Parenting on the Spectrum

Parenting on the Spectrum

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Parenting on the Spectrum episodes

  • #216 - From Sleepless Nights to Restful Routines: Expert Tips for Infant Sleep Success from Shani Avidar

    Are you a new parent overwhelmed by sleepless nights and the constant struggle to get your baby to rest? This episode is your guide to finding solutions that can transform your family's sleep routines. Shani Avedon, an expert who’s been in your shoes, shares proven strategies to help you establish healthy sleep habits for your infant or toddler, so you can finally achieve the peaceful nights and well-rested days you’ve been longing for.

    You will learn:

    1. Practical strategies to establish healthy sleep routines for infants and toddlers, leading to better rest for the whole family.

    2. Insights on how nutrition and consistency are crucial in improving your child's sleep quality.

    3. Expert advice on managing expectations as a new parent and preparing for a smoother sleep journey before your baby arrives.

    Tune in now to learn the key steps you can take today to help your baby—and yourself—sleep soundly through the night.


    About Shani (in her words)

    I'm Shani Avidar, an Infant Sleep and Well-Being Specialist, lactation consultant, and mom to three boys. My personal experience as a mom, along with specialized training in infant and toddler sleep, has given me deep insights into child development and the keys to their thriving. I found the Baby Led Sleep Approach and it was aligned with my parenting style. It has had a transformative impact on me, strengthening my connection with my children and boosting my confidence as a mom. I've also completed the Wholechild Company Breastfeeding Program to better support new and expecting moms.


    About Theresa

    A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

    Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

    Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

    Connect with Theresa today!

    • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

    • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

    About Parenting with Confidence

    Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

    Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa

    35 min
  • #215 - Protecting Young Skin: Expert Pediatric Dermatology Insights for Parents with Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness

    Curious about how to keep your child's skin healthy and safe from common conditions like eczema and psoriasis? Discover expert tips from a pediatric dermatologist who’s dedicated her career to protecting young skin.

    You will learn:

    1. Expert guidance on selecting safe and effective skincare products for children, especially those with sensitive skin.

    2. In-depth understanding of common pediatric skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and birthmarks, along with advanced care practices.

    3. Practical tips for incorporating daily moisturizing routines and fragrance-free options to maintain healthy skin from infancy through adolescence.

    Listen now to gain expert advice on caring for your child's skin, from newborns to young adults, and learn how to prevent common issues like eczema and psoriasis.


    About Dr. Maguiness

    Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness is a double board-certified Dermatologist and Pediatric Dermatologist with a busy practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She currently serves as the President of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology.

    She is mom to two tween boys and co-founder of Stryke Club, a personal care brand made just for boys.

    Dr. Sheilagh is passionate about education and prioritizes teaching with every patient encounter. She strives to educate the next generation of dermatologists and pediatricians in her practice, and teaches families and caregivers through content created for national pediatric and dermatological societies and her social media presence (@dr.sheilagh.m on Instagram and @drsheilagh on TikTok).

    Her website: https://strykeclub.com/


    About Theresa

    A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

    Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

    Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

    Connect with Theresa today!

    • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

    • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

    About Parenting with Confidence

    Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

    Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa

    45 min
  • #214: Lead by Example: How Your Holistic Well-Being Shapes Your Children's Future with Dr. Autumn Swain

    What if the secret to raising confident, empathetic, and healthy kids lies not in what you tell them, but in what you model for them every day?

    Tune in to discover practical strategies for integrating holistic well-being into both your life and your children’s, and start leading by example today!


    About Autumn Swain

    Dr. Autumn Swain began her work in the faith-based nonprofit space by working with youth and families through a grassroots community development corporation, Nehemiah: Center for Urban Leadership Development. It was in this space that she found a way to use her gifts at the intersection of leadership and community development as well as holistic well-being involving both cross cultural and cross sector initiatives to impact leaders and their organizations through the company she founded, The Aligned Leader.

    It is Dr. Swain’s belief that one of the greatest assets in our communities are its leaders, whether children or adults. Her unique perspective supports collaborative efforts and holistic strategies, increasing the capacity, health and fulfillment in the leader, their teams, and communities.

    In 2022, as a presenter at CCDA, a national gathering of leaders from all sectors, including faith-based institutions, non-profits, government and corporations with social impact initiatives, she focused on innovative strategies for community renewal through the integration of a blueprint for leader well-being. The general consensus was that leaders are not well; they are burnt out, stressed and overwhelmed.


    About Theresa

    A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

    Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

    Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

    Connect with Theresa today!

    • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

    • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

    About Parenting with Confidence

    Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

    Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa

    40 min
  • #213: Unlocking Emotional Intelligence: How Penny Panda's Adventures Transform Parenting and Childhood Resilience with Nicole Oke

    Have you ever wondered how teaching children to understand their emotions can transform not just their lives, but your entire family dynamic? Join us as we dive into the world of Penny Panda and uncover how one author's journey to teach emotional intelligence to kids might just offer the breakthrough we all need.

    You will discover:

    • Practical strategies for teaching your child emotional intelligence
    • Learn how creative storytelling can make complex emotional concepts accessible for your kids
    • Gain insights into the reciprocal nature of parenting and personal growth.
    • Tune in to explore how Penny Panda's adventures can equip your child with essential emotional skills while offering you fresh perspectives on nurturing resilience and empathy at home.


      About Nicole Oke

      Nicole Oke is an award-winning children’s book author, mother, and member of the wildland firefighting community. She is based in Boise, Idaho where she works at the National Interagency Fire Center and spends her spare time helping to build tomorrow's leaders as a Girl Scout leader.

      Nicole is a champion for social emotional intelligence and as a parent of two girls with big emotions she understands the importance of teaching children the skills they need to identify, process, and regulate emotions.
      Her debut bestselling book, Penny Panda and the Gift of Possibility, was the first in a series of books that provide children and parents with the tools to talk about emotions and emotional skills that will last them a lifetime!

      Learn more from Nicole: https://subscribepage.io/CXw35J

      About Theresa

      A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

      Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

      Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

      Connect with Theresa today!

      • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

      • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

      About Parenting with Confidence

      Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

      Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa

      28 min
    • #212 - Critical Race Theory with Dr. George Maurer

      What is Critical Race Theory? Dr. Maurer sheds light on what it is and differentiates it from Ethnic Studies.


      About Dr. George Maurer

      According to Dr. Maurer, Critical Race Theory (CRT) has completely infiltrated the American education system with negative results. He explains that education leaders often deny CRT, but fully support it behind the scenes. He wants all parents and caregivers not to feel bad for the lack of understanding CRT. Dr. Maurer believes that educators don’t want parents to understand CRT. He wants readers to use this book to get educated and fight back. Dr. Maurer explores the shortcomings and flaws of America’s current education system and equips parents with the knowledge and resources to understand exactly what their children are learning about in school.

      About Theresa

      A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

      Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

      Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“How Can I Help My Child Communicate?”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

      Connect with Theresa today!

      • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

      • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

      About Parenting with Confidence

      Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

      Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa

      1 hr 2 min
    • #211 - Emotional Intelligence: Mastering Self-Confidence and Balance with Emma Rowena Hanson

      How did a mother’s journey through fear and self-doubt lead her to discover love, self-confidence, and a deeper spiritual connection? In today's fast-paced world, many of us struggle with balancing our professional ambitions and personal lives while maintaining emotional well-being. This episode offers valuable insights into overcoming self-doubt and fear, helping you build the confidence needed to thrive both at work and at home. By understanding how to nurture your emotional intelligence, you can achieve a healthier, more fulfilling balance in all aspects of your life. Three things you will learn from this episode:

      Transformative Parenting Insights: Discover how to deepen your relationship with your children through curiosity, active listening, and fostering open communication.

      Personal Growth and Healing: Learn the importance of self-healing as a parent and how your personal growth directly benefits your child's development.

      Embracing Multiple Roles: Gain inspiration from Emma Rowena's journey of balancing motherhood with her diverse roles as a musician, healer, and social entrepreneur.

      Don't miss out on Emma Rowena's inspiring journey from fear to self-confidence—tune in now for practical tips on nurturing emotional intelligence and balancing life's roles.

      About Emma Rowena

      Emma Rowena is a musician, performer, intuitive reader, healer, meditation guide, and emerging social entrepreneur, helping people find peace, purpose, and healing in their lives.

      Emma was born in the UK, grew up in Norway, and has lived in Cuba and the USA. With her bilingual and bicultural heritage, Emma never felt quite at home in one place – she always felt more part of the greater world, and the years abroad helped her connect to her energy and colours. Inspired by her music-loving, piano-playing father, Emma studied to be a classical pianist. For nearly two decades she made her living teaching children to play the piano, and performing with some of Norway’s most renowned singers and soloists.


      Learn more from Emma Rowena at:https://www.emmarowena.no/


      About Theresa

      A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

      Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

      Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“How Can I Help My Child Communicate?”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

      Connect with Theresa today!

      • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

      • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

      About Parenting with Confidence

      Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

      Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa

      32 min
    • #210 - Focus on Your Children's Emotions with Therapist Oksana Yusupova

      Have you ever considered how understanding your emotions could be the key to unlocking your true potential and guiding you toward your life's purpose? Join us as we explore why emotional intelligence is not just a concept but a powerful inner compass that can transform your personal growth, parenting, and relationships.

      Are you tired of feeling misunderstood or disconnected from your emotions? Do you struggle to understand why your child or partner reacts a certain way? In this episode, we dive into why emotional intelligence is not just important, but essential for navigating our daily lives. By viewing emotions as a compass, we can unlock a deeper understanding of ourselves and those around us. Whether you're looking to improve your personal relationships, enhance your parenting skills, or simply find more peace within yourself, mastering emotional intelligence can be the key to achieving your desired outcomes. Join us as we explore practical strategies and insights to help you harness the power of your emotions and transform your life.

      Three takeaways from this episode:

      Improved Relationships: You will learn how to better understand and communicate with your children, leading to stronger, more fulfilling connections.

      Enhanced Self-Awareness: The episode provides tools and strategies for recognizing and managing your emotions, fostering greater inner peace and personal growth.

      Practical Parenting Tips: You will gain valuable insights into their children's emotional world, helping you to respond more effectively and supportively to your children's needs.

      About Oksana:

      As a Registered Psychotherapist, I specialize in providing comprehensive services to children and families facing emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. My mission is to support children and parents in navigating through emotional trauma, family conflicts, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and school-related challenges.

      Learn more from Oksana at: ⁠https://yusupovapsy.com/⁠

      ⁠https://www.facebook.com/⁠⁠yusupovaoks⁠

      ⁠https://www.instagram.com/focusonemotions/⁠

      ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@focusonemotions


      About Theresa

      A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

      Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

      Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“How Can I Help My Child Communicate?”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

      Connect with Theresa today!

      • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

      • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

      About Parenting with Confidence

      Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

      Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa

      51 min
    • #209 - 40-Day Reset: An Honest Conversation with Shantell, Renell, Vanessa and Loren

      Ever wonder what professional women talk about when they get together? Shantell, Renell, Vanessa, and Loren join Theresa for an authentic and vulnerable conversation.


      Shantell Thomas is the girlfriend who connects them all! She learned how to be a friend from the women who surrounded her growing up in South Carolina and how fitting to spend her adult life as a mom to three boys, to balance her being. Her days are filled using ‘Tech for Good’ in Fortune 500 companies and being a motivational speaker.


      Renell McKinnon embraces her southern life with open arms as a devoted wife, loving mother, and dedicated certified Christian school teacher, roles that highlight her inherent nurturing abilities. Her familial duties extends as a daughter, big sister, aunt, and recently, a grandmother which has enriched her existence with a sense of community beyond her wildest dreams while growing up in Queens, NY.


      Vanessa Williams is a believer in Christ, a mom, daughter, sister, and friend who believes every encounter is appointed. She values her role in the lives of others; whether for a moment or a lifetime. Vanessa has spent most of her career in operational leadership as a certified human resources professional, currently serving as an HR Business Partner, in the technology industry, and she is passionate about debt free living.


      Loren Shumate is a seasoned VP of Marketing, Go-to-Market Growth Advisor, and avid Professional Mentor in the B2B SaaS software industry. She is deeply passionate about holistic

      practices for maintaining health and vitality, as well as supporting DEI with an emphasis on empowering female leadership. Loren’s family is originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, she is married with 3 children, residing in Raleigh, NC for the last 25 years.


      About Theresa

      A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

      Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

      Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“How Can I Help My Child Communicate?”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

      Connect with Theresa today!

      • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

      • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

      About Parenting with Confidence

      Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

      Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa

      42 min
    • #208 - A Mother’s Heart: A Vulnerable Moment with Madean Gilzene

      How do you respond when you, a teen Mom has been told that your child has Cerebral Palsy? Madean Gilzene answers this and shares her heart and the passion that resulted from her journey.


      About Madean Gilzene

      When Madean Gilzene's 6-month old son was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, she didn't know how to find the support she needed to help her son thrive, or even where to look. Inspired by her son, as a young single mom, Madean pursued a career in social work and healthcare in order to help parents find the resources they need to help their children thrive. Resources that were not available to her and her son when he was young.

      The THE EXTRAORDINARY KIDS FOUNDATION, INC, is a 501c3 Non-profit Organization dedicated to providing care and services to special needs and medically complex children. Founded in 2016, the organization has served more than 200 children.


      Learn more from Madean at:  https://extraordinarykidsfoundation.org/how-to-help


      About Theresa

      A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

      Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

      Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“How Can I Help My Child Communicate?”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

      Connect with Theresa today!

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      • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

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      Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

      About Parenting with Confidence

      Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

      Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa

      30 min
    • #207 - The Backbone of Parenting: Fostering Resilience and Independence in Young Adults with Dr. Jack Stoltzfus

      In a conversation with a clinician, writer, and speaker, the principles of parenting young adults with a balance of love and backbone are explored. The clinician, who authored a book titled *Parenting Our Young Adults With Love, Love, Love. Backbone.*, discusses his motivations for focusing on this area, noting the lack of resources available for parents dealing with young adults who struggle to move forward in life.


      He emphasizes the importance of adjusting parenting styles as children grow, moving from a controlling approach to one that is more consultative and supportive. This shift helps young adults develop resilience and independence. The clinician shares anecdotes and examples to illustrate how consistent boundaries and allowing children to experience consequences help them learn responsibility.


      The discussion also highlights the significance of unconditional love and maintaining a close relationship with adolescents and young adults to support their identity and independence. The clinician encourages parents to be patient and understand that young adulthood is a time of experimentation and growth. He reassures that with the right balance of support and boundaries, young adults can become resilient and responsible individuals.


      About Dr. Jack Stoltzfus

      In the PEW Study 2020, 52% of young adults ages 18-29 live with one or both parents. The highest percentage ever. The pandemic contributed to this trend, but college debt, housing costs, and the comforts of home allow the problem to persist. One in four young adults cut off communication with parents, which often reflects a failure to launch or leave home positively. Parents of today's kids have overinvested in their happiness and success and have trouble letting go, especially if the young adult is struggling. I help parents navigate this challenging transition by assisting them to let go while maintaining a positive connection with their adult children.


      Learn more from Dr. Jack at:
       https://parentslettinggo.com/contact/


      About Theresa

      A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and Infant Toddler Development Specialist. She was introduced to the field of behavior analysis in 2007 after working in many capacities in the juvenile justice system.

      Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child develop skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

      Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“How Can I Help My Child Communicate?”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022.

      Connect with Theresa today!

      • Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      • Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

      • Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

      Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

      About Parenting with Confidence

      Parenting with Confidence with Theresa Alexander Inman presents you with answers if you are a tired and frustrated parent with a child diagnosed with a developmental delay. We aim to lift you up from the pressure of doing it right and provide you with the resources to set you and your child up for success!

      Please share, comment, rate, and download! Thank you! Blessings! Theresa



      39 min

    About Parenting on the Spectrum

    From the publisher's feed

    Raising children with autism comes with unique joys, challenges, and learning moments. Join host Theresa as she explores the diverse experiences of parenting kids on the spectrum. Each episode…