Episode – Page 12 – AutismWish

EP 715 – Parenting Through Chaos

We talk about autism A LOT, but the truth of the matter is – most of us are dealing with other pressures, stressors, and relationship conflicts that often enhance an already challenging situation. Today we discuss what some of these challenges have been for our family and share the lessons Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago May 18, 2023

IRL – Advocating for Your Autistic Child: Key IEP Tips with Laura Hales

In today’s episode, we discuss how to advocate for your child in school, important ‘buzzwords’ you should know, your child’s rights, and what parents can do to make sure their voices are heard during those critical IEP meetings. Laura Hales is a Mother of two autistic children, autism advocate, and Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago May 21, 2025

EP 714 – 100th Episode Celebration

We made it to our 100th episode of the Embracing Autism Podcast! Today we will share reflections on our journey thus far and what we’ve learned along the way. We will also be sharing our favorite listener reviews and emails we’ve received. Please consider supporting us at autismwish.org/give to help Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago May 4, 2023

IRL – Breaking Through the Disconnect with Kate Swenson

Kate Swenson, the founder of Finding Cooper’s Voice and nonprofit, The More Than Project, is a mother, a wife, and a proud Minnesotan. She writes and creates videos regularly about her life as a mother and an autism advocate for Facebook, Instagram, and her website, Finding Cooper’s Voice. Her book, Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago May 21, 2025

EP 713 – Stopping the Stigma

Oftentimes autistic individuals and their family members face blame, shame, and rejection typically from those who are misinformed about the nature of Autism. Today we focus on how to spot the stigma and the importance of stopping it. Our listeners get a FREE AngelSense GPS tracker during Autism Acceptance Month Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago April 20, 2023

EP 712 – A “Little” On The Spectrum

“Aren’t we all a little on the spectrum?” I’m sure you’ve heard it said before! Today we touch on what it means to be autistic and how dismissive it can be to claim that everyone is “a little autistic”. We’ll also make suggestions on alternative ways to state your support! Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago April 13, 2023

EP 711 – Curing Autism: Understanding the Debate

Is there a cure for Autism, and if so, should there be? Today we discuss the ethical and moral questions surrounding the topic of “curing” Autism. We also share personal and community insights from this ongoing debate. Our listeners get a FREE AngelSense GPS tracker during Autism Acceptance Month April Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago April 6, 2023

IRL – From Violent Struggles to Triumph: A Troubled Child’s Journey with Lulu Mahne

Why do some autistic children struggle with severe behavioral challenges? What does the brain have to do with it and can anything be done? Today we sit down with Lulu Mahne, an autistic adult whose dangerous and aggressive outbursts as a child led him to learn more about his neurology, Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago May 21, 2025

EP 710 – Ask Us Anything!

Join us as for a special AMA (Ask Me Anything – or rather Ask “Us” Anything) session where we answer your questions! Questions were submitted in advance via email at podcast@autismwish.org and during a livestream that aired on March 17, 2023.

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago March 23, 2023

EP 709 – Co-regulating Through Meltdowns

Have you struggled with addressing your child’s meltdowns? Does it feel like none of the typical techniques are working? Today we discuss how co-regulation may be the key to success and why using this method has brought us closer to our girls. Check out the AngelSense GPS tracking device while Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 3 years ago March 15, 2023