Mother's Guide Through Autism

Melissa Doman is a sleep coach exclusively for children with special needs. She has helped hundreds of families by providing lasting solutions for their child's sleep struggles.

In this episode, she shares:

- the most common sleep struggles families with autistic kids face and what to do about it
- practical steps families can take for sleep struggles
- and more!

Enjoy!

Melissa Doman Sleep Consulting
https://www.melissadomansleepconsulting.com/

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Dr. Sally Fryer Dietz is the Founder and Director of Integrative Pediatric Therapy and
Integrative Concussion Therapy.

Dr. Sally explains why sensory integration is key to child development and why CranioSacral Therapy works so well for children with autism.

Listen to some of her success stories and find out how CranioSacral Therapy helped a kid who used to eat furniture!

Enjoy!

Integrative Pediatric Therapy
https://iptkids.com/home

Upledger
https://www.upledger.com/

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In this special episode, we put together some of the most helpful advice we received from the three moms we had in our previous episodes.

***Please note: this is an audio-only episode***

This episode includes topics on:

- perspective shifts that make the journey easier
- must-have on the autism parenting journey
- how to set your child up for success
- and more!

You can listen to the original episodes below:

My Son Is Not a Tragedy: Miracles that Autism Helped Us to See with Tulika Prasad
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-14

Sabita Finds Her Voice—One Mom’s Journey to Help Her Autistic Daughter and Others Alike with Dr. Stephanie Vavilala
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-62

Mom on a Mission: Changing Lives One Gluten-Free Snack at a Time with Jennifer Wiese
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-83

Enjoy!

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Autism parenting can be hectic on regular days but throw in the holidays, things can quickly get out of hand!

Tune in to this episode for my best advice for the holiday season so you can be prepared and actually enjoy the holiday season a little more!

Happy Holidays!

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Kelly Beins is a sensory parent and seasoned Occupational Therapist with over 28 years of clinical experience, including 18 years with certification in sensory integration.

Kelly explains to us what Polyvagal Theory is, how it revolutionized the way we view the body’s response to stress, and how it can be applied therapeutically to help a wide range of people including children with autism.

Find out how a powerful listening therapy can help your child with sensory processing and emotional regulation.

Enjoy!

Safe and Sound Protocol:
https://www.whatisthessp.com/

Kelly Beins Consulting:
https://www.kellybeins.com/

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In this special compilation episode, we put together information about 3 alternative therapies you might want to try for your autistic child.

This episode includes topics on:

- equine-assisted therapy and oxytocin
- how music therapy can help with building skills
- creating connection through meditation
- and more!

You can listen to the original episodes below:

Equine Therapy to Empower Your Child and Yourself with Kristy Newstrom
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-27

Is Music Therapy Right for Your Child? with Marissa Scott
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-30

Calm and Connected Kids with Meditation with Lorraine Murray
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-35

Enjoy!

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In this eye-opening compilation episode, we put together the most helpful information about vision and autism from the past episodes we had with our 3 expert guests.

This episode includes topics on:

- why a vision exam is a must for kids with autism
- how a vision exam is different from an eye exam
- how inflexible/inefficient vision affects behavior
- what to look for in your kids
- and more!

You can listen to the original episodes below:

Why Every Child with Autism Needs a Vision Exam with Patricia Lemer
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-43

Could Vision Problems Be Causing Difficulties in Your Child’s Learning? With Dr. Sarah Lane
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-50

Why Vision Therapy is a GAME CHANGER for Your Child's Future with Patti Andrich
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-106

Enjoy!

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In this special compilation episode, we put together the most helpful information we received on holistic treatments from the 3 experts we had previously on our podcast.

This episode includes topics on:

- nutrition
- brain inflammation
- genetic epigenetic mismatch
- 4 foods to avoid
- toxicity
- and more!

You can listen to the original episodes below:

Providing a Roadmap for Neurodevelopmental Disorders with Maria Rickert Hong
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-46

Functional Medicine Approach to Autism with Dr. Will Cole
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-42

Toxic Factor in Autism and Working with Homotoxicology with Mary Coyle
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-47

Enjoy!

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In this super helpful compilation episode on behavior issues, we put together the best advice we got from the 3 experts we had on our podcast.

This episode includes topics on:

- social skills
- meltdowns and their triggers
- toilet training
- reasons kids hit
- and more!

You can listen to the original episode below:

No More Meltdowns with Dr. Jed Baker
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-26

Autism Logistics - How to Work with Challenging Behaviors with Kate Wilde
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-29

How to Reduce Daily Battles with Your Child with Madeleine Woolgar
https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/podcast/episode-65

Enjoy!

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In this special compilation episode, my son Joseph shares what he remembers about growing up on the autism spectrum.

Please note: this is an audio-only episode.

Enjoy!

You can listen to the original episodes below:

Insight from the One Who Lived It

What Joseph Remembers of "Waking Up"

Patience Goes a Long Way

Dealing with Confusion of Reading Social Cues and Other Pains of Growing Up with Autism

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