Episode – Page 9 – AutismWish

EP 733 – Autism Acceptance Month: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

It’s April and you know what that means, it’s officially Autism Acceptance Month! This time of year is intended to spread awareness and acceptance of autism spectrum disorder while organizations like AutismWish work hard towards fundraising and charitable missions, but it’s not all sunshine and roses. Today we chat about Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago April 11, 2024

IRL – From Nonverbal to Trailblazer with Love on the Spectrum’s Dani Bowman

Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dani Bowman, best known for her starring role in the docuseries “Love on the Spectrum, US”. Dani is a young and talented animator, artist, and entrepreneur on the Autism Spectrum who is passionate about using her skills to help others and dedicated Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago May 21, 2025

EP 732 – Digital Dilemma: Screen Smart Parenting

In this episode, we explore valuable insights and tips for navigating screen time in the context of autism. We discuss the potential benefits, such as skill development and communication support, as well as the challenges, including sensory overload and addiction risks. Join us as we share practical strategies for striking Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago March 28, 2024

IRL – How Faith Shapes Autism Acceptance: Insights with Ron Sandison

Today we welcome Ron Sandison. Ron works full time in the medical field and is a professor of theology at Destiny School of Ministry. Sandison has a Master of Divinity from Oral Roberts University and is the author of “A Parent’s Guide to Autism: Practical Advice, Biblical Wisdom”. Join us Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago May 21, 2025

EP 731 – The Trust Challenge

One of the biggest challenges we have faced as parents of autistic children is finding people we trust to care for them when we cannot. Whether it be a medical emergency, a sleepover, or a simple date night, it’s hard to trust others with the care of our children. Today Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago March 14, 2024

IRL – Early Intervention & Independence: Keys to Autism Success with Dr. Temple Grandin

Dr. Temple Grandin is an acclaimed animal behaviorist and animal science professor at Colorado State University. She is the subject of the 2010 film, Temple Grandin, which focuses on her start in animal agriculture. Dr. Grandin has become a prominent author and speaker both on autism and animal behavior. Diagnosed Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago May 21, 2025

EP 730 – The Impact of Peer Rejection & Bullying

It’s time for a hard reality check. Our kids get bullied and rejected by their peers – often. As a parent, it hurts to see your child treated poorly and we can get caught up in the ‘what do I do?’ spiral. Due to their autism, our girls can’t always tell when they’re Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago February 28, 2024

IRL – Dying To Be A Good Mother with Heather Chauvin

Heather Chauvin is a parent of neurodivergent children and leadership coach who helps ambitious, overwhelmed women break free from their fears to courageously and authentically live, work, and parent on their own terms. Today she shares her expertise on tackling lack of parenting confidence, specific strategies to gain self-trust, managing Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago May 21, 2025

EP 729 – You Can’t Hurry Love

Join us as we dive into a topic close to many parents’ hearts: the journey of hearing those precious words, “I Love You,” from our kids and what happens when that moment doesn’t quite happen as expected? We’re here to share our experiences of exploring love languages with our girls Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago February 15, 2024

IRL – The Hidden Truths of Autism Parenting with Kelley Coleman

Today we sit down with Author and Advocate, Kelley Coleman, to discuss the ins and outs on filing autism related paperwork, navigating therapies, understanding insurance, government benefits, advocating for your child in school, financial planning and more! Kelley Coleman is a feature film development executive turned author and advocate for Read more

By The AutismWish Team, 2 years ago May 21, 2025