From Weathering the Storm to Embracing Autism
In the premiering season of Embracing Autism, we guide you from the very beginning of your autism parenting journey. From initial red flags, to diagnosis day, and familiarizing you with the most commonly recommended therapies, this season is all about helping you go from feeling like you’re just barely weathering the storm to learning how to fully embrace autism.
EP 112 – Embracing Autism
We conclude Season One with final thoughts on how to go from ‘Weathering the Storm’ to ‘Embracing Autism’ and how to transform negative perceptions of autism to one of positivity and acceptance.
EP 111 – Anticipating Controversy
In this episode, we will tackle contentious topics in the autistic community and talk about why topics such as the puzzle piece symbol, person-first language among others are controversial and hotly debated.
EP 110 – Applied Behavioral Analysis
Unsure about ABA? In this episode, we review what’s considered the ‘Golden Standard’ therapy for Autism, Applied Behavioral Analysis, also known as ABA and discuss common goals for this form of therapy, how it is used to improve a child’s quality of life and what makes it so controversial.
EP 109 – Speech Therapy
We take a deeper look into what you can expect at your child’s Speech Therapy (ST) sessions, what target areas Speech Therapy can help with, and some tools that may be provided to your child to include the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), sign language, and electronic communication devices (i.e. […]
EP 108 – Physical Therapy
Tune in as we explore Physical Therapy (PT) and what you can expect during sessions as we discuss common activities, potential benefits, and how Physical Therapy can help your child work on balance, core strength, or coordination among other key areas. We also explore how you can recreate physical therapy at […]
EP 107 – Occupational Therapy
Considering Occupational Therapy (OT)? Learn more about what you can expect in OT and some common reasons your child may be referred. We discuss examples of activities your child may work on during sessions to include heavy work, feeding therapy, and sensory regulation while sharing our personal insights and experiences […]
EP 106 – Finding the Balance
In this episode, we discuss the various therapies your child may be referred to after receiving an Autism diagnosis and give tips on how to manage your schedule as well as what to do if your child appears to hate therapy.
EP 105 – Navigating Financial & Educational Resources
In this episode, we will review a variety of financial resources and education programs to help support your autistic child that are available in the United States. From IEPs and IFSPs to SSDI, Medicaid, and the Autism Waiver, we discuss it all! It’s important to note that each state has […]
EP 104 – Weathering the Storm
In this episode, we focus on why it’s okay and even natural to go through a season of grief after an autism diagnosis and how to overcome it with a simple change of perspective.
EP 103 – Conquering D-Day
Tune in as we discuss what to expect at your child’s autism evaluation and compare the benefits and disadvantages of an in-person evaluation versus a telehealth or virtual assessment.
EP 102 – Prepping for D-Day
So your child is on the waitlist, now what? Autism Evaluation waitlists take forever (1-2 years!), but that doesn’t mean you have to be stuck while you wait. Learn how to prepare for your child’s autism diagnosis and what you can do in the meantime. From where to get your […]
EP 101 – Demystifying Autism
What exactly is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Is my child showing red flags? Should I be concerned? Demystify Autism and learn about some common red flags, as we pull directly from our personal experience while tapping lightly into the science.
EP 100 – Welcome To Embracing Autism
No matter where you are in your child’s autism journey, we’ve got your back. Hi! We are Lia and Matthew McCabe, neurodiverse parents of autistic children and founders of AutismWish. Tune in as we discuss how our special needs girls inspired us to create our charity initiative and what we […]
Season 01 Trailer
Enjoy a teaser of the upcoming podcast, Embracing Autism launching Friday, June 18, 2021. This podcast is brought to you by AutismWish, granting wishes to children on the spectrum and providing parent resources. Follow us on Facebook @AutismWish.