EP 732 – Digital Dilemma: Screen Smart Parenting

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EP 732 - Digital Dilemma: Screen Smart Parenting
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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…

EP 731 – The Trust Challenge

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EP 731 - The Trust Challenge
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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…

EP 730 – The Impact of Peer Rejection & Bullying

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EP 730 - The Impact of Peer Rejection & Bullying
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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…

Bonus EP – Embracing Autism IRL – Meet Heather Chauvin

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Bonus EP - Embracing Autism IRL - Meet Heather Chauvin
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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…

EP 729 – You Can’t Hurry Love

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EP 729 - You Can't Hurry Love
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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…

Bonus EP – Embracing Autism IRL – Meet Kelley Coleman

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Bonus EP - Embracing Autism IRL - Meet Kelley Coleman
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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…

EP 725 – Hope Through Humor

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EP 725 - Hope Through Humor
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It’s tough being a parent, even tougher when your child is autistic. But we have learned through the last years that it’s often better to laugh than cry or scream. Today we will share how our sense of humor has been the saving grace in our marriage and parenting journeys Read more…

EP 724 – Back To School

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EP 724 - Back To School
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Our kids are heading back to school for the second year. This time, we’re prepared and sharing our best tips and resources to help your autistic child start school on the right foot! Join our private Embracing Autism Community on Guilded.gg and support our charitable programs by Becoming a Member Read more…

EP 723 – Under the Sea

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EP 723 - Under the Sea
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Community outings can often seem impossible to manage with an autistic child, but sometimes the key to success can really be quite simple. Today we will chat about our experience at the Georgia Aquarium and why visiting a Certified Autism Center can make all the difference in a successful outing. Read more…

Bonus EP – Embracing Autism IRL – Meet Dr. Rick Solomon

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Bonus EP - Embracing Autism IRL - Meet Dr. Rick Solomon
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Seeking a more child-centered approach to therapy for your autistic child? Today we sit down with Dr. Rick Solomon, Founder of The PLAY Project, an evidence-based intervention complementary to ABA, with a parent-implemented autism intervention model, and take a closer look at this innovative therapy. Over the last 25 years, Read more…