feels like to experience sensory overload and how the sensory system differs for our children from an autistic perspective.
EP 602 – Thinking in Black & White
Autism is often associated with literal or black-and-white thinking. Today we discuss examples of this kind of thinking from an autistic perspective and how to communicate more effectively with your literal thinking child.
EP 601- Discovering Autism
Do you see a lot of yourself in your autistic child? Today we detail where to go if you suspect you or your spouse may be autistic and what to expect in the diagnostic process.
Season 06 Trailer
Tune in for a sneak peek of Season 6 as we share what you can expect from next season’s theme.