Embracing Autism

Join us as we talk about the frustration we experience as parents when others deny our child’s autism diagnosis and assume it is misbehavior.

Join us as we discuss the hostility towards parents of autistic children from the online autism community and how we can continue embracing autism without losing ourselves in the process.

Today we reflect on the social rejection and isolation autistic children face, which often accompanies them into adulthood.

In this episode, we discuss the challenging topic of what happens to our children after we’re gone and how we can best prepare.

Today we look into the debate over the use of the term “disability” to refer to autism and whether or not it's considered appropriate.

In this episode, we reflect on the challenges of seeking an autism-inclusive Church and discuss how to advocate for simple changes at free or low-cost to your place of worship.

We chat about caregiver burnout and how to recognize the signs.

We delve into the challenging topic of judgment and shame, both as parents of autistic children but also from the perspective of growing up neurodivergent.

Welcome to Season 5! This trailer introduces the theme of "Wounds to Heal" and highlights a few topics to be covered this season. Season 5 premiers Friday, June 24th, 2022, on your favorite podcasting platforms.

We bring you the audio from another episode of our new video series, Embracing Autism IRL.  In this episode, we meet with Kate Sallade, an Autistic adult, ABA practitioner, and the owner of Behavioral Foundation Centers to discuss her unique perspective on this controversial topic. Video available on YouTube by searching the key term "Embracing Autism IRL Kate Sallade".

Join us as we discuss the debate surrounding the proposed designation of the term “Profound Autism” in the DSM and its potential impact on the autistic community. 

We re-examine ABA therapy and the diversity of the autistic perspective.

Tune in as we chat about the difference between disinformation and misinformation in the autism world and why intent matters.

We explore the role of community and how to approach autism with your neighbors.

Join us today as we touch on the topic of parental self-awareness and how it may impact our children.

Today we talk about potty training an autistic child and how we suddenly found success after a year plus of trying.

In today’s episode, we discuss the role of dads in autism and why they tend to be less vocal in the autism community.

In this episode, we speak on the struggles of making friends as parents of autistic children as well as the unique challenges our kids face when building friendships.

Tune in as we discuss prepping our kids for school, IEPs, and transitions. We answer questions such as, how can I make the transition to school easier for my autistic child? What are some things I should advocate for in my child’s IEP? And how can I help my child’s teacher see them as more than a diagnosis?

In the Season 4 premier, we discuss the importance of advocacy in the autism community and practical steps you can take as a parent to help create a more autism inclusive world for your child.

Season 4: Work To Be Done launches Friday, April 1, 2022, everywhere you stream podcasts! Keep yourself up to date with all things Embracing Autism by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @AutismWish to stay up-to-date with live events, giveaways, monthly support group access, and more! Want to show your support? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and drop us a voice message at speake...

We are excited to share with you audio from the premiering episode of the Embracing Autism IRL (in real life) spinoff companion.  In this video series, we interview guests from a variety of backgrounds who are all linked together through Autism discussing controversial yet critical topics in the autism community. In today’s episode, we interview Samar Waqar, Founder of Kind Theory on the topic of...

In the Hearth & Home season three finale, we chat about how to determine if or when it’s the appropriate time to disclose your child’s autism diagnosis as well as with whom that information should and should not be shared.

Today we touch on how to navigate formal settings with your autistic child, such as going to church, attending weddings, and beyond.

Join us as we discuss the power of making memories as a family and why we as parents should remember that there’s more to life than autism.