Autism Parenting Secrets

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...

Welcome to Episode 79 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  Warrior Parents DO have superpowers .   Like grit, determination, and positivity… just to name just a few. They take bold actions and do whatever they can to better support their child. It may seem counterintuitive but PATIENCE is one of those superpowers. In this episode, you’ll learn that being patient doesn’t mean slowing down or doing nothin...

Welcome to Episode 78 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  The WAY a parent navigates a health challenge for their child is incredibly important. Arguably, it’s more important than WHAT a parent does. This episode focuses on The Warrior Parent Way of navigating the journey with Power and Light . It’s HOW you can get what you want faster . The great news is there are ways to increase both! Tune in to lea...

Welcome to Episode 77 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  This episode highlights a key opportunity for parents to help their child even more .   We all want to be the best parent we can be.  But wanting isn’t enough.   Take the time to be intentional on HOW you show up.  It’s worth it. If you want to make sure you’re open to all of the things that can help your unique child, you need to take extreme o...

Welcome to Episode 76 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  This episode focuses on the very important topic of self-care for the parent. There are many ways that a parent can take care of their mind and body.  Diet, exercise, breathing exercises and mindfulness… just to name a few.   But nothing is more important than sleep.   Specifically, improving sleep quality must be a priority.   And there’s a str...

Welcome to Episode 75 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  The topic this week is dental health .   Often overlooked, practicing healthy oral care is extremely important.  For both parents and children. Our guest this week is Trina Felber, one of the nation’s leading authorities on natural oral care for better health. She’s the Creator and CEO of Primal Life Organics , a premier, all-natural skin, and d...

Welcome to Episode 74 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  In this episode, we’re joined by Brian Richards, CEO, and Founder of Sauna Space. Helping the body detoxify is a key way to improve overall wellness.  And saunas are a great way to help with detoxification and they’ve been around for centuries. There are many different sauna options in the marketplace, with far infrared saunas being the most com...

Welcome to Episode 73 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  In this episode, Beth Lambert joins us to share exciting news about two amazing research studies that have huge implications for parents on a mission to better support their child. Beth is the Executive Director of Epidemic Answers.  Founded in 2009, Epidemic Answers is a non-profit organization whose goal is to demonstrate the connection betwee...

Welcome to Episode 72 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  In this episode, David Milburn and Len discuss improving air quality In the home. David is the CTO of Hypoallergenic Air LLC.  He’s spent the last decade solving some of the world's worst air quality issues for clients. If you want to know whether you have an air quality issue, what steps you can take to improve air quality, and how to create an...

Welcome to Episode 71 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  This week, Cass and Len focus on parent transformation .   It’s THE key.  Not only for you but especially for your child. But many people think that it’s not possible for them.  That they are who they are. And even if transformation IS possible, it must require lots of work and take a long, long time. Not true.  As long as you have a few key...

Welcome to Episode 70 of Autism Parenting Secret s.  This week, our guest is Daniel DeBaun.  He’s an internationally recognized expert in EMF radiation, EMF shielding, and EMF-related health issues.   He’s also the co-author of Radiation Nation: The Fallout of Modern Technology , and the CEO of DefenderShield , the world leader in EMF radiation protection solutions. We discuss the many ways parent...

Welcome to Episode 69 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  Our very special guest this week is Raun K. Kaufman.   He’s the best-selling author of Autism Breakthrough , the former CEO of the Autism Treatment Center of America , and the co-founder of the ACT (Autism Crisis Turnaround) Protocol.   Trust us… you want to hear what this man has to say.  Why? First of all, he understands what it’s like to b...

Welcome to Episode 68 of Autism Parenting Secrets.  In this episode of Autism Parenting Secrets, Dr. Sheila Kilbane is our guest and we dive deep into the topic of systemic inflammation .   Dr. Kilbane is an integrative pediatrician who trained in integrative medicine with Dr. Andrew Weil.   She’s the best-selling author of the just released book, Healthy Kids, Happy Moms: 7 Steps to Heal and Prev...

Welcome to Episode 67 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  After attending the Upgrade Labs Biohacking Conference , Len shares some perspectives on Biohacking . The insights and advancements in helping people live better and longer are so exciting. But it’s easy to get caught up and overwhelmed as more and more options become available. For a parent, getting informed and prioritizing their own self-c...

Welcome to Episode 66 of the Autism Parenting Secrets.  This week, like every week, we’re focusing on you, the parent. Did you know that you can program yourself? You absolutely can design a better way of operating.  It’s totally in your control. There are several ways to do this.  But this week, we focus on one key, overlooked approach: manifesting . Specifically, Nikola Tesla’s 369 Manifestation...