Autism Parenting Secrets

Welcome to Episode 104 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  We’re excited to welcome Dr. Stephen Cowan back to the show.  He’s a board-certified pediatrician with over 30 years of clinical experience working with children. Dr. Cowan has a subspecialty in Developmental Pediatrics and has developed a unique holistic approach to evaluating and treating children struggling with chronic physical, emotiona...

Welcome to Episode 103 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  This week we focus on the incredible impact of getting food right.  For you, your child, and your entire family. Our guest is Zen Honeycutt, the Founder and Director of Moms Across America, a non-profit National Coalition of Unstoppable Moms. With the motto "Empowered Moms, Healthy Kids," Moms Across America has grown rapidly with over 600 l...

Welcome to Episode 102 of Autism Parenting Secrets.  This week we’re honored to have Dr. David Minkoff on the show to discuss the importance of getting the right protein in the diet.   This applies to everyone but it’s even more critical for a child on the autism spectrum.  So much more is possible when you give the body the essential building blocks it needs to thrive. Dr. David Minkoff is board...

Welcome to Episode 101 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  The topic this week is electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and the importance of minimizing exposure.  This matters for you the parent and it is especially important for children. We focus on one type of EMF exposure that’s increasing at an exponential rate: radio frequencies (RF) from wireless communications such as WiFi, 5G, BlueTooth, etc. Our...

Welcome to Episode 100 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  Our guest today is Kate C. Wilde, she’s a return guest who has spent the last 30 years working with children and adults on the autism spectrum and their families, as well as with therapists, educators, and schools.  She’s an author, columnist, teacher, YouTuber, trainer… through many ways and in many capacities she’s served thousands of fami...

Welcome to Episode 99 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  How can two parents come together and create a powerful partnership?  That’s an extremely important question and there are several pillars to a successful partnership.  This week, we focus on one of those pillars: decision-making clarity . Getting super clear on this yields huge benefits for the parents and the child.  There’s a third option...

Welcome to Episode 98 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  This week we reflect on what we wish we knew at the start of our journey with our son.  While everyone’s path is unique and different, there are always starts & stops, rabbit holes, wrong turns, and lessons learned.  There were many missed opportunities.   Here’s what we didn’t do that would have made a huge, positive difference.  In hindsigh...

Welcome to Episode 97 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  The focus this week is on a key reason why the journey to support your child can feel so hard . Parents of a child with autism face so many challenges.  And the stress and pressure can feel like a constant weight on a parent’s shoulders. You might think it just comes with the territory.  But the truth is you CAN do something about it. One way is...

Welcome to Episode 96 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  This week we’re focusing on sensory processing and we’re honored to have Carol Stock Kranowitz as our guest.   Carol is the author of The Out of Sync Child first published in 1998.  It’s THE sensory guidebook for parents on how to understand and help their child with sensory challenges. This is Part 2 of our discussion.  See Episode 93 for Pa...

Welcome to Episode 95 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  This week, our guest is Dr. Pejman Katiraei (Dr. K.), a board-certified pediatrician trained in integrative and holistic medicine. Dr. K. has an incredibly unique and useful perspective - he's a physician with deep experience in osteopathy, functional medicine, functional endocrinology, medical herbalism, and more. He completed his undergradu...

Welcome to Episode 94 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  Our guest this week is Kim Lear, Director of Education & Communications for Greenwave International .  Greenwave offers products and tips for reducing dirty electricity and other types of unhealthy EMF pollution in homes, schools, and businesses.  Their mission is to create healthier spaces for living, learning, work, and more. Kim has a Berk...

Welcome to Episode 93 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  We’re honored to have Carol Stock Kranowitz as our guest this week.  She’s the author of The Out of Sync Child initially published in 1998.   It’s THE sensory guidebook for parents on how to understand and help their child with sensory challenges. This is an important topic and there’s much to talk about.  This is Part 1 of our discussion and...

Welcome to Episode 92 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  When a baby is on the way, parents make upgrades to the house to ensure it’s ready for their child.   Similarly, if you have a child on the spectrum, there’s an important opportunity to make changes that provide a safer and less stressful environment for you, your child, and your entire family. We do so much to ensure our homes are safe.  Smo...

Welcome to Episode 91 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  This week we’re talking about food.  Specifically, how the heck do you get your child to eat more vegetables? Nourishment is important for all kids.  And that’s even more true for kids on the spectrum who may have more gut issues and be more picky about what they eat. Our guest is Asher Cowan, Co-Founder, and CEO of Dr. Cowan’s Garden.  Their...

Welcome to Episode 90 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  Meltdowns!  That’s the topic this week.  It’s a challenge like no other.   This episode dives deep into what a parent CAN do about their child’s meltdowns.  And the good news is… parents can do a lot. Our guests this week are Kate C. Wilde and Raun K. Kaufman. Collectively, they have over 50 years of experience supporting parents and their ch...

Welcome to Episode 89 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  We know your goal as a parent is to support your child EVEN more. You’re motivated to be better and do more for your child. But believing that it’s ALL for them can create friction. And that’s the last thing you need.  And it’s not what your child wants. The secret this week is…  There’s One Deep Truth Tune in to learn more.   You'll Discover: W...

Welcome to Episode 88 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  This week is all about focus. It’s about NOT getting distracted or consumed by the day-to-day ups and downs. Especially given all that you do for your child, it’s natural to want to see progress and improvements.  The sooner the better. But only focusing on the short term can be frustrating, exhausting, and might lead you down paths that take yo...

Welcome to Episode 87 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  This week, we continue the theme of addressing the root cause .  Whatever it is that you are wanting to help your child with, it’s NOT a success strategy to only address the symptoms. There’s always an underlying root cause/causes that if addressed, can spur huge gains. This week’s discussion is a conversation with Luminara Sedar, founder of Aut...

Welcome to Episode 86 of Autism Parenting Secret s. This week, we focus on a way to improve overall wellness that is not on many people’s radar.  Dr. Alex Bronson of Bronson Family Dentistry joins Cass and Len.  He’s a co-author of two published articles and is a clinical faculty member at the ALF Educational Institute and takes a Whole Body Approach to Dentistry. This is an expansive conversation...

Welcome to Episode 85 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  Parents of a child with autism are often confused by their child’s behaviors. Things like poor eye contact, spinning objects, inflexibility, and tantrums. Figuring out what to do, if anything, is a big source of frustration and overwhelm. Instead of seeing such behaviors as ‘bad’, it’s more helpful to get curious . What’s causing these behaviors...

Welcome to Episode 84 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  For parents committed to being the best parent they can be, it all comes down to decision-making . We lead and guide our kids as best we can. We’re tested time and time again with challenges that require action . Because reacting doesn’t work. But before we act we must choose .  We need to make a decision . This week we take a closer look at the...

Welcome to Episode 83 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  One of the most important responsibilities a parent has is feeding their kids. Getting food right benefits every child, but it’s even more critical for kids on the spectrum. While there are skeptics, the vast majority of parents embrace the notion that food matters .   And when they try to find answers, they’re confronted with a diet landscape t...

Welcome to Episode 82 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  This week on Autism Parenting Secrets , we welcome Emily Abbott. She’s the host of The Brain Possible Podcast and the founder and CEO of The Brain Possible, an online resource for parents of a child who has suffered brain injury.   If you’re committed to finding ways to better support your unique child, the key is openness . The secret this week...

Welcome to Episode 81 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  Especially after New Year’s Eve, so many of us give some time and attention to how we want the next year to be better than this year. We feel renewed excitement and more motivation to change. We dare to allow more hope in.  To desire more for us and our child. But that energy surge usually fades with time.  Sometimes it disappears fast. So while...

Welcome to Episode 80 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  The people who surround you and your child play a HUGE role. And just about everyone wants to be useful and supportive. It’s important to recognize the role our friends and family play in supporting us parents on our journey to support our child. Sincere gratitude is warranted and incredibly uplifting for us.  Because it’s impossible to feel anx...