Parenting while Autistic

Sep 17 2024 17 ep. 17 mins 2
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“Parenting while Autistic” is for autistic adults navigating the challenges and joys of raising children. If you're an autistic parent seeking guidance, support, and community, this podcast is your go-to resource. Each episode explores practical strategies for managing the challenges that come with parenting while autistic including sensory overload, communication, executive functioning, and more. Join us every other week and move from surviving to thriving as a parent!

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Interview with Matt Lundeberg

Sep 17 2024 26 mins  
In this episode we talk with Matt Lundeberg, a psychologist who offers adult autism assessments in Portland, OR. In this interview we cover the diagnostic criteria for autism, tips and tricks for managing sensory overwhelm as a parent, aphantasia, and self-compassion. To learn more about Matt visit his website at: https://www.oregonautismevaluations.com/ Please reach out if you w

Autistic Parenting Lifelines: Sameness, Routine, and Repetition

Aug 30 2024 5 mins  
In this episode we discuss letting go of unrealistic expectations and leaning on repetition and routine to make parenting easier. We discuss eating same foods, having a set daily schedule, and doing repetitive outings.

Autistic Parenting Lifelines: Behavior as Communication

Aug 30 2024 5 mins  
In this episode we discuss how shifting our view of behavior can help us cope as parents. When kids have challenging behaviors it can be tempting to see it as intentional or aimed at making us crazy. However, behavior is often a form of communication. Viewing behavior as communication can help you be more attuned to your children and improve you ability to cope with difficult behav

Autistic Parenting Lifelines: Giving Decisions

Aug 23 2024 5 mins  
In this episode we discuss how to give little kids as many decisions as possible during the day to improve their compliance when you make an executive decision. This technique comes from the book "How to Talk so Little Kids will Listen". When giving decisions only offer two options, both of which are alright with you. For example- you could allow your pre-schooler to choo

Autistic Parenting Lifelines: Fresh Air to the Rescue

Aug 16 2024 4 mins  
In this week's parenting lifeline we discuss using fresh air to help you and your children recover from dysregulation. Whether going out for a walk, sitting outdoors, or going to the park getting out in the fresh air can help overwhelmed children to calm down and help you feel better too. Tune in next week for another parenting tip or trick.

Autistic Parenting Lifeline: Sign Language

Aug 16 2024 3 mins  
In this week's parenting lifeline we discuss how to teach your baby or child sign language. Sign language helps children communicate their wants and needs when they are unable to communicate verbally. This really reduces tantrums! Join us next week for another parenting tip or trick to help you survive or thrive as an autistic parent.

A Neurodivergent Therapist's Perspective: Interview with Kaylee

Aug 10 2024 28 mins  
In this episode we talk with Kaylee Torres, a late diagnosed autistic therapist. We discuss her work providing autism evaluations and individual counseling as well as tips and tricks she has related to parenting while autistic. If you want to get in contact with Kaylee here is her info: Kaylee Torres, MA Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (WA, HI) Marriage and Family Therapy

Autistic Parenting Lifelines: The Power of Water

Aug 09 2024 3 mins  
In this mini episode we discuss how water can help both kids and adults regulate. When you or your children are having a hard day try a bath, running in the sprinkler, swimming, a water table, or any other way to use the water. Join us each week for another specific parenting tip or trick.

Interview Episode with Tam- Autistic Mother of 3

Aug 02 2024 28 mins  
In this episode I discuss the joys and challenges of motherhood with Tam, an autistic mother of 3 neurodivergent children. One of the highlights is our conversation about managing PDA in children and in ourselves. We also discuss how to balance a career with motherhood without dropping into autistic burnout. The book mentioned in this episode is "Raising Human Beings" by

Autistic Parenting Lifelines: Chores

Aug 02 2024 6 mins  
In this 5 minute mini-episode we discuss how to include even very young children in household tasks and chores. This helps keep them busy while you get a task done and is an investment in your children's future cleaning skills. Tune in every week for a 5 minute parenting lifeline detailing a specific tool, tip, or trick to help you survive and thrive as an autistic parent.