Adam Lanser teaches special needs young adults the skills of photography and videography in his new program, Inclusion In Focus. For more information: adamlanser.com/specialneedsprogram 

IG: @inclusioninfocus

FB: https://m.facebook.com/Inclusion-In-Focus-327256164643435/

https://www.gofundme.com/inclusion-in-peru

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I really enjoyed chatting with Rick and Laura about Good Dog! Such a wonderful organization that matches autism service dogs with ASD children. For more information including the Free 30 minute Chat for Autism Parents and Professionals, to DONATE, volunteer : https://www.gooddogautismcompanions.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gooddogautism

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gooddogautism/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/GoodDogAutism

Thank you Sylvester Family!

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Today I am chatting with Dana, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis. She is also an autism sibling. She shares her “In Real Life” experiences with her older brother via Instagram. You can follow Dana on IG @AutismIRL

https://www.instagram.com/autism_irl/

Dana and I chat about her brother, her career and what led her back home to guide Rob to live his most exceptional life. I know you will all love Dana and this episode. Thank you so my Dana for taking the time to chat.

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We wanted to ask parents and caregivers of older children what they would say to newly diagnosed parents. The answers are so good we will have to do a Part 2! Thank you to everyone in the Autism Mastermind group for sharing your wisdom.  

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On this episode my guests are three incredible Mom’s. We chat about our daughters and our journeys thus far, feminine hygiene and our hopes for their futures. Thank you so much - Rosa, Nancy and Vicki for sharing your stories with me.

Mentioned in this episode:

According to the CDC, In 2018, approximately 1 in 59 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. 1 in 37 boys, 1 in 151 girls.

Book:

The Autism Friendly guide to periods - Robyn Steward https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Friendly-Guide-Periods-Robyn-Steward/dp/1785923242/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=autism+period+book&qid=1559238785&s=gateway&sprefix=autism+period&sr=8-1

Checklist for toddlers mentioned:

M-CHAT

Come chat with Nancy at the next TACA Coffee Talk in San Diego:

https://tacanow.org/local-chapters/west/california/san-diego/

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Today we are talking about seizures. This is one scary experience no one wants to go through as a parent. Just when we thought no one would help us, one person did. This is our story…

Resources:

EEG Monitoring

We have seen (and so many others) Brad from https://www.eegtogo.com/

I cannot say enough great things about Brad and his staff.

Helpful information:

https://www.epilepsy.com/

https://www.childneurologyfoundation.org/

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On this episode I am chatting with my new friends and fellow podcaster, Susan Scott. Susan takes us through her sons diagnosis and what led her to start an organization of advocates that are linked by autism. Susan is such an amazing mom and advocate for her son, she is building her tribe in her community, on her Podcast and online. Her Podcast is fabulous! Thank you so much Susan :)

Find Susan Here:

www.MyAutismTribe.org

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-autism-tribe/id1450814116

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On this episode we discuss home and car safety we used that helped us in the past and today. The products we mention can be found here:

We used Angel Guard because it was the only one available. This is a similar seat belt guard:

https://www.amazon.com/Safety-Buckle-Pro-Seatbelt-Locking/dp/B076M98CCW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=P0JZX3DN9EIX&keywords=angel+guard+seat+belt+cover&qid=1558405237&s=gateway&sprefix=angel+guard+seat+%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-2

Car seat harness:

https://www.especialneeds.com/e-z-on-adjustable-vest-for-family-vehicles.html

Garage door button cover (thermostat cover) :

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002YSV78/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Thank you so much Amy for chatting with me! Amy shares her struggles with getting an autism spectrum diagnosis for her son. The medical journey she took with him and finally getting to a place where her son is learning and thriving. She also shares how the The Ketogenic Diet (KETO) has helped not only her son, but herself and her family in a therapeutic way.

Contact Amy here for more info:

https://expectthebest.pruvitnow.com/

Also the surf camps we mentioned in this episode.

Surf Camps in San Diego:

https://www.stellamarissurf.org/

http://www.waves4all.org/

https://surfingmadonna.org/

https://www.surfershealing.org/

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This episode we chat about our daughters severe food allergies and how we had no idea how extensive they would become. From food classes to allergy friendly places, we have seen a lot.

Mentioned in the episode:

Teal Pumpkin Project - providing non-candy items on Halloween. Also a place to register your hood.

https://www.foodallergy.org/education-awareness/teal-pumpkin-project

Food Allergy Research and education - lots of helpful info on allergies, medications and action plans:

https://www.foodallergy.org/

Starry Lane Bakery - an all top allergen free bakery in San Diego, CA

http://www.starrylanebakery.com/

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