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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
When was the last time you went out to the movies as a family? Today we will share how we were able to share the movie magic of Super Mario Bros with our girls, the hiccups along the way, and what we did to ensure a positive outcome. If you Read more…
The 4th of July is one of the biggest celebrations in the United States, unfortunately, it’s often marked by loud and bright fireworks displays, large crowds, and booming music. This year marks our family’s first attempt to view fireworks, join us as we share tips on how to create an Read more…
Aggression in autistic children is often the most reported challenge by parents. Today we will dive into our experiences with aggression and violent outbursts, illustrate how we decode the reason behind them, and explain how we have both succeeded and failed in addressing these behaviors. If you like what you Read more…
This one’s for the dads! We don’t often hear about fathers of autistic children, so this Father’s Day we’re honoring you by highlighting the “Autism Dad” experience. In this intimate 1-on-1 conversation, Matt will share his personal struggles, gains, and lessons learned along his journey as a father to autistic Read more…
Regression, or the loss of a skill previously acquired, is a common characteristic of autism. From potty training to PICA – today will share our family’s struggles with regressions and what steps we are taking to help our girls continue to make progress. If you like what you hear, please Read more…
