Today’s special guest is Meg Raby Klinghoffer, an autistic writer and author of the beloved My Brother Otto series. As a speech-language pathologist at KultureCity, Meg is at the forefront of their latest innovation, Koji—a free AI tool designed to empower nonspeakers and minimally speaking individuals. Join us as Meg Read more…
Join us as we share our children’s experience with Play Therapy and how these approaches are helping our girls manage anxiety, particularly around performance and fear of failure. We also discuss how Autplay, an autism-tailored play therapy, is teaching them new skills to help express emotions and build confidence. Support Read more…
Today we explore how to help your autistic child use their natural honesty more tactfully, turning their bluntness into a strength without causing social conflict. We discuss practical strategies to help your child express themselves while considering others’ feelings. Tune in for tips on nurturing their honesty while fostering empathy Read more…
Tune in as we tackle the topic of autistic vulnerability, focusing on the challenges of social communication and how they can lead to bullying, harassment, social isolation, and even job loss. We’ll discuss practical strategies for parents to support their children and safeguard their well-being. Support our mission, Become A Read more…
In this special milestone episode, we are thrilled to celebrate reaching 100,000 listeners! To mark this momentous occasion, we are dedicating this episode to you, our amazing audience, with a Q&A session. We’ll be answering your most burning questions about parenting autistic children, sharing personal insights, and reflecting on the Read more…
In today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Vladimir Barayev, a board-certified pediatrician and autism specialist, to discuss the importance of good sleep habits for autistic children. Dr. Vlad, who runs a holistic pediatric practice in Staten Island, New York, will share insights on common sleep issues and effective strategies Read more…
As the new school year approaches, we’ll share advice and practical strategies to help parents prepare their autistic children for a successful return to school. By fostering a supportive environment and implementing effective preparation techniques, you can make the transition smoother for your child. Support our mission, Become a Member: Read more…
Today we’ll explore how decision fatigue uniquely affects individuals with autism. We’ll show you how to identify signs, understand its impact, and discover practical strategies for managing daily choices. Support our mission, become a member today: patreon.com/autismwish
Amazon’s yearly Prime event is around the corner and we have some great suggestions on what we’ve personally used that has helped our girls with sensory regulation, elopement, transitions and more. Items discussed in this episode can be found below (we may earn a small commission on purchases made from these links at Read more…
We dive into the ups and downs of sibling rivalry when both kids are on the autism spectrum. We’ll chat about how to help them understand each other, deal with jealousy, and break through communication barriers. Support our mission, become a member: patreon.com/autismwish
