Parenting Autism

In this episode, we answer questions about our homeschool process with Bryce and how it affects our relationship with him as well as each other. 

We also talk about our recent trip to NYC where we celebrated our nephew's wedding AND Bryce's 11th birthday with many skyscraper and elevator tours! 

We talk more about Bryce's increased sensitivity to "annoying sounds" and steps we are taking to help him learn how to tolerate them in a better way. 

NOTE: Most of our Social Media content is on our YouTube channel @parentingautismpodcast

You can reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now eleven  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

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In this episode, we talk about Bryce's recent regression with anxiety and sensitivity to certain sounds, specifically crying children. We have been away from home quite a bit the past two months which could explain why this behavior has returned.

We review Finding KIND by Kari Baker and recommend this is a great book with another family's autism/ADHD journey similar to ours. 

We talk about highlights and lowlights from the past month including another Special Olympics Gold Medal, an opportunity to check out a crane, an unexpected fire alarm, and more. 

NOTE: Most of our Social Media content is on our YouTube channel @parentingautismpodcast

You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

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In this episode, we talk about Bryce's recent sleepover with his best friend, Michael, and how we helped him work through his hurt feelings and emotions.  
It's not easy to watch your son struggle with his feelings of hurt and sadness. It's also not easy to figure out the right words and instructions to help teach your son who thinks in a completely different way that yourself. We are very grateful that the Lord continues to give us wisdom as we pray for it daily! 

We also talk about how we may feel isolated at times because we don't have others to help care for Bryce - However, we each need to relook at our situation and make sure that we are making the effort to help others understand our children and learn to TRUST! We know from experience that it's not easy and takes time. We have also learned from experience the importance of being able to have some quality time together without Bryce and to also allow Bryce to spend time with others who love him and want to spend quality time with him.     

NOTE: This is the first podcast that we recorded with VIDEO for our YouTube channel of you want to check it out! ☺

You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

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In this episode, we review the book Oliver's Extraordinary Friend which is available to purchase on Amazon. 

We also talk about God's Plan A for each of us and how our hearts continue to become more burdened to find ways to help those impacted by disabilities find their place in churches to discover the love of Jesus. 

Lastly, we talk about our recent vacation and how we planned it around Bryce's interests. It's definitely easier now at age ten than it was when he was age five. We have had some rough attempts that ended in failures but didn't give up! 

You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

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In this episode, we review the game What's Next: Transitions by M&J Games which is available to purchase on Amazon. 

We also talk about Bryce's current level of language - Progress continues to be made with plenty for us to continue to work toward on this autism journey. 

Lastly, we talk about how we are working with our church leadership to provide more resources to teach those who think differently about Jesus. This is our current ministry and mission with our hearts full of compassion to find ways to help them understand their need for salvation, how to grow in Christ, and how they can also minister to others! 

You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

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Bryce's best friend, Michael, had his first sleepover at our home. They recorded their own podcast episode talking about Roblox and other game topics. We hope you all enjoy listening to them us much as we did while recording them! 

You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

Support the show

In this episode, we talk about classes attended and resources at The Family Cafe, an annual conference for families with disabilities in the state of Florida. 

You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

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With Father's Day in the month of June, Sandy talks to Chris Chris about the challenges and the rewards of being the primary caregiver for Bryce during the early years of his autism.  He talks about his guilt, his research, his depression, and how he overcame it. He also talks about Daddy School and how he has found ways to bond with Bryce by meeting him where he is at with his different interests and progressing comprehension.    
This will be a great episode for Dads to listen to who may not be regular listeners of our podcast. 

You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

Support the show

In this episode, we share a recent change in Bryce's therapy services. It's never easy to make these decisions, yet we know we must follow where the Lord leads us.

We also chat about other updates from the past couple of weeks including investing more time into our marriage relationship, how Bryce worked through an unexpected meltdown, the first rodeo experience for Bryce, and other highlights for our little family. 

You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

Support the show

In this episode, we review a few books that we have read including one that we are slowly going through together to strengthen our marriage.

•  Your True Self is Enough (Author: Susanna Peace Lovell)
• Becoming Brave Together, Heroic, extraordinary caregiving stories from mothers hidden in plain sight  (An Anthology from "We are Brave Together")
• How to Build a Thriving Marriage as you Care for Children with Disabilities (Authors: Kristin Faith Evans and Todd Evans)

In addition to taking action steps recommended in the book, we are also watching the Rick Warren online study, "What on Earther Are We Here For?" Both of these resources are helping us align together for God's plans for us in this next season of life.

We also share some highlights from the past week including homeschool, an IMAX movie viewing, and community service sewing pillowcases for Ryan's Case for Smiles.

Bryce's Bible Class is from Bob Jones University. The first grade curriculum was a perfect fit for him, and the second grade curriculum, "A Servant's Heart", appears to be a good next step for him.  

You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a signed edition of our book, "PARENTING AUTISM: The Early Years." 

Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten  years old. His pure joy makes this world a much better place!

We are humbled and honored to follow our calling and be Autism Ambassadors while helping others understand our world a little more than they did before listening to the podcast. We also feel called to bring light to a community that has experienced dark days after the "diagnosis". (Luke 1:79) 

You can follow us on our Parenting Autism Youtube Channel (Parenting Autism Show) and our Facebook & Instagram pages to see stories, pictures, and videos of our autism journey. You can also contact us through Facebook, Instagram, or by email: [email protected]. 

Support the show