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This podcast is to inspire, support, and build community for mothers raising children with autism. Brigitte Shipman is the host and creator of this podcast and it has been inspired by her son Joseph who has been living with autism for the last 31 years. Together, Brigitte and Joseph hope to offer mothers of autistic children hope for the future. They will be sharing what they have learned in their journey as well as have expert guests on the show to give you knowledge, resources, insights, and inspiration.
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Dr. Austėja Landsbergienė is a doctor of Social Sciences and Education, the author of six parenting/educational books, and the founder of a cluster of private schools in Lithuania. For her great impact on changing the educational culture, Austeja was acknowledged as one of the most influential businesswomen in Lithuania in 2020 and was nominated as Businesswoman of the Year in 2022.In this episode, she shares:- why we don’t have to do it all- how to deal with the judgment of others- why makin...
Kim Bays is a mother of twin autistic sons and one stepson, a manager at Exponential Property Group, and the founder of Martha’s Ranch Foundation. Kim and her husband Matt started Martha’s Ranch in 2020 to aid families impacted with autism by providing a place to take a vacation surrounded by those who understand the unique challenges and joys of autism.In this episode, she shares:- how differently autism presented in her twin sons- how autism families can have a safe and fun vacation at...
Susan P. Sherkow, M.D. is a founder of the not-for-profit Sherkow Center for Child Development and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She has presented and published extensively on the application of psychoanalytic developmental theory to the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with ASD, including a TEDx Talk and co-authorship of Autism Spectrum Disorder: Perspectives from Psychoanalysis and Neuroscience.In this episode, she shares:- what neuroscience is revealing about the brains of kids o...
Jeannette Paxia is a multiple-time #1 International Bestselling Author, sought-after Empowerment speaker, and coach for Women and children. Jeanette shares her personal journey with her son Jacob's autism diagnosis, the challenges and lessons learned, and how advocating for him has been a transformative experience. In this episode, she discusses:- challenges and lessons learned from raising her son Jacob on the spectrum- why she created the book Superheroes on the Spectrum- what to do when yo...
Melissa Doman is a sleep coach exclusively for children with special needs. She is back on Mother's Guide to dive deeper into the strategies and how-to’s of sleep for your kids!In this episode, she shares:- the important prep work to set you and your kids up for success- the one-change-at-a-time approach to ensure long-term success- troubleshoots for when things don’t go as planned- and more!Enjoy!Melissa Doman Sleep Consultinghttps://www.melissadomansleepconsulting.com/Purchase my book A Mot...
Jaime A. Heidel, The Articulate Autistic, is a late-diagnosed autistic/ADHD writer, advocate, consultant, and communication translator. In this revealing episode, Jaime shares:- her struggles of growing up autistic and not knowing- the common misunderstandings that happen between autistic and neurotypical individuals- how she helps autistic and neurotypical couples/families to understand each other better- and more!Enjoy!The Articulate Autistic:https://www.thearticulateautistic.com/Jaime's In...
Jeremy and Charity Rochford are Certified Life Coaches who specialize in helping Neurodivergent and Neurodiverse Families understand communication, culture, and their own unique family dynamic. They are a Neurodivergent/Neurotypical couple who have been happily married for over 20 years and have two Neurodivergent children.In this episode, Jeremy and Charity share:- advice on how to work through differences in “mixed-neurotype” relationships- Jeremy’s autism diagnosis and how it helped to bri...
Nicole DeWard is a wife and mom of 4 amazing kids. She started RISE coffee & tea in 2020 for those like her daughter, Bekah, who has Down Syndrome. She wanted to create a safe work environment for adults with special needs and to give them a bigger stage to SHINE their light. In this episode, Nicole talks about:- what it’s like to have a daughter with Down Syndrome, a son with autism, a neurotypical son, and an adopted daughter- how her daughter Bekah’s perspective brings more joy to her ...
Becky Large is nationally and internationally recognized for her support of people and families living with autism and the creation of the innovative Autism Travel Club program and Autism Traveler app. Becky was instrumental in having the Town of Surfside Beach declared The First Autism Friendly Travel Destination, anywhere, in 2016.In this episode, Becky talks about:- the adjustment she had to make about college to improve her son’s mental health- how Autism Travel Club is changing the hospi...
Carrie Cariello is the author of What Color Is Monday? Someone I’m With Has Autism, and Half My Sky. She speaks regularly about autism, marriage, and motherhood, and writes a weekly blog at carriecariello.com.In this episode, Carries talks about:- what it’s like to have 5 kids with one on the spectrum- the sibling dynamic with autism- how to say no- “untethering” as her son Jack transitions into adulthood- and more!Enjoy!Carrie's Website:https://carriecariello.com/Purchase my book A Mother's ...
Gina Kavali is a syndicated radio personality and host of "Life With the Spectrum" on YouTube. Gina is also a proud mother to an 11-year-old son, Lyric, who is on the spectrum and the inspiration for everything she does now.Based in Atlanta Georgia, Gina Co-Founded Atlanta's first premier speed dating event for young adults on the spectrum called "Table Talk." It was just featured on season two of Love On The Spectrum on Netflix.In this episode, Brigitte and Gina talk about:- how we ne...
Spencer Doman is the director of Doman International, author of The Doman Method: From Special Needs to Wellness and Answering Autism, and coach to parents on how to help their children reach their fullest potential and express their innate intelligence.In this episode, he shares:- What Doman International does to help kids with special needs- What sets the Doman Method apart from other therapeutic approaches- Why you should never give up on your child- and more!Enjoy!Doman International:http...
Deborah DiMare is a renowned interior design consultant, author, and educator. She is a leading authority in designing environments that promote optimal mental and physical health for the special needs population including Autism, ADHD, and sensory difficulties.Design for Autism was born out of the experience of creating a space for one of Deborah's daughters who is autistic. In this episode, she shares:- how toxic most of our homes are and what this means to our kids- top 3 things we can do ...
In this special episode of the Mother's Guide Through Autism Podcast, Maureen Brice, author, autism expert, and certified health coach, hijacks the mic to have a lively conversation with Brigitte about her book A Mother's Guide Through Autism. In this episode, they discuss:- how the book is a toolkit for moms raising kids with autism- the vulnerability and emotions that moms are afraid to talk about- what you need to know to make this journey lighterListen to Maureen Bryce talk about he...
Melissa Doman is a sleep coach exclusively for children with special needs. She has helped hundreds of families by providing lasting solutions for their child's sleep struggles. In this episode, she shares:- the most common sleep struggles families with autistic kids face and what to do about it- practical steps families can take for sleep struggles- and more!Enjoy!Melissa Doman Sleep Consultinghttps://www.melissadomansleepconsulting.com/Purchase my book A Mother's Guide Through Autism:https:...
Dr. Sally Fryer Dietz is the Founder and Director of Integrative Pediatric Therapy andIntegrative Concussion Therapy. Dr. Sally explains why sensory integration is key to child development and why CranioSacral Therapy works so well for children with autism.Listen to some of her success stories and find out how CranioSacral Therapy helped a kid who used to eat furniture!Enjoy!Integrative Pediatric Therapyhttps://iptkids.com/homeUpledgerhttps://www.upledger.com/Purchase my book A Mother's...
In this special episode, we put together some of the most helpful advice we received from the three moms we had in our previous episodes. ***Please note: this is an audio-only episode***This episode includes topics on:- perspective shifts that make the journey easier- must-have on the autism parenting journey- how to set your child up for success- and more!You can listen to the original episodes below:My Son Is Not a Tragedy: Miracles that Autism Helped Us to See with Tulika Prasadhttps...
Autism parenting can be hectic on regular days but throw in the holidays, things can quickly get out of hand!Tune in to this episode for my best advice for the holiday season so you can be prepared and actually enjoy the holiday season a little more!Happy Holidays!Purchase my book A Mother's Guide Through Autism:https://amothersguidethroughautismbook.com/bookSign up to get news and updates from me: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.comTheme song: Look at the Clouds by Tristan Lohengrinhtt...
Kelly Beins is a sensory parent and seasoned Occupational Therapist with over 28 years of clinical experience, including 18 years with certification in sensory integration.Kelly explains to us what Polyvagal Theory is, how it revolutionized the way we view the body’s response to stress, and how it can be applied therapeutically to help a wide range of people including children with autism.Find out how a powerful listening therapy can help your child with sensory processing and emotional regul...
In this special compilation episode, we put together information about 3 alternative therapies you might want to try for your autistic child. This episode includes topics on:- equine-assisted therapy and oxytocin - how music therapy can help with building skills- creating connection through meditation- and more!You can listen to the original episodes below:Equine Therapy to Empower Your Child and Yourself with Kristy Newstromhttps://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-27Is Music...
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The perspective of a Mother, and her grown son with Autism is very interesting. I highly recommend this podcast for better understanding, and appreciation for Mother's and their children with Autism.