Season 7 Trailer: Seasons of Change

Embracing Autism
Embracing Autism
Season 7 Trailer: Seasons of Change
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Our goal has always been to provide parents of autistic children with value, whether that be support, information, a few minutes of comic relief, or a familiar comforting voice. As caregivers, our needs can change over time, so we are committed to evolving the podcast to meet those needs. We Read more…

Bonus EP – Embracing Autism IRL – Meet Adelle Starin

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Embracing Autism
Bonus EP - Embracing Autism IRL - Meet Adelle Starin
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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 Read more…

EP 610 – Finding Neverland

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EP 610 - Finding Neverland
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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

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EP 609 - Battling Sleep
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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

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Embracing Autism
EP 608 - Building Career Pathways
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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 606 – Saying What You Mean

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Embracing Autism
EP 606 - Saying What You Mean
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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

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Embracing Autism
EP 605 - Preventing Sensory Overload
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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

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Embracing Autism
EP 604 - Affirming Stimming
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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

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Embracing Autism
EP 603 - Sensing Chaos
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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

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Embracing Autism
EP 602 - Thinking in Black & White
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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.