Autism Parenting Secrets

Welcome to Episode 215 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we focus on an indisputably important element of a parent’s way of responding to their child’s diagnosis: MINDSET. It may seem obvious, but the nuances matter in putting it to work for you and your child. Our guest is Tony Frezza, a dad so passionate about this concept that we wrote a book called The Spectrum Mindset. Tony explains w...

Welcome to Episode 214 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week we’re joined by Dr. Krishna Doniparthi, a healthcare professional from Alpharetta, GA, specializing in lipid replacement therapy for cellular repair and rejuvenation. Dr. Doniparthi is the founder and medical director of Doniparthi Neurogen NeuroGEN Academy (DNA), a non-profit advancing education and research in neurodegenerative dise...

Welcome to Episode 213 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Today, I’m joined by Dawnmarie Gaivin, Founder & Executive Director of Spellers Center San Diego in Oceanside, CA. Dawnmarie was a trauma & transplant RN for over 11 years. In 2005, her first son was diagnosed with autism, followed by her second son a year later. Her eldest, Evan (20), is a fluent letterboard communicator, and her younger son,...

Welcome to Episode 212 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  We're excited to welcome Dr. Neil Nathan, a renowned family physician with over five decades of experience, to our podcast this week. Dr. Nathan has been a pioneer in bridging conventional and alternative medicine, especially for complex chronic conditions. His influential books, On Hope and Healing and Toxic , have challenged traditional medic...

Welcome to Episode 211 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we’re focusing on the transformative power of music with Geoff Sewell and Simone Lanham, founders of the Sewell Foundation and leaders in the global entertainment industry. Geoff and Simone co-founded the world's first pop/opera band, Amici Forever, and lead Incognito Artists, a renowned entertainment company in London and New York....

Welcome to Episode 210 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Dr. Suzanne Goh, MD, BCBA, is our guest this week, and we delved into the potential root causes of autism, emphasizing the importance of personalized, holistic care.  She is cofounder and chief medical officer of Cortica, the largest provider of comprehensive health services for autism in the United States.  Dr. Goh is a graduate of Harvard Uni...

Welcome to Episode 209 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  The incredible Udo Erasmus returns to the show, and we dove deep into the world of healthy oils, the misconceptions around damaged oils, and the importance of proper packaging and refrigeration.  Udo highlights the significance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for overall health.  We also discussed the challenges of transitioning to healthier...

Welcome to Episode 208 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Pejman Katiraei back to the show. Dr. K is one of the most highly-trained integrative pediatricians in the country, focused on helping children with learning and behavioral challenges.  Since 2008, Dr. K has been practicing integrative and holistic medicine to help children with complex health challenges, and he ha...

Welcome to Episode 207 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Joining us this week is Leah Wilson, an attorney with a background in complex litigation and advocacy.   She is beyond passionate about children’s health and has researched and worked on child welfare issues for more than a decade. She closed her law practice in 2019 to start Stand For Health Freedom to promote parental rights and informed cons...

Welcome to Episode 206 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we’re focusing on the perspective of the sibling of a child with autism. Their lives are absolutely impacted, yet their needs are often ignored or unintentionally not prioritized. Joining us is David Kartzinel, son of Dr. Jerry Kartzinel, who was on the show last month (Episode 199) and brother to Josh, who is on the autism spectrum....

Welcome to Episode 205 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Our guest this week is Niall MacMillan, a father of three who understands the power of non-verbal communication.   Last year, his youngest son Ellison was diagnosed with autism and Niall and his family have been on a learning journey since then. Niall has millions of followers on TikTok and Instagram where he portrays a character that doesn't s...

Welcome to Episode 204 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Award-winning film and television producer Scott Steindorff joins us this week.  Scott’s most recent film, Understanding Autism, was just released on PBS. In this documentary, Scott explores his own autism and seeks to reframe perceptions of neurodiversity by highlighting the talents and perspectives of autistic individuals across the spectrum....

Welcome to Episode 203 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we’re focusing on the transformative power of JOYFUL interactions with children on the autism spectrum. Our guest is Becky Damgaard, a senior Son-Rise Program teacher at the Autism Treatment Center of America .  With over two decades of experience working with children on the autism spectrum, Becky shares invaluable insights about th...

Welcome to Episode 202 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week, we focus on the incredibly important topic of water safety for kids on the autism spectrum, as they are 160 times more likely to drown than neurotypical kids. We’re joined by Dayna Harvey, a Water Safety Expert who educates and empowers parents with information, strategies, and hands-on tools to keep their children safer in and aroun...

Welcome to Episode 201 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Today we’re talking about the transformative power of food for you and especially your child. And we’re joined by someone who was a very early guide for us in helping us see the path forward. Julie Matthews is a Certified Nutrition Consultant and published researcher specializing in personalized nutrition for complex neurological conditions, pa...

Welcome to Episode 200 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  We’re honored to have Dr. Peter McCullough, a distinguished internist and cardiologist, joining us. Dr. McCullough shares his thought-provoking insights on the potential connections between childhood vaccinations, febrile seizures, and the development of autism spectrum disorders.  In this episode, Dr. McCullough urges parents to critically eva...

Welcome to Episode 199 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Dr. Jerry Kartzinel joins us and we delve into holistic approaches for supporting children with autism, exploring the significance of dietary changes like gluten and dairy-free diets, the importance of addressing gut health sleep issues, and minimalizing the impact on siblings.  Dr. Kartzinel is an internationally known author, lecturer, and cl...

Welcome to Episode 198 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  This week on Autism Parenting Secrets, we dive into something truly life-changing - the power of breathwork.  We’re joined by Niraj Naik, the founder of SomaBreath, a global breathwork movement.  We discuss the importance of breathwork in managing stress and improving overall health.  Naik explains how breath control techniques can help parents...

Welcome to Episode 197 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Our guest is Vicki Kobliner, a registered dietitian/nutritionist and owner of Holcare Nutrition and the Healthy Baby Roadmap. Vicki is passionate about helping children and families live vibrant, healthy lives using functional nutrition to maximize health, reduce disease risk and help her clients heal from chronic illness.  Vicki works with inf...

Welcome to Episode 196 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Joining the show this week is Robert Scott Bell.   He is a homeopathic practitioner, author, and host of the Robert Scott Bell Radio Show , where he discusses everyday health issues from the perspective of alternative and holistic health care.  He is also a keynote speaker, lecturer, and educator who passionately advocates effective natural hea...

Welcome to Episode 195 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Joining us this week is Dr. Ari Calhoun, owner of Wholesome Brain Medicine, a functional medicine practice focused on optimizing neurodevelopment and emotional regulation from the womb onwards.  As an adjunct faculty member at the Medical Academy of Pediatrics, she’s a passionate speaker and educator on the importance of a biomedical approach t...

Welcome to Episode 194 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Our guest this week is Zen Honeycutt.   Zen is the Founder and Director of Moms Across America, a non-profit National Coalition of Unstoppable Moms.   She has three boys with allergies and autism symptoms, which greatly improved when they went GMO-Free and organic.   This is Zen’s third appearance on our show, and the reason for that is simple....

Welcome to Episode 193 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Our guest this week is Dr. Billy DeMoss of DeMoss Chiropractic in Southern California. For over three decades, Dr. Billy has been living the principle and philosophy of chiropractic, sharing his innovative beliefs with his exponentially growing global following. This episode focuses on the game-changing benefits of chiropractic care for parents...

Welcome to Episode 192 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Our guest this week is a legend in the world of health and wellness. Way back in 2005, Udo Erasmus was inducted into the Canadian Health Food Association Hall of Fame. Udo is the co-founder of Udo’s Choice line, which can be found in Whole Foods and other health food stores worldwide.  Udo designed the machinery for making oils with health in m...

Welcome to Episode 191 of Autism Parenting Secrets .  Our guest this week is Dr. Nancy O’Hara, a board-certified Pediatrician dedicated to caring for children with neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric issues.  Since 1999, she has dedicated her functional medicine practice to the integrative and holistic care of children with chronic illness and neuropsychiatric disorders such as PANDAS/PANS, BG...