EP 204 – Thriving Under Pressure

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EP 204 - Thriving Under Pressure
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Today we will talk about the sense of touch and how differences in this area can impact certain behaviors such as toe-walking, pressure-seeking, and headbanging. We will also touch on research surrounding the relationships between the vagal nerve, synesthesia, and therapies that may help.

EP 201 – Senses & Sensibilities

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EP 201 - Senses & Sensibilities
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Welcome to Season 2 of the Embracing Autism Podcast! In the premiering episode, we introduce this season’s theme of Senses & Sensibilities and tease some of the topics we will be covering in the next few episodes with a fun, lighthearted tone.

EP 200 – Season 2 Trailer: Senses & Sensibilities

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EP 200 - Season 2 Trailer: Senses & Sensibilities
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We’ll be right back! Sneak a peek into Season 2: Senses & Sensibilities launching Friday, September 10, 2021, everywhere you stream podcasts.

EP 105 – Navigating Financial & Educational Resources

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EP 105 - Navigating Financial & Educational Resources
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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 Read more…

EP 104 – Weathering the Storm

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EP 104 - Weathering the Storm
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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

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EP 103 - Conquering D-Day
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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

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EP 102 - Prepping for D-Day
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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 Read more…

EP 101 – Demystifying Autism

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EP 101 - Demystifying Autism
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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

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EP 100 - Welcome to Embracing Autism
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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 Read more…

Season 1 Trailer: From Weathering the Storm to Embracing Autism

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Season 1 Trailer: From Weathering the Storm to Embracing Autism
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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.