Autism Parenting Secrets

This week, Dr. Stephen Cowan is back and in this episode, he shares the wisdom of The Cosmic Snowman .  The Cosmic Snowman is truly a Roadmap for a greater connection for yourself and your child with autism.   He uses a model called the Cosmic Snowman which is the evolutionary design of our neurologic system. It links our mind and body's functions and how it relates to healing and true connection....

In this episode, Len and Cass interview Dr. Stephen Cowan and discuss the secret that your child with Autism is your teacher. Dr. Cowan talks about the importance of looking at the "how" as opposed to the "why" when supporting your child with Autism, as this allows you to focus on the unique gifts in your child. This is a cornerstone of keeping a growth mindset. On the other hand, a fixed mindset...

In this episode, we discuss the importance of parents remaining curious about why their child is doing what they are doing. And how it’s important to find doctors and therapists who are curious about your child as well. Raising a child with Autism is a journey of figuring out the unknowns. Parents fail to realize that finding the answers that are right for your child starts with you and the people...

In this episode, Cass discusses creative ways to help parents get high quality, nourishing food into even stubborn, picky eaters. We know how challenging it can be to feed your picky eaters, but we wanted to take the time and offer some hope that it is completely possible to feed your child with Autism healthy and nutrient-dense food that will help them thrive. The key here is becoming a detective...

In this episode, We talk about how children with Autism are drawn to nature. Nature doesn't judge. Nature accepts everyone as they are and it’s a place to feel safe and loved. It’s so important for parents with their child to get outside more and tap the power of nature. The secret is that we all thrive in nature, especially children. We first discovered this while living in NYC. Whenever we took...

In this episode of Autism Parenting Secrets, we reveal ten commitments that a parent can make to help them have a smoother and more successful journey to help their child with Autism. Parents react in various ways after hearing that their child was diagnosed with Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Some are excited to finally have some answers, while others may be feeling shell shocked. There’s no...

In this episode of Autism Parenting Secrets, we take a deep dive into how the word 'should' can make a hard journey even harder. We want parents to do things because they 'choose' to not because they 'should.'  It is so easy to feel pressure to do things that others expect. But when you commit to helping your child with Autism heal, this pressure can do way more harm than good. It puts enormous we...

Welcome back to another episode of Autism Parenting Secrets. In this episode, we’re discussing a secret weapon you need in your healing toolkit. Food! The truth is, food matters so much more than you think. Tune in as we examine the gut and brain connection and how it can relate to your child with Autism. Early on Len and I thought we were eating healthy.  But after our son was diagnosed with auti...

Becoming the parent you truly want to be begins with taking care of YOU. In this episode, we discuss the importance of parents caring for themselves. Many parents of a child with autism focus on only their child and ignore their own self-care. Often, they’ve been carrying around detrimental mindsets and beliefs that work against the progress they are trying to make.  Don’t let that be you. Self-ca...

Welcome back to another episode of Autism Parenting Secrets. Today's episode is about one simple truth. The greatest gift you can give your child is stronger, more capable, and more resilient you. The secret is that you must transform first. We didn’t know this secret early on in our own journey. After our son’s diagnosis, we were immediately fixated on how we were going to “fix” him. At the time,...

Today's episode is about revealing that even if your child has a diagnosis that doesn't define them, judging them just doesn't help. The secret is your child not broken.  We go deep on the concept that judging your child as 'broken' doesn't help you support them. Parents can accept their children as they are and move with determination to support them as best they can. We've broken down the path o...

In this episode, we’re talking about the external objections to being a Warrior Parent. When we make missteps on the path to becoming a warrior parent, it’s often because we’ve allowed someone to derail us. Today, we’re giving you the actions to take to avoid that! Did you know that you are completely unstoppable? It’s true! The reality is, no one can get in your way unless you allow them to. We o...

In this episode, we teach you how to confidently step in your new role as a warrior parent. Being a warrior parent is not something you need a degree for. All you need is to trust yourself and believe that you are what is best for your child. Knowing when to trust your own instinct over advice from a professional is challenging. You are battling with what you feel and what you are told. I am going...

Let’s talk about what it means to be a warrior parent and how that transformation means BIG WINS for your child with autism.  You may be wondering, what exactly is a warrior parent? So, let’s clear that up now. It’s a parent that is always… being the best that they can be taking courageous action and navigating the day to day with skill, proficiency, and ease They refuse to stay stuck and are dete...

Welcome to the very first episode of Autism Parenting Secrets. If you are listening, you are already taking the first steps to be a warrior for your child, and we thank you for being here. Each week, we’re going to share our personal experiences and experiences coaching other autism parents, to be a resource when it feels like no one else understands.  This episode is all about you getting to know...